Discover Kosciusko County’s Native And Invasive Species
March 25, 2025 at 8:30 p.m.
WINONA LAKE – Nature enthusiasts are invited to a workshop: Natives vs Invasives.
This workshop will be held at the Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams Saturday, March 29 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Expert guest speaker Alicia Symons will guide attendees in the science of distinguishing native species from non-native or invasive species. This is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of the species in your backyard or your lake ahead of the summer season, according to a news release from the Lilly Center.
During her talk, Symons will dive into the differences between native, non-native, naturalized, exotic and invasive species. She will also discuss the problems specific species cause, their prevention and a top 10 list of Indiana’s invasive species.
Symons is the environmental health specialist and chief sanitarian for the Huntington County Health Department where she oversees septic systems and well permits. She holds a master’s degree in environmental policy and management and recently completed the Purdue Master Gardener course. Symons is a certified erosion, sediment and storm water inspector and is involved in several professional organizations, including the Indiana Environmental Health Association.
Snacks are provided, so RVSP to this free and educational event today at events.humanitix.com/workshop-native-vs-invasive.
This event is underwritten by the Zimmer Biomet Foundation and DePuy Synthes.
WINONA LAKE – Nature enthusiasts are invited to a workshop: Natives vs Invasives.
This workshop will be held at the Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams Saturday, March 29 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Expert guest speaker Alicia Symons will guide attendees in the science of distinguishing native species from non-native or invasive species. This is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of the species in your backyard or your lake ahead of the summer season, according to a news release from the Lilly Center.
During her talk, Symons will dive into the differences between native, non-native, naturalized, exotic and invasive species. She will also discuss the problems specific species cause, their prevention and a top 10 list of Indiana’s invasive species.
Symons is the environmental health specialist and chief sanitarian for the Huntington County Health Department where she oversees septic systems and well permits. She holds a master’s degree in environmental policy and management and recently completed the Purdue Master Gardener course. Symons is a certified erosion, sediment and storm water inspector and is involved in several professional organizations, including the Indiana Environmental Health Association.
Snacks are provided, so RVSP to this free and educational event today at events.humanitix.com/workshop-native-vs-invasive.
This event is underwritten by the Zimmer Biomet Foundation and DePuy Synthes.