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Governor Declares Invasive Species Awareness Week

OLYMPIA–Gov. Bob Ferguson, in partnership with the Washington Invasive Species Council, has proclaimed February 24-28 as Washington Invasive Species Awareness Week in solidarity with National Invasive Species Awareness Week. “Invasive species and noxious weeds already are a big problem in Washington and species that have yet to reach our state could pose even greater challenges […]

February 10, 2025Read More

Invasive Species Council Recognizes Leaders

OLYMPIA–The Washington Invasive Species Council recognized three top leaders for achievements in managing and preventing the spread of invasive plants and animals at a first-of-its-kind recognition awards ceremony in December. “These are new awards, and they celebrate the contributions of people who are working hard to protect Washington’s rich natural heritage and ensure that non-native […]

December 9, 2024Read More

State Asks Public to Check Trees for Invasive Pests this August

OLYMPIA – Several state agencies are asking the public to take ten minutes this month to check trees in their communities for signs of invasive insects. The Washington Invasive Species Council, Washington State Department of Natural Resources Urban and Community Forestry Program, Washington State Department of Agriculture and Washington State University Extension come together each […]

August 6, 2024Read More
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To wrap up our most favorite week of the year, we have a 10 am webinar on invasive bullfrog removal to protect the native species. This effort, taking place in southwestern Washington, is focused on saving the native and endangered northwestern pond turtle. Bullfrog impact, removal methods, awareness, and reporting will be highlighted. See you there! Webinar registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5NjvKvE2RSOpp2sFbj1kpgToday’s simple action is don’t let it loose! If you have an unwanted aquarium pet or plant, please do not release it into the wild. Released pets often suffer slow deaths in winter or may become invasive and damage wildlife and crops. Visit the council’s Don’t Let It Loose webpage to learn the proper ways to dispose of unwanted pets and plants: https://invasivespecies.wa.gov/campaigns/dont-let-it-loose/ ... See MoreSee Less
The third and final award we are highlighting this week is the Valiant Volunteer Award. This award was presented to Evan Hiatt from Friday Harbor! In February of last year, seventeen year-old Evan caught a northern pike in a lake on San Juan Island. He notified his parents of this catch as well as the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife. The northern pike is a prohibited aquatic invasive species and poses a significant threat to the island’s fish populations. The council is very thankful to Evan for his awareness and swift action. The report triggered a rapid response from the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. The response is ongoing, as the agency works to prevent the pike’s spread and protect aquatic life in the lake and on the island. ... See MoreSee Less
Eastern Washington is highlighted in today’s 10 am webinar, as we hear from both @Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife and the @Northwest Power and Conservation Council. Take a deep dive into invasive mussels, the threat, impacts, current prevention measures, and how you can help. Additionally, learn about the Northwest Power and Conservation Council’s Fish and Wildlife Program, the current invasive species language, how participants can submit an amendment. Register now: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_elLAs4pGSqSuc_26ChkS1AToday’s simple action is to always remember to clean, drain, and dry your watercraft, gear, and really anything that touches water. These small tasks can have a HUGE difference...It can help prevent damaging aquatic invasive species from hitching a ride to new places. ... See MoreSee Less
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