Invasive
Hitch-Hikers
People
can accidentally spread invasive species when they go for a hike, take their
boat out on an infested lake or go hunting. Seeds from some invasive
plants can stick to clothing or get lodged in the tread of boots and
shoes. Some aquatic invasives have tiny larvae that can spread on fishing
tackle, waders and boats. Preventing the spread of these invasive species
is much easier than trying to control them once they have become established,
so it is essential that when people spend time outdoors they are cautious about
where they travel. The factsheets listed below give simple tips to lower
the chance that you will spread invasive species.
Prevent
the Spread!
Do
you hike? Boat? Or camp? Check out these fact sheets for tips to
reduce the chance of spreading invasives when you recreate on DCNR lands and in
your own backyard.