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Invasive Species
Prevention, identification and local action to keep invasive plants and animals out of our lakes.
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CLEAN, DRAIN and DRY Your Boat
August 28, 2023Invasive species like zebra mussels and spiny water flea travel on boats — even between neighbouring lakes in our own watershed. Cleaning, draining and drying your boat is the single best defence, and since 2022 it’s…
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June 28, 2021Moving boats from one lake to another can spread invasive plant and animal species that harm our lake ecosystems and reduce our enjoyment of recreational activities. For example, the thick mats created by invasive plant…
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