Zebra mussel prevention at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in 2007
Palmquist E, Granet J, Anderson M. 2008. Zebra mussel prevention at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in 2007. Aquatic Resources Management Branch, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, National Park Service. Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, Utah
This report discusses the discover of zebra mussels at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and the efforts taken to prevent the spread of the zebra mussels. The Zebra Mussel Prevention Program was greatly expanded in 2007 in order to deal with the greater risk of infestation at Lake Powell. Zebra mussel prevention was designated as the top priority of Glen Canyon NRA by the park's Superintendent. A Zebra Mussel Interdisciplinary Team was created to address the needs of a more comprehensive zebra mussel prevention program for the park. The team consisted of representatives from all divisions and major operations within the park including Facilities Management, Business Management, Interpretation, Resource Management, Law Enforcement, Administration, Fees, and Management. Team meetings began in January, shortly after the discovery of zebra mussels in Lake Mead, and were held every one or two weeks until mid-July. Efforts of the interdisciplinary team focused on establishing stronger regulations to prevent infestation, establishing a self-certification program for boaters, expanding education and public outreach, improving decontamination capabilities, and preparing funding requests. Glen Canyon NRA created and implemented a unique certification program that had not been undertaken by any other entities previously. This program is applicable to all aquatic nuisance species, not just zebra mussels. This type of program is something that could be implemented by any park or management agency that has the ability to enforce the certification requirement. Even without the ability to regulate, it is an excellent educational tool.
- Type
- Unpublished Report
- Authors
- Palmquist, E; Granet, J; Anderson, M
- Date of Issue
- 2008-01-25
- Publisher
- Aquatic Resources Management Branch, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, National Park Service
- Units
- GLCA
- Keywords
- Animal Studies, Exotic Species, Invasive Species, Invertebrates, Pest, Pest Management, Wildlife Management