“Biological invasions sometimes are seen as an inevitable result of modern life, but like other human impacts on inland waters, we can control them if we choose to do so”
Photo by Amber Nelson
KEEP our LAKE NATURAL
PREVENT THE SPREAD OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES (AIS) – IT’S THE LAW
Michigan’s Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (Act 451 of 1994) Part 413 has been amended with changes for boaters and anglers that are in effect as of March 21, 2019. In part, the law makes it illegal to place a boat, its trailer and other equipment in the Michigan’s waters with aquatic plants attached and/or water, plants, and/or AIS remaining in the equipment.
HELP KEEP our LAKE CLEAN PACK OUT ALL TRASH ~ RETRIEVE YOUR FISHING LINES, LURES, & BOBBERS
Additional information:
Helpful Infographics on identifying invasive species
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Inspect and remove aquatic plants, animals and mud from your watercraft, trailer, water shoes and all equipment.
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Drain all water from equipment (watercraft, trailer, water shoes, and all equipment). Pull all plugs.
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Dispose of all unwanted bait and fish in the trash, NOT in the water
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Wash your watercraft and equipment with hot water or a pressure washer, prior to visiting new waters
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Dry (alternative to wash) your watercraft & all equipment thoroughly in the sun for 10 days, prior to visiting a new site