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Anglers and boaters must follow stricter
rules on Lake Winnibigoshish near Deer River after it was
designated "infested waters."
      

The lake received the designation last month because of a faucet
snail infestation. The exotic species was first spotted there in
2007.
      
The snail is a host for a parasite that has killed hundreds of
waterfowl on the lake during the past two autumn migrations.
      


Department of Natural Resources area fisheries supervisor Chris
Kavanaugh says it's important for anglers and others to follow the
rules so the snail doesn't spread to other water bodies.
      

The rules prohibit anglers from moving water from the lake,
including in boats, livewells and bait containers, or trapping
minnows in the lake for personal use.
      
      
      


      Information from: Duluth News Tribune,
http://www.duluthsuperior.com

Anglers and boaters must follow stricter
rules on Lake Winnibigoshish near Deer River after it was
designated "infested waters."

Lake's 'infested' status affects anglers, boaters

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