Jul
23
2011
If you are concerned about invasive plant species — noxious weeds — there are plenty of opportunities to do something about it within the next few weeks. The North Fork Landowners’ Association has two “weed roundup” events scheduled. The first, on Tuesday, July 26, will concentrate on the area from the border to Ford Station; [...]
Tags: Glacier National Park, invasive species, NFLA, North Fork Landowner's Association, weed control, weeds
Jul
20
2011
In this week’s column, Larry Wilson covers a broad range of topics, including the Border Patrol’s seemingly excessive secrecy about their operations . . . It has been another action-packed, fun-filled week on the North Fork, with community service, educational, informative and just plain fun social events. The biggest gathering was for the interlocal meeting, [...]
Tags: border patrol, Flathead County, Larry Wilson, road maintenance, U.S. Forest Service, weeds
Aug
29
2010
It’s that time again. Here’s a good overview from today’s Flathead Beacon on dealing with noxious weeds, especially knapweed . . . As the summer weather begins to wane and most guests head home, a rather unwelcome visitor makes its presence known in the Flathead Valley. Knapweed is in full bloom, and officials say the [...]
Tags: knapweed, weeds
Jul
29
2009
Today’s Missoulian has an article about a new publication regarding invasive plant species (i.e., weeds). Beware of one bad pun . . . Go ahead. Pick the flowers. And to be sure you’re picking the right ones, the botanists at Glacier National Park have published a brand-new field guide. Several field guides already cover the [...]
Tags: weeds