Develop decision support tools to identify invasive treatment locations within U.S. Forest Service Region 1 where early detection and rapid response has the greatest potential for success. Project will facilitate surveillance of 1.2 million acres of shrubland, grassland, and woodland habitat, and prioritize locations for treatment in collaboration with Montana Invasive Grass Working Group and field technician positions filled through a recruitment partnership with Little Big Horn College.
NFWF Grant Profile
Conservation Program(s):
America the Beautiful Challenge
Project Title: Invasive Grass Detection, Prevention, and Treatment Planning in Eastern Montana
Organization:
University of Montana
Project ID:
5200.23.078141
Description:
Award Amount:
$674088.80
Location:
1.2 million acres of USFS Northern Region and surrounding landings