THE ALIENS ARE HERE

Why do we run? There is no simple answer.

There are a myriad reasons personal to each runner.

Common reasons are an appreciation for nature, the love of being outdoors in a natural setting, finding hidden places with beautiful soul-stirring vistas, and of course, the joy of sharing these with loved ones and likeminded people.

But what if by simply passing through these beautiful areas, we are potentially contributing to their transformation?

This thought led to a study looking at the potential for trail runners to transport and introduce alien invasive plant seeds into protected areas.