Justin Bush

Governor Jay Inslee has proclaimed this Invasive Species Awareness Week in Washington. The proclamation is part of a larger, nationwide event to raise awareness regarding invasive species and the damage they can cause to the environment and economy ...

Are invasive species hiding in your trees? The Washington State Department of Agriculture is asking you to check trees, lights, outdoor equipment and standing water in your yard for harmful bugs. It’s all part of National Tree Check Month in August. “ ...

Washington Governor Jay Inslee has proclaimed February 22nd through February 28th as Invasive Species Awareness Week. "Invasive species threaten our economy, environment, recreation opportunities and can even harm our health,” Inslee said. “I’m ...

In late January, the Washington Invasive Species Council approved an updated version of the statewide invasive species strategy. Justin Bush, Executive Coordinator for the Washington Recreation and Conservation Office, said at this point, they’ve only seen old invaders rearing their ugly heads. " ...