Quagga/Zebra Mussels Newshttps://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Invasives/Mussels/NewsDecember 3 - Quagga/Zebra Mussel Prevention Program Webinarhttps://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Invasives/Mussels/News/december-3-quaggazebra-mussel-prevention-program-webinarGeneralMon, 16 Nov 2020 08:35:34 GMTWebinar announcement for quagga/zebra mussel prevention planning<p>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, <a href="mailto:elizabeth.brusati@wildlife.ca.gov">Elizabeth.Brusati@wildlife.ca.gov</a> by December 1. The webinar link and phone number will be emailed on December 2. <a href="https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=175210&inline" target="_blank"><img alt="link opens in new window" src="/portals/0/Images/Shared/new-window-icon.gif" />Read the agenda here (PDF)</a>.</p> <p>Topics will include:</p> <ul> <li>Benefits of Investing in Preventing the Introduction and Spread of Mussels</li> <li>Code and Regulations: What is Required of Water Managers</li> <li>How to Prepare a Prevention Plan</li> <li>CA State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention Grant Program</li> <li>How CDFW Regional Staff Can Help You</li> </ul> <p>Before the webinar, we suggest attendees review <a href="https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=140345&inline" target="_blank"><img alt="link opens in new window" src="/portals/0/Images/Shared/new-window-icon.gif" />“Guidance for Developing a Dreissenid Mussel Prevention Program” (PDF)</a> and <a href="https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=180290&inline" target="_blank"><img alt="link opens in new window" src="/portals/0/Images/Shared/new-window-icon.gif" />“Recommended Minimum Dreissenid Mussel Early Detection Monitoring” (PDF)</a> on our <a href="https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Invasives/Quagga-Mussels/Prevention-Programs">Quagga/Zebra Mussel Prevention Programs</a> web page.</p> Training Announcement - Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination Virtual Trainingshttps://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Invasives/Mussels/News/training-announcement-watercraft-inspection-and-decontamination-virtual-trainingsGeneralMon, 14 Sep 2020 13:16:02 GMTTraining Announcement - Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination Virtual Trainings<p>The following information is being forwarded on behalf of Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission:</p> <h3>Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination<br /> <strong>Virtual </strong>Training Courses</h3> <ul> <li><strong>WIT I</strong><br /> September 22-23, 2020 – 8:00 a.m. to Noon<br /> For more information, go to: <a href="https://www.westernais.org/level-1-inspector-training" target="_blank"><img alt="link opens in new window" src="/portals/0/Images/Shared/new-window-icon.gif" />Level 1 Inspector Training</a><br /> If you would like to attend the WIT I course, complete the <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctd-Gupz4rGteaTkiQnBVh576Wy8p-XdYg" target="_blank"><img alt="link opens in new window" src="/portals/0/Images/Shared/new-window-icon.gif" />Registration</a></li> <li><strong>WIT III</strong><br /> October 13-15, 2020 – 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.<br /> For more information, go to: <a href="https://www.westernais.org/level-3-trainer-training" target="_blank"><img alt="link opens in new window" src="/portals/0/Images/Shared/new-window-icon.gif" />Level 3 Trainer Training</a><br /> If you would like to attend the WIT III course, complete the <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkf-GhrDspGdbkt-gRR4Pri7VN5iOta7IJ" target="_blank"><img alt="link opens in new window" src="/portals/0/Images/Shared/new-window-icon.gif" />Registration</a></li> <li><strong>WIT II</strong><br /> November 10-12, 2020 – 9:00 a.m. – Noon (3 days)<br /> For more information, go to <a href="https://www.westernais.org/level-2-inspection-and-decon" target="_blank"><img alt="link opens in new window" src="/portals/0/Images/Shared/new-window-icon.gif" />Level 2 Inspection and Decontamination</a><br /> If you would like to attend the WIT II course, complete the <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsf-ygrzIsE90zN72qDrRlnGZjyTS5cedy" target="_blank"><img alt="link opens in new window" src="/portals/0/Images/Shared/new-window-icon.gif" />Registration</a></li> </ul> <p>Internet access with computer required for virtual trainings (Camera and mic) preferred.</p> <p><span style="font-family:"Century Gothic",sans-serif"></span>Contact “Quagga D” for any questions, <a href="mailto:QuaggaDee@cox.net">QuaggaDee@cox.net</a>, (702) 236-3814.</p> Training Announcement - Watercraft Inspection Trainingshttps://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Invasives/Mussels/News/training-announcement-watercraft-inspection-trainingsGeneralFri, 01 Feb 2019 14:09:00 GMTTraining Announcement - Watercraft Inspection Trainings<p>The following information is being forwarded on behalf of Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission:</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="PSMFC logo" src="/Portals/0/Images/Invasives/PSMFC.png" /> <img alt="CDFW logo" src="/Portals/0/Images/Invasives/CDFW-logo.PNG" /> <img alt="LMV-Logo" src="/Portals/0/Images/Invasives/LMV.PNG" /></p> <p><strong>Watercraft Inspection Trainings (WIT I) Announcement</strong></p> <p>The Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission is sponsoring <span style="color:#c00000;">2 one-day*</span> (WIT I) Watercraft Inspection Trainings, hosted by California Department of Fish and Wildlife and Lake Mission Viejo Association.</p> <p><strong>Date:</strong> <span style="color:#c00000;">May 7 OR May 8, 2019*</span><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Lake Mission Viejo Association Club House, 22555 Olympiad Road, Mission Viejo, CA 92692<br /> <strong>Instructor:</strong> "Quagga D" Davis, PSMFC Training Contractor</p> <p><strong>The training will include:</strong></p> <ol> <li>Introduction & overview of what other western states are doing to fight mussels</li> <li>Biology of quagga & zebra mussels</li> <li>Quagga & zebra mussel status, monitoring, prevention, and regulations in California</li> <li>Overview of decontamination, including when decontamination should occur</li> <li>>Watercraft risk assessment and inspection procedure (with practice)</li> </ol> <p>Go to <a href="https://www.westernais.org/level-1-inspector-training" target="_blank"><img alt="link opens in new tab or window" src="/portals/0/Images/Shared/new-window-icon.gif" />Level 1 Inspector Training</a> for more information. Logistics will be sent upon registration.</p> <p><strong>TO REGISTER:</strong> If you are interested in attending, please <a href="http://www.westernais.org/register-for-training" target="_blank"><img alt="link opens in new tab or window" src="/portals/0/Images/Shared/new-window-icon.gif" />register online</a>. <strong><span style="color:#c00000;">*This is a ONE-day training - Specify which date when registering</span></strong>. <strong>The registration deadline is April 8<sup>th </sup>- Space is limited! Don’t delay, save your spot today!!</strong></p> <p><strong>COST:</strong> Training is provided free of charge to attendees on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees are responsible for their own travel expenses.</p> <p>For Level 2 Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination Training, please visit <a href="https://www.westernais.org/level-2-inspection-and-decon" target="_blank"><img alt="link opens in new tab or window" src="/portals/0/Images/Shared/new-window-icon.gif" />WIT II Schedule</a>.</p> <p>For any questions, please contact “Quagga D” Davis at (702) 236-3814 or <a href="mailto:quaggadee@cox.net">quaggadee@cox.net</a>.</p>