QUIZ QUESTIONS (Correct answers in green)


What should you do after you have finished sailing to prevent the spread of invasive species? A: Wash your boat down thoroughly B: Get on the road as quickly as possible


What is the minimum distance from the shore that boats should discharge their sewage? A: 1 mile B: 3 miles


What should you do if you spot wildlife when boating? A: Go close as you can to get a better look B: Keep your distance


What is the best way to reduce emissions from an outboard engine? A: Drive at full throttle B: Get up onto the plane, then ease the throttle


How long does orange peel take to break down in the water? A: 1 week B: 2 years


How long does a drink can take to break down in the water? A: 1 year B: 100 years


What helps to reduce wash from a boat? A: Keeping to the designated speed limits B: Navigating close to the shore


What are nurdles often found at the high tide mark? A: Tiny plastic pellets used in manufacturing B: A type of pasta


How much water can a litre of oil pollute? A: 10 litres or B: 1,000,000 litres


What is the largest fish in UK waters? A: Basking shark B: Whale shark


How many types of sharks are resident in UK waters? A: Five B: More than twenty


What is the name of the invasive species found in 2010 in Wraysbury River? A: Quagga Mussel B: Chinese Mitten Crab


A joint Royal Yachting Association and British Marine initiative


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