WYOMING — Beginning March 1, any watercraft transported into Wyoming must undergo a mandatory inspection to look for aquatic invasive species. Inspections must be done by a certified AIS inspector prior to launching on any Wyoming waters.
“Wyoming is one of the few states left in the nation that hasn’t found the invasive zebra or quagga mussels in our waters,” said Josh Leonard, AIS coordinator. “Game and Fish is dedicated to keeping these destructive invasive species out of our state’s waters. That’s why it’s crucial that out-of-state boaters and residents who have taken their boats out of Wyoming get their watercraft inspected before launching on any Wyoming waters.”
In the Jackson area inspections are available at the WGFD Jackson Regional Office, Teton County Weed and Pest, Moose AIS Checkpoint in Grand Teton National Park and at the Moran AIS Checkpoint in Grand Teton National Park. A full list of inspection sites is available here.
Beginning in early April, Game and Fish AIS check stations across Wyoming will resume seasonal operations. All boaters must stop when coming upon an AIS inspection station.
“AIS check stations will be open and operational throughout Wyoming again this year at the borders, ports of entry and shorelines of popular boating locations,” Leonard said.
