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Loss of Sea Otters Accelerating the Effects of Climate Change

10/14/2020 - By Alaska-Native-News.com The impacts of predator loss and climate change are combining to devastate living reefs that have defined Alaskan kelp forests for centuries, according to new research published in Science. “We discovered that massive limestone reefs built by algae underpin the Aleutian Islands’ kelp forest ecosystem,” said Douglas Rasher, a… SEE MORE
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Bradenton Area River Regatta Cancelled

10/14/2020 - By Wade Tatangelo. The largest spectator event in Manatee County will not take place next year because of the coronavirus pandemic. The 2021 Bradenton Area River Regatta that would have taken place in early February has been canceled, with organizers citing an abundance of caution surrounding COVID-19. The event, featuring powerboat racing on the Manatee River… SEE MORE
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Nine Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Aquaculture

10/14/2020 - 1. It’s Not Just for Fish Many aquaculture producers in the United States don’t raise fish, despite the industry’s popular image of fish farming. In fact, oysters were the most commercially valuable domestic farmed marine species in recent years. In 2017, oyster farmers harvested 36 million pounds valued at $186 million.… SEE MORE
Sirius Marine Fish Mapping Overview Podcast

The 8 Things That’ll Help You Find Fish Faster

10/13/2020 - In this podcast, Jay Feimster from PointClickFish.com talks with Dan Dickerson from SiriusXM Marine about their new Fish Mapping service.  Fish Mapping includes 8 dedicated fishing features to help saltwater anglers locate fish faster: Fishing Recommendations – gives locations oceanographers recommend for specific types of game fish, based on data-driven… SEE MORE
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National Seafood Month: Behind the Scenes of the Most Consumed Seafood

10/9/2020 - Shrimp, tuna, clams—the most popular seafood items in the United States are familiar names to both seafood lovers and the occasional consumer. You may have wondered about the environmental impact of consuming more of a popular product. We’ve got good news: U.S. seafood is sustainable seafood! Thanks to our robust… SEE MORE
Maryland Department of Natural Resources

Trout Stocking Info – Maryland

10/8/2020 - With the resumption of recreational fishing in Maryland, the department encourages anglers to take advantage of the incredible fishing opportunities the state has to offer, provided all practice social distancing, avoid crowded areas, and minimize social interaction. General Stocking Information Spring trout stocking generally takes place during the middle of March through late… SEE MORE
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How High Water Levels Could Impact You

10/8/2020 - The Great Lakes are at their highest levels in more than 30 years, and that means people need to be aware of increased safety concerns when swimming and boating, potential property damage along shorelines, submerged docks and piers and other concerns. Higher waters can cause stronger, faster currents (especially around river outlets… SEE MORE
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U.S. House of Representatives Passes Bipartisan Bill to Clean Up Marine Debris

10/8/2020 - Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed bipartisan legislation led by House Oceans Caucus Co-Chairs Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) and Don Young (R-AK) along with Senators Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Dan Sullivan (R-AK), and Bob Menendez (D-NJ) to strengthen the federal response to marine debris. Save Our Seas 2.0 –… SEE MORE