Aquatic Invasive Species
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Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants and animals that occur in waters in which they are not native
and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental damage or harm to
human health. AIS have a negative impact on the waterway, its native species, and recreational and
commercial uses of the waterway. As responsible boaters and citizens, each boat owner should do their
part to prevent the spread of these aquatic hitchhikers. In many cases, it is also required by law. Check
local regulations for any waterway where you will boat. After each boating trip, follow these three
simple steps before you leave the water access to stop the spread of AIS: Clean, Drain, and Dry. This is
the boater’s way to help protect the environment from the damage that AIS can cause.
PATHWAYS OF AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES
We are living in a very different era where goods, people and services are being shipped around the
world. Because of this globalized economy, different species are hitchhiking through many different
pathways. Species can be moved to new locations in many ways, and most are a result of human
activity, including recreational activities. Some common ways that species may be moved during
recreational boating and other activities include:
•
Attaching to watercraft, trailers, motor and fishing gear.
•
Transport by water ballast water, bilge, and other water containing devices.
•
Dumping of unwanted live bait.
•
Tangled in fishing lines and downrigger cables
•
Sticking to the soles of waders
•
Trapped in mud on a dog’s paws
Just one organism, or in some case a piece of a plant, is enough to start a new invasion.
Summary of Contents for S428 SPORT
Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL DECEMBER 2020...
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Page 4: ...Operator Notes...
Page 6: ...Safety Information Operator Notes...
Page 22: ...Safety Labels 16 Operator Notes...
Page 28: ...General Information 22 Operator Notes...
Page 44: ...Fuel Systems 3 6 Operator Notes...
Page 47: ...Electrical Systems 4 3 Main DC Distribution Panel DC MDP...
Page 52: ...Electrical Systems 4 8 WASHDOWN...
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Page 120: ...Routine Maintenance 11 8 Operator Notes...
Page 126: ...Seasonal Maintenance 12 6 Operator Notes...
Page 134: ...Maintenance Schedule B 2 Date Hours Dealer Service Repairs...
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Page 137: ...Boating Accident Report C 1...
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