Information on aquatic invasive species was provided to the Great Lakes Captain's Association at their Industry Days conference held in Traverse City, Michigan in January.

On January 17, Anjanette Bowen of the Alpena National Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office (NFWCO) presented information on Aquatic Invasive Species at the Great Lakes Captain's Association's annual "Industry Days" conference held in Traverse City, Mich.

Bowen provided a PowerPoint presentation on problems associated with some invasive species currently found in the Great Lakes. She also provided information on Asian Carp, carp species that are not found in the Great Lakes but are within 50 miles of entering the system via the Mississippi and Illinois River systems. Information on the Chicago Shipping and Sanitary Canal Dispersal Barrier Project in Illinois was provided as well. Approximately 150 people attended the event.