FWP: AIS testing will continue at least one year

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Chief of Operations Mike Volesky said people will continue to see boat checkpoints until conclusive evidence is found that zebra mussels have not been established in Montana waters.

Tuesday, FWP and its Region 6 Citizens Advisory Council met with local legislators at Havre Inn and Suites to discuss items on the agency’s agenda, such as the ongoing checks for aquatic invasive species and some of FWP’s budget priorities.

The meeting included many representatives of FWP from a variety of different regions as well as the Helena office. Several members of the Montan...