Home > Events > Reservations Required > Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Walk and Talk Upcoming Events « All Events Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Walk and Talk February 14, 202510:00 am - 12:00 pm « Blake Sanctuary Owl Prowl and Twilight Walk Blake Sanctuary Owl Prowl and Twilight Walk » Reservations Required Join us for a Valentine’s Day guided Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) Walk and tree survey at Camden’s Forest Park on Friday, January 14th from 10 am to Noon. We’ll take an easy walk, stopping at points along the way with THTLT and SLELO PRISM (St. Lawrence-Eastern Lake Ontario Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management) staff to learn how to recognize Eastern Hemlock trees, examine the trees on and off the trail, and report observations using their smartphone through a free mobile application called iMapInvasives (a community science tool). HWA is an invasive insect that kills hemlock trees. The Eastern Hemlock is a key tree species found throughout Tug Hill that provides many benefits for people and nature. Detecting the presence of HWA early on provides enough time to protect infested trees and helps to stop the spread to new areas. It is easier to survey for HWA in colder months, as the tiny insects form a woolly-looking ball of insulation around themselves that makes them more visible. Participants should dress for the weather and expect some off-trail walking in order to survey trees. A ski pole or walking stick can help with walking off-trail as well as reaching branches above you. Sturdy waterproof footwear is recommended. If there is snow, you are welcome to bring your snowshoes along. You might also want some water and/or a snack on hand. The walk will take place in light rain or snow. We will monitor weather right up to the morning of our walk. If weather should turn severe and the event require rescheduling, all registrants will be contacted by phone and email. Prior to attending, participants should follow these steps: Video Tutorial Make a Free iMapInvasives User Account Download the Free iMapInvasives Mobile App Register Here This event qualifies for the Tug Hill Winter Fun Challenge! Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live Details Date: February 14, 2025 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Event Category: Reservations Required Venue Camden Forest Park 10-24 Ripley Rd Camden, NY 13316 United States + Google Map View Venue Website