Aquatic invasive species are non-native plants and animals that threaten native plants, wildlife, and their habitat. They also affect humans by degrading boating and fishing areas and reducing lake shore property values and tourism. Once established, eradication is difficult, if at all possible.
You can help prevent the introduction of new invasive species into Long Lake and other local waterways by making sure you clean, drain, and dryall boating, fishing, and other recreational equipment before you use it in a body of water.
In July 2019, the DNR-PRD sampled 157 state-owned boating access sites throughout Michigan for 10 aquatic invasive species. The results from this project will guide future decisions about the management of boating access sites, which the DNR is legally responsible to provide for Michigan’s citizens. Read the Full Report here:
Some key findings from the report regarding invasive species in
Michigan waterways
For more information about preventing the spread of AIS spread prevention efforts to protect our lake and detailed decontamination procedures, check out this Michigan EGLE video here:
Some handy tips on cleaning your boat and what to look for, courtesy of the Lake George Association. here:
Aquatic invasive species are non-native plants and animals that threaten native plants, wildlife, and their habitat. They also affect humans by degrading boating and fishing areas and reducing lake shore property values and tourism. Once established, eradication is difficult, if at all possible.
You can help prevent the introduction of new invasive species into Long Lake and other local waterways by making sure you clean, drain, and dryall boating, fishing, and other recreational equipment before you use it in a body of water.
In July 2019, the DNR-PRD sampled 157 state-owned boating access sites throughout Michigan for 10 aquatic invasive species. The results from this project will guide future decisions about the management of boating access sites, which the DNR is legally responsible to provide for Michigan’s citizens. Read the Full Report here:
Some key findings from the report regarding invasive species in
Michigan waterways
For more information about preventing the spread of AIS spread prevention efforts to protect our lake and detailed decontamination procedures, check out this Michigan EGLE video here:
