A vigilant Lake Host, Deb Williams, intercepted a zebra mussel and plant fragments on a boat about to enter Lake Winnisquam, thwarting a potentially devastating invasion. Her discovery on August 15 underscores the importance of continued community efforts to keep invasive species at bay.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials have uncovered a large number of adult zebra mussels in a private water body in Eagle County. This discovery marks a significant ecological event for western Colorado.