Join In: Take The Pledge
All of the waters that we depend on to support our fishing and boating are being threatened by invasive species that have the potential to devastate the natural habitats. These invaders are often inadvertently spread by anglers and boaters who are carrying unwanted hitchhikers to their favorite waters.
We must all take these simple actions to stop the spread of destructive invasive 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 you gear.
- CLEAN - first remove any visible material by hand then use water to wash your equipment clean. It's ok to clean with water from where you are leaving because 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
Fill out the form to the left and pledge to inspect, clean, and dry your gear after each use. By taking the pledge, you are joining a group of dedicated anglers working to keep our waters safe! Plus, 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. To receive your subscription, you must reply to the email that will be sent to you automatically after pledging.
Help keep Cleanangling.org on the job
DONATE: think about our goals, remember your last angling adventure, then consider supporting Cleanangling.org. Use our handy donation form and be generous!
BUY: try our great merchandise. We've got caps, t-shirts, shirts, mugs, and more. Bring our logo into your world and show others that you care about your favorite waters. Think of others, too, and send your friends and fellow anglers some gifts that show your - and their - support for clean angling.
Thanks!
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 destructive invaders that we all want to avoid.