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Suppression of Gypsy Moth

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park » Suppression of Gypsy Moth

The purpose of the gypsy moth suppression Program for Harpers Ferry National Historical Park is to prevent or minimize adverse effects to the environment by reducing gypsy moth populations and protecting foliage in the park. The proposed alternatives include a no-action (1) and action alternatives 2-3) that proposes the aerial application of the insecticide Bacillus thuringiensis variety kurstaki (Btk) to the proposed treatment areas. Alternatives 4, (preferred alternative) and 5 propose the aerial application of the Gypsy Moth Nucleopolyhedrosis Virus product (Gypcheck)

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Superintendent
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
P.O. Box 65
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425