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NEWSLETTER   •   FALL 2021
 
WHILE THE TEMPERATURE DROPS, CATCH UP ON EDUCATION & TRAINING INSIDE!
 
With record numbers of boaters hitting the water this past year, consider attending an Ohio Clean Marina Program training opportunity.  Helpful tools below will assist you in incorporating new BMPs and in educating your staff and boaters.
Looking to have these trainings count toward Base, Gold, or Platinum Clean Marina Certification? Be sure to complete the survey below to document your trainings.
 
 
 
Documentation for Education & Training
 
 
 
 
 
 
REMINDER: Are you in compliance with stormwater and wastewater regulations?  Are your records up to date?
 
Winter is a great time to make sure you are in compliance and all of your records are UP TO DATE! It is VERY important that you are keeping your pollution prevention plans and monitoring records current. If you have a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure Plan (SPCC), safety data sheets (MSDS/SDS), or monitoring requirements at your facility, please take time in the fall/winter to review these documents, ensure record-keeping is happening, and update them accordingly. Take time to do a site inspection and ensure items are stored and labeled properly. Review the fact sheets below for helpful tips. 

Vessel Wash Wastewater Fact Sheet

Does your marina need a stormwater permit?

Visual and Benchmark Stormwater Monitoring for Marinas

Good Housekeeping Best Practices Poster

Assistance and Resources for Ohio's Marinas
 
 
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2021 Year in Review
 
Despite still being limited in outreach capacity, the Ohio Clean Marinas Program certified 4 new marinas and recertified 1 marina in 2021 to date. We are so appreciative of the support and dedication of our certified Clean Marinas - and we hope this image helps convey some of the incredible successes you should be proud of!
 
 
Brag About It!
View and share the 2021 Infographic
 
 
 
 
Invasive Species Webinar Series Recordings & Interest in AIS Events
 
The Ohio Clean Marinas Program, Ohio Sea Grant, and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources partnered on a 5-week invasive species webinar series on a range of topics from prevention to awareness and ways Ohioans can become involved in community science. These and other webinars on environmental best practices can be used to count towards your certification! The webinars can be found on the ODNR You Tube page.

In 2022, we are interested in partnering with recreational boating facilities to host invasive species boat wash stations as part of the Great Lakes AIS Landing Blitz. Contact Sarah at orlando.42@osu.edu if you'd like to join us!
 
 
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Have you considered green infrastructure at your marina?
 
Marinas offer a “last chance” opportunity to treat and manage stormwater runoff before it enters the Great Lakes. Clean Marina Programs provide education and technical assistance to help marinas implement stormwater improvements to keep our lakes clean. And we all know that clean lakes are good for business! 

Using nature-based techniques, like green infrastructure, to manage stormwater at your marina can provide significant benefits such as minimizing water pollution into the lake, eliminating nuisance flooding, and improving aesthetics. Depending on the municipality, marinas could potentially also receive stormwater utility credits for the installation of green infrastructure. 
 
 
Contact Us for Technical Assistance
 
 
 
 

Clean Marinas Signage Available
 
The Ohio Clean Marinas Program has new signage available on marine debris and other environmental best practices reminders for use at your facility. If you are up for recertification, or are interested in reaching a higher tier in the Clean Marinas Program, we provide the signage for free. 
 
 
Contact Us to Schedule a Site Visit!
 
 
 
 
Save the Date for the 6th Annual Ohio Marina Conference!
 
March 1, 2022
The Lodge at Geneva on the Lake
More details coming soon!
 
 
See the 2021 Ohio Marina Conference Info Here
 
 
 
 
 
National Operation Dry Water 2021 campaign resulted in record numbers.
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ABYC Conference Aims to Boost Entry to Marine Industry Careers.
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Hurricane Sandy Started a Tidal Wave of Resilience.
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16
NOV
 
Ohio Clean Marinas Virtual Workshop
 
Learn about important environmental best management practices, how to become a certified Ohio Clean Marina, and benefits of the program.  All marinas invited to attend – whether currently certified, pledged, or new to the program. 

Be a leader in the field and become a gold or platinum certified Ohio Clean Marina! Staff will review all levels of certification so you can find the one that fits your facility best.
 
REGISTER NOW TO ATTEND!
 
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29
NOV
 
Docks Expo 2021
 
Consider attending the 2021 Docks Expo, November 29 - December 1 held in Music City Nashville, TN. We'll be presenting on Tuesday!

The Docks Expo is for marina owners and managers who wish to sharpen their skills and gather new ideas by attending education sessions developed by the experts at Marina Dock Age.  The trade show floor at The Docks Expo is your one-stop-shop for over 100 marina-focused exhibitors.
 
REGISTER TO ATTEND!
 
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7
JAN
 
Ohio RV & Boat Show
January 7-16, 2022
 
Consider attending if you are looking for Boats, Jet Skis, Watercraft, or maybe you are looking for dock space, boat service or storage options.
 
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JAN
 
Cleveland Boat Show
January 13-17, 2022
 
Get caught up on environmental regulatory and best practices information from the Ohio Clean Marinas Program.
 
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14
JAN
 
Cincinnati Boat, Sport & Travel Show
January 14-16 & 19-23, 2022
 
From travel destinations to boating, fishing and hunting – your next adventures can be found right here under one roof.
 
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Ohio Sea Grant News Room
 
Ohio Clean Marinas Program
1031 Pierce Street, Suite A
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 609-4120
 
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