Take The Pledge!
Each of us must take these simple actions to insure that we do not spread these destructive species.
Inspect - carefully examine all of your equipment at the end of your trip to see if there are any visible signs of unwanted material attached. This includes any types of plants or mud. If you see any sign of a problem,
Clean - first remove any visitable material by hand then use water to wash your equipment clean. It's ok to clean with water from where you are leaving as you will be leaving behind any problem that you may have picked up. However, never clean your equipment at your put in spot since you can easily be cleaning off hitchhikers that have been with you since your last trip. If you cannot clean before you leave a site make sure to clean at home where there is no chance that an invader can reach the water.
Dry - a thorough drying of your equipment will kill any live invaders you may have picked up. If you are counting on drying to eliminate any hitchhikers you must make sure that every bit of hidden moisture is gone before you can feel that you are safe
Take the pledge to Inspect, Clean and Dry after each use by filling out the form on the right. By taking the pledge you are joining a group of dedicated anglers working to keep our waters safe!
After taking the pledge you will automatically be eligible for a free subscription to the Clean Angling News, a monthly electronic newsletter that keeps you up to date on invasive species news of interest to anglers. However, to receive your subscription you must reply to the email that will be sent to you after pledging.
Thank You for showing your commitment to preserving our healthy waters for future generations. By taking the Clean Angling Pledge and following the steps of Inspect, Clean and Dry you will reduce the chance that you could be carrying the destructive invaders that we all want to avoid.