Invasive plants and mussels can hitchhike on all types of boats & gear. It is important to CleanDrainDry your paddle board, canoe, kayak, fishing waders and motor boat. Inspections stations are set up in key border locations in BC to look for invasive mussels.
BC has an active prevention program that involves the Conservation Officer Service and the BC Govt. If you suspect that a boat has mussels or has come from a mussel infested lake, call the RAPP Line: 1-800-952-RAPP.