Ridecamp: Re: [RC] Riverdance trail marking

> They are tunnels of overgrown low canopies of "bamboo."  ( I don't know
what
> the plants are actually called, but they look like bamboo)>
> Scott
>
Hi Scott,

That "bamboo looking" plant is Giant Reed Grass (Arundo donax), which is a
really noxious, invasive exotic.  There are a myriad of problems, from
displacing native habitats, increased fire danger, and decreased wildlife
values.  Don't know about So Cal., but in Northern Calif, there are growing
efforts, with state money behind, to try to eradicate this stuff. As I ride
the county, I note locations and stands of it, as the county is mapping with
intent to eradicate.  At least up here, there is a chance we can eliminate
it before it takes over all our watersheds.....
Karen


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