Phragmites has been treated for several years around Clark Lake. CLAA coordinates the treatment on and near the lake since a DNR permit is required to apply the herbicide near water. 

Property owners are responsible for treatment away from the lake. Both Jacksonport and Sevastopol have ordinances requiring phragmites treatment.

In August volunteers may be seen surveying and mapping the phragmites on or near the shore.  Chemical treatment is done under the supervision of a state certified applicator. Owners are notified if their property or shorefront is to be treated.

In dense patches, it is sometimes necessary to remove the dead stems in the spring.

We rely on member volunteers to keep this project going, please watch for the sign up in mid to late August so you can help.

See the WQVC website for maps and information about current phragmites activity.