Residents and visitors alike are drawn to the
exceptional diversity and value of New Jersey’s marine and aquatic
resources, including the Atlantic coastline, the
Delaware River and Bay, freshwater lakes, tidal mudflats and deep
ocean waters. DEP has developed a statewide Clean Marina Program to protect these critical habitat areas that are home
to a variety of species including algae, plankton, shellfish and finfish. The program
encourages marina owners, yacht clubs, boatyards and boaters to
adopt practices that help prevent adverse impacts to water quality,
sensitive habitats and living resources in proximity to marinas.
Swimming, boating and fishing are important
uses of New Jersey’s
coastal waters. Recreational boating is becoming more popular each year. The Clean Marina Program
will help prevent harmful environmental practices through education
and outreach to boaters and marina owners. The program provides assistance and
guidances
to reduce the sources and impacts of nonpoint source pollution, including sewage facility management, fueling operations, fish and solid
waste management and boat cleaning.
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