Anglers, boaters and other water recreationists are often among the first to spot a new invader in aquatic systems. If they recognize the invader and report it to the authorities, the spread of the invader to another body of water can be prevented. But if they are not familiar with the subtle differences between, for example, the sculpin and the round goby they may inadvertently aid the invasive species' spread by transporting it to another inland lake or river. This accidental spread of invasive species can be prevented almost entirely by following a few guidelines that will be presented at these workshops. I would encourage anyone who depends on the area lakes and rivers for income or recreation to attend.
Space is limited, so register early.
The Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant College Program is one of 29 National Sea Grant College Programs. Created by Congress in 1966, Sea Grant combines university, government, business and industry expertise to address coastal and Great Lakes needs.