Great Lakes Commission’s Post

Check out this article from my ICF teammate Rebecca Payne to understand what the revised definition of "Waters of the United States" means for federal jurisdiction over aquatic resources.

This week is National Invasive Species Awareness Week! Our team has been working to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species in Adirondack waterbodies for nearly 25 years. Working across the Adirondack Park, our team of 100+ Watercraft Inspection Stewards are vital to efforts to educate others about the impacts these organisms can have on aquatic environments. You can help us protect against aquatic invasive species by following these simple steps: Clean all boats and equipment used when recreating. Plant fragments, seeds, or animals such as zebra mussels could be trying to hitch a ride. Drain all boat compartments of any standing water to prevent small-bodied organisms from getting transported Dry boat, boat components, and equipment. Sunlight and a lack of water makes it difficult for organisms to survive. #NISAW #NISAW2024 #InvasiveSpecies

Cottonmouths are undoubtedly the world's most aquatic viper. They can be found in swamps, marshes, creeks, ditches, and everything in between. While there are several more aquatic species out there such as mangrove vipers and massasaugas, none do it quite like the ubiquitous cottonmouth. Northern Cottonmouth Agkistrodon piscivorous Coastal North Carolina

We've shared a few posts today about fish species for World Aquatic Animal Day but don't forget other aquatic species such as freshwater mussels. Monitoring & protecting Ausable River musssels is important. Learn more in this video: https://lnkd.in/g5j34bBA #MonitoringMatters

One of the Aquatic Invasive Species to keep an eye out for while you #CleanDrainDry this summer, is Curly-leaf Pondweed (Potamogeton crispus). This aquatic plant can spread through tiny fragments transported on fish or boats. Once established in a waterbody, Curly Pondweed forms dense mats that inhibit native species growth and can even impede recreational activities. To learn more about Curly-leaf Pondweed and see what @nbinvasives is doing about it, read our latest blog post at https://lnkd.in/gpFsdegz! #invasivespecies #GLAISBlitz

#California’s Dept of #Water Resources reminds swimmers & boaters to #BOLO for #waterhyacinth, an invasive aquatic plant that spreads rapidly & causes problems in many ecosystems. https://lnkd.in/eMUfBE8f #WAPMS #invasiveplants #aquaticplants #aquaticplantmanagement #aquaticIPM

Check out this ICF article to understand what the revised definition of "Waters of the United States" and means for federal jurisdiction over aquatic resources.

Check out this ICF article to understand what the revised definition of "Waters of the United States" and means for federal jurisdiction over aquatic resources.

We're setting ambitious goals to conserve and restore fish habitats nationwide. Our current goals focus on protecting healthy aquatic systems, preventing further habitat degradation, reversing declines in habitat quality and quantity, and supporting diverse aquatic species. Stay tuned for updates on our progress and learn how you can support our goals! #ConservationGoals #FishHabitat #ProtectOurWaters #HealthyEcosystems

We've shared a few posts today about fish species for World Aquatic Animal Day but don't forget other aquatic species such as freshwater mussels. Monitoring & protecting Ausable River musssels is important. Learn more in this video: https://lnkd.in/gCbtZBG #MonitoringMatters