Soaps from boat washing, sinks and showers are more harmful that those at home because they have not been treated in a sanitary sewer before being discharged overboard.

WHAT CAN BOATERS DO TO REDUCE GRAY WATER DISCHARGE?

• Soaps from boat sinks, showers, and dishwashers are more harmful than those at home because they do not get treated in a sanitary sewer system when discharged from your boat. Do as much cleaning at shoreside facilities as possible.
• Choose phosphate-free biodegradable soaps.
• Use more “elbow grease” and as little cleaning product as possible.
• Rinse and scrub your boat with fresh water after each trip.
• Use tarps or canvas boat covers to keep boat clean between trips and reduce the amount of cleaning you need to do.

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