While winterizing boats last fall, we noticed a problem with the water intakes on many boats.

Engines may overheat due to Zebra Mussels blocking a boat’s engine cooling water intake.

It's recommended (especially if your boat sits for a period of time in the lake) that you check to see that the water intake holes are clear. If there is a build up of mussels, they can easily be removed with a piece of wood and knife to clear the holes.

The good news is, when the boat is removed from the water, the mussels will die and should fall off.