April 6, 2023 at 3:52 p.m.

Clean Boats, Clean Waters virtual trainings offered in the Northwoods


With the growing concern of aquatic invasive species (AIS) threatening the health of our Northwoods water resources, many lake residents and other concerned citizens are looking for ways to protect the lakes they love. Since 2004, the Clean Boats, Clean Waters (CBCW) Watercraft Inspection program has provided an effective, easy, and indispensable method for trained watercraft inspectors to help prevent the spread of AIS at the landings.

Through the CBCW program, inspectors check boats and trailers for AIS before boaters launch and before they leave a waterbody. Inspectors also teach boaters, anglers, and water enthusiasts how and where AIS are most likely to hitch a ride into new waters and the steps to prevent the spread of AIS.

"If you would like to become a watercraft inspector, or need a refresher before the opening of fishing season, a free CBCW training can show you how," The Oneida County Land & Water Conservation Department stated in a press release.

The department's Aquatic Invasive Species Program in partnership with Vilas County Land & Water Conservation, Lincoln County Land Services, and FLOW AIS (Forest, Langlade, Marinette and Oconto Waterways) are hosting two virtual trainings for new and seasoned watercraft inspectors throughout the Northwoods.

• Friday, April 28, 2023, 1 to 3 p.m. Register in advance for this Zoom meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIqd-2vqjwoGdUt7nGb-Q2u789HZVY1T1mh

• Monday, May 1, 2023, 1 to 3 p.m. Register in advance for this Zoom meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZModeCtqT4qEtPYf2NYcFU0L-ZhKHlPI94A

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you are unable to open the link, please contact your county representative for assistance: Cathy Higley, Vilas County, [email protected], 715-479- 3738; Stephanie Boismenue, Oneida County, [email protected], 715-369-7835; Tom Boisvert, Lincoln County, [email protected], 715-539-1054; Derek Thorn, Forest, Langlade, Oconto & Marinette Co., [email protected], 715-490-3325.

In-person CBCW trainings are also available. Contact your county representative above for more information.

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