Spring 2006 Udpate
In 2004, the CWN received $3.9M of Prop.13 funds to eradicate invasive weeds that choke the local creeks of the Carlsbad Watershed, displace natural habitat, create massive accumulations of plant materials that can cause flooding and become a source of fuel for wild fires. More than 600 acres of these plants have been identified in our watershed.
Since Aug. 2004, the CWN project has accomplished the following:
- Treated and removed over 300 acres of invasive plants;
- Replanted more than 30K native plants in the treated areas;
- Restored 25 miles of the 140 miles of streams throughout the Carlsbad Watershed; and
- Launched Project NIIMBY (No Invasives In My Backyard)
While the project has removed over 300 acres of invasive plants, there is still more to do. Many of these species are dispersed by human activities, citizens can help prevent new weed infestations and combat those already in place by removing invasive plants in their back yards. Become a part of the citizen effort, participate in Project NIIMBY
We have yet another invasive plant that is spreading like wildfire throughout this area. Early identification and remvoal are key to controlling its spread. 
