The Idaho Invasive Species Fund
Recently passed legislation will assist in funding programs to prevent the introduction of invasive aquatic species in Idaho. The new law requires boaters, both motorized vessels and non, to contribute to the Idaho Invasive Species Fund (IISF). The Idaho Department of Agriculture is responsible for management of the IISF program.
New Law
Under the new law, any boat that is registered in Idaho or another state, and any non-motorized vessel (canoe, kayak, raft, drift boat, etc.) will be required to purchase and display IISF stickers in order to legally launch and operate in Idaho. Inflatable, non-motorized vessels must be less than 10 feet in length to be exempted from this requirement.
Fees
(a) Motorized vessels:
(i) Ten dollars ($10.00) per vessel registered in the state of Idaho prior to launch into the public waters of the state;
(ii) Twenty dollars ($20.00) per vessel registered outside the state of Idaho prior to launch into the public waters of the state.
(b) Nonmotorized vessels: Five dollars ($5.00) per vessel prior to launch into the public waters of the state.
(c) Commercial outfitters with nonmotorized fleets exceeding five (5) vessels shall be afforded a prorated group rate of thirty dollars ($30.00) for six (6) to ten (10) vessels; fifty-five dollars ($55.00) for eleven (11) to twenty (20) vessels; and one hundred dollars ($100) for twenty-one (21) or more vessels.
Stickers can be purchased online, or by mail.
The fees generated from the sale of IISF stickers will fund vessel inspections, washing stations and informational materials that will assist Idaho with preventing the introduction of aquatic invasive species like quagga mussels. See the Invasive Species Fund FAQ for additional information.
Frequently asked Questions (FAQ's)
IISF Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)
For questions regarding IISF sticker purchase, please contact the IDPR Registration help line by Email or phone: 1-800-247-6332.
IISF program-related questions should be directed to the Idaho Department of Agriculture.