Invasive plants such as thistles and burdock will soon be popping up in the yards around Lac des Roches. In the fight against the many unwelcome species, the Cariboo Regional District is once again sponsoring plant treatment for the general public. The mobile crew that will do initial treatment on private land is fully booked for this season however they are taking requests for next year. Residents who are willing to do their own treatment will qualify for free herbicide from the CRD if they attend a one-hour application seminar. One is scheduled for June 18 in 100 Mile House. To obtain more information on the program and to register for either the crew treatment or the seminar, call Emily Sonntag in Williams Lake at 1 800 665 1636.