If you are taking your dock, boat and lifts out of the water, be aware there are laws pertaining to the aquatic nuisance species that might have decided to hitch a ride.
In this podcast:
Steve Chihak, MN DNR Conservation Officer, explains how they zebra mussels “swim” and what regulations exist to help the spread.
For instance, a boat lift, dock, swim raft, or associated equipment that has been removed from any water body may not be placed in another water body until a minimum of 21 days have passed.
For all the rules and regulations,
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Need to contact someone about finding aquatic nuisance species?
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The DNR says zebra mussels eat up much of the food and habitat for native species. They can damage boat motors and hurt the feet of swimmers.
