Publications by the Invasive Species Action Network

We have a number of reports, interviews, presentations and videos to provide you with more information on aquatic invasive species issues.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cleaning The most often asked questions about cleaning with straightforward answers.
Invader Inspectors Our newest youth activity to get kids involved in invasive species prevention.

Tips for Careful Cleaning - suggestions for how to best clean you gear to avoid spreading invasives.
Cleaning Recommendations for Angling Guides and Outfitters - suggestions for guides and outfitters to incorporate cleaning practices into their business.
The Science of Felt - an examination of the science that underlies the move to eliminate felt soles from waders.
An Interview with Dave Kumlien - A January 2010 interview with the Executive Director of the Whirling Disease Foundation and Trout Unlimited's national invasive species specialist.
An Interview with Joe Starinchak - A June 2010 interview with US Fish and Wildlife Service Aquatic Invasive Species Outreach Coordinator.
Gear Cleaning: does it really make a difference? - A discussion on the transport of mud on gear and how cleaning addresses this.
The Story of Formula 409© - An interesting review of how Formula 409© became the most misused chemical to disinfect waders.

The Science of Felt Presentation - view a presentation based on the Science of Felt paper - PDF Download
ANS Overview Presentation - a pdf file of a Center for Aquatic Nuisance Species Powerpoint presentation that gives an overview of the threat ANS pose to us and how we can respond. Warning! This is a 7mb file which may require a long download time on slow connections.