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Publications

A copy of any our publications can be requested by contacting info@thegreenblue.org.uk

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How to Guides

how toHow to....guide to coastal boating

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This gives simple steps to help avoid or minimise your environmental impact when sailing or boating on coastal waters.

If you would prefer a Scottish or Welsh version please let us know when requesting your copy.


inland how toHow to....guide to inland boating

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We now have an inland version of the How to Guide available.

The guide is aimed at all motorised craft on the inland waterways and Norfolk Broads such as narrowboats, motor cruising vessels, sports boats and even personal watercraft.

It is also available in Welsh.


Code of Conduct

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Show your support for The Green Blue by requesting a waterproof sticker of the code of conduct for your boat. Specifically designed for coastal boat users this is a great way to ensure that all your guests follow the same environmental best practices whilst onboard.

Coastal (English or Welsh) and inland versions are avialable, please state which you would prefer.

Take a photo of your 'sticker in action' and enter our competition to win a bottle of champagne


Environmental Code of Practice

ecopThis recently updated comprehensive guide is essential for all BMF members and RYA affiliated clubs and training centres.

It outlines the legal framework and good practice advice to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and is now availailable online at www.ecop.org.uk

 

 

The Green Blue boat checklist

This self assessment toolkit takes you through the major environmental issues you face as a boat owner and gives you some advice about the next steps you can take to reduce your environmental impact while out on the water. It is available to download.

» The Green Blue boat checklist

Posters and flyers

A series of A3 and A4 posters and A5 flyers are available to display and distribute at clubs, training centres, marina's, harbour's and anywhere else you think will be seen by people using the water!

Please state which version (s) you would like when ordering from:

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Email info@thegreenblue.org.uk to request any of the above publications.

 

RYA Planning and Environmental Handbook

 


The RYA Planning and Environmental Handbook has just been produced to help RYA affiliated clubs and recognised training centres in running their facilities and when they embark on a building or development project of any sort.

The Handbook is divided into two main Sections. The first focuses on facilities development and sets out what permissions and consents you are likely to require when developing facilities and gives advice on how to go about applying for them. The second section of the Handbook looks at facility operation in terms of environmental management. It identifies the legal duties a facility has and provides suggestions for achieving legal compliance as well as providing good practice where important cost savings can also be made.

Download your copy from:

www.rya.org.uk/WorkingWithUs/clubs/premises/PE_Handbook.htm

 

The Green Blue Best Practice Guides


Useful advice and guidance to to implementing best practice on your site for a variety of operations.

 

The Green Blue Fact Sheets

If you are looking for more detailed information on some important marine environmental topics download our fact sheets which discuss some of the science behind the issues and the suggested solutions.

 

 

 

 

 

Are you a Yachtmaster Instructor?


Find out how environmental messages can easily be integrated into the training you give to students going through the various RYA courses by downloading our presentation here.

 

Further information

For further information and publications visit the following web sites:

» BMF Environment & Boating Facilities

» RYA's Environment Pages