Invasive Species Hit Squad

A couple of local groups are trying to reduce the number of invasive species in local lakes.

A hit squad of students has been hired by the Ontario Federationof Anglers and Hunters and the Lake of the Woods Property Owners Association.

Suzette Peters is a member of the hit squad and says they are justtrying to make local residents aware of some of the invasivespecies that have been allowed to spread into area lakes and rivers.

Peters says they will have a booth set up at the farmer's market in Kenora all summer, and have also been touring local marinas, garden centers and festivals.