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Cleaning gear - Didymo

Al514

Central New York

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Al514 on Jun 14, 2008June 14th, 2008, 5:52 am EDT

I went down to the Delaware for the first time yesterday and I am concerned about not carrying Didymo to streams in my hometown. What are some effective ways of cleaning your waders/boots?

Al514

Central New York

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Al514 on Jun 14, 2008June 14th, 2008, 6:04 am EDT

Nevermind, I just googled how to do it - freezing everything seems like the easiest way.

GONZO
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"Bear Swamp," PA

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GONZO on Jun 14, 2008June 14th, 2008, 6:37 am EDT

Artie,

I applaud your concern. For those who don't find freezing convenient, I believe the EPA suggests soaking in a 2% solution of bleach or a 5% solution of either dishwashing detergent or salt for at least a minute. At the very least, thorough drying (an additional 48 hours after the material feels dry) is suggested.

Martinlf

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Palmyra PA

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Martinlf on Jun 16, 2008June 16th, 2008, 9:42 am EDT

Good for you Artie. I notice that some of the new boots by Simms and others are designed to be easier to clean in order to help stop the spread of invasives. Thanks for this post; it will help keep solutions on the radar for us.

"He spread them a yard and a half. 'And every one that got away is this big.'"

--Fred Chappell