Protect Your Waters

Prevent the transport of Zebra Mussels, Eurasian Watermilfoil and other aquatic invasive species (AIS).

Invasive species are species that are not native to Minnesota and cause economic or environmental harm or harm to human health.

Minnesota waters are threatened by aquatic invasive species. It is illegal to transport any aquatic plants, zebra mussels, New Zealand mudsnails or other prohibited invasive species, or to launch a boat or trailer with these species attached.

 

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Asian Carp

Laws and regulations


DNR News

06/03/2013: DNR encourages lake service providers to register for aquatic invasive species decontamination training Full story

05/30/2013: Zebra mussels found in Sand Lake, Little Sand Lake in northern Itasca County Full story

05/21/2013: Threat of aquatic invasive species re-emerges with boating season Full story

05/14/2013: Grass carp near Sartell is northernmost find for Asian carp Full story

Note: Rules decal no longer required on watercraft.

 

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Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers

movie icon PSA: Clean, Drain, Dry
(29 seconds)

DNR using dogs to detect zebra mussels

movie icon In the news: DNR using dogs to detect zebra mussels
(2 minutes)

Aquatic Invasive Species - Minnesota Waters At Risk

movie icon Documentary: Aquatic Invasive Species - Minnesota Waters At Risk
(25 minutes)


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Invasive Species 2013 Calendar cover

2013 Annual Report pdf

 

 

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AIS DVD

DVD

To request a free copy of the documentary program, Aquatic Invasive Species: Minnesota Waters at Risk.