Author: US Harbors

Unpermitted boats will be issued a $250 violation if they don't submit mooring permit applications.

Huntington Harbormaster to Start New Mooring Permit Enforcement

Boating

8/12/2019 - Town of Huntington: The Huntington Harbormaster's Office will start mooring permit enforcement on Friday, August 16; boaters are urged to submit a mooring permit application by August 15, as violations will be issued for unpermitted boats moored in Huntington waters starting August 16. The Mooring Permit Application can be found… SEE MORE

Harbormaster

There are bargains aplenty in hurricane-prone areas, but make sure you have your bases covered in case of a storm.

Traveling in Hurricane Season: Is it Worth the Risk?

Extreme Weather

8/12/2019 - By Elaine Glusac. Hurricane season in the Atlantic Ocean — and that includes the Caribbean, the Gulf of Mexico and destinations in the Bahamas and Florida — runs from June 1 to Nov. 30. Hurricanes can strike at any time, but peak season runs August through October, when the National… SEE MORE

Vacation

The bright Perseids are perhaps the most popular meteor shower of the year.

Perseid Meteor Shower 2019: When, Where & How to See It

Environment

8/11/2019 - By Sarah Lewin. The bright Perseids are perhaps the most popular meteor shower of the year, but in 2019 they'll be washed out by a close-to-full moon during their peak. Spectators can expect to see just 10-15 Perseids per hour or maybe slightly more on the peak, which is the… SEE MORE

Meteor Shower

There are many ways to reinforce a home against wind damage — some are simple enough to DIY while others may require professional assistance.

Preparing for High Winds Part One: Doors, Windows and Roofing

Extreme Weather

8/10/2019 - Information provided by The Dekanski Home Selling Team and newjerseyrealestatenetwork.com Wind can come in the form of hurricanes, tornadoes, cyclones, microbursts or downdrafts. There are high winds and gusts in some instances that last just a few minutes, and there are sustaining winds that may last for days. While wind… SEE MORE

Cape Cod fishing report provided by Goose Hummock

Cape Cod, MA Fishing Report – August 8th, 2019 – Goose Hummock

Coastal News

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NOAA Announces Increased Chance for Above Average Hurricane Season (August to November 2019)

8/8/2019 - NOAA PRESS RELEASE August 8, 2019 -- NOAA forecasters monitoring oceanic and atmospheric patterns say conditions are now more favorable for above-normal hurricane activity since El Nino has now ended. Two named storms have formed so far this year and the peak months of the hurricane season, August through October,… SEE MORE

New York now requires all boaters to take a safety course.

New York Governor Signs New Boating Safety Law

Boating

8/7/2019 - By Denis Slattery. ALBANY — A new law aimed at making New York’s waterways safer has brought a sense of closure to a grieving Long Island mother. Gov. Cuomo signed Brianna’s Law on Tuesday, a measure requiring all boaters take a safety course and exam before they take the helm.… SEE MORE

boating safety

10th Annual Watermen's Appreciation Day.

Upcoming Food Festivals Across the US

Food

8/7/2019 - Here in the Northeast we are savoring the remaining days of summer while avoiding thoughts of the cold months just around the corner. As we move into the height of food festival season we wanted to share a few of our favorites from across the US. Don't miss out on… SEE MORE

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2019 Maine Boat & Home Show Goes Green

8/5/2019 - The Maine Boat & Home Show, August 9-11, 2019, in Rockland, Maine, has implemented a fleet of new initiatives this year as part of an ongoing effort to become a Zero Waste event. Show organizer John K. Hanson, Jr., said, "We've been moving for a long time toward a goal… SEE MORE

boat show

Fiberglass recycling programs are taking off throughout the US.

Environmental Programs for R.I. Marine Businesses

Boating

8/5/2019 - The business of boating depends on a healthy ocean. RIMTA has created programs and partnered with leading environmental organizations to give marine businesses clear guidelines on steps they can take to run a greener operation. Read on for an overview of environmental programs for R.I. marine businesses. BECOME A ZERO… SEE MORE