Tuesdays Tip of the Week: Been out on the boat this summer, or plan to take the boat out in the coming weeks? Here are some tips to help you protect the environment around you while enjoying a day on the boat. Do your part by modeling appropriate behavior, leaving the area better than you found it, properly disposing of fuel, oil and waste, avoiding the spread of invasive species, and restoring degraded areas. * Pack out what you pack in. * Carry a trash bag and pick up litter left by others. * When fueling your boat take every precaution not to spill fuel into the water. * Be prepared. Carry a spill kit which includes absorbent pads, socks and booms. * Use a fuel collar or bib when fueling to catch drips and overflow and prevent back splash. * Observe proper sanitary waste disposal or pack your waste out. * Before and after a trip, wash your gear, watercraft and support vehicle to reduce the spread of invasive species. Remove all plant material from watercraft, motor, trailer and other gear and dispose on dry land in a garbage container. Drain live-wells, bilge water and transom wells at the boat launch prior to leaving. Last but certainly not least, have fun and be safe out there!
Posted on: Tue, 23 Jul 2013 18:10:28 +0000