Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) in Oklahoma

Introducing non-native species into state or federally controlled waters can upset the ecosystem and hurt the environment by clogging waterways and crowding out native species. No person may transport aquatic plants between waters in Oklahoma State.

You can help prevent the introduction and spread of non-native species from one body of water to another by checking, draining, cleaning, and drying your boat and trailer.

We recommend that you follow these steps:

• Thoroughly check the boat and trailer and remove any plants or mussels.
• Drain the water from your motor, live well and bilge.
• Drain and dry the lower outboard unit.
• Thoroughly wash the hull of the watercraft, the trailer, and all equipment with high pressure hot water.
• Allow all equipment to air dry at least five days.
• Dispose of bait on land, never release live bait into a body of water.