Project Detail

MINOCQUA/KAWAGUESAGA LAKES PROTECTION ASSN.: Eurasian Water Milfoil 2005 Control Project

Purpose

The Minocqua/Kawaguesaga Lakes Protection Association will sponsor a project to treat Eurasian water-milfoil during the spring of 2005, with the goal of early eradication. The association will also provide an educational component to teach area residents of the dangers of aquatic invasive species and control/prevention measures, as well as giving periodic project updates. Products: 1) Pioneer beds of Eurasian water-milfoil will be chemically treated in accordance with the Department issued Aquatic Plant Management permit. 2) Pre and post treatment surveys (for known and unknown areas of infestation) mapping the location and densities of EWM will be conducted. 3) A final report will be made available to the DNR, Oneida County Land Conservation Dept., local lake associations, districts, and media.

Project Type

Aquatic Invasives Grant

Project Sub Type

Aquatic Invasives Early Detection and Response

Project ID

AIRR-006-05

Year Started

2005

Status

Complete

Activities & Recommendations

Grant Awarded