AUBURN – The Maine Forest Service, in cooperation with the city of Bath, Androscoggin Land Trust, Androscoggin Valley Soil and Water Conservation District, USDA Forest Service and UAP Distribution LLC, will hold two invasive plant identification and control workshops.

The workshops will give an introduction to identification of common upland invasive plants and introduce control strategies for invasive plants, including mechanical and chemical methods.

The workshops will concentrate on plant species that are invasive in Maine’s forests. Anyone with an interest in invasive plants is invited. The workshops are free and lunch will be provided.

Workshop 1 will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at Bath City Hall. Registration deadline is April 30.

Workshop 2 will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at Sherwood Heights Elementary School, New Auburn. Registration deadline is May 7.

Workshops will have a field component, so participants should bring appropriate field gear for the weather conditions.

Space is limited and registration is required. To register or for more information, e-mail [email protected] or call 657-3535. If registering, include the names of those attending and contact information for each person. CED credits will be available for some licenses.