Mussels are a "SKIFF-TRANSMITTED DISEASE" (STD), and they're a threat to Utah lakes. They’re so small, they could be hitching a ride on your boat without you even knowing it. They’re dangerous and they’re damaging. That’s why it’s so important to prevent spreading them to other Utah lakes.
The Damage
Mussel infestationsin Utah lakes can:

DESTROY
FISHERIES
FISHERIES

POLLUTE SHORELINE
AND BEACHES
AND BEACHES

DAMAGE BOATS
AND EQUIPMENT
AND EQUIPMENT

COST MILLIONS
TO CONTROL
TO CONTROL
The Culprit

INVASIVE MUSSELS
Mussels form dense, destructive colonies that encrust almost any underwater surface. Newly hatched mussels (called veligers) are microscopic. Veligers can easily be transferred to other waters without boat owners even knowing.




*(actual veliger)
The Infestation

FULL YEAR CERTIFICATION

Each time you visit a Utah lake, you'll be asked to complete a Decontamination Certification Form. Or, take our free online course and become certified for the whole year.
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