Apr 21 2023
Earth Day -April 22nd
Earth Day is an annual event celebrated worldwide on April 22, to demonstrate support for environmental protection. As boaters, with our close relationship to the water and its environs, this a great opportunity to review our boating habits and work with our neighbors to ensure that we all can enjoy cleaner water and air!
Some things to consider:
- Keep your boat engine tuned up and operating properly to reduce smoke and oil discharge
- Use environmentally safe soaps for cleaning the decks
- Use tarps and vacuums to keep boat maintenance debris out of the water
- Switch from zinc to aluminum anodes for your prop shaft/hull
- Report all diesel spills immediately to the office so they can quickly be contained
- Use the marina provided Haz Mat containers for old oil, gas, batteries, and coolant disposal
- Keep your car tuned up and fix oil leaks so they don’t make their way from the parking lot to the marina waters
Shilshole Required Best Management Practices and Flare Disposal