Leave the firewood, clean boots and other tips to reduce spread of invasive species

By: Cami Koons

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: June 19, 2026

Words: 667

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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Summertime recreation in Iowa’s outdoor landscape can be a catalyst for spreading invasive species, according to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.

The department said certain precautions, like scrubbing down hiking boots, keeping firewood in the county where it was purchased and being able to identify plant species can help to stop the spread of invasive forest species.

“Much of the spread of invasive species comes from people simply enjoying nature,” DNR said …

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