Category: Boating

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Chicago Park District 2020 Marina Updates

7/22/2020 - Many species of sport fish are found in Chicago harbors throughout the year and others only inhabit harbors during certain times of the year. The Chicago Park District has designated certain areas of these harbors open to anglers fishing from shore. 59th Street Belmont Burnham Calumet Diversey DuSable Jackson (Inner… SEE MORE

Chicago Harbors COVID-19 Update

7/17/2020 - We’re happy to announce that the Chicago Harbors are open. During this unprecedented time, please keep in mind the following policies will be in place for the health of safety of our customers, staff, and the greater Chicago public. We are monitoring updates and will continue to operate according to recommendations… SEE MORE

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Maine Maritime Academy Announces Fall 2020 Semester Plans

7/15/2020 - Maine Maritime Academy will reopen campus, holding in-person courses, beginning August 31. “Our faculty and staff have been working tirelessly to develop ways in which we can deliver a rigorous academic experience for our students while also prioritizing the health and safety of our community given the ongoing threats posed by… SEE MORE

10 Alluring Michigan Boating Spots Perfect for a Day on the Water

7/8/2020 - Michigan is a national center of classic boating, a hobby understood by simple geography alone—if not also by a summer climate perfect for outdoor pursuits. In the Mitten, you are never more than six miles from the nearest body of water. The state is home to the Great Lakes and… SEE MORE

Governors Island Will Reopen On July 15th

7/8/2020 - By Jen Carlson. Governors Island will reopen to the public on July 15th, about two months after they would typically open for the season. The announcement was made this morning, along with some changes for the Island and the ferries. Manhattan ferries will continue to run out of the Battery… SEE MORE

Acoustic Array Detects 4 Great White Sharks Off Block Island

7/8/2020 - By Paul Edward Parker. The Atlantic Shark Institute announced Wednesday that it has detected four great white sharks in the waters off Block Island. The institute discovered the sharks using an array of seven acoustics receivers set up as part of a long-term study of shark activity near the island,… SEE MORE

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

What to Know Before Visiting a Wisconsin State Park

7/8/2020 - With over 6 million acres of public land to explore, there's something here for everyone. Here's what you need to know before you head out to find your adventure at one of over 100 Wisconsin state park system properties: An annual park admission sticker is required for entry. Purchase before you go online or… SEE MORE

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Permit Now Needed for Kayaking, Paddle Boarding in Oregon

7/8/2020 - By Amanda Rose. Many people are beating the heat this summer by escaping to lakes and rivers. But before you grab that paddle board or kayak, you’ll need a permit. Marine patrol deputies say many Oregonians don’t know about a new law which requires a ‘Waterway Access Permit’ for non-motorized boats 10… SEE MORE

Kirsten Neuschäfer - Golden Globe Skipper 2022

“Women on the Water” Premiere–Wednesday, July 8th LIVE with Kirsten Neuschäfer–Solo Sailor, Expedition Skipper, & Golden Globe 2022 Racer

7/6/2020 - On Wednesday, July 8th at 12:00pm ET, the fourth video in US Harbors “Women on the Water” series will premiere LIVE on YouTube with Kirsten Neushcäfer, a solo trans-ocean sailor. Kirsten talks about what it takes to tackle the high-seas alone, share her experiences as the skipper Skip Novak’s research… SEE MORE