Aquatic Invasive Species
The Friends of the Cobbossee Watershed provides various programs to effectively fight against the existence and introduction of Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) in our watershed. Read on to learn more about current infestations and management, as well as to learn about our three-step approach to AIS management.
Email alex@watershedfriends.com with any questions.
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To learn more about infestations in our watershed, click on the images below.
Found in:
Cobbossee Lake
Cobbossee Stream
Found in:
Cobbossee Lake
Cobbossee Stream
Horseshoe Pond
Found in:
Annabessacook Lake
Cobbossee Lake
Cobbossee Stream
Pleasant Pond
Horseshoe Pond
Found in:
Pleasant Pond
Learn more about the different Aquatic Invasive Species programs below.
Step 1.
Prevention
Courtesy Boat Inspection
Trained Courtesy Boat Inspectors (CBIs) staff 10 public boat launches throughout the watershed, from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend. During inspections, CBIs share information with boaters on how to combat the spread of invasive aquatic species.
Step 2.
Early Detection
Invasive Aquatic Plant Survey
Detection is imperative for the successful eradication of invasive aquatic plants. Trained surveyors search shallow water areas for signs of invasive plants. Data collected helps plan a management strategy.
Step 3.
Removal
Invasive Aquatic Plant Control
Trained staff remove invasive aquatic plants by installing benthic barriers known as “milfoil mats”, and hand pull plants. A diver-assisted suction harvester (DASH) is used for larger infestations. Harvested plants are later incinerated.
