Invasive Hitch-Hikers

People can accidentally spread invasive species when they go for a hike, take their boat out on an infested lake, or go hunting.

Seeds from some invasive plants can stick to clothing or get lodged in the tread of boots and shoes.

Some aquatic invasives have tiny larvae that can spread on fishing tackle, waders, and boats.

Preventing the spread of these invasive species is much easier than trying to control them once they have become established, so it is essential that when people spend time outdoors they are cautious about where they travel.

The fact sheets listed below give simple tips to lower the chance that you will spread invasive species.

Prevent the Spread!

Do you hike, boat, or camp? Check out these fact sheets for tips to reduce the chance of spreading invasive species when you recreate on DCNR lands and other Pennsylvania natural places:

• Invasive Hitch-Hikers Fact Sheet: What ATV Riders Need to Know! (PDF)
• Invasive Hitch-Hikers Fact Sheet: What Bikers Need to Know! (PDF)
• Invasive Hitch-Hikers Fact Sheet: What Bird Watchers Need to Know! (PDF)
• Invasive Hitch-Hikers Fact Sheet: What Boaters Need to Know! (PDF)
• Invasive Hitch-Hikers Fact Sheet: What Campers Need to Know! (PDF)
• Invasive Hitch-Hikers Fact Sheet: What Equestrians Need to Know! (PDF)
• Invasive Hitch-Hikers Fact Sheet: What Anglers Need to Know! (PDF)
• Invasive Hitch-Hikers Fact Sheet: What Hikers and Backpackers Need to Know! (PDF)
• Invasive Hitch-Hikers Fact Sheet: What Hunters Need to Know! (PDF)
• Invasive Hitch-Hikers Fact Sheet: What Leased Campsite Owners Need to Know! (PDF)
• Invasive Hitch-Hikers Fact Sheet: What Trail Maintainers Need to Know! (PDF)
• Invasive Hitch-Hikers Fact Sheet: What Wildlife Watchers Need to Know! (PDF)