Traveling with plants attached to your boat/trailer in Washington State is:
Fragrant waterlilly has been found to be growing in Lake Samish.
Eurasian watermilfoil has NOT been found growing in any lake in Whatcom County.
Adult quagga and zebra mussels can survive out of the water for up to 30 days.
Aquatic invasive species can cause long-term taste and odor issues in drinking water supplies.
Boating is a primary pathway for the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species to and from Whatcom County lakes.
Aquatic invasive species can clog water intake pipes and impede the flow of water to municipal water supplies, irrigation operations, and power plants.
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