Waterfowl Hunters Reminded of ANS Regulations

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Waterfowl hunters are reminded to do their part in preventing the spread of aquatic nuisance species into or within North Dakota.

In fact, waterfowl hunters and late-season anglers traveling near Devils Lake are encouraged to stop by an ANS inspection site at Cenex West.

The Devils Lake Chamber and Cenex West are operating a boat inspection site. Inspections focus on aquatic vegetation in or on the boat, including any equipment and in livewells, and drained/dry livewells and bilges. Boats with problems are provided use of a power washer and an area for cleaning.

Waterfowl hunters must clean boats, decoys, waders and other hunting equipment before leaving a water body. Hunters must also drain water from all hunting equipment prior to leaving the water, and are encouraged to brush their hunting dogs free of mud and seeds.

Cattails, phragmites, bulrushes and terrestrial plants may be transported as camouflage on boats. All other aquatic vegetation must be cleaned from boats prior to transportation into or within North Dakota.

Detailed ANS information and prevention regulations can be found in the 2008-10 North Dakota Fishing Guide, or by accessing the Game and Fish Department website at gf.nd.gov.

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