Tool Talk: Identifying Invasive Species Range Shifts

Developing and using resource management tools has become an increasingly complex issue for researchers and managers alike. While many impressive management tools exist, it is often difficult to determine if they are, indeed, "the right tools for the job". To help researchers better understand the tool needs of managers and managers more efficiently navigate their overflowing toolboxes, NE CASC has developed a series of Tool Talks for the climate adaptation community. Bringing research and management perspectives into dialogue with one another, this series is designed to shed light on several key questions:
1) What makes a good management tool?
2) How can connections be created between existing management frameworks?
3) What kinds of tools are currently needed?
4) How is feedback collected and implemented in existing tools and frameworks?
This conversation explores the questions above in the context of invasive species ranges and adaptation. Our hour-long structured exchange features discussion and analysis from a group of panelists who have amassed a wealth of experience creating or using conservation tools and frameworks for invasive species range shifts across our region. Speakers includes
Catherine Jarnevich, Research Ecologist, USGS Fort Collins Science Center
Wesley Daniel, Fishery Biologist, USGS Wetland and Aquatic Research Center
Gary Fish, State Horticulturist, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry
Jenica Allen, Senior Research Fellow, University of Massachusetts Amherst
Moderated by NE CASC team members, this Tool Talk is designed to help audience members gain a clearer understanding of tools available for identifying invasive species range shifts, build connections in the climate adaptation science community, and shape future NE CASC research and outreach activities.