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Check out for more information on how to prevent the spread of these nuisance species.ĭon't wait until a weekend during peak boating season to practice backing the trailer and launching your boat. To protect Arkansas waters, the AGFC enacted a regulation in 2021 requiring all boaters to remove all drain plugs, including those in livewells, before leaving the boat ramp at the conclusion of their outing. Giant salvinia, zebra mussel larvae and many other aquatic nuisance species can be spread in the water that can be held in the bilge area and livewells. Removing the plug at the ramp at the end of your day can help prevent another kind of wet mess. Leaving the plug out can put the boat under the surface fairly quickly, and many boats only have access to the plug location from outside the vessel, so getting that plug in place after launching can be a wet mess. If you're waiting for the ramp, go ahead and make good use of that time to prepare ahead.ĭon't make others wait while you're having a discussion with your fishing buddy on where to go, unless you want those behind you offering some colorful suggestions.Īlways make sure the boat's drain plug is where it's supposed to be, when launching the boat and after you're done for the day. Pull to the side and get your gear ready there. Here are a few tips to help everyone out and keep the line running smoothly at your favorite fishing and boating destination.ĭon't wait until you've backed down the ramp to transfer your gear from the tow vehicle to the boat or unstrap the boat from the trailer.
Added traffic can mean longer wait times at boat ramps to get your day started and wrap things up at the end of your trip. LITTLE ROCK - Daylight saving time has kicked into gear, and more people are getting out to the lake to enjoy a day of fun in the sun.
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