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2025 End of Year Report
"Our mission is to protect, manage, and restore ecosystem integrity through comprehensive invasive species and vector-borne disease management - for the benefit of both ecological and human health. While this may sound like a lofty goal, it’s one we pursue every day with dedication and purpose. At the District, delivering the highest level of service to Teton County isn’t just our mission - it’s what we do. In this report you’ll see the many ways our small but mighty team of nine full-time staff and sixteen employees works tirelessly to care for this community. Beyond our “regular responsibilities, we are also proud to have hosted the 81st Wyoming Weed & Pest Annual Conference in October, welcoming more than 150 friends and colleagues from across the state. We extend a special thanks to the Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Board and the Sustainable Business Leaders program for their generous support, which helped make this outstanding event possible. From integrated invasive species management and West Nile virus prevention, to coordinating with Working Dogs for Conservation in support of our longest-running program - the Snake River Project (est. 2001) - to launching our newest initiative, Tick Blitz, this report highlights the many ways TCWP is working for you. Our team is made up of passionate, driven individuals who care deeply about their neighbors and the ecosystems we all depend on. I’m proud to share their work with you and invite you to learn more, get involved, and discover how we can work together to make Jackson Hole healthier and more resilient today, tomorrow, and for generations to come." - Erika Edmiston, District Supervisor
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How to #PlayCleanGo this Winter Season!
Winter recreation in Teton County is a way of life. From backcountry skiing and snowmobiling to fat biking and snowshoeing. But even when the landscape looks frozen and pristine, invasive species can still hitch a ride. Seeds and plant fragments from invasive weeds often cling to boots, skis, and snowmobile tracks, dogs, and vehicles. When snow melts and mud season begins, those seeds are deposited into vulnerable trailheads, parking areas, and wildlife habitat. Practicing PlayCleanGo year-round helps protect the places we love before damage takes root!
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Concerns of Impacts to Weed Biocontrol from Mosquito Abatement
Thank you to Mikenna Smith, Teton County Weed and Pest Entomologist, for her contributions to this article from her recent research presentation. Biocontrol and Mosquito Control: Are They at Odds? As an entomologist working in both biological control (biocontrol) of weeds and mosquito abatement, I often find myself in a unique position to explore how these two practices interact. When researching whether mosquito control affects weed biocontrol agents, I found surprisingly little direct research. However, there’s a lot of literature on how mosquito pesticides affect non-target insects in general. That’s what I’ve used to guide this discussion.
PlayCleanGo Week 2025
Help us celebrate PlayCleanGo Week this year from June 7–14!PlayCleanGo is a national campaign dedicated to protecting our wild lands from the spread of invasive species. It encourages outdoor recreationists to reduce the spread of dirt, seeds, and burs from noxious weeds during regular outdoor activities. The PlayCleanGo campaign works tirelessly to advocate for North America’s lands and waters by empowering people to take simple, proactive steps—like thoroughly cleaning mud and debris from gear, clothing, shoes, tires, and pets before and after outdoor adventures. Looking for inspiration on how you can protect public lands this summer? Follow us on social media throughout the week as we partner with conservation agencies across the country to share the top ways to #PlayCleanGo in our regions. When we commit to making small changes in how we prepare for and leave activities on public lands, we can make a big impact—preserving our parks, forests, rivers, lakes, and waterways for future generations to enjoy.
2025 Tick Blitz Results and Expanding Wyoming's First Tick Surveillance Program
The 2025 Tick Blitz, held in Teton County on May 16–17, yielded impressive results! Our team was thrilled to work alongside dedicated community citizen scientists who volunteered their time to help advance our understanding of tick phenology and abundance locally. Check out the results from our two-day sprint to collect as many ticks as possible within 48 hours!
Native Plant: Sagebrush
Sagebrush might be our favorite native shrub! An iconic symbol of the American West, sagebrush has historically been used in spiritual ceremonies and as medicine. Today, it plays a vital role in preserving landscapes and wildlife habitat during times of drought.
Native Plant: Arrowleaf Balsamroot
We’re getting straight to the point this month with a community favorite native species, the arrowleaf balsamroot! As a native plant, it can be found widespread throughout Canada and the western US. The beautiful flower head isn’t just for show—it’s a useful plant from root to pedal.
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Partner With Us For PlayCleanGo Week!
PlayCleanGo week is back from June 1st - June 8th this year! Together, we can celebrate the ways we can each make a difference in preserving our public lands, national parks, forests, rivers, lakes, and waterways.