CSKT NRD Aquatic Invasive Species

08/10/2024

Today is the last day of Watercraft Inspector Appreciation Week. Don't forget to thank them for their hard work and dedication for keeping our waters clean.

08/08/2024

08/02/2024

August 4th-10th will be the 4th Annual Watercraft Inspector Appreciation Week!

Don't forget to give them a friendly honk as you drive-by.

Remember to always be Clean, Drain, Dry!

03/14/2024

🎣Fish on🎣
Tomorrow is the first day to participate in The Spring Mack Days on the Flathead Lake!!!

Reminders for fisherman:

Requirement to certify your boat as mussel-free to participate in Mack Days.
All watercraft entering the state of Montana crossing west over the Continental Divide into the Columbia River Basin must have proof of inspection from an authorized inspector before participation in the contest.

Vessels and equipment traveling into the Flathead Basin that have been used on waters outside of the Flathead Basin must be inspected at a department inspection station prior to launching within the Flathead Basin.

Fish entries will not be accepted from anglers fishing from un-certified boats. If during the event, a boat is taken out of the Flathead Basin, it is required to be re-inspected before re-entering the contest.

The best defense is always CLEAN, DRAIN, AND DRY when moving your boat and trailer to any area INCLUDING all equipment, lines, anchors, live wells, etc.

03/07/2024

It is that time of the year again. Watercraft Inspection Stations throughout Montana are opening back up again this Saturday.

Ravalli hours of operation will be 7:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m 7 days a week.

Remember boaters:
All watercraft coming into Montana from out of state must be inspected prior to launching.

All watercraft traveling west across the Continental Divide into the Columbia River Basin must be inspected prior to launching.

All watercraft entering the Flathead Basin must be inspected prior to launching.

Anyone transporting watercraft must stop at all open watercraft inspection stations they encounter.

And all boaters are reminded to always clean drain and dry their boat, live wells, anchors, boots and gear when leaving the water.

02/27/2024

NATIONAL INVASIVE SPECIES AWARENESS WEEK!

08/12/2023

Our 3rd Annual Inspector Appreciation BBQ was another success! A huge shout out to our Watercraft Inspectors for protecting our waters! You guys are the best at what you do, and thanks for all the hard work and dedication.

We'd also like to thank Brian Lipscomb the CEO of Energy Keepers, Inc. for coming out and visiting with our Inspectors.

As always, honk and wave! Enjoy your weekend, and please Clean, Drain, Dry, and stay safe. ⛵️🛶🚤

08/09/2023

Hello everyone! This week is our Watercraft Inspector Appreciation Week. We like to highlight our fellow Watercraft Inspectors for preventing new AIS introductions. These workers are dedicated to protecting our waters for today's enjoyment and for the future use.

Give a honk and a wave! :)

05/04/2023

Mussel Walk #2 was a success.

Debra Thirmenstein and her mussel sniffing dogs are always a special treat to have around.

Ismay is rearing to go and excited to show off her skills. She is one of Deb's talenred dogs. Here you can see one way she trains her dogs to detect mussels. In the cement block she has hidden mussels and it is up to Ismay to find it. 😁

03/22/2023

This past Sunday, Anaconda intercepted the 1st mussel fouled boat of the season. Way to go inspectors!!

Please remember to stop at all Watercraft Inspection Stations as you drive by them and always be Clean, Drain, Dry!

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks officials intercepted the first mussel-fouled boat of the season.Officials caught the boat after it went through a checkpoint i