The trainings include information on basic biology of invasive species, the impacts of AIS, transport vectors and distribution of AIS. It includes classroom instruction, question-and-answer session and a hands-on watercraft inspection exercise. The trainings are free and open to anyone.
Aquatic invasive species can be aquatic animals such as zebra and quagga mussels or rusty crayfish, or aquatic vegetation such as hydrilla.
“Aquatic invasive species can have far-reaching impacts on Wyoming water resources for agriculture, municipalities and wildlife. Many of these invasive species significantly change ecosystems, negatively affecting native species and our highly-prized fisheries,” said Josh Leonard, Game and Fish aquatic invasive species coordinator. “Educating members of the public about AIS and inspection techniques along with how to properly, Clean, Drain and Dry their boats, is critical in the fight to prevent the spread of AIS to Wyoming.”
Trainings are offered as a one-day course from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. throughout the spring at statewide locations. The registration deadline is one week prior to the class start date. The public can register online. The trainings will be offered on the following dates:
| Date | City | Location |
| March 18 | Logan, Utah | Cache Anglers Boy Scout Building |
| March 24 | Sheridan | Sheridan Game and Fish Regional Office |
| April 8 | Cody | Cody Game and Fish Regional Office |
| April 15 | Lander | Lander Game and Fish Regional Office |
| April 15 | Green River | Green River Game and Fish Regional Office |
| April 22 | Casper | Casper Game and Fish Regional Office |
| April 29 | Laramie | Laramie Game and Fish Regional Office |
| May 13 | Evanston | Patterson Building |
| June 4 | Pinedale | Pinedale Game and Fish Regional Office |
| June 9 | Jackson | Jackson Game and Fish Regional Office |
For more information contact Josh Leonard at joshua.leonard@wyo.gov.
