Do your part, CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY, DISPOSE!
Since 2021, MLR’s Stop Starry Stonewort program has installed 34 CD3 stations on lakes where preventing spread is crucial for protecting and preserving aquatic ecosystems and recreational value of Minnesota’s natural waters.
These stations remove 95% of aquatic plant surrogates from boats, trailers, and gear in just 7 minutes using vacuums.
The Check-In–Check-Out Tool guides users through each step of cleaning. The process helps boaters comply with Minnesota invasive species transport laws.
Find a Stop Starry Stonewort Station Near You:
Funded by the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund
This program is developed, implemented, and evaluated with civic leaders in regional pilots dedicated to facilitating discussion and partnership between professionals, officials, and citizens who monitor, prevent, and manage aquatic invasive species in Minnesota.
Interested in joining the conversation? Stop Starry Stonewort Program Lead Organizer: Sami Selter (sami@mnlakesandrivers.org)
ENTRF Grant Manager: Jeff Forester (jeff@mnlakesandrivers.org)