Invasive Species Videos

Invasive species are a major threat to the health and biodiversity of our lakes and rivers. They can displace native species, disrupt ecosystems, and impair water quality. In the Invasive Species Videos, learn about some of the biggest invasive species threats to the Glen Lake/Crystal River Watershed and what the Glen Lake Association is doing to prevent and manage them. 

The Fight for Lake Leelanau

Learn about what Lake Leelanau is doing to combat the infestation and spread of Eurasian Watermilfoil

Stopping a Tree Killer

Learn about the race to control Hemlock Wolly Adelgid infestations

Eradication of Invasive Plants by Smothering

Invasive species specialist, Laurel Voran, explains how to smother invasive terrestrial plants

Eradication of Purple Loostrife

Invasive species specialist, Laurel Voran, explains how to eradicate Purple Loostrife

Eradication of Yellow Iris – Part 1

Invasive species specialist, Laurel Voran, demonstrates eradicating Yellow Iris

Eradication of Yellow Iris – Part 2

Invasive species specialist, Laurel Voran, demonstrates eradicating Yellow Iris

Invasive Species – Eradicating Terrestrial Invasives

Invasive species specialist, Loral Voran, explains how to deal with Yellow Iris and Purple Loostrife

Digging Out Yellow Iris

Invasive species specialist, Laurel Voran, explains how to remove Yellow Iris

Learn more about what the Glen Lake Association is doing to prevent and manage invasive species.