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Capital Region PRISM​​

PARTNERSHIP FOR REGIONAL INVASIVE SPECIES MANAGEMENT
New York Invasive Species Awareness Week June 6th - 12th
The Capital Region PRISM (Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management) would like to invite you to join and participate in the annual New York State Invasive Species Awareness Week (ISAW).  ISAW is an annual educational campaign coordinated by the New York Department of Environmental Conservation. 

The mission of the New York Invasive Species Awareness Week (ISAW) is to promote knowledge and understanding of invasive species and the harm they can cause, by engaging citizens in a wide range of activities across the state. The awareness campaign is an excellent opportunity for the public to learn about invasive species and how they can get involved to help protect our forests, lakes, rivers, wetlands, and other natural areas from the negative impacts of invasive pests.

Please join us and participate in an event to help protect our environment! Initiated in 2014, the week-long campaign features numerous statewide events focused on invasive species, ranging from floating classrooms, removal and restoration efforts, live presentations, informational webinars, citizen science trainings, film screenings, tabling events, and more.  Go to our event page for more information.
  • Check out the invasive species documentary;  Uninvited: The Spread of Invasive Species, which will also be showing on our local PBS station WMHT on April 24th at 10am. ​

Job Announcement(s) Full-time Seasonal Positions
Watercraft Steward(s) and Lead Steward
Watercraft Stewards work independently at various boat launch locations throughout the Capital Region PRISM region. Watercraft Stewards collect survey data through interactions with the public. The Lead Watercraft Steward will assist in providing oversight to Watercraft Stewards. The Lead Steward will work independently and travel frequently between various boat launch locations throughout the Capital Region PRISM region. *Lead steward will be promoted based on program needs. Compensation: Watercraft Stewards: $15.00/hr and Lead Watercraft Steward: $16.00/hr To Apply Click Here
Locations: As part of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County’s Capital Region Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (PRISM) program, Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Watercraft Stewards provide public education and outreach at boat launches regarding statewide Clean, Drain, Dry practices in order to help prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Watercraft stewards work independently at various boat launch locations. Counties of employment include Albany, Saratoga, Schenectady, Greene, Washington and Columbia. A list of boat launch location can be found here.

Duration: Watercraft Stewards and Lead Watercraft Steward: work on a full-time, seasonal basis from May through September. Work schedules are typically Thursday - Monday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. though schedules may also vary depending on program needs. Holidays and weekends are required. The Watercraft Steward Program runs from the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day, with three days of required programmatic training from May 23rd to May 25th.

What are Invasive Species? 
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Invasive species are any non-native species (plant, animal, microbe, etc.) that have the ability to cause harm to the environment, economy, and/or human health. 

Pathways of Introduction and Spread

  • International Shipping
  • Vehicles-Cars, Boats, Trains, etc.
  • Clothing and Shoes
  • Pet and Wild Animal Transfer
  • Waterways and Storm Events

Role of the PRISM

The Capital Region Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (PRISM), is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County. The PRISM is financially supported through the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation via the Environmental Protection Fund.
 
We are a not for profit quasi-government agency that is built on partnerships made up of representatives from state and local agencies, not for profit organizations, and citizen scientists. 
​​The Capital Region PRISM provides services in eleven counties in the New York State Capital Region:  Albany, Columbia, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Schenectady, and parts of Fulton, Herkimer, Saratoga, Warren, and Washington.
 
Our functions include, but are not limited to:
Coordination of partner efforts
Recruiting and training citizen volunteers
Delivering education and outreach programming
Establishing early detection and monitoring networks
Implement eradication and control efforts
Provide funding for invasive species work ​
 
​If you are interested in partnering with our organization, please contact us.
 
Report an invasive Species
iMapInvasives is an online mapping tool that provides statewide invasive species distribution information to natural resource managers, scientists, and citizens. Learn about the program and start contributing data by attending an iMap training session.  To schedule a training for staff, volunteers, or the public, please contact PRISM staff.​
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Upcoming Events
Events Calendar
Contact a Coordinator

PRISM Coordinator: Kristopher Williams 
Email: kbw44@cornell.edu
Office Phone: 
518.885.8995 (ext. 2218)
Work Cell: 518.321.0189

Terrestrial Coordinator: To Be Filled
Email: ​

Phone: 518.885.8995 ext. 2211

Outreach Coordinator:   To Be Filled
Email: ​


Aquatics Coordinator: Lauren Henderson    
Email: ​ljh257@cornell.edu
Phone: 518.885.8995 ext. 2215
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Join our Network!
Volunteer or Partner with the PRISM!
We welcome the participation of regional organizations, agencies, and individuals that have a common goal of stopping the spread of invasive species. To volunteer please contact a prism coordinator and will will add you to our list.

The PRISM listserv is a great way to stay connected and up to date on all things invasive species. To join the listserv, please email cce-capitalprism-l-request@cornell.edu with 'join' as the subject line (no quotes) and nothing in the body of the email, including signatures.  You will receive a confirmation email when your request is processed successfully.

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Become an Environmental Steward.
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To learn more about the invasive species ​of New York, click on the guides below.

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​Cornell Cooperative Extension Saratoga County
50 West High St.
Ballston Spa, NY  12020
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The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation provides financial support to the Capital Region PRISM via the Environmental Protection Fund. ​
Hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County.  Website ©2019 Capital Region PRISM

Our Funding

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​The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation provides financial support to the Capital Region PRISM via the Environmental Protection Fund. 
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​​Cornell Cooperative Extension Saratoga County
50 West High St.
Ballston Spa, NY  12020
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Get In Touch

Contact our Office: (518) 885-8995
Contact a Coordinator by visiting our Staff Page

Capital Region PRISM

​50 West High Street


Ballston Spa, NY 12020

To Join our ListServ, send an email to: 

cce-capitalprism-l-request@cornell.edu

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  • Home
  • Events
  • Species of Concern
  • RFP
    • 2021 Request for Proposals
    • Framework For Response
    • NY Invasive Species Prioritization Map
    • 2021 RFP Questions
    • 2018 Partner Project Spotlight
  • About Us
    • Staff
    • Partners
    • Watercraft Inspection Steward Program >
      • WISP Resources
    • Invasive Species Prevention Zones
  • Reports
  • Resources
    • Identification
    • Management
    • Restoration
    • Webinars and Videos
    • Quarterly Newsletter