The Environment, Inflatable Boating, and You | Recreation & Sports

Sheer fun on the water awaits all those who love inflatable boats. Because they are cheaper, can easily be carried anywhere and are made to last, more and more boaters are using rubber ducks in place of their traditional solid vessels. And since they are easy to navigate and have designs for those who love to fish or go kayaking, there?s bound to be a blow up for all kinds of recreational needs.

Besides, the inherent safety and stability of blow ups make them ideal for boaters of all skill levels, even beginners. Children can even learn the basics of boating using these rigs and be taught how to appreciate marine life at the same time.

However, inflatable boaters must practice environmental responsibility.

The water holds its own beauty and power that all boaters can appreciate and value. While oceans and other bodies of water are huge, they are fragile and small incremental damage caused by irresponsible or ignorant boaters over time can add up.

It is incumbent upon all recreational boating aficionados to maintain the health of the marine environment for their children, their children?s children and for other generations down the line. Protecting the environment will also secure your own boating environment so you can keep going back to it in the future.

Start by making sure that you do not use paint and cleaning ingredients for your inflatable duck that will pollute the environment. All that you need to maintain your boat is foamy soap and fresh water to rinse.

Steer clear of areas where there are lots of swimmers. There are designated swimming areas and it?s essential that you keep away from these so you don?t cause any accidents. Learn to respect laws regarding fishing and bag limits. There are areas where catch and release laws are in place and even if no one is looking, you should learn to throw back what you get in the water if the regulations call for it.

Since noise is also another form of pollution, avoid it and make no more sound than necessary especially along launching ramps. Besides, you can better appreciate the power of nature if you remain still and let the silent power of the water envelop you.

Fourth, never throw garbage into the water during your boating trips. A lot of uninformed or stubborn people think that the ocean is a watery dump.

Know that litter thrown into the water can and does affect the coral and marine life. There are times when the consequences are dire and beyond repair. A coral takes a thousand of years to grow so boaters must not damage marine life by needlessly throwing litter. Fuels and oils must also never make contact with the water. Not only will they damage the ecosystem, they will also affect livelihood and the food supply as well.

Finally, don?t make too much wake while boating on your inflatable. The trail made by your boat as it glides through the water is called a wake. Too much of it can cause erosion and cause harm to the marine life. Make sure that you carefully follow designated ?no wake zones? in marinas and other near-shore areas.

Last but not least, be sure to read our Sea Eagle boats review and this article on the Sea Eagle Fold Cat boat.

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