These are the key takeaways from Chapter 8.
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We are quite lucky to have the lakes, dams, channels and other waterways available throughout Victoria. The overwhelming majority of the boating community is responsible and do their best to look after the delicate marine environment. If you see rubbish at the boat ramp, or floating in the water, pick it up and dispose of it properly. The average person cares, and you should too. You should only every discharge into the water are 100% natural, organic matter, such as fish waste and fresh water. For everything else, stow it onboard and dispose of it properly when you get back.
Q: What are your responsibilities for protection of the environment when operating a vessel on Victorian waters. I am prohibited from discharging:
Our harbours and ports are breeding grounds for a diverse range of marine life. At the foundation of this delicate ecosystem are seagrasses. They are an important home and feeding ground for much or our sea life. Anchors and anchor chain can rake and tear out seagrasses so avoid this anchoring when over seagrass to avoid any and all sea bed damage.
Q: When are you allowed to anchor on seagrass?
