Invasive Species Hit Squad

Boaters appear to be getting the message about the impact invasive species can have on area waters.

An initiative between the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters and Ministry of
Natural Resources helped monitor invasive species across Northern Ontario this Summer.

Spokesperson Rylee Nixon says most visitors are obeying the rules.

Nixon says during her work this summer, she did find presence of rusty crayfish in Lake of the Woods and spiny water fleas in Rainy Lake, with reports of sea lamprey in Quetico Provincial Park.