People who live on Lake Whatcom or Lake Samish and keep their boat on the lake and never take it anywhere else do not need to buy an AIS Permit or to get their watercraft inspected.

Zebra and quagga mussels attach themselves to hard surfaces tightly like superglue and are very difficult to remove without high pressure, hot water.

Fragrant waterlilly has been found to be growing in Lake Samish.

What are the three important steps for preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species that should be done every time you go boating?

You decide to take your boat from Lake Samish to Lake Terrell. How can you help prevent the spread of Asian clams between these two lakes?

Aquatic invasive species can make shoreline areas hazardous and uninviting for recreational users and waterfront property owners.