Recreational Boating AIS Prevention Programs

Outreach: New York

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Implementation of a state/province-wide outreach campaign

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Protect Your Waters!

Consistency of messaging with best management practices

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Clean, Drain, Dry

Ongoing, “passive” outreach resources for boaters

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Standard boat launch signs are installed at every public boat launch

Temporary, targeted outreach to boaters

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Watercraft stewards offer Clean, Drain, Dry keytainers and towels.

Outreach to associated audiences and industries

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NYS DEC staff have met with boat manufacturers to discuss designing boats that are easier to clean and have less “nooks and crannies”