AIS Awareness Course Exam

Question 1 of 7

The goal of the Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Program is to protect Whatcom County's natural resources, infrastructure, recreation, wildlife, and economy from the impacts of aquatic invasive species by:

Question 2 of 7

The goal of decontamination is to kill and remove all evidence of aquatic invasive species using high-pressure, hot water.

Question 3 of 7

Zebra and quagga mussels can create long-term taste and odor issues in drinking water supplies and clog water intake structures.

Question 4 of 7

Zebra and quagga mussels can attach themselves to hard surfaces but can be removed quite easily with a damp cloth.

Question 5 of 7

Aquatic invasive species can clog water intake pipes and impede the flow of water to municipal water supplies, irrigation operations, and power plants.

Question 6 of 7

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?

Question 7 of 7

If you get a wire seal attached to your boat and trailer when leaving Lake Whatcom, and then come back to Lake Whatcom another day with the tether still intact, will you need to stop at a staffed inspection station?