Efforts to rein in an invasive plant species at White Lake continue.
For more than a decade, local groups and volunteers have endeavoured to protect Little White Lake from the yellow flag iris.
The Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society (CSISS) calls the perennial yellow flag iris an "aggressive invasive plant that can threaten the health of wetland ecosystems by out-competing native vegetation and spreading rapidly through both seeds and underground rhizomes."
"Once established, it forms dense mats that are difficult to remove and harmful to wildlife habitat," said CSISS in a media release.
To combat the spread of (as it is designated under B.C.'s Weed Control Act) at Little White Lake, community weed pull events are held, with the next one occurring between 3 and 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 12.
Organized by CSISS, the weed pull "offers a chance to take direct action against this invader through manual removal techniques including digging, cutting, and deadheading."
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Those wishing to take part in the event are asked to register in advance at forms.gle/WkdqY1w3Sy5cSbzi8. The address of the meeting place will be provided upon registration.
Participants are encouraged to bring canoes (there will be some to share), life-jackets, waders or waterproof boots, garden tools (like shovels or pruners), gloves, and "a willingness to get muddy for a good cause."
