invasive species
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State asks you to check trees for invasive pests; August is the month to do this
The Washington Invasive Species Council and a consortium of agencies and universities are asking residents to check trees and swimming pools in their yards for harmful bugs as part of the national Tree Check Month in August. August is the… Continue reading
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Noxious weeds – we don’t want ‘em
We’re being invaded! By noxious weeds and invasive plants, that is. Each year, landowners and public agencies in Washington state spend millions of dollars to control or eradicate these invaders, which can seriously damage our native species and ecosystems. What’s… Continue reading
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Project at beach recreation site helps restore healthy vegetation
Ever visited Upright Channel Day-Use and Beach Access? The popular DNR-managed site on Lopez Island is looking its best after DNR staff and Washington Conservation Corps crews completed a major invasive species removal to English holly growing there. The project,… Continue reading
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Got aquatic invasive plants? There’s a grant for that!
Knotweed! Purple loosestrife! Spartina! Oh, my! County weed boards, lake districts and other local government entities outside the greater Puget Sound area* can qualify for $10,000 to $50,000 in grant funding to survey, control and/or eradicate invasive aquatic plants The… Continue reading
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Saturday (June 8) is World Oceans Day
Saturday, June 8, is World Oceans Day, our planet’s biggest celebration of the ocean. Events are taking place around the world to raise awareness of the need to protect our oceans. Here in Washington State, the health of many of… Continue reading
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DNR weekend reading: Scientist find a new rhythm to El Niño, and other science news
Here are links to articles about natural resources, climate, energy and other topics published recently by universities, scientific journals, organizations, and other sources: Science Daily: Climate Researchers Discover New Rhythm for El Niño Why El Niño peaks around Christmas and… Continue reading