AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES PROGRAM

APIPP's Aquatic Program works to prevent the spread and control of invasive aquatic plants and animals in Adirondack waterways through the following specialty areas:

AWARENESS BUILDING

AIS Staff works with partners around the region to grow awareness about Aquatic Invasive Species in the Adirondacks through public speaking engagements, providing training on species identification, presenting research, and answering inquiries from the general public. Please reach out to our team to have APIPP staff come train your community group and order free outreach materials to help inform your local community about invasive species spread prevention in the Adirondacks.

PREVENTION

The Adirondack Watershed Institute operates free Boat Wash and Decontamination Stations throughout the Adirondack Park. These stations are vital to ensuring that boaters, anglers, and recreationists are able to Clean, Drain, and Dry gear before entering waterways. Human activity is the primary vector for spreading aquatic invasive species into and around the Adirondacks. Clean, Drain, Dry is a winning strategy to keep waters clean for future generations. Order your own free outreach brochures and posters to help teach others to do the same. 

EARLY DETECTION SURVEYS - VOLUNTEERS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE! 

Carrying out lake surveys, utilizing contracted seasonal crews, and training volunteers to join the Lake Protectors, APIPP works to catch infestations before they grow to disrupt ecosystems and economies.  You can join Lake Protectors and help survey for aquatic invasive species. It is an easy and fun way to be a steward of a local waterbody of your choice. Volunteers committ to:

• Attend a virtual or in person training each year to learn how to identify invasive species and report them.
• Adopt a waterbody to monitor at least once during July-September.
• Report what you observe to APIPP using the online or paper forms.