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Phrag Fighters

Protocol

Due to the invasive nature of Phragmites there are special protocols that must be followed to insure that it is properly identified and removed for a site.

Learning to Identify Phrag(opens in new tab)
Protocol
Field Data Sheet

Learning How to Idenfiy Phragmites

Phrag Fighters

As a Phrag Fighter it is very important that you are able to accurately identify the invasive phragmites versus our native reed species. Download the guide below, in addition to watching the  training videos above, to become an expert in identification! Do not worry, after completing the training you will be confident in your abilities and will be able to spot the invader!

Phragmites Identification Guide(opens in new tab)

Please Download the Phrag Fighters Protocol

Like any invasive species, in order to ensure that phragmites is properly removed from your property there are certain methods that you should follow. The protocol below will help you to remove phrag and keep it from coming back!

Surveying Documents

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Surveying Protocol(opens in new tab)
Removal Protocol(opens in new tab)
Percent Cover Estimation Sheet for Surveying(opens in new tab)
Removal Data
Entry Sheet
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Please Download the Field Data Reporting Sheet

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Our Field Data Sheets will help you to keep all of your Phrag sightings easily organised and one place! Please download the sheet below, record your phragmites observations and then email it back to us. Thank you for helping to keep our lakes and wetlands natural!

Field Data Reporting Sheet(opens in new tab)

 

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P.O. Box 1368, Haliburton, ON K0M 1S0
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We respectfully acknowledge that The Land Between is located within Williams Treaty 20 Mississauga Anishinaabeg territory and Treaty 61 Robinson-Huron treaty territory, in the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. We respectfully acknowledge that these First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come.

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