What are the three important steps for preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species that should be done every time you go boating?

Aquatic invasive species can make shoreline areas hazardous and uninviting for recreational users and waterfront property owners.

Zebra and quagga mussels impact recreational opportunities by:

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

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

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