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Grade: 9 to 12

Introduction

A weed inventory is one of the most important tools that weed managers use. Students will learn what inventories are, how weed managers use inventories, and which factors determine how weed managers conduct a weed inventory. Before teaching this lesson, read the entire lesson and make sure all materials are available.

Click here to view the lesson plan (pdf).

Grade: 9 to 12

Introduction

Established protocols help ensure that weed managers collect accurate and consistent data when conducting a weed inventory. Students will learn how to follow a protocol properly and collect accurate data by setting up a transect line. This lesson is ideal for students who wish to collect specific weed location information without using a GPS receiver. Before teaching this lesson, read the entire lesson and make sure all materials are available.