Posted on June 18 2021
| Japanese Knotweed is a highly pervasive and opportunistic invasive plant that is rapidly spreading throughout the Upper Delaware River watershed. Knotweed crowds out native plant species that are more effective at stabilizing soils and fostering healthy habitat conditions. We are studying the impacts of its shallow root system, which we believe causes highly erosive conditions that contribute to one of the Upper Delaware River’s most pressing ecological problems – accelerated sedimentation that negatively impacts aquatic habitat and widens and warms the river. Please join FUDR and our conservation partners National Fish & Wildlife Foundation, National Park Service, and New York League of Conservation Voters to learn more about how we can start to control this undesirable plant that threatens the river we all love.  A big thank you to everyone who participated at the Skinners Falls Event! There are two more chances to come learn more about knotweed management techniques – please join us at either of these events: June 19, 10AM – 1PM Hancock Firemen’s Field, Hancock NY July 17, 11AM – 2PM Will Smith Memorial Park, Deposit NY These events are are fun, educational, and suitable for all ages! |
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