Open to:  BCIA Registrants and Student members only.

Kamloops Branch is hosting this event in partnership with the Thompson-Nicola Invasive Plant Management Committee (TNIPMC) for a FREE hands-on professional development event hosted at Thompson Rivers University. This workshop is designed for BCIA registrants seeking to deepen their understanding of invasive plant species and practical management strategies.

Led by Kristi Gordon (TNIPMC Education and Outreach Lead) and Jollee Perrier, PAg (TNRD Integrated Pest Management Technician), the session will cover:

• Invasive Plants 101: What they are and why they matter
• Integrated Pest Management
• Plant ID basics including a review of plant phenology and identifying regional priority invasive plants
• An outdoor campus walk to identify local invaders and explore potential management techniques

  Note: Attendees are encouraged to bring their own snacks and beverages, as food will not be provided.  

ATTENTION articling registrants!! The in-person event will be an excellent opportunity to network and meet with other branch registrants.

Please note that photographs and footage will be taken. These will be used by BCIA for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website, newsletters, and on social media. Should you not wish to have your photo taken and used for these purposes, please advise the photographer at the time.