Invasive Plants—Education |
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The Forest Service will promote public education and awareness on invasive species and actions to minimize their impacts. Public concern ultimately drives actions that need to be taken to minimize the establishment and spread of invasive species. Yet many Americans are unaware of the growing ecological crisis presented by invasive species. Education, communication and interpretation programs constitute an important line of defense for prevention, identification, early detection, and control of invasive species. In the long run, informing people of the actions they can take to reduce the threats posed by invasive species may be more effective than laws, regulations, and enforcement. Increasing public awareness, understanding and participation in agency actions needed to minimize the impacts of invasive species is essential for successful management of invasive species, and is a cornerstone of public natural resource management. The Forest Service recognizes that many federal and non-federal stakeholders play important roles in the development and dissemination of information on invasive species and will work collaboratively with others in the design and implementation of its educational, interpretive and communication programs. Additional On-Line Information:
Identification Field Guides |
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