Carson water district series highlights 'Stop Invasive Species in Your Tracks' in latest segment
This latest information series reminds people to take simple actions like washing weeds off of equipment, brushing seeds off shoes, and reporting noxious weeds when they see them.
"We can all stop invasive species in our tracks. Taking these actions while recreating will keep our watershed healthy and beautiful," says CWSD.
"Invasive species are a challenge because they can unwittingly be spread by people, pets and vehicles. Once introduced to a new area, invasives can out compete native species and harm the local ecosystems — including our rivers, lakes, and streams,” said Shane Fryer, CWSD. “If we all remember to clean clothes, pets, boats and vehicles after recreating and report any suspiciously weedy vegetation to the Nevada Department of Agriculture, we’ll do our part to keep invasive species in check.”
Throughout 2022, as part of the “I am Carson River Watershed” campaign, CWSD is launching a series of the Watershed Moments PSAs to engage and inform Nevadans about actions they can take at home, at work, and while in the community to contribute to healthier watershed and reduce polluted runoff. Take our online pledge and commit to taking these simple, everyday actions that can really make a difference! The pledge and videos are available in Spanish clicking on the Español button here.
Everyone can win an "I Am Carson River Watershed Sticker," a packet of native flower seeds, or a NV Noxious Weed Identification Guide. To be eligible, participants must watch the PSA on social media, YouTube or the I Am Carson River Watershed website, complete the pledge and tag a friend. Go here and follow Carson River Watershed on Facebook and Instagram. Use the #MyWatershedMoment hashtag.
This campaign is funded by CWSD, and a Clean Water Act 319(h) grant administered by the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) Water Quality Planning Branch. NDEPs Nonpoint Source Program (NPS), works to preserve and enhance surface waters of the State by employing watershed planning and public outreach.
I am Carson River Watershed, and you are too! Do your part to stop invasive species in your tracks!