Arm Yourself With Key Information About Invasive Species

Invasive Species

June 19, 2016

No matter what your summer pastime of choice, you can make a different in preventing the spread of invasive species. Protect your favourite hobby by arming yourself with information.

Boaters can bring the heat as well! Some aquatic invasive species can survive up to two weeks out of the water. Be sure to decontaminate watercraft and aquatic equipment by rinsing the entire surface with hot water.

Download an Invasive Species Fact Sheet

https://www.ontario.ca/page/invasive-species-ontario

 

Related Articles

Video Gallery

Jeanneau Yachts 55

Throw away the box, this is some fresh thinking

Seemingly part sailboat and part spaceship, the new Jeanneau Yachts 55 just busted through the boundaries of traditional yacht design. I couldn’t take my eyes off the bubble hardtop that met me at the dock and I stepped aboard with trepidation. A few hours later, I was planning how to spend my not-yet-won lottery winnings.

Read More

Destinations

Paving the Way to Cleaner Boating – How a Commitment to Reducing our Environmental Impact is Inspiring Cleaner Boating in Ontario

By Dave Rozycki

Over the past seven decades, Ontario’s marina industry has developed alongside some of Canada’s largest freshwater lakes. Boaters have been able to enjoy the beautiful scenery and create lasting memories on the water, with certain marinas dating back to the 1960s. As we reflect on this rich history, we can begin to see trends in how our footprint may have had an effect on the environment, in not-so-positive ways. However, by embracing innovative solutions and adopting sustainable practices, both marinas and boaters hold the key to preserving and enhancing the quality of our lakes and marine life for generations to come.

Read More

Lifestyle