Careless actions can be harmful to boats, boaters, wildlife and the environment. Potentially damaging debris includes such items as fishing line, plastic nets, plastic wrap and utensils, styrofoam, gas, oil and bottom paint. Toxic chemicals from cleaning agents and equipment produced where chlorofluorocarbons are used during production also pose threats to the environment. Obey these laws. Proceed slowly in shallow areas to avoid stirring up sediment.
Boat wake can erode shoreline.
An oil absorbent bilge cushion can help in this effort. This will reduce the risk of a fuel overflow and allow room for expansion in the tank. They will assist you in recycling oil, antifreeze, aluminum and provide a pump out facility for your sanitary system. In Ohio many groups organize to conduct waterway cleanups. This program provides support to groups who clean designated waterways.