How to identify and report findings of Eurasian Watermilfoil (EWM)
With the increased awareness and concerns about the appearance of the highly invasive Eurasian Watermilfioil in Drag and Spruce Lakes, many property owners are asking for assistance in identifying potential EWM outbreaks.
To help in this process, we have compiled a step by step identification guide – click here
If you have concerns with a weed sighting, go through the simple steps in this guide to establish whether it is EWM.
If yes, record the GPS location coordinates and send an email to DSLPOAEWM@gmail.com.
Thank you for your diligence and support!
In the identification guide a Northern Milfoil was mentioned as well. Is this a common weed or also an invasive weed? Thank you!
Thanks for your question Karen. Northern Milfoil is a native species and not considered invasive. As you see in the photos it resembles Eurasian Watermilfoil. Check this link for more information – https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/gisresources/lakes/AquaticPlantGuide/descriptions/myrsib.html
Jim Miners for the DSLPOA EWM Working Group