Event Title
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.
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.