Feeling Sicker by the Gallon From: The Washington Post | Date: August 21, 2005 | Copyright 2005 The Washington Post. This material is published under license from the Washington Post.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Washington Post.Copyright information

Now every gallon counts: Eric Slaughter, co-owner of District- based Capital Yacht Charters, has begun asking passengers to limit their numbers on the upper deck of his pleasure boats to help smooth out the ride and conserve fuel.

"It's a small thing," said Slaughter of the new policy, "but it can save you gallons an hour and that can go back into your pocket."

Saving a few gallons can mean a lot to the operator of a boat that can burn more than 80 gallons on a three-hour cruise...

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