Category: Boating

Snow-covered skiffs on Jonesport's working waterfront.

January 2021 – News from Our Coasts

1/20/2022 - NEWS & UPDATES FOR JANUARY Updates from US Harbors News & Virtual Events from Our Partners Updates from Our Coastal Business Community Photos of the Month Updates from US Harbors This week brought some serious winter weather conditions for much of the Northeast along with a tsunami advisory for parts… SEE MORE

https://www.westcoast.fisheries.noaa.gov

New Right Whale Slow Zone South of Nantucket, MA – Effective Through 01/28

1/14/2022 - On January 13, 2022, the Center for Coastal Studies aerial survey team sighted the presence of right whales South of Nantucket, MA. The right whale SLOW Zone is in effect immediately and expires on January 28, 2022. As a reminder, NOAA Fisheries announced an acoustic SLOW Zone East of Ocean City,… SEE MORE

American Magic Set to Enter Next America’s Cup

1/13/2022 - By Toby Heppell. In a surprising twist, the New York Yacht Club has announced that it intends to take part in the next America’s Cup, represented once again by American Magic. For those who follow America’s Cup news, this is a remarkable U-turn. New York YC was represented by American Magic… SEE MORE

New Right Whale Slow Zone Southeast of NYC and Extension of Slow Zone Southeast of Atlantic City, NJ

1/10/2022 - On January 8, 2022, the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution's acoustic array detected the presence of right whales Southeast of New York City, NY, and redetected the presence of right whales Southeast of Atlantic City, NJ. The right whale Acoustic SLOW Zones are in effect immediately and expire on January 23,… SEE MORE

Even with practically no breeze, the Marblehead High School Sailing Team had a spirited race. Photo by Dave Kinney.

Why Mariners Use Knots Instead of Miles Per Hour

1/10/2022 - Why does a mariner (and, for that matter, an airplane pilot) measure their boat’s speed in knots, rather than miles per hour or kilometers per hour? The answer goes back to the 17th century and remains true today. The nautical mile has two origins The answer as to why mariners measure… SEE MORE

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Sailing in the J-22s. The MBHH team plots strategy between races. Photo by Ann-e Blanchard

Boating 101: A Quick Guide to Boat Operator Licensing

1/6/2022 - By OceanGrafix. Now that it’s the off season for a lot of boaters, it may be a good time to review boat operator licensing requirements and make sure you’re up to date. For recreational boaters in particular, the big issue in the eyes of the United States Coast Guard (USCG)… SEE MORE

December 2021 – News from Our Coasts

12/21/2021 - NEWS & UPDATES FOR DECEMBER Updates from US Harbors News & Virtual Events from Our Partners Updates from Our Coastal Business Community Photos of the Month Updates from US Harbors Last month, US Harbors hosted an online conference to help coastal communities--and their citizens--understand and prepare for changes in coastal… SEE MORE

New Right Whale Slow Zone East of Ocean City, Maryland

12/16/2021 - On December 11, 2021, the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution's acoustic array detected the presence of right whales east of Ocean City, Maryland. A VOLUNTARY Right Whale Slow Zone is in effect immediately and expires on December 26, 2021. Mariners are requested to avoid or transit at 10 knots or less… SEE MORE

Holiday Events Across the Country

12/10/2021 - With Christmas only two weeks away, we've gathered some of our favorite holiday events to get you in the spirit of the season! Don't forget to check out these safety tips if you are planning on participating in a boat parade. FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA Winterfest Boat Parade December 11, 2021… SEE MORE

http://www.seecalifornia.com/christmas/boat-parades/san-francisco.html

Boat Parade Safety 101

12/10/2021 - Whether you’re a spectator or a participant, nighttime boat parades featuring festive lights and creative boat and yacht displays can be one of the most fun and memorable traditions of the entire holiday season. From San Francisco’s famous Fisherman’s Wharf Holiday Lights & Sights Boat Parade to the Fort Lauderdale,… SEE MORE

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