Prepared by

Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Foundation
3272 Sherman Ridge Rd
Marietta, GA  30064

Funded by a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, The Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Foundation (AERF), and Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment (RISE)

This handbook is an introductory resource for landowners, extension agents, land and water resource managers, and applicators of invasive plant control technologies throughout the country. While the authors recognize that many aquatic plants can become a significant nuisance problem in water bodies, this handbook describes how to manage invasive and exotic aquatic plant species while protecting aquatic ecosystems and fish habitat. This handbook provides additional sources of information that provide more specific information on integration and use of specific BMPs for regional and local conditions.

The second printing of the BMP handbook is now available.  Hardcopies are available in single or multiple quantities; contact Carlton Layne at the above address to order.  A PDF version is available for download on this website.  Plans are in the works for a second edition.  If you have comments or suggestions on items to include, we would appreciate your feedback.

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