Golden mussels threaten Oregon waterways; boaters must stop at watercraft inspection stations, reminds ODFW - Elkhorn Media Group

Boat Stewards to Conduct Watercraft Inspections Statewide Beginning Memorial Day Weekend

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Golden Mussels Found During Boat Inspection at Thermalito Forebay

The Department of Water Resources’ (DWR) newly implemented invasive mussel inspection program for State Water Project (SWP) facilities in Oroville uncovered golden mussels attached to a pontoon boat late Wednesday afternoon in Butte County. Staff immediately contacted the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) for further inspection and decontamination. The vessel will not be […] The post Golden Mussels Found During Boat Inspection at…

Golden mussels threaten Oregon waterways; boaters must stop at watercraft inspection stations, reminds ODFW - Elkhorn Media Group

EASTERN OREGON – (Release from the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife) The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is ramping up its efforts to protect the state’s lakes, rivers, and streams from aquatic invasive species. Seasonal boat inspection stations are now open, and roving crews will be out this year at boat ramps offering watercraft inspections and decontamination. Even though Oregon agencies have not detected the presence of i…