Topic: Ensure that all ecosystems are thriving, vibrant, and resilient.

Associated Climate Resilience Actions:
Shoshone Paiute Tribes

Train tribal members to safely and effectively apply herbicides/pesticides to combat invasive species.

Ecosystems People
Shoshone Paiute Tribes

Explore alternate technologies for herbicide spraying (e.g. drones).

Ecosystems
Shoshone Paiute Tribes

Coordinate with agencies responsible for re-seeding post-wildfire to monitor seed type, seed dispersal, and seed-mixtures.

Ecosystems People
Shoshone Paiute Tribes

Develop a test plot targeted at invasive removal after wildfire (e.g. thistle removal from willow stands).

Ecosystems
Shoshone Paiute Tribes

Map and identify (through GIS and remote sensing) conditions that create fire refugia or areas less prone to fire.

Ecosystems
Shoshone Paiute Tribes

Identify and target known sources/vectors for invasive species (e.g. recreation boats for zebra mussels, outside fire crews).

Ecosystems
Shoshone Paiute Tribes

Develop a strategic plan that includes mapping, monitoring, and treating invasive species (i.e. cheatgrass, medusahead, foxtail, thistle) in key locations...

Ecosystems
Shoshone Paiute Tribes

Explore opportunities or programs that engage citizen scientists to help with invasive species monitoring, detection, and response (e.g. Local Environmental...

Ecosystems People
Shoshone Paiute Tribes

Identify climate-adaptive native species for reseeding and restoration.

Ecosystems
Shoshone Paiute Tribes

Plan inspection and cleaning stations that prevent the spread of invasive species.

Ecosystems Infrastructure
Shoshone Paiute Tribes

In areas with excessive hazardous fuels, utilize innovative removal techniques (e.g. prescribed burns, targeted grazing).

Ecosystems
Shoshone Paiute Tribes

Fund inspection and cleaning stations to prevent the spread of invasive species.

Ecosystems Infrastructure