This Action Plan is one component of the Santa Monica Bay National Estuary Program’s (SMBNEPs) Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan (CCMP), with the goal of providing a long-term framework for action in the Santa Monica Bay and its watersheds. Prepared by TBF and SMBRC staff for approval by SMBNEP’s Management Conference.
Topic: Boats & Vessels
Pumpout Report 2017: 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, and mobile pumpout services. Since 2008, the San Francisco Estuary Partnership and… Continue reading Pumpout Report 2017: California Clean Vessel Act Pumpout Performance Report
Educational Video for Boaters + Honey Pot Day
Two “Off the Wire” posts, about The Bay Foundation’s new vessel sewage ‘how-to’ video, and the Honey Pot Day program. (Page 8)
Aerial Monitoring of Ocean Vessels in Southern California June 2018 – Annual Project Report
Objective long-term data on the type, extent and location of boating and boat-based fishing directly supports the success of marine spatial planning and resource management of coastal oceans. This project was initiated to generate an objective fishery-independent dataset to define the extent of boating activities in the state waters off the coast of mainland southern… Continue reading Aerial Monitoring of Ocean Vessels in Southern California June 2018 – Annual Project Report
New Marine Sanitation Device and Y-Valve Video for Boaters Increase (Online) Tools to Help Water Quality
Properly disposing of boat sewage makes a significant difference in water quality and the marine environment that attracts millions of people recreating year-round, but especially now in the summer months. Improperly discharging sewage overboard can spread diseases, harm aquatic life, impact nutrient levels in the water, and compromises our enjoyment of the water. A new… Continue reading New Marine Sanitation Device and Y-Valve Video for Boaters Increase (Online) Tools to Help Water Quality
Boating Season: Discounted Mobile Pumpout Service for Boaters through August 31, Reduces Ocean Bacteria, Properly Disposes of Sewage Waste
The Bay Foundation’s (TBF) Boater Education Program’s Honey Pot Day returns for the boating season, educating Southern California recreational boaters about proper sewage waste disposal and offering participants a 30% discount for one mobile pumpout service. In its 10th consecutive year, Honey Pot Day is provided from June 1 – August 31, 2018 in four… Continue reading Boating Season: Discounted Mobile Pumpout Service for Boaters through August 31, Reduces Ocean Bacteria, Properly Disposes of Sewage Waste
Become a Dockwalker
The statewide Dockwalker program continues its multi-year boater-education efforts with five free local Dockwalker workshops now through May…. “Boat owners appreciate the opportunity to fill out the questionnaire and receive information about environmentally-responsible boating,” states certified Dockwalker John Carroll. “[Boaters] are also thankful that someone is taking the time to spread the word about environmental… Continue reading Become a Dockwalker
Eco-Tip: ‘Dockwalkers Teach Boaters Environmental Safety: Training is Next Week
On Friday, volunteers will receive training and materials qualifying them to be official “Dockwalkers,” with access to local boaters at Ventura and Channel Islands harbors. Besides talking with boaters about environmental safety, Dockwalkers distribute Boater Kits, which include tide calendars, oil absorbent sheets, oil absorbent pillows and fuel bibs that can be placed around fuel pump… Continue reading Eco-Tip: ‘Dockwalkers Teach Boaters Environmental Safety: Training is Next Week
Free SoCal Workshops Train Volunteer Dockwalkers to Help Boaters Recreate Safely, Cleanly
The statewide Dockwalker program continues its multi-year boater-education efforts with five free local Dockwalker workshops March through May. Dockwalkers increase boater awareness about clean and safe boating practices, thus improving the recreation experience in California while helping to preserve its wildlife habitat and water quality. The Dockwalker program is coordinated by The Bay Foundation (TBF),… Continue reading Free SoCal Workshops Train Volunteer Dockwalkers to Help Boaters Recreate Safely, Cleanly
Pumpouts in Southern California: Are Boaters Pumping or Dumping?
Pumping out sewage from boats might not be appealing but is obviously necessary if lavatory facilities are utilized onboard. The proper use of pumpout stations is vital to keep boats and harbors clean and fresh. Dumping of sewage by recreational boaters is suspected, Oceanside Harbor Maintenance Supervisor Steve Rodriguez mentioned. However, the consensus among certain… Continue reading Pumpouts in Southern California: Are Boaters Pumping or Dumping?