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:

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

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

People who live on Lake Whatcom or Lake Samish and keep their boat on the lake and never take it anywhere else do not need to buy an AIS Permit or to get their watercraft inspected.

Eurasian watermilfoil has NOT been found growing in any lake in Whatcom County.

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