The Maryland Clean Marina Initiative certifies and promotes environmentally responsible boating facilities. It is a voluntary program that encourages the use of best management practices to minimize and, where possible, prevent detrimental impacts on our natural resources from the maintenance and use of recreational boats. The Clean Marina logo acknowledges the efforts of organizations and individuals in meeting this challenge. It is also intended to inform those that recreate in and near our waterways that steps have been taken to protect our natural resources by participating facilities.

Boaters are encouraged to patronize certified Clean Marinas and to adopt clean boating habits. The collective effort of individuals and businesses will improve the quality of Maryland's waters from Deep Creek Lake to the Chesapeake Bay, to the coastal bays!