Protect Minnesota’s waters by following state aquatic invasive species laws
Designated infested waters list »
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1. Clean visible aquatic plants, zebra mussels and other prohibited species from watercraft, trailers, and equipment before transporting from any water access. |
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2. Drain water from bilge, livewell, motor, ballast tanks, and portable bait containers before leaving water accesses or shoreline property. Keep drain plug out and water-draining devices open while transporting watercraft. Q&A – Boat draining, drain plugs, and bait container draining (PDF) |
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3. Dump unwanted bait in the trash. |
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1. To remove or kill hard-to-see aquatic invasive species before moving to other water bodies the following is advised: Spray with high-pressure water and rinse with very hot water and/or Dry boats and water-related equipment for at least five days
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2. Report new sightings of aquatic invasive species. If you suspect a new infestation of an invasive plant or animal, save a specimen and report it to a local natural resource office. |
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3. Decal no longer required on watercraft. |
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