Tweet SPOKANE – “Puddles,” Washington State’s first mussel detection dog, proved this holiday weekend that a canine partner is invaluable in the fight against Aquatic Invasive Species. While working the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) boat check station … Continue reading →
Tweet The gates at the Mossy Point and Rogers Rock Boat Launches on Lake George will be closed overnight this boating season as part of the Lake George Park Commission’s (LGPC) Boat Inspection Program and DEC’s efforts to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive … Continue reading →
Tweet When spring is in the air, snowmelt creates high water in our streams and rivers. You might want to get out there in your boat, but high water can be deadly when conditions are too extreme for safe boating. … Continue reading →
Tweet As more people get out on the water, the potential to spread aquatic invasive species increases. The DNR reminds boaters and others enjoying the water to get rid of aquatic hitchhikers by cleaning, draining, and drying their watercraft once … Continue reading →
Tweet MAYFLOWER — Despite the challenges of social distancing and rough spring weather conditions, contractors and Arkansas Game and Fish Commission staff completed the first boat lane renovation planned for Craig D. Campbell Lake Conway Reservoir last week. The … Continue reading →
TweetClean, drain, dispose every time This weekend’s fishing opener comes with a reminder to always follow Minnesota’s laws to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Along with taking care to follow social distancing guidelines while fishing and boating, the … Continue reading →
Tweet LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission and its partners in safe boating throughout the nation encourage everyone to help spread awareness of life jacket by wearing their life jacket to work May 15. “Wear Your … Continue reading →
Tweet Anglers urged to follow new “close to home” guidelines to minimize potential virus transmission The Department of Natural Resources is advising the public that, while most of its 1,700 statewide public water accesses have undergone basic safety maintenance, docks … Continue reading →
TweetDWR Director Mike Fowlks issued a repeal of the April 1 Special Order, officially putting into effect the reinstated inspections and decontaminations described below. SALT LAKE CITY — After temporarily suspending professional, hot water decontaminations at Lake Powell due to COVID-19 concerns and … Continue reading →
Tweet The Wyoming Game and Fish Department aquatic invasive species (AIS) inspection stations are resuming seasonal operations across the state. All boaters must stop when coming upon an AIS inspection station, and should expect new protocols at checkstations due to … Continue reading →
Tweet Gov. Henry McMaster’s Office has issued a revision to Executive Order 2020-16, Section 1(C) that reopens public boat landings and ramps in South Carolina for the purpose of launching or retrieving a boat beginning at 12 p.m. on Friday, … Continue reading →
TweetSALT LAKE CITY — The Glen Canyon National Recreation Area implemented a temporary boat ramp closure at Lake Powell on Monday, but boaters who left Lake Powell between April 1–6 will need to allow for a mandatory 30-day dry period before launching at … Continue reading →
Tweet Laramie Region personnel installed boat docks at several lakes and reservoirs in southeast Wyoming, including Wheatland Reservoir No. 1, Grayrocks Reservoir, and the Laramie Plains lakes. The remaining docks will be installed as conditions allow. … Continue reading →
Tweet> Wisconsin’s Water Recreation Enthusiasts Should Honor Laws Of Appropriate State Michigan’s “Stay Home, Stay Safe” Executive Order prohibits the use of a motorboat, jet ski or similar watercraft in Michigan waters, including Wisconsin boundary waters. / Photo Credit: … Continue reading →
TweetBoat Launches Are Becoming Available Across the State to Access Great Fishing or Enjoying a Day on the Water Boaters and Anglers Encouraged to Use Boat Launches Safely and Responsibly, Recreate Locally, and Practice Social Distancing to Prevent Community Spread … Continue reading →
Tweet LITTLE ROCK — Kalkomey, the online source for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Hunter and Boating Education programs, is offering a special 25 percent discount on online courses for Hunter Education and Boating Education certification for two … Continue reading →
Tweet FWC to boaters: Slow down to save manatees. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding boaters and personal watercraft operators to slow down and keep a keen eye out for manatees as they enjoy Florida’s waterways … Continue reading →
Tweet Trout season is On! April 1st marks the opening day of trout season in New York. Exceptional opportunities to catch many different species, both wild and stocked, await anglers. Check out the helpful resources below to better plan your next fishing trip. … Continue reading →
Tweet BRUNSWICK, Ga. – Federal, state, and local partners last week enhanced the fixed and floating docks at Fort Pulaski’s Lazaretto Creek Boat Ramp in Chatham County. Lazaretto Creek boat ramp on the south side of U.S. Highway 80 was … Continue reading →
Tweett’s easy to understand why Michigan is known as the Great Lakes State. Michigan not only boasts the longest U.S. freshwater coastline, but it’s home to 82 state-sponsored harbors and endless fishing opportunities. Planning your day or overnight trip is … Continue reading →
