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Weed Warriors Combat Invasive Plants at Nisqually NWRC
Pacific Region, September 30, 2004
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The Weed Warrior Program at Nisqually NWRC grew to over 25 trained volunteers this year. With the help of experts from Thurston County and Washington State weed boards, the Refuge conducted a 9-hour training session in April, focusing on plant identification, local and national reasons for concern, control methods, and procedures for working on Nisqually NWRC. Weed Warriors surveyed Refuge lands for 24 plant species that are considered a grave threat to the habitats and wildlife the Refuge strives to protect. At weekly gatherings, weed warriors worked together to manually control infestations of plants such as English ivy, wild chervil, poison hemlock, and tansy ragwort. Weed warriors used GPS units and accompanying data sheets to document the location, size, and growth stage of invasive species on the Refuge Complex.

Over 750 acres and 11 river miles were surveyed, and 14 species were documented on Refuge lands. Weed warriors contributed 268 hours to survey, monitor, and control efforts. They ventured into a variety of habitats by foot, car, and canoe, and documented over 115 acres of invasive plant infestations. The data they have collected is input into a GIS database that will help managers evaluate current weed management techniques and project future resource needs for battling invasive species.

No contact information available. Please contact Charles Traxler, 612-713-5313, charles_traxler@fws.gov


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