NELSON LAKE ASSOCIATION: Nelson Lake AIS Education Project

Nelson Lake in cooperation Sawyer County (AIS Coordinator) will implement an AIS prevention strategy. The goal is to educate people who use the lake about the problem of AIS and how to prevent the spread and prevent any introductions into Nelson Lake.

Project goals includes: 1) Continue the AIS lake monitoring program that was implemented in 2007; 2) Recruit and train new and replacement volunteers on monitoring procedure and AIS identification. Training will be made available to anyone interested; 3) Produce laminated key chains that will be distributed in the region; 4) Expand the Clean Boat/Clean Water Program that was implemented in 2007; 5) Maintain signage and kiosks that were installed in prior years on the highways and boat landings; 6) Install signs at the exit of the public boat landings to remind boaters to clean their boats, remove plants, and drain all water.

Activities

• Install Kiosk or Sign
• Watercraft Inspections Clean Boats, Clean Waters
• Educate and engage residents

People/Organizations Involved

• Nelson Lake Association