Boating, fishing outreach events to mark Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week June 29-July 5
From: Michigan Dept. of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has issued a proclamation to mark Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Awareness Week, June 29-July 5, raising awareness about the importance of stopping the spread of invasive aquatic plants and organisms.
Over 50 boat landing events are planned across the state to mark this year’s AIS Awareness Week. Public awareness about the impacts of harmful, nonnative aquatic plants and animals is critical to protecting Michigan’s ecosystems, tourism, and economy.
The boat landing events are part of the 12th Annual AIS Landing Blitz in which local partners such as lake associations and Cooperative Invasive Species Management Areas (CISMA) give boaters and anglers tips to prevent the spread of invasive species and comply with laws for recreational boating. Similar AIS Landing Blitz events will be held in each of the Great Lakes states and Canadian provinces.