How do quagga and zebra mussels spread from an affected water body to another water body?

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.

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?

If you have a non-motorized, hand-carried boat (kayak, canoe) do you need a permit to launch on Lake Whatcom or Lake Samish?

Cleaning and drying are necessary for which of the following?

Boating is a primary pathway for the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species to and from Whatcom County lakes.