@thenatureeducator: Spread the word - not the plants! 🌿 Invasive species are non-native plants and animals that have been introduced to an ecosystem where they do not naturally occur. They are one of the biggest threats to biodiversity as they outcompete native species for water, nutrients, space, and light, and also because they usually lack pathogens and predators that keep their abundance in check. Without this natural population control, invasive species spread rapidy and take over new ecosystems, thus making it incredibly difficult (and expensive) to control them. In @Revelstoke, the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society (CSISS) facilitates the prevention, reduction, and management of invasive species through collaboration, coordination, and engagement. They host community events such as weed pulls, training presentations, and workshops where locals and visitors can participate to learn and take action. There are many ways that you can help: 🥾Properly clean all your gear and equiptment – Some surfaces hold onto to plant seeds and transfer them to new locations. 💦 Clean, Drain, Dry – aquatic invasive species are known to spread via water recreation equipment such as boats and trailers. 🔥 Use local firewood - avoid moving firewood long distances as it can contain invasive forest pests and diseases. 🐢 Avoid releasing aquatic plants or pets into nature - many invasive aquatic and terrestrial species have been introduced through human release. 🪏 Attend local community invasive species removal events with organizations such as CSISS 👩‍💻 Report invasive species - through the Report Invasives BC (while in British Columbia), EDDMapS (North America) and iNaturalist (global). You can also report them emailing/calling your local invasive species non-profit organization. 💚 Share this video - raising awareness and educationg others about invasive species is the first step towards taking action to help prevent and control the spread. Have questions? Ask us in the comments below! #revelstoke #InvasiveSpecies #invasiveplants #Conservation #nature

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