Events
Expand your invasive species knowledge by attending webinars, in-person events, field tours, and more!
NAISMA 2026 Annual Conference
The ISC is excited to announce that we are co-hosting the NAISMA 2026 Annual Conference! The conference will take place in Alexandria, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, D.C. From October 19–22, invasive species management professionals, researchers, educators, and policymakers from across North America will come together to share ideas, innovations, and strategies for protecting natural ecosystems. We hope to see you there!
Important dates:
- Presentation and poster abstract submissions close on April 6, 2026
- Early bird registration closes on August 31, 2026
Host: Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center
Genetic options for controlling invasive carp species
May 6, 2026 2:00 pm
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Online
Host: North American Invasive Species Management Association
Small Ants, Big Impacts: Managing Invasive Ant Species in North America
May 13, 2026 2:00 pm
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Online
Host: Southeast RISCC
Living with Pigs: Perceptions of Feral Hogs and Their Management
May 19, 2026 1:00 pm
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Online
Host: North American Invasive Species Management Association
Starry Trek: Mobilizing Volunteers for Early Detection of Aquatic Invasive Species
June 17, 2026 2:00 pm
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Online
Host: Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center
Genomic surveillance of zebra mussel populations using genotyping by sequencing
July 8, 2026 2:00 pm
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Online
Host: North American Invasive Species Management Association
Webinar: Practical Approaches to Managing Amur Honeysuckle
July 15, 2026 2:00 pm
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Online
Host: North American Invasive Species Management Association
Planning for the Unknown: Tools for Urban Forest Pest Preparedness
August 19, 2026 2:00 pm
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Online
Host: Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center
Restoring our underwater forests: Can native revegetation enhance invasion resistance in lakes?
September 9, 2026 2:00 pm
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Online
Host: North American Invasive Species Management Association
Managing Invasive Blue Catfish in the Chesapeake Bay
September 16, 2026 2:00 pm
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Online
Host: North American Invasive Species Management Association
Building Capacity for Rapid Response: Interjurisdictional Invasive Species Rapid Response Team
November 18, 2026 2:00 pm
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Online
