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Stop the Spread

Before venturing out, make sure all recreational equipment, footwear and clothing are clear of soil, debris, and plant material.

Hiking, mountain biking, boating, and trail-riding with motorized equipment can be a blast but unfortunately, it can also be a means to invasive species spread.  Good news is - prevention of this is fairly simple.  Cleaning your recreational equipment before moving it to a new boat launch or trail head can help ensure that the natural areas you love stay free of invasive species. ​

Clean Recreational Equipment On Site!

Hikers and Bikers:
  • Stay on designated roads and trails
  • Avoid wearing Velcro, bulky knits, pants with cuffs, and other fabrics that can carry seeds
  • Remove soil and plant material from the soles of shoes, bike tires, other gear, and pets  
  • Brush off plant legs and footwear, and pull off any sticking burs or seeds
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ORVers:​
  • Stay on designated roads and trails
  • Drive over obstacles and avoid cutting switchbacks to prevent trail damage 
  • After riding, dry-brush your ORV to remove soil and seeds
  • Brush off your pant-legs and footwear, and pull off any sticking burs or seeds
  • Before riding on another trail, wash your ride at home and be sure to hose off the undercarriage
  • If not first heading home, stop at a car wash between sites
Boaters:
  • ​Clean sand, soil, and plant materials off boats and gear
  • Drain water from boats and dry thoroughly with a towel
  • Between adventures, clean boats and gear with a mild bleach solution (1 Tbsp. bleach per gallon of water), undiluted Formula 409, or 2% Virkon solution
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  • Home
  • About
    • NCCISMA's Mission >
      • Employment Opportunities
    • Meet Our Staff
    • Annual Reports
    • Partners
    • Events
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Newsletter & Social Media
    • Local News
    • Contact Us
  • Identify & Report
    • Report Invasive Species
    • Invasive Species List
    • High Priority Species
    • Exotic Aquatic Plant Watch
    • Survey Success Stories
  • Control
    • Strike Team for Hire
    • Treatment Advice >
      • Treatment Videos
    • Local Contractors
    • Control Success Stories
  • Habitat Restoration
    • Restoration Contractor List
    • Shrub Replacement Project
    • Restoration Success Stories
    • Go Beyond Beauty
  • Prevention
    • #RideCleanRepeat
    • Educator Resources >
      • Resource Directory
      • Outreach Publications & Signs
    • Responsible Gardening
    • Prevention Success Stories