The Bay Foundation’s (TBF) Boater Education and Outreach Program (BEP) is adding Marine Protected Area (MPA) education into its programming. The goal is to increase the knowledge of MPAs and compliance with associated regulations across Southern California’s growing and evolving recreational boating and angling communities, whose actions can easily impact the health of the ocean… Continue reading The Bay Foundation Enhances Boater Program with Vital Marine Protected Area Education
Topic: Boats & Vessels
The Changing Tide – Summer 2021
While it is best to use an onshore toilet when nature calls, properly disposing of boat sewage makes a difference in water quality and protects us all. Whether you use a portable toilet for your boat or have an on-board head, it is important to know the law, and use common sense. This newsletter provides… Continue reading The Changing Tide – Summer 2021
Pumpout Report 2020: California Clean Vessel Act Pumpout Performance Report
Discharging sewage overboard creates environmental and human health problems, especially in a state with more than four million recreational boaters. To reduce the negative impacts of discharging sewage overboard, all boaters are encouraged to use sewage management facilities, including pumpout stations, dump stations, foating restrooms, and mobile pumpout services. This Pumpout Report highlights findings on… Continue reading Pumpout Report 2020: California Clean Vessel Act Pumpout Performance Report
Mobile App Helps Boaters Follow Puget Sound No Discharge Zone Rule
“Pumpout Nav” is a free, simple tool that helps boaters locate pumpout services and comply with the law. Boating season is right around the corner, and knowing where to pumpout is important for following the Puget Sound No Discharge Zone Rule. In August 2020, Washington Sea Grant, along with the Washington State Parks Clean Vessel… Continue reading Mobile App Helps Boaters Follow Puget Sound No Discharge Zone Rule
Recycling Fishing Lines
When improperly disposed of or when a line breaks, fishing lines end up abandoned in our marine environment as marine debris and have many harmful consequences. Follow this guidebook to learn how to recycle fishing lines to protect wildlife and boats.
Santa Monica Bay National Estuary Program Comprehensive Monitoring Program – April 2021
The Santa Monica Bay region needs a Comprehensive Monitoring Program (CMP) to inform the community and interested stakeholders on the status and trends of the condition of key habitats. The purpose of the CMP is to provide a framework to use monitoring data to inform managers, practitioners, and the public on conditions and trends that… Continue reading Santa Monica Bay National Estuary Program Comprehensive Monitoring Program – April 2021
The Changing Tide – Spring 2021
Upcoming events, sewage best management practices for non-motorized boaters, and much more.
Pumpout Nav App
The free Pumpout Nav app automatically finds your location, and suggests the closest public pumpout station, dump station, and floating restroom (map or list view available). It includes details on how to use a pumpout station, and environmental risks and regulations regarding sewage discharge. One can report non-operational sewage disposal units through the app and… Continue reading Pumpout Nav App
The Changing Tide – Summer 2020
Recommendations and tips on best practices for boaters and boating facilities during COVID-19, California clean boating resources, and more.
Honey Pot Day – The Bay Foundation’s Sewage Disposal Program – Returns
News outlets – including The Log – shared stories of how waterways and oceans experienced a decrease in pollution because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Fewer boats were on the water, meaning oceans, harbors, lakes and rivers had less pollution. Decreased pollution also meant marine ecosystems and habitats were allowed to thrive. The Covid-19 pandemic continues… Continue reading Honey Pot Day – The Bay Foundation’s Sewage Disposal Program – Returns