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Keeping the Bilge Clean

by Sailors for the Sea 17 Oct 2022 05:59 NZDT
Keeping the Bilge Clean © Sailors for the Sea

This month, we launched our new Green Boating video series, which highlights our best practices for ocean-friendly boating!

For our first installment, we explain the importance of keeping a clean bilge, and why you shouldn't use dish soap to clean up an oil or fuel spill.

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