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Michigan says to dry boats and gear for how long before launching in another water body?

Five days.

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Why: Hitchhiking plants, mussels and eggs can survive on damp gear. Drying for several days helps stop them.

Huh, didn't know that: The US Fish and Wildlife Service also says to dry everything for at least five days or wipe with a towel.

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Answer: Five days. Hitchhiking plants, mussels and eggs can survive on damp gear. Drying for several days helps stop them.

  1. Take action (Michigan Invasive Species) www.michigan.gov/en/invasives/take-action
    Dry boats and equipment for five days before launching into a different water body.
    Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. Keep Your Waters Safe from Invasive Species (USFWS) www.fws.gov/story/2022-09/keep-your-waters-safe-invasive-species
    dry everything for at least five days OR wipe with a towel before reuse
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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