Otter Tail County Aquatic Invasive Species Task Force
540 West Fir Avenue
Fergus Falls, Minnesota 56537
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://ottertailcountymn.us/department/aquatic-invasive-species/
Clean In Clean Out
When boating or fishing in Minnesota, protect your waters by following state aquatic invasive species laws
Remember!
- Clean all visible aquatic plants, zebra mussels, and other prohibited invasive species from watercraft, trailers, and water-related equipment before leaving any water access or shoreland.
- Drain water-related equipment (boat, ballast tanks, portable bait containers, motor) and drain bilge, livewell and baitwell by removing drain plugs before leaving a water access or shoreline property. Keep drain plugs out and water-draining devices open while transporting watercraft.
- Dispose of unwanted bait, including minnows, leeches, and worms, in the trash. It is illegal to release bait into a waterbody or release aquatic animals from one waterbody to another. If you want to keep your bait, you must refill the bait container with bottled or tap water.