Can I remove Eurasian Watermilfoil (EWM) on my own by using a rake or pulling it by hand?
We prefer you don’t remove EWM unless you can get the whole plant. EWM can grow from small pieces of its stem, so when it breaks up, from raking, pulling or chopping with boat props, the problem can get worse. If you think you have EWM in your waters, contact your local Noxious Weed Board or office and let them know; they can conduct a survey and positively identify the plant and determine the treatment for control. If pieces of EWM wash up on your shore, remove them upland so they don’t return to the water. You can get rid of EWM by putting it in the garbage or composting it in your landscape.
