Invasive Species in Bass River Recreation Area

Presentation Type

Oral and/or Visual Presentation

Presenter Major(s)

Natural Resource Management

Mentor Information

C. Griffin

Department

Biology

Location

Kirkhof Center 1142

Start Date

10-4-2013 12:00 AM

End Date

10-4-2013 12:00 AM

Keywords

Environment, Sustainability

Abstract

Non-native invasive species have become an increasing problem across the world due to their ability to adapt and out-compete natural species. Invasive species usually provide less wildlife habitat and recreational value for people. This project is located in a small section of the Bass River Recreation Area, Ottawa County, Michigan. Invasive species that are present in the area that will be studied are Multiflora Rose (Rosa multiflora), Autumn Olive (Elaeagnus umbellate), and Honeysuckle (Lonicera spp.). Samples will be collected along approximately 1000 foot transects running north south and 100 feet apart. At every 100 feet along the transect count samples will be taken in a 10m x 10m plot where species and frequency will be recorded. This study is important to understand the composition and distribution within the Bass River Recreation Area to create an effective management plan for non-native invasive species.

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Invasive Species in Bass River Recreation Area

Kirkhof Center 1142

Non-native invasive species have become an increasing problem across the world due to their ability to adapt and out-compete natural species. Invasive species usually provide less wildlife habitat and recreational value for people. This project is located in a small section of the Bass River Recreation Area, Ottawa County, Michigan. Invasive species that are present in the area that will be studied are Multiflora Rose (Rosa multiflora), Autumn Olive (Elaeagnus umbellate), and Honeysuckle (Lonicera spp.). Samples will be collected along approximately 1000 foot transects running north south and 100 feet apart. At every 100 feet along the transect count samples will be taken in a 10m x 10m plot where species and frequency will be recorded. This study is important to understand the composition and distribution within the Bass River Recreation Area to create an effective management plan for non-native invasive species.