LOON LAKE MANAGEMENT DISTRICT: Loon Lake Unique Hybrid Milfoil Management Project

The Loon Lake Wescott Management District proposes to control Hybrid Eurasian Watermilfoil (HEWM) through chemical treatment, mechanical and hand removal, and preventative measures in Loon Lake during the period 2010 - 2012. The project elements and deliverables are specified in the Loon Lake Wescott Management Districts Aquatic Invasive Species Grant application, dated January 25, 2010. The project includes monitoring the extent and density of HEWM annually through pre-treatment and post-treatment surveys; treating HEWM infested areas with an aquatic herbicide; conducting hand-removal of HEWM; conducting water quality monitoring; and conducting volunteer activities to prevent further AIS infestations, including conducting watercraft inspections. A refresher course for the Clean Boats Clean Waters program and the Citizen Lake Monitoring Network will be taken to ensure the distribution of updated AIS information to boaters.

Activities

• APM Mechanical Permit Request
• Aquatic Plant Monitoring or Survey
• Monitor Invasive Species
• Monitor Pre and Post Treatment
• APM Chemical Permit Request
• Watercraft Inspections Clean Boats, Clean Waters
• Control Invasive Species

People/Organizations Involved

• Loon Lake Wescott Management District