Invasive Species
The Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC) has this useful Identification Guide for AIS.
Watercraft Inspection Program and Watercraft Decontamination Program
The MN DNR manages the Watercraft Inspection Program that inspects our boats at the ramp and provides education to people entering the lake regarding the threat of aquatic invasive species (AIS). They also have launched a Watercraft Decontamination Program, which uses portable, self contained, high pressure, high heat wash units that allows them to decontaminate watercraft at the public water access points without allowing any of the wash water to run off. Use the links below to learn about these programs and to see where there will be a portable unit near you on any given date!