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blog BY mtdave ON December 1 - 0 COMMENTS
South Dakota Zebra Mussel Update
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Following is a link to a recent new story regarding the dicovery of Zebra Mussels on a boat dock on the South Dakota side of Lewis and Clark Lake.  Be aware of the potential to move mussels on boats and in live wells.  When available, utilize boat cleaning and inspection opportunities, and ALWAYS [ READ MORE... ]
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blog BY mtdave ON November 25 - 0 COMMENTS
Minnesota Mussel and Milfoil Brew Sold Out!
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Minnesota's Excelsior Brewing Company's  Milfoil and Zebra Mussel IPA , "invasive pale ale" has sold out!  Great story on bringing awareness to the aquatic invasive species issue.  Kudos to Excelsior!  http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/news/2014/11/24/milfoil-and-zebra-...
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blog BY mtdave ON November 23 - 0 COMMENTS
MN Brewer Adds Zebra Mussels to New Brew!
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Maybe we can drink our way to solving the Zebra mussel problem!  A new IPA, "invasive pale ale" uses Zebra mussel shells in a new brew.  Get some for your Thanksgiving celebration!   http://kimt.com/2014/11/22/minnesota-brewer-adds-zebra-mussels-to-new-ale/
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blog BY mtdave ON November 6 - 0 COMMENTS
AIS Prevention Success!
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Following the recommendation to inspect, clean, and dry, we have found that prevention of spread of AIS can be successful.  Following is a link to a story about an AIS prevention success! http://billingsgazette.com/lifestyles/recreation/aquatic-invasive-specie...
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blog BY mtdave ON October 20 - 0 COMMENTS
VSP Trip to Montana a success!
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On behalf of TU's VSP program, I would like to thank everyone who contributed to the wonderful trip to Jefferson Island Ranch!  TU VSP hosted a fine group of 6 wounded warrior/Vets who enjoyed spectacular weather, beautiful scenery, excellent fishing, and even better company.  It was the trip of a [ READ MORE... ]
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blog BY mtdave ON August 15 - 0 COMMENTS
Conservation Dogs Enter the Battle Against Zebra Mussels!
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Dogs trained by an organization based in Three Forks, Montana are being utilized to sniff out Zebra mussels in watercraft. Preventing the spread of Zebra mussels by watercraft is one of the primary focus points in the effort to control the spread of this deadly invasive species, and preliminary [ READ MORE... ]
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blog BY mtdave ON May 22 - 0 COMMENTS
Texas Implements New Boat Cleaning Regulations to Stop AIS
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AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission has approved a new regulation requiring that all boats operating on public fresh water anywhere in Texas be drained before leaving or approaching a lake or river to help combat the further spread of zebra mussels and other invasive species. The [ READ MORE... ]
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blog BY mtdave ON May 15 - 0 COMMENTS
New Experiment to Control Zebra Mussels!
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Aggressive zebra mussels continue to make a home for themselves in Lake Winnipeg, but this year, Manitoba officials have devised a bold plan to help stop their invasion.  As the ice recedes on Lake Winnipeg, scientists want to experiment with lowering a silk curtain onto the lake floor, in an [ READ MORE... ]
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blog BY mtdave ON April 10 - 0 COMMENTS
New Didymo Research, Clean Angling, and Equipment Care
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Following is a link to a very good article summarizing recently published Didymo research findings and pointing out the need for anglers to continue to practice clean angling.   http://flyfishing.about.com/od/Conservation/fl/Experts-Keep-Angling-Clea...
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blog BY mtdave ON April 1 - 0 COMMENTS
A Volunteer Opportunity to Help in the AIS Fight in Minnesota!
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Minnesota DNR is offering AIS training to the public.  Following is a link to the article containing the information.  TU members are well know for their "boots on the ground" conservation efforts.  If you live in the area around Spicer, consider taking the training helping out in the fight against [ READ MORE... ]
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