Whats the deal with alot of the small lakes outlawing public boats? Been hearing a little local lake that is about to open here ( Blind Pony) will no longer allow anyone to bring there boat because of the zebra muscle problems. Also was told a lot of other lakes are discussing it. I have never seen a zebra mussel, I understand they stick on the sides and bottom of boats or in inlets on them. My question is how long will they stay alive without water? I understand the problems they cause but wouldn't a person think maybe birds spread them just as much? Just my opinion......