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

Zebra and Quagga mussels are already present in Whatcom County lakes?

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

Boating is a primary pathway for the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species to and from Whatcom County lakes.

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.

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.