Success StoryWild & Scenic Red RiverFest



Wild & Scenic Red RiverFest

Author: Heather Graham

Planning Unit: Wolfe County CES

Major Program: Water and Soil Quality and Conservation

Plan of Work: Agriculture Production, Diversification, & Sustainability

Outcome: Initial Outcome

In May 2022 Kentucky Waterways Alliance and The Friends of Red River hosted the Wild and Scenic Red Riverfest - a daylong event to celebrate the Red River, the only waterway in KY that is designated by the National Wild & Scenic River System as wild and scenic. Throughout the day, participants had opportunities to listen to live music, paddle the river, and visit the educational tent. The Wolfe Co. ANR agent set-up under the educational tent with information about Extension, Cook Wild KY, and the PlayCleanGo initiative. Booth visitors learned about multiple invasive species (insect, vegetative, and aquatic) and the important role that citizens can play in the control and monitoring of invasive species. They were given information about how to id certain invasive species, what to do when particular invasives are identified in an area (e.g. spongy moth, spotted lanternfly), and means of controlling vegetative invasive species (e.g. Japanese knotweed, kudzu). They were also given a hoof pick/brush combo to clean off their shoes and gear before and after venturing out into the woods. Visitors were from across the state and from neighboring states and several were not familiar with Extension. Information was provided to them about Extension, how to contact their local office, and the types of programs that were offered.










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