AIS Workshop

During the golf tournament last week, we held an Aquatic Invasive Species Workshop in the Pequot Village Ballroom at Lake of Isles. Many thanks to the 100+ attendees who supported us there!
A storyboard at the workshop summarized Amos Lake Association’s twelve-year fight against invasive species, including:
• A detailed account of our experience with ProcellaCor
• A comprehensive identification of aquatic invasive species (AIS) currently in Amos Lake
• A section outlining ways in which individuals can contribute to prevention ePorts
• A QR code linking to a complimentary WebApp designed to guide boaters through the self-inspection process for AIS, encompassing proper cleaning, draining, and drying procedures.
We presented live specimens of Hydrilla, Eurasian watermilfoil, and variable-leaf watermilfoil for attendees to examine and observe, as well as a sample of Elodea to illustrate how certain native species may be easily mistaken for invasive ones.
We also had 5” x 8” AIS identification cards for attendees to take home.
Additionally, our president, Pat Monahan, delivered a presentation detailing
challenges faced statewide due to invasive species, with a focus on hydrilla. She addressed the ease with which AIS spreads, and highlighted the importance of collective ePorts in prevention.
Keep an eye out for posts announcing other similar educational events! As well, take a peek at the resources we have available on our website, amoslake.com, to learn more about AIS and how you can prevent its spread and care for your local watershed. 
And tell us—what was your favorite memory with us at Lake of Isles last Wednesday?

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