https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Invasives/Mussels/Newshttps://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Invasives/Mussels/News/golden-mussel-response-framework-and-boating-access-invasive-mussel-response-grant-opportunityGeneralThu, 17 Apr 2025 13:55:08 GMT

Golden Mussel Response Framework and Boating Access: Invasive Mussel Response Grant Opportunity

<p>California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), Department of Water Resources, and California State Parks issued a joint press release on April 16, 2025 titled "<strong><a href="https://wildlife.ca.gov/News/Archive/california-takes-action-to-halt-golden-mussel-invasion">California Takes Action to Halt Golden Mussel Invasions</a></strong>” announcing the development of a comprehensive <strong><a href="https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=231231" target="_blank">Golden Mussel Response Framework</a></strong> developed by the Golden Mussel Task Force.</p> <p>In addition, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is offering $1 million in grant funding to boating facility operators to enhance efforts against invasive mussels, particularly the threat of golden mussels. This funding supports projects that help prevent the introduction and spread of invasive mussels in lakes, reservoirs and waterways, ensuring the long-term health of state waters. The <strong><a href="https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Invasives/Species/Golden-Mussel">grant solicitation and application link</a></strong> can be found on CDFW’s website.</p>