Prevent Invasive Species
Thoroughly clean your boat hull and all fishing gear before moving to another body of water.
Keep Sewage On Board
Keep sewage on board your boat in a portable toilet or holding tank. Dispose of it only at an approved pump-out facility.
Fish Responsibly
Follow fishing regulations like size or bag limits to help protect the Bay's fish stocks.
Fish Responsibly
Practice proper catch-and-release fishing techniques to avoid harming and killing the Bay's fish.
Stash Your Trash
Stow and secure used bags, bottles, fishing lines and other trash on your boat so litter doesn't fall into the water.
Prevent Fuel Spills
Prevent fuel spills by using a funnel and not "topping off" when you fill your boat's fuel tank.
Prevent Invasive Species
Never dump bait or aquarium species into a storm drain or body of water. Introduced species can become invasive.
Clean Your Boat Properly
Use extreme caution when painting and cleaning your boat to avoid polluting the water.
Avoid Bay Grass Beds
Steer clear of bay grass beds in shallow waters to avoid harming this critical habitat and food source.
Properly Dispose of Waste
Encourage your marina owner to maintain an adequate pump-out facility if one is not available.
Observe Wake Laws
Follow speed limits and no-wake laws to avoid churning up sediment, harming underwater grasses and speeding up erosion on nearby shorelines.