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Preventive Engine Maintenance & Bilge Care

Larry Cummings, April 19th, 2007

Preventive Engine Maintenance The best way to prevent oil discharges from the bilge is to keep engines well-tuned and operating at peak efficiency. Choose Coast-Guard approved alcohol resistant fuel lines. Inspect fuel lines, valves, oil seals, gaskets and all connections for leaks and deterioration. When replacing hoses, new hose sections should be the right length to prevent damage and leaks. Install drip pans under ... read more

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Impact of Boat-Related Discharges

Larry Cummings, April 19th, 2007

Because of oil's high dispersion factor, even small discharges of oil from a fuel pump or boat bilge can cause harm to the environment. Consider: Oil is toxic to aquatic organisms in as low as 0.1 to 0.5 parts per million. It can impact the health, the reproductivity and the DNA of fish and other marine organisms. A single pint of oil ... read more

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Sewage Management Tips

Larry Cummings, April 19th, 2007

Untreated sewage discharged from boats can spread disease, contaminate shellfish beds and lower oxygen levels in harbor, lake and river areas where boats are concentrated. Exposure to water contaminated by sewage discharge can result in gastroenteritis, hepatitis, dysentery and cholera. The safest and most environmentally friendly way to manage sewage on your boat is to have a Marine Sanitation Device (MSD) ... read more

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Clean Boating Links

Larry Cummings, April 19th, 2007

National Organizations National Clean Boating Campaign National Sea Grant College Program/MarinaNet US Coast Guard - Marine Safety and Environmental Protection website US Environmental Protection Agency: Managing Pollution from Boating and Marinas Clean Marinas Environmental and Business Success Stories National Management Measures to Control Nonpoint Source Pollution from Marinas and recreational Boating and Nonpoint Pollution Documents California California Coastal Commission - The Boating ... read more

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Mobile-to-Mobile Services

Larry Cummings, April 19th, 2007

Mobile boat-to-boat services (including bilge and sewage pumpout, steam cleaning and oil changes) provide an alternative to having these services done at fixed locations in marinas. There are numerous environmental benefits from these services when they are conducted appropriately, including: Spill proof oil extraction Soapless bilge cleaning Proper waste management and disposal techniques Where available, these services can be more convenient for boaters since they ... read more

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Clean Boating Suggestions

Larry Cummings, April 19th, 2007

Proper waste disposal and equipment maintenance can have a positive impact on the marine environment. Learn more about what you can do to minimize waste when taking care of your engine and bilge, changing your oil, fueling your boat and disposing of trash, grey water and sewage. Sewage Management Tips Impact of Boat-Related ... read more

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Ten Tips for Clean and Green Boating

Larry Cummings, April 19th, 2007

Prevent oily discharges from the bilge—Keep your engine well tuned to prevent fuel and oil leaks. Secure an oil absorbent pad or pillow in your bilge and under your engine where drips may occur. Check the pads often, do not let them clog the bilge pump, and use Earth911 to find out where to dispose of them. Spill-proof your oil changes—Use ... read more

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Clean Boating Information

Larry Cummings, April 19th, 2007

So, you enjoy life at sea. You feel at home out on the open waters. But are you practicing clean and green boating so that your ocean experience isn't compromising the local environment? Find proper disposal options for your boat Terms include: Absorbent pad disposal Battery drop-off Bilge pump-out Port-a-potty dump station Sewage pump-out Used motor oil recycling Used oil filter collection Absorbent pad disposal Absorbent pads are useful for ... read more

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