Mono County is committed to supporting healthy fish and wildlife populations, maintaining recreational opportunities, and protecting local ecosystems. While our former Fish & Wildlife Commission is no longer active, Mono County Economic Development still manages local fish and wildlife programs, including fish stocking efforts, the Fish and Game Fine Fund, and invasive species awareness initiatives. This page provides up-to-date information, downloadable materials, and resources for businesses, residents, and visitors.

Fish and Game Fine Fund

The Fish and Game Fine Fund is a locally managed account funded through penalties collected for fish and wildlife regulation violations. Mono County uses these funds for projects that support:

• Fish and wildlife conservation
• Habitat restoration
• Public education and outreach

To learn more and see if your organization or project may qualify for support through the Fine Fund, please visit:
Fish & Game Fine Fund – Local Program Funding [1]
 

Invasive Species Awareness: Golden Mussel

New ordinances in Mono and Inyo Counties now require mandatory inspections for all trailered watercraft before launch. Boaters must stop at an official WID station and receive an inspection sticker before launching.

Why this matters:

Golden mussels are not here yet and pose a significant threat to Mono County waterways.

They spread easily, reproduce rapidly, and can permanently damage our lakes, fisheries, infrastructure, and local economy.  Once introduced, they cannot be removed. Prevention is our best option. 

What You Can Do:

• Share these new inspection requirements with visitors, employees, and community members
• Share information with visitors, employees, and community members
• Post awareness materials at your business, on your website and social media, with lodging reservations, etc. 
• Direct visitors to WID stations
• Promote Clean, Drain, Dry practices - if they clean, drain, dry before they visit, it will save time and hassle. 

Business & Partner Toolkit: www.vcptoolkit.org/golden-mussels [2]
Access and download: business info flyer, mussel monster poster, social media graphics and copy, digital banner for websites and e-mail signatures.

Public-facing website: www.easternsierrawid.com [3]
Includes WID station locations, dates, hours, FAQs, and links to other resources

Downloadable Materials - available at the bottom of this page. ​

For printed materials or larger quantities, please e-mail econdev@mono.ca.gov [4].