Sign dedicated on August 29, 2013
Before the next step of actually spraying the phragmites engulfing Middle Lake, Depot Park, in Clarkston Michigan, Oakland Phragmite & Invasive Species, (OPIS), Task Force had a sign dedication. OPIS' mission statement states that: Oakland Phragmites & Invasive Species Task Force is a group of concerned citizens working to control the spread of phragmites and other non-native plants in Oakland County and beyond, by empowering concerned citizens and governments through education, advocacy and action. This is a vital part of OPIS' mission, to educate the public.
The sign dedication event was the result of many devoted people who wanted to get the word out about how devastating phragmites is to a wetlands and surrounding areas. It also explains what to do and who to contact if you find phragmites or other invasives on your property.
Lola Koch, OPIS, took on the challenge to create such a sign with information about the invasive species, Phragmites Australias. With dedicated monies donated by Elizabeth and Ron Wagner to North Oakland Headwaters Land Conservancy, NOHLC, and working with Clinton River Watershed Association, who actually did the work to design the sign, the sign is there as a constant reminder of how this plant can become a monoculture if left unchecked. If you would like to become a member of OPIS, contact us at www.opistaskforce.org.
If you find phragmites or any invasive species of plants on your property rapid response is the best action you can take. The longer the invasive is allowed to remain, the more harm and damage it will do. If you need help identifying a plant you question, contact OPIS at www.opistaskforce.org and someone will get back with you. It will take all of us protecting our properties against these invasives to return Michigan to its natural beauty.
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