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Clean Boats Clean Waters
Clean Boats, Clean Waters reminds boaters to clean, drain and dry their equipment to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
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2016 Clean Boats Clean Waters trainings
Published on April 5, 2016
Be a volunteer hero! Help stop aquatic invasive species from invading our lakes. Aquatic invasive species (AIS) prevention is a state priority. Learn how to coordinate a local team to battle these invaders. -
Clean Boats Clean Waters training slated for 2015
Published on January 29, 2015
Stay informed, be involved. Aquatic invasive species prevention has become a priority within the state. Learn how to identify and prevent aquatic invasive species in your local lakes and streams. -
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Apply today for a Michigan Clean Boats, Clean Waters grant
Published on November 25, 2020
New funding is available for aquatic invasive species outreach to boaters. -
Clean Boats, Clean Waters program prevents spread of aquatic invasive species
Published on June 11, 2012
With more than 11,000 inland lakes in Michigan, volunteers are needed in the statewide Clean Boats, Clean Waters program to help stop the spread of aquatic invasive species from lake to lake. -
Two Clean Boats, Clean Waters leadership trainings sponsored by Mid-Michigan CISMA
Published on April 3, 2017
Clean Boats, Clean Waters and Mid-Michigan Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area collaborate to host free “Train the Trainer” programs in Ingham and Ionia counties in May. -
Michigan Clean Boats, Clean Waters Program awards $19,800 to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species
Published on February 14, 2021
Seven projects received funding to educate boaters on the importance of cleaning, draining, and drying equipment. -
Clean boats, clean waters season wrap-up
Published on November 9, 2016
Clean Boats, Clean Waters volunteer heroes compile end of season reports. 2016 season ends and 2017 planning begins. -
Aquatic invasive plants and animals hitch a ride on your boats and trailers
Published on May 1, 2014
Moving aquatic “hitchhikers” between inland lakes is the number one reason for the spread of aquatic invasive species in Michigan. MSU Extension educator joins the effort to help boaters identify hitchhikers on their boats and trailers. -
New law makes the job easier for boat inspectors
Published on March 20, 2019
New boating and fishing laws will help prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species and make boat inspection for volunteers easier at boat launch sites. -
Aquatic invasive species spread is preventable with a few simple steps
Published on June 13, 2017
Aquatic invasive species control is costly for our state but preventable through clean watercraft and water sport practices -
Asian Carp and Hydrilla are too close for comfort
Published on June 19, 2015
New infestations of Asian carp and an invasive aquatic “superweed” reported near the Great Lakes recently. Public vigilance and precautions are critical following new reports of bighead carp and Hydrilla near the Great Lakes shores. -
The Great Lakes Aquatic Invasive Species Landing Blitz is back
Published on June 24, 2020
Organizations across the Great Lakes have teamed up to remind boaters and anglers to clean, drain, and dry their equipment. -
Don’t move a mussel, or a water milfoil or any other aquatic invasive species!
Published on May 12, 2015
Michigan is gearing up once again to do battle against aquatic invaders at a lake near you. The Michigan Mobile Boat Wash project is taking reservations for 2015. -
Understanding the role of oxygen in our lakes and ponds
Published on October 23, 2017
Warm weather, fertilizers, and excessive plant growth can decrease the oxygen levels in our lakes, rivers, and ponds. -
Aquatic invasive species: fighting an ongoing threat
Published on October 23, 2017
The success of controlling aquatic invasive species is the result of a combination of agreements in the public and private sectors, and the work of a body of regulatory and voluntary efforts.
