Eurasian watermilfoil has NOT been found growing in any lake in Whatcom County.
Quagga and zebra mussels came to North America in the ballast tanks and on the anchor chains of large, transoceanic ships that entered the Great Lakes.
Fragrant waterlilly has been found to be growing in Lake Samish.
Do you need to purchase an AIS permit at the beginning of each year's boating season?
Boating is a primary pathway for the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species to and from Whatcom County lakes.
Inspectors will ask you where and when your watercraft was last used.
A prevention program can help stop aquatic invasive species from being introduced.
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