Aquatic Invasive Alert
New infestations of the aquatic invasive, curly-leaf pondweed (CLPW) have been found off the northeast shore of Pomleau Island and in Leech Brook Cove in North Pond. Dive crews from 7 Lakes Alliance have been working hard to remove these plants and their turions (seed pods). Please lookout for the diver buoys and avoid boat traffic in the area.
Diver buoy marking the CLPW infestation
Curly-leaf pondweed (CLPW)
The location of CLPW in North Pond as of summer 2025.
Clean, Drain, Dry: The Key to Protecting Maine Waters
How does “Clean Drain Dry” Stop aquatic invasive species? Clean, Drain, Dry is a simple three-step process that boaters can follow every time they move from one body of water to another. When boaters take action every time they leave the water, they can stop the spread of harmful aquatic invasive species!
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CLEAN off visible aquatic plants, animals, and mud from all equipment before leaving water access
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DRAIN watercraft bilge, livewell, motor, and other water containing devices before leaving water access.
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DRY everything for at least five days OR wipe with a towel before reuse.
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For anglers, the additional step of DISPOSE is recommended.
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DISPOSE of unwanted bait, worms, and fish parts in the trash. When keeping live bait, drain bait containers and replace with spring or dechlorinated tap water. Never dump live fish or other organisms from one water body into another.
Courtesy Boat Inspectors (CBI)
Maine’s Courtesy Boat Inspection (CBI) program completed its 25th year in 2025. The purpose of these voluntary inspections is to reduce the spread of invasive aquatic plants (IAP) by boats, trailers, and associated equipment to Maine waters.
Trained Courtesy Boat Inspectors discuss with boaters the risk posed by IAP, show boaters how to inspect and remove vegetation from boating and fishing equipment, and urge boaters to inspect before and after every launch.
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SELF INSPECTION is also strongly encouraged! If there is not a CBI at the time of launch or loading, please take the time to look over your motor, boat, trailer, and anything else that could potentially hold a plant fragment. Remember, CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY.
Learn more about Courtesy Boat Inspection on North Pond, and sign up to volunteer as a Courtesy Boat Inspector on our Volunteer page.
