Three coastal Georgia marinas were certified in late October for meeting the requirements of the Clean Marina Program, which recognizes facilities that voluntarily reduce or eliminate pollution during daily marina operations.
Delegal Creek Marina and Savannah Boathouse Marina of Savannah, and Barbour River Yacht Club of Darien were the first to join the program, which is administered through a partnership between the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Coastal Resources Division, University of Georgia Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant, and the Georgia Marine Business Association.
“A main attraction of coastal Georgia for both residents and visitors is the ability to get out and enjoy the water and experience our unique coastal ecosystem,” Kelly Hill, a CRD green growth specialist, said in a statement. “With our marinas being located within our sensitive marshes and waterways, it is extremely important to encourage the use of environmentally clean practices. The certified marinas have shown a significant commitment to this aim.”
Thomas McCarthy, managing partner of Savannah Boat House and owner of Freedom Boat Club Savannah and Richmond Hill added that “since opening the Savannah Boathouse, we have looked to maintain the highest standards for marinas and to preserve our beautiful waterways.”
Click here for more about the Georgia Clean Marina Program.
