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Take the pledge, follow the best practices, become a Ohio Clean Marina! Learn more at one of our events.

The Ohio Clean Marinas Program is a proactive partnership designed to encourage marinas and boaters to use simple, innovative solutions to keep Ohio’s coastal and inland waterway resources clean. The program assists in protecting clean water and fresh air for generations of boaters to come.

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Boaters

Put the clean boating philosophy into action and take the Clean Boater pledge!

The Ohio Clean Boater Program promotes environmental stewardship by making boaters more aware of the environmental impact of boating activities, getting as many boaters as possible to follow best boater practices and designating them as “Clean Boaters.”

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Bees, Butterflies… Boats?

Bees, Butterflies… Boats?

By Alex Meyer •

Ohio Clean Marinas Program Workshop - Lake Erie Marinas

Learn about important environmental best management practices, how to become a certified Ohio Clean Marina, and benefits of the program.

Shores and Islands Visitors Center, 770 S.E. Catawba Road (SR 53), Sandusky, OH 44870 • Sarah Orlando
Marina Stormwater Workshop - Southern Ohio

Marina Stormwater Workshop - Southern Ohio

Learn how to apply for an NPDES stormwater permit and prevent pollution from stormwater at your marina in this free workshop.

Caesar Creek Lake USACE Visitor Center, 4020 Clarksville Road, Waynesville, OH 45068 • Sarah Orlando
New Seabin Devices will Help Remove Marine Debris from Lake Erie

New Seabin Devices will Help Remove Marine Debris from Lake Erie

By Sarah Orlando •

Ohio Clean Marinas Program Virtual Workshop

Learn about important environmental best management practices, how to become a certified Ohio Clean Marina, and benefits of the program.

Port Clinton, OH 43452 • Sarah Orlando
Ohio Clean Marinas Program Continues to Serve the Ohio Marina Industry

Ohio Clean Marinas Program Continues to Serve the Ohio Marina Industry

By Sarah Orlando •

Lake Erie Day at the Cleveland Boat Show

Join Ohio Sea Grant and partners for a family-fun, educational adventure at the 2023 Cleveland Boat Show!

I-X Center, 1 I-X Center Drive, Cleveland, OH 44135 • Sarah Orlando
Ohio Clean Marinas Program Highlights from 2021

Ohio Clean Marinas Program Highlights from 2021

By Sarah Orlando •
Ohio Helps Protect Lake Erie from Aquatic Invasive Species this Summer

Ohio Helps Protect Lake Erie from Aquatic Invasive Species this Summer

By Jill Jentes Banicki •
That’s a Wrap

That’s a Wrap

By Christina Dierkes •

Ohio Clean Marinas Program Workshop - Ohio River Watershed

Learn about important environmental best management practices, and how to become certified with a Clean Marinas program.

100 Strader Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45226 • Sarah Orlando

Ohio Clean Marinas Program Virtual Workshop

Learn about environmental best management practices for your marina by completing this first step to become a certified Clean Marina!

Online Event • Sarah Orlando
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Use the box above to search for a certified Marina and get additional details like website and directions.

Why should I get certified? AS A MARINA

  • improved water quality and wildlife habitat
  • public recognition and enhanced image
  • attracting conscientious boaters
  • compliance assistance
  • financial incentives

Why should I pledge? AS A BOATER

  • become a good steward
  • learn about best boater practices
  • protect future recreation opportunities