WESTERN INVASIVE WEED SHORT COURSE


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Course Information


The Western Invasive Weed Short Course

The Short Course is an intensive study of current technologies and best practices associated with noxious and invasive weeds in the Western United States.  Each year’s course is tailored to the interests of that year’s participants based on a pre-course survey.  The course will stress ecologically-based plant management and include monitoring and assessment, prevention, cultural, mechanical and chemical plant management. Classroom, laboratory, and field exercises will be utilized and the program is designed to encourage interaction between instructors and participants.

The Short Course will target local, state, federal government, and other land managers throughout the western region who desire a better understanding of weed management.  The course is designed to benefit both those new to invasive plant management and experienced professionals seeking a comprehensive update in western invasive weeds and their management.


Registration is open.

The 2025 Western Invasive Weed Short Course (WIWSC) is scheduled for April 21-24, 2025. The format will remain similar to previous Short Courses. The course will be specifically tailored to the interests of the 2025 participants based on a pre-course survey.

Please contact Sandra at 970-266-9573 or Sandra@MountainWestPEST.com for additional information.

Location

The WIWSC is held in Loveland, Colorado at the Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch a 3,200-acre historic working horse and cattle ranch nestled along the banks of Colorado's beautiful Big Thompson River in the foothills near Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park.

The closest airport to Loveland (1.25 hour drive) is Denver International Airport (DEN).  DEN is a western hub for many airlines with multiple flights daily.

Weather for Loveland, Colorado in late April

  • Average high temperature is 64°F 
  • Average low temperature is 34°F 
  • Snow is still a possibility in late April

Pesticide Applicator Continuing Education Units
Pesticide continuing education units (CEUs) will be sought for sessions meeting each state's requirements. A questionnaire will be sent to participants in advance to determine the State Lead Agencies that will need to be contacted.  Applicators must possess a Commercial, Public and/or Private Pesticide License to have CEUs applied toward license renewal.  Credits can only be earned for sessions attended.