Get ready to hit the water! 2026 Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) permits are on sale for Whatcom County lakes. Inspection stations will open on Saturday, April 25, but all boats, canoes, and kayaks are required to have a valid permit any time they launch or operate on Lake Whatcom or Lake Samish.

You can buy your permit online or at one of our local check stations when they open. Get $10 off your annual permit and learn more about ways to prevent the spread of invasive species by taking the AIS Awareness Course today.

For additional questions or to schedule an inspection on-site, please call the AIS Program hotline at (360) 778-7975.