Seven Things Sailors Can Do to Help the Environment
Everyone should consider the place we live in as something we should all work to safeguard and maintain clean — In the San Diego club for sailing -a sailor's job is to keep a close eye on the oceans and waterways in particular. It is our responsibility to be responsible and not leave it in a worse state than we found it. And, if we're able, it wouldn't hurt if we tried to tidy up a little while we're out there. Here are seven things to consider in order to preserve our waters clean and attractive. Consider environmentally friendly bottom paint Many marinas across the country have been investigated by the Environmental Protection Agency because of the cleanliness of their water. Because of their toxicity, they recommend that boaters use non-copper-based bottom paints. There are debates on both sides, but for those who drag their boat out every season, looking into a more environmentally friendly bottom paint is a good idea. If you dive and clean the bottom yourself, make...