What Can You Do
Invasive species pose a worldwide challenge. Let’s tackle this together in Wyoming. There are simple actions you can take and share with others to help spread our message.
Get Involved
Each county's District Office takes charge of local group activities, including educational events, weed pulls, and tours.
Contact your local office to learn more about what’s happening in your area.
RECREATE RESPONSIBLY
As outdoor enthusiasts, it’s our responsibility to be stewards of the land.
- Clean footwear, clothes, packs, and pets before and after exploring or hunting.
- Keep horses’ hooves clean and feed them weed free certified hay.
- Clean, drain, and dry your watercraft and angling gear before and after each use.
- Clean trailers, RVs, and vehicles to remove mud, plants, and pests before traveling.
- Buy certified heat-treated firewood where you plan to burn or gather it.
- Stay on designated trails.
- Share your experience and our message on social media using #KeepWYWild and #PlayCleanGo
Go Native
Native species have evolved with traits suited to Wyoming’s ecosystems. Reduce the likelihood of introducing invasive species by:
- Using native plants and seeds. Ask your local nursery to start carrying more native plants.
- Knowing your plant source. Many invasive species are unintentionally transported on nursery stock and seed mixes.
- Trying to avoid disturbing natural areas whenever possible.
- Planting, mulching, or covering disturbed or bare areas.
Explore the Wyoming Reclamation and Restoration Center for guidance.
CERTIFIED WEED FREE PRODUCTS
Whenever possible use certified weed free products to help prevent the spread.
- Use weed free hay and forage for your livestock
- Use weed free seed in agriculture
- Use weed free gravel and mulch in construction
Learn more about going Weed Free.
Identify Noxious Species
Develop your ability to identify plants and distinguish invasive species to protect Wyoming's ecosystems. These helpful tools will assist you in determining if what you're observing is a noxious weed.
- Learn to identify Wyoming weeds with the WWPC Noxious Weed Handbook
- USDA PLANTS Database
- Learn about invasive species impacting the continent
Learn More About Noxious Species.
Report Noxious Species
Report what you see. Timing is important. The sooner weeds are reported, the greater our opportunity to eradicate or control them.
- Report a weed online (login or create an account)
- Contact your local District Office
- Message us a photo
Implement Management Programs
For ranchers and agriculturists, awareness is key, but taking action to control the spread of invasives on your land is crucial with these management programs.
- Biological Control
- Early Detection Rapid Response
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
- Invasive Annual Grass Management