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

All of our education and outreach efforts are designed to help the public to understand the threat that invasive species pose to Whatcom County waters and steps they can take to help prevent their spread.

A prevention program can help stop aquatic invasive species from being introduced.

Zebra and quagga mussels impact recreational opportunities by:

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

Inspectors will ask you where and when your watercraft was last used.