The New York State Watercraft Inspection Steward Program Handbook is the standardized model for starting new community or agency-based watercraft inspection programs. New York Sea Grant Extension developed this handbook for the Cornell University Cooperative Extension Invasive Species Programs for use statewide.

This 81-page, illustrated handbook includes a Watercraft Inspection Steward Training and Field Guide.

 

Introduction and Table of Contents  (1 Mb)

Section 1 – What is Watercraft Inspection?  (3.1 Mb)

Section 2 – Aquatic Invasive Species: Why Should We Care?  (1.9 Mb)

Section 3 – What Do I Need to Know About AIS?  (2.6 Mb)

Section 4 – AIS Activities Coordination in New York State  (2.9 Mb)

Section 5 – Getting Started: A Guide for Organizations Starting Watercraft Inspection Programs  (0.6 Mb)

Section 6 – Watercraft Inspection Steward Training & Field Guide  (7.5 Mb)

Section 7 – AIS Resources & References  (0.5 Mb)

Section 8 – Appendices  (3.2 Mb)

Section 9 – Art & Photo Credits  (0.5 Mb)

 

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