By educating all Whatcom County boaters and residents, the Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Program aims to protect:

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

Do you need to purchase an AIS permit at the beginning of each year's boating season?

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.