General Description
Join the search for one of Minnesota's newest aquatic invasive species, starry stonewort (and other aquatic invasive species). Starry stonewort is an invasive algae that was first found in Lake Koronis (Stearns County) in 2015 and has since spread to fourteen other Minnesota lakes. We are asking for your help in searching lakes in Dakota County to better understand starry stonewort's distribution. Please register by August 6.
Learn more from the Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center.
Location
Camp Sacajawea Retreat Center
5121 McAndrews Road
Apple Valley, MN 55124
Date/Time
Saturday, August 17
8:30 am – 1:00 pm
Duties & Responsibilities
- Attend training before heading out to assigned locations
- Individuals will be assigned local bodies of water to search
- All participants will return to Camp Sacajawea to report findings and turn in any specimens and datasheets at 1 p.m.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be able to attend the whole training
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, this event is not suitable for younger children (under 5 years old)
- No experience or equipment is necessary
Minimum Time Commitment
4.5 hours
Activity Level
Medium - May involve varying amounts of activity (long walks, rough terrain, and moderate physical exertion. May not be recommended for volunteers with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes recommended.
Required Training
- No experience is necessary to participate, expert training is provided.
Contact Information
Lindsey Albright
Water Resources Specialist
lindsey.albright@co.dakota.mn.us
651-480-7783
