Aquatic Invasive Species are organisms that are not native to their current location. Some examples include plants, animals, insects, or other things such as bacteria. When AIS enters the new environment it can harm the ecosystem. We are here to help! Below you will find information about AIS in the area, what to do if you find it and how to inspect and decontaminate your equipment. With the proper measures, we can keep our lakes safe and clean!
Learn more about how to identify AIS in the Alex Area Lakes. >
Learn more about what you can do to help control AIS. >
Suspect AIS? Report it here. >
Learn more about AIS laws. >
MN Sea Grant Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC) Minnesota Lakes and Rivers Advocates
2023 Douglas County AIS Report 2023 Douglas County AIS Report Summary 2023 Douglas County Invasive Aquatic Plant Surveys Report Douglas County AIS Prevention Plan Douglas County Veliger Density Study 2022 Douglas County Invasive Aquatic Plant Surveys Report 2019-2021 Douglas County Aquatic Plant Surveys Summary
Local Prevention Aid 2024 Douglas County Invasive Aquatic Plant Control Grant Application 2024 Douglas County Application for Additional Watercraft Inspection Hours
Looking for ways to keep the Alex Area Lakes clean and healthy? Join our group of volunteer scientists to help identify and report AIS. All are welcome!