Meet Stella—after only one year as a seasonal worker she returned to us as a crew lead for our 2022 season. You might even see her in the field as she maps and sprays invasive weeds along our highways. Whether she’s spraying on the roadside near Hoback or Togwotee you won’t miss her in her … Continue reading Meet our Team: Stella Krone
When you think of a deadly animal what comes to mind? Sharks? Rattlesnakes? Crocodiles? These animals may result in some human deaths but they are far from the deadliest creatures out there. So what’s the “big” killer?— you guessed it, mosquitoes. Mosquito-borne diseases kill between half a million and 2.7 million people each year. You’ve … Continue reading American History: A Story of Mosquito-Borne Disease
Summer is right around the corner and so are some of our favorite outdoor activities. Whether you’re a long-time local, snowbird, newcomer, or tourist, Jackson offers some of the best mountain adventures. With these activities (like hiking or biking) comes the responsibility to sustain them for years to come. We want our children and our … Continue reading Recreate Responsibly this Summer
The past few years in Jackson have been a rollercoaster of events. New home buyers are discouraged by the inflated market, renters who used to pay $1200 a month are now forced to pay $2200 for a tiny apartment, and long-time locals are faced with rising property taxes. But don’t lose hope. There are plenty … Continue reading TCWP District Board puts the community first: The mill levy reduced and the cost-share program launched
Once July comes around you’ll start to see more and more of those pesky mosquitoes. When you’re in the backcountry camping you’ll hear the incessant buzz of their wings against the side of your tent. If you hike Snow King in the evening you’ll start to see some swarms following you once the sun goes … Continue reading Get to know your Mosquitoes: Fun (and not so fun) facts
Teton County Weed and Pest District reminds that their mission strives for the protection of human health. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, TCWP’s mission stands more than ever before. Office Hours : Tuesday – Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm CURBSIDE PICKUP AVAILABLE Please call 307-733-8419 Order Online Fill out our online Contact form Landowner … Continue reading TCWP’s Response to COVID-19
Jackson Kids: Enter our drone contest to win big prizes Here at TCWP we want our local community to share in our environmental stewardship responsibilities. Through May 15th, kids thirteen and under who are residents of Teton County or attend school here, are eligible to enter our drone-naming contest and giveaway. We have a small … Continue reading Name our Drones Contest
Invasive Species Prevention and Awareness Starts in the Classroom Curriculum is a powerful tool to help reach students along with family and friends CHEYENNE, Wyo. (September 30, 2021) – Wyoming Weed and Pest Council has partnered with the Wyoming Alliance for Environmental Education to develop a comprehensive invasive species curriculum for first to fifth-grade students. A series … Continue reading Invasive Species Prevention and Awareness Starts in the Classroom
It is difficult to fully eradicate invasive species once they are widespread on a landscape which is why Early Detection and Rapid Response (EDRR) is a vital component of invasive species management. TCWP conducts an extensive EDRR program each year treating and monitoring hundreds of locations with small infestations and effectively eradicating many of them. … Continue reading Invasive Species | Siberian Peashrub
We warned back in March 2021 that Marimo Moss Balls were contaminated with Zebra Mussels. These moss balls are generally sold at PetCo. and PetSmart and other pet stores. If you are unfamiliar with Zebra Mussels we want to urge how serious of an impact these invasive species can have on our waterways in Wyoming. … Continue reading Moss Balls Carrying Zebra Mussels