A Special Boat Trip For Special Kids

M A R I N A D A Y K I D S

THE CLEAN WATERFRONT – 2008 ________________________________________________________________

The EWaterfront is a term used to indicate focus on holistic planning for the waterfront and local waterways.

EWaterfront development blends the benefits of sustainable and green building techniques with marina construction and Clean Marina management practices. Ewaterfront development can be considered a method of environmental stewardship

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CLEAN MARINA COMMUNITY OUTREACH

THE CLEAN MARINA SITE

By some industry estimates there are as many as 18,000 waterfront sites which service recreational boating. 12-14,000 existing sites, and 4,000 sites under development, repair or permitting. Currently, clean marina designations comprise less than 8% of all sites.

The first Clean Marina program was implemented in Annapolis, Maryland in 1998.

Marinas have become family destinations and influence the total waterfront environment. Restaurants, marine shops, clubhouses, boat drystack -- all affect the operation of clean marinas.

Clean marina commitments help reach beyond clean water programs. In over 19 states and nearly 1,000 waterfront sites, marinas are premier locations for waterway education and community involvement.

We would like to enlist your involvement in promoting and celebrating clean waterfront development.

BOAT & SAFETY TRAINING

Instruction by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary about wearing a life vest and boating safety.

Participation by local powerboat and sailing associations help the Coast Guard.

Waterfront hazards and fire safety demonstrations are highlighted

Each child boater will be given Treasure Hunt Questions about boating and the local waterway to answer on the boat trip.

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION

Waterfront Education Programs provide examples that marinas are worthy stewards of the waterway.

Information booths about clean water technologies, clean marinas and local environmental issues.

Marina trade associations and local non-profits are forming alliances to educate the community about safe and accessible waterways.

THE BOAT TRIP

A Special Boat Trip for Special Kids

Kids with special needs rarely have the chance to enjoy the pleasure of boating, fishing from a boat, or the excitement of the local waterway.

Marina Day Kids offers children (ages 6-16) from sponsored agencies instruction about boating safety and teamwork, waterway history and environmental respect.

Typical boat trip events include up to 80 children at each site (and 1 adult for every 4 children)

Enjoy the Waterway – Enjoy the Day

VOLUNTEERS

This event is run by volunteers

The boat trip is a Marina Day event which encourages a partnership with the Association of Marina Industries, Discover Boating, Clean Marina programs, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, local boat owners and participating local non-profits.

All agencies and programs are properly registered as 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations with the Internal Revenue Service.

Each fund raiser will spend less than 10% of the proceeds from the event on organizational or administration costs.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Marinas take the lead in waterfront and clean water education.

Nonprofit boat trips on Marina Day.

Designated waterway clean-up projects, using sponsored boats to encourage the effort.

Ocean and waterfront restoration projects which clean pollutants from the water and provide for marine life growth.

Environmental workshops and community extension programs.

Association of Marina Industries Andy Roddick Foundation Boat Clubs America Florida Marine Contractors Association Forever Resorts Marina Day Kids Marina Dock Age Marinas.com Marine Industries Association of Florida Ocean Restoration Initiative Premier Materials Technology Roof & Rack Products St. Andrews Lighthouse Technidock, Inc. TIGER Transplant Fund

WestRec U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

Annapolis City Marina, Annapolis, MDBayport Marina, Minneapolis, MNHarbourtowne Marina, Dania Beach, FLLegendary Marina, Destin Beach, FL

Ft. Myers Boat Club, Ft. Myers, FL

Palm Cove Marina, Jacksonville, FLSouth Seas Marina, Captiva Island, FL

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

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