Invading Species Awareness Program
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In 1992, the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters, in partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, established the Invading Species Awareness Program in order to address the increasing threats posed by invasive species in Ontario. Our objectives are to generate education and awareness of aquatic and terrestrial invasive species, address key pathways contributing to
06/18/2026
Clean, Drain, Dry your watercraft!
Invasive species, like zebra mussels and Eurasian watermilfoil, can hide on your boat, trailer, and equipment – spreading silently between waterbodies.
Remember to:
✅Clean off all plants, mud, and debris from your boat, trailer, and equipment.
✅Drain all water before leaving the launch and leave the plug out of your watercraft while travelling.
✅Dry everything completely before entering a new waterbody.
These three simple steps can stop aquatic hitchhikers and protect your favorite lakes for future generations. Let’s keep our waters clean and invasive-free!
06/11/2026
These invasive species are lying to you! Turns out, their names aren’t always telling the whole truth, but their impacts on our ecosystems definitely are. 🫣
What other deceptive invasive species names did we miss?
To learn about how these invasive species (and others!) are affecting Ontario, visit our website at www.invadingspecies.com.
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4601 Guthrie Drive
Peterborough, ON
K9J8L5
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
