This is the first of four pamphlets advising on boating and the environment in New Jersey. As a boater, you are well aware of the care your vessel requires. By following the recommendations listed in this document, you can minimize the environmental impacts of routine cleaning and maintenance necessary to keep your boat safe, reliable and attractive. The pamphlet contains the following sections: Clean Carefully, Maintain Mindfully, Recycle Regularly, Be a Conscientious Consumer, and Alternatives to Toxic Products.