Inspectors rely on both your answers to survey questions as well as a visual and physical inspection of the watercraft to make their risk determination.

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

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.

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

By educating all Whatcom County boaters and residents, the Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Program aims to protect:

Fragrant waterlilly has been found to be growing in Lake Samish.

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