Quagga/Zebra Mussel News

California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) invites water managers to attend an interactive webinar describing the content required in a Quagga/Zebra Mussel Prevention Plan and the resources available to those who manage waterbodies or recreation. The webinar will be December 3, 2020, 1:00-2:30 p.m. using Microsoft Teams (a phone number will be available for those without computer access). To register, send names and email addresses of attendees to Elizabeth Brusati, Elizabeth.Brusati@wildlife.ca.gov by December 1. The webinar link and phone number will be emailed on December 2. Read the agenda here (PDF).

Topics will include:

• Benefits of Investing in Preventing the Introduction and Spread of Mussels
• Code and Regulations: What is Required of Water Managers
• How to Prepare a Prevention Plan
• CA State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program
• How CDFW Regional Staff Can Help You

Before the webinar, we suggest attendees review “Guidance for Developing a Dreissenid Mussel Prevention Program” (PDF) and “Recommended Minimum Dreissenid Mussel Early Detection Monitoring” (PDF) on our Quagga/Zebra Mussel Prevention Programs web page.

The following information is being forwarded on behalf of Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission:

Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination
Virtual Training Courses

• WIT I
  September 22-23, 2020 – 8:00 a.m. to Noon
  For more information, go to: Level 1 Inspector Training
  If you would like to attend the WIT I course, complete the Registration
• WIT III
  October 13-15, 2020 – 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  For more information, go to: Level 3 Trainer Training
  If you would like to attend the WIT III course, complete the Registration
• WIT II
  November 10-12, 2020 – 9:00 a.m. – Noon (3 days)
  For more information, go to Level 2 Inspection and Decontamination
  If you would like to attend the WIT II course, complete the Registration

Internet access with computer required for virtual trainings (Camera and mic) preferred.

Contact “Quagga D” for any questions, QuaggaDee@cox.net, (702) 236-3814.

The following information is being forwarded on behalf of the Invasive Species Action Network:

To Members and Affiliates of the WRP,

Registration for the 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting is now open. Register as soon as possible to assure that you have a spot at the virtual meeting. Each day has its own registration that you will have to complete separately.

You can find the agenda, registrations links, and more at the WRP's website here: WRP's 2020 Virtual Meeting

Stay tuned for more information on the virtual social space and don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns!

Best,
Mason

Mason Parker
Special Projects Coordinator | Invasive Species Action Network
(406) 222.7270
Invasive Species Action Network