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Best Practices for Phragmites Disposal Michigan’s Citizen’s Guide to Invasive Plant Disposal

by Lydia Crane | Aug 27, 2025 | Uncategorized

This document provides guidance to private landowners and organizations on the proper disposal of invasive plant material and highlights Michigan laws that apply to invasive plant disposal. For the best results in invasive species removal, it’s important to follow... Continue Reading

Filed under: Disinfection Disposal Prevention

Boat, Gear and Equipment Decontamination And Disinfection Manual

by Lydia Crane | Aug 27, 2025 | Uncategorized

This webpage outlines best management practices (BMPs) for the boat, gear and equipment to prevent the spread of invasive species. The manual code for decontamination and disinfection requires all Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources employees, agents,... Continue Reading

Filed under: Disinfection Disposal Prevention

Preventing the Spread of Aquatic Invasive Species: Decontamination steps for field equipment (2017)

by Lydia Crane | Aug 27, 2025 | Uncategorized

This module focuses on decontaminating field equipment and vehicles to reduce the risk of spreading aquatic invasive species (AIS). Continue Reading

Filed under: Disinfection Disposal Prevention

VIDEO: Cleaning Boats and Equipment to Prevent Aquatic Invasive Species in Michigan

by Lydia Crane | Aug 27, 2025 | Uncategorized

The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality held a boat wash and Landing Blitz during Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week 2014 to remind boaters of the need to clean, drain and dry boats when moving between lakes. The Great Lakes and Michigan’s inland lakes... Continue Reading

Filed under: Disinfection Disposal Prevention

Clean Equipment Protocol for Industry

by Lydia Crane | Aug 27, 2025 | Uncategorized

This is a guide that details the best protocols for inspecting and cleaning equipment (vehicles and machinery) to prevent further spread of invasive species. Continue Reading

Filed under: Disinfection Disposal Mechanical Removal Prevention

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This material is based upon work supported by the U.S. Geological Survey under Grant/Cooperative Agreement No. G23AC00436. The views and conclusions contained in this document are those of the authors and should not be interpreted as representing the opinions or policies of the U.S. Geological Survey. Mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute their endorsement by the U.S. Geological Survey.



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