Learn about Phragmites management in saltmarsh ecosystems at this free workshop from the DNREC Coastal Training Program.

Phragmites (Phragmites australis) can become invasive in tidal or nontidal freshwater or brackish marshes, ponds or impoundments.

This workshop will focus on Phragmites management using current research, experience and unbiased explanations of Phragmites impacts, benefits and both traditional and alternative management methods.

Participants will have opportunities to network and share knowledge, ideas and resources.

Funding for this workshop is provided through a National Estuarine Research Reserve System (NERRS) Science Collaborative grant. Information will be presented on research findings from the grant-funded NERRS Science Collaborative biochar project.

Workshop topics include:

• Phragmites impacts and benefits
• The NERR Science Collaborative biochar project
• Biochar application
• Traditional and alternative Phragmites management methods
• Restoration monitoring

The conversation will continue with round-robin topics (to be determined by participants).

Workshop participants will be eligible for pesticide applicator credits:

• PA – Core or Private Applicator: 1.00
• 5A – Aquatic: 1.00
• 10 – Demonstration and Research: 1.00

The workshop is free, but pre-registration is required. The registration deadline is Aug. 23, 2024.

A waitlist will be available once the event has reached capacity. A hybrid option will be offered for wait-listed registrants to participate virtually.

For more information, please contact Lynne Pusey, Coastal Training Program Coordinator, at lynne.pusey@delaware.gov or 302-735-3417.