05-03-2006, 09:44 PM
[cool][font "Poor Richard"][green][size 3]Just got finished talking to the folks at Simms about treating one's waders to remove any parasites. It should be noted that a mixture of 1 part bleach and 9 parts water is okay to use on Gortex products but they couldn't speak for waders made of other products. They have heard that 409 also works well. When in doubt use hot water. The following was copied from Simm's web site with their approval:[/size][/green][/font] [font "Times New Roman"][size 3]New Zealand Mud Snails
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New Zealand Mud Snails Potamopyrgus antipodarum are threatening Western fisheries. These tiny, 1/8” snails reproduce rapidly, survive in harsh conditions and have an impact on aquatic insects and trout. The spread may be caused in part by snails “hitchhiking” on anglers.
Take the following precautions to make sure that you do not spread New Zealand mud snails:
Rinse mud and debris from waders and gear after use.
Use a hot water bath (120 degrees) for several minutes.
Let equipment dry several days between uses.
Dry heat will kill them.
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New Zealand Mud Snails Potamopyrgus antipodarum are threatening Western fisheries. These tiny, 1/8” snails reproduce rapidly, survive in harsh conditions and have an impact on aquatic insects and trout. The spread may be caused in part by snails “hitchhiking” on anglers.
Take the following precautions to make sure that you do not spread New Zealand mud snails:
Rinse mud and debris from waders and gear after use.
Use a hot water bath (120 degrees) for several minutes.
Let equipment dry several days between uses.
Dry heat will kill them.
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