Recently, I received this update and fundraising appeal to help eradicate Asian Clams from the Lake George Association. Please consider helping this worthy cause.
From the Lake George Association’s appeal:
Asian Clam Management in Lake George
September 2013 Update
Asian clams were found in lake George in late 2010, and control efforts were initiated immediately in the spring of 2011 to eradicate this treat to the lake. Left unchecked, this invasive species multiplies rapidly, ultimately resulting in thousands of clams per square meter. Thanks to immediate action, no significant impacts from these clams have been noted in Lake George to date.More than $1.5 million has been speant over the past three years to control this threat, and the results of the most recent fall/winter treatment are very encouraging. Seven of the 27 known acres of clam beds in Lake George were treated using plastic mats on the bottom of the lake, which smother the clams. Planning efforts for a fall 2013 treatment are underway. For more information, including detailed reports and maps, go online to www.stoprtheasianclam.info