Boat inspection training for businesses Thursday

With the Missouri River Basin now positive for invasive mussels, the Flathead Basin Commission is sponsoring a one-day Watercraft Inspection Training class for owners and personnel at private marinas, yacht clubs and boat-rental businesses.

Currently, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks requires all boats entering the state or crossing the Continental Divide to be inspected. However, the system is porous, as the hours of operation at inspection stations are constrained, and drive-bys at mandatory inspections stations are possible.

The WIT I training will take place at the Kalispell Library on Thursday, May 11, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. While advance registration is encouraged, walk-ins are welcome.

To RSVP or for more information, call 406-240-3453 or email cmiske@mt.gov.