Celebrate Alaska Invasive Species Awareness Week (June 12-18)! We invite Alaskans and visitors to celebrate Alaska Invasive Species Awareness Week. This week is designated by an Executive Proclamation from the Governor and is a celebration of the work done to keep Alaska wild and free of invasive species invasive species
An invasive species is any plant or animal that has spread or been introduced into a new area where they are, or could, cause harm to the environment, economy, or human, animal, or plant health. Their unwelcome presence can destroy ecosystems and cost millions of dollars.
Learn more about invasive species . Look for events across the state that range from weed pulls, to slug busting, to demo's on how to decontaminate a boat. To learn more and find an event near you, head to the Alaska Invasive Species Partnership website at alaskainvasives.org.
Event date and time
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Audience(s)
Angler
Landowner
Parent
Student
Age range
Elementary (Grades K-5), Middle/Junior High (Grades 6-8), High School (Grades 9-12), Young adult, Adult, Senior (7 and up)