Never litter, and pick up all litter you see and dispose in appropriate trash containers. Anything discarded can end up in a wetland and the sea. 5. Keep all waterways to storm drains clean from pet feces, toxic chemicals, fertilizers, motor oil, and litter. Learn about watersheds, the land to sea connection. Use phosphate-free laundry and dishwasher detergents.
Phosphates encourage algae growth, which can suffocate aquatic life.
Use paper and recycled products made from unbleached paper. Bleached paper contains toxic chemicals that can contaminate water. Recycle all paper. Always try to use non-toxic products instead of hazardous chemicals for household cleaning and lawn and garden care. Never spray lawn and garden chemicals outside on a windy day or on a day that it may rain and wash the chemicals into the water.