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A variety of outreach materials have been developed to share RIPPLE's message of "do not release". These materials can be used in retail pet and garden stores, environmental centers or handed out at events. All of these materials and more are available for free while supplies last.

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CrayfishIJC cover.pngGreat Lakes Almanac to Invasive Crayfish pamphlet

This pamphlet folds out into a poster and describes four regulated crayfish (rusty crayfish, marbled crayfish, Australian crayfish, and red swamp crayfish). It includes detailed illustrations and descriptions of invasive crayfish anatomy to assist with identification. It is written for a general audience, but is most applicable to aquarium retailers and consumers in the Great Lakes region.

It was funded in part by the Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program and by the United States Environmental Protection Agency through the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.

A PDF version is available here.

RIPPLE Brochure_Page_2RIPPLE Aquatic Plant Brochure

This brochure describes regulated aquatic invasive plant species, with photographs. Text focuses on identification, and handling and disposal information for plants and animals in the aquarium and water garden industry.

A PDF version of the brochure is available here.

crayfish brochure insideRIPPLE Crayfish Brochure

This brochure describes regulated crayfish species and handling and disposal information. A PDF version of the brochure is available here.

 

 

 

 

 

fish brochure insideRIPPLE Fish Brochure

This brochure describes regulated fish species common to the aquarium and water garden trade as well as  handling and disposal information. A PDF version of the brochure is available here.

 

 

DLIL RIPPLE rack card-FINAL_Page_1.pngDon't Let it Loose rack card

(4”x8”, two-sided) rack card includes the RIPPLE core message and information about surrender options including the Fresh Water Protector Network.

A PDF version of the rack card is available here.

RIPPLE Rack Card_Page_2RIPPLE rack card

(4”x7”, two-sided) includes the RIPPLE core message, and containment and disposal tips. Rack cards can be used by retailers for display near cash registers or attached to receipts at the time of sale or as an outreach piece by environmental groups.

A PDF version of the rack card is available here.

RIPPLE PosterRIPPLE Poster

(18”x22”) includes containment and disposal information as well as graphic artwork related to aquatic invasive species. For display in retail stores, schools or environmental learning centers. Printed on paper and weather-resistant vinyl.

A PDF version of the poster is available here.

WordseachYouth Word Search & Coloring Page

Features common words used to describe invasive species and aquatic plants. Can be used in schools or during youth outreach events.

A PDF version of the word search is available here.

 

DFW04_Digital_200X250Banner_FINAL2-jpgRIPPLE Graphics

Graphics are available for website and print usage by organizations and businesses wishing to share RIPPLE's core message.

Digital versions of these graphics are available here.

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