2006 Izembek National Wildlife Refuge Weed-pull Event

At Izembek, Canada thistle has become established over the years, mainly near the Refuge headquarters. A hardy group of four Friends flew out to Cold Bay the weekend of July 28-30, 2006. An informational community meeting was held in Cold Bay on Friday, to generate interest in future projects. The following day the Friends "attacked" the Canada thistle plants. Thanks to the Refuge staff, equipment was ready and problem areas targeted. Individual plants were doused using hand sprayers and Roundup- a safe and effective herbicide. Results will be evaluated in the weeks and months ahead, but it is hoped that most of the problem plants have been eliminated.

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