A. Motorized watercraft registered in Wyoming = $10 AIS decal Motorized watercraft registered in any other state = $30 AIS decal Non-motorized watercraft owned by a Wyoming resident = $5 AIS decal Non-motorized watercraft owned by a non resident = $15 AIS decal Non-motorized inflatable watercraft 10 feet in length or less are exempt from the decal requirement.

A. Watercraft are the primary means that AIS, especially zebra and quagga mussels, are transported and therefore are the greatest risk for spreading AIS to and within Wyoming. We do not yet have any confirmed waters with invasive mussels, but waters could have mussels in them before we can detect them. So, all watercraft present a risk for transporting AIS. It is very important for all boaters, even those only boating in Wyoming, to follow the Drain, Clean, and Dry protocol. In addition, legislative appropriations in general fund monies help fund AIS prevention activities-this money is paid by all Wyoming residents to help protect our waters.

A. These watercraft present a very low risk for transporting AIS because they typically do not hold or transport water, do not have hard surfaces for quagga and zebra mussels to attach to, and are not moored in the water long enough for quagga and zebra mussels to attach.

A. Owners or operators of motorized watercraft required to purchase an Aquatic Invasive Species Program Decal shall display the decal on the starboard (right) side of the bow six (6) inches left of and directly in line with the watercraft registration decal. Non-motorized watercraft owners or operators shall display the decal on the bow in such a manner that the decal shall be visible when the watercraft is underway. Only the Aquatic Invasive Species Program Decal which is currently valid shall be displayed.

A. No, an AIS decal is not proof a watercraft has been inspected. The AIS decal is a funding mechanism for the AIS program.

A. No, current year AIS decals are the same color as Wyoming watercraft registration decals.

A. Yes, each AIS decal will specify if it is for motorized/non-motorized as well as resident/nonresident. These various classifications will be printed on each AIS decal.

A. AIS decals are available on the WGFD website and from automated license selling agents across Wyoming. When purchasing the decal, either on the WGFD website or at a license agent, you will be given a receipt that will allow you to launch your watercraft in Wyoming for 10 business days. A permanent decal will be mailed to you within 10 business days.

A. If you lose a decal, you will be required to purchase a new decal. Duplicate decals will not be available.

A. AIS decals are valid for the calendar year.

A. You are required to have a current years AIS decal on your watercraft before launching on or entering into Wyoming waters.

A. Yes, Wyoming Game and Fish Department Commission regulations require that all watercraft must have an AIS decal, prior to launching on or entering into the waters of the State. Watercraft which are non-motorized inflatable and 10 feet in length or less are exempt from the AIS decal provision.

A. No, the AIS decal remains attached to the watercraft and is valid for the remainder of the calendar year.

A. No, you do not need a decal to boat on these waters. The State of Wyoming does not have jurisdiction in those areas. Please contact the appropriate authority in those areas for rules and regulations pertaining to those waters.

A. Yes, once you enter the waters of Wyoming you will need a decal and all applicable AIS rules and regulations will apply. For instance, if you launch your watercraft in another state and boat into Wyoming, you will need a Wyoming Aquatic Invasive Species decal once you enter the Wyoming portion of that water.

A. No, water sport toys are exempt from the decal requirement and are defined as "a sailboard, float tube, kite board or any aid to swimming or fishing that is not designed primarily for navigation". See the Decal Requirements Guide for more information.