Detect new invasive aquatic plant elodea infestations, in partnership with tribal and non-profit organizations, to prioritize treatment in seven communities within the Yukon-Kuskokwim Watershed, Alaska. Project will increase public engagement and awareness of elodea, share best practices to prevent spread, train tribal community members on identification and survey techniques, and provide natural resource employment opportunities to Alaska Native students through the Public Land Corps program.
NFWF Grant Profile
Conservation Program(s):
Alaska Fish and Wildlife Fund
Project Title: Education and Outreach to Reduce the Spread of Elodea to Protect Pacific Salmon Habitat (AK)
Organization:
Fairbanks Soil and Water Conservation District
Project ID:
0801.22.073947
Description:
Award Amount:
$74601.77
Location:
Elodea surveys and community outreach will be conducted in and around the communities of 1) Fairbanks, 2) Galena, Kaltag, Nulato, and Koyukuk, all of which are located along the Yukon River, 2) Bethel, located on the Kuskokwim River 3) Evansville/Bettles, located on the Koyukuk River, and 4) Minto.