Here are 5 FREE & SIMPLE things you can do to protect native ecosystems from the impacts of invasive species. April 7, 2019…the movement by preventing the spread of invasive species! 1. Clean, Drain, Dry Clean all plants, animals, or mud from watercraft & related equipment Drain any water onto land Dry… Read more
Garden loosestrife Garden Loosestrife July 20, 2017…Invaded by Garden Loosestrife. Photo: King County Noxious Washington. Garden loosestrife’s dense & aggressive growth outcompetes native vegetation in wetland ecosystems. This reduces habitat for waterfowl, wildlife, birds, and fish…. Read more
Northern Crayfish (Orconectes virilis) Northern/Virile Crayfish July 13, 2017…claw) often have dark specs and orange or reddish tips May have paired black marks along its abdomen Can inhabit rivers, streams, lakes, marshes & ponds Prefers waters with rocky… Read more
Wednesday June 19, 2019 – Teddy Bear Picnic June 17, 2019…and under. Come out for a fun morning of songs, activities, and opportunity to get information about services and programs in our region. The water park will be on –… Read more
Multispectral Fingerprinting: A New Way to Map Yellow Flag Iris using drones. July 17, 2017…and migrating waterfowl. The Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area is a wetland of international importance; it is home to over 300 birds, 60 mammals, 17 fish and 6 amphibian species… Read more
Highly invasive plant; Yellow Flag Iris found at Summit Lake September 12, 2017…and ultimately disrupt an area’s ecosystem complexity. These disturbances result in reduced habitat suitability and support for wildlife – especially for breeding, staging, and migrating waterfowl. In addition, the plant… Read more
Kudos to FortisBC Inc. for removing invasive yellow flag iris from the Brilliant Dam debris boom! April 27, 2018…wildlife – especially for breeding, staging, and migrating waterfowl. In addition, the plant can sicken livestock if ingested and can cause skin irritation in humans. Yellow Flag Iris Infestation Proper… Read more
Volunteers in Creston help CKISS fill a trailer with invasive yellow flag iris! August 14, 2018The Creston Valley Wildlife Center is a wetland of international importance because the area has productive wildlife and waterfowl habitat. Sadly a portion of the wetland has been invaded by… Read more
May 25, 2019 – Play Clean Go Love your Trails Day! May 9, 2019…lunch please complete the registration form below. What to Bring Water bottle Coffee cup Garden gloves if you have them (CKISS can provide you with some as well) Your… Read more
Western yellowstriped armyworm larva STOP Western Yellowstriped Armyworm August 14, 2019…equipment, farm trucks and other equipment should be cleaned between farms. Clean hay equipment by spraying with air or water. Inspect equipment coming onto your property for worms. For more… Read more