Help stop the spread of invasives [UPDATED]

Published 8:35am Tuesday, June 12, 2012 Updated 11:37am Tuesday, June 12, 2012

The key steps are to clean, drain, and dry boats and equipment:paused

• Clean all aquatic plants, zebra mussels, snails, spiny waterfleas and mud from boats, trailers and equipment before leaving the water access.

• Drain water from bilges, live wells and bait containers before leaving the water access.

• Dry boats and equipment for five days, or spray with high pressure and hot water before transporting to another water body.

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