Category: Coastal News

NOAA's National Geodetic Survey defines and manages the National Spatial Reference System — a consistent coordinate system that defines latitude, longitude, height, scale, gravity, and orientation throughout the United States. In addition to a network of continuously operating reference stations supporting three-dimensional positioning activities (shown here), the reference system includes a network of permanently marked points; a consistent, accurate, and up-to-date national shoreline; and a set of accurate models describing dynamic, geophysical processes that affect spatial measurements.

NOAA Scientists are Revolutionizing How Heights & Elevations are Measured

3/15/2024 - By oceanservice.noaa.gov. Suppose you are buying a new home that is located near a river that routinely floods. During the buying process, you learn that you are required to have flood insurance. A step in the process of obtaining this insurance is to get a certified elevation of your new… SEE MORE

https://www.discovernewport.org/blog/post/annual-newport-international-boat-show/

South Florida Ventures Acquires Newport International Boat Show

3/14/2024 - By marinadockage.com. The Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) owner and producer of the annual Newport International Boat Show (NIBS) has been acquired by South Florida Ventures to expand and deliver enhanced value to participating marine industry businesses and a seamless experience for attendees. With a 53-year heritage deeply rooted in the Newport community, the Newport International Boat… SEE MORE

Juvenile Chinook salmon. Salmon habitat will be restored as part of the proposed settlement. Credit: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Portland, OR Settlement Benefits Salmon, Coastal Habitats, & the Public

3/13/2024 - By oceanservice.noaa.gov. On November 1, the U.S. Department of Justice announced a proposed settlement of approximately $33 million to compensate the public for decades of hazardous substance releases and oil discharges into Oregon's Portland Harbor and Willamette River. The proposed settlement addresses the liability of over 20 responsible parties for… SEE MORE

https://www.nationalfisherman.com/boats-gear/big-turnout-at-winter-harbor-and-nearly-a-disaster

Maine Lobster Boat Races 2024 schedule

3/12/2024 - By Carli Stewart. Get ready to kick your engine into high gear this summer! People from all around the state follow The Maine Lobster Boat Race Association up and down the coast. These races always draw a crowd, and the captains prove to grow bigger and bigger raft-ups every year.… SEE MORE

https://kayakanglermag.com/stories/conservation/the-rebirth-of-legendary-back-bay-bass-fishery/

A Timeline of U.S. Bass Fishing

3/11/2024 - By onthewater.com. The history of bass fishing in the United States can be traced back to the early 1800s, when technological advancement was peaking during the industrial revolution. It started with the construction and enhancement of fishing reels, and from there, the sport’s popularity skyrocketed. Wealthy merchants and anglers like… SEE MORE

https://wwmt.com/news/local/ice-on-the-great-lakes-sets-record-low-for-mid-february

Great Lakes Ice Reaches Historic Low

3/10/2024 - By nesdis.noaa.gov. For the second consecutive year, ice cover on the Great Lakes remains significantly below average for this time of year, which typically sees the peak of ice cover at levels around 53 percent. As of February 11, total ice coverage across all lakes measured a mere 2.7 percent.… SEE MORE

https://www.howtocatchanyfish.com/african-tigerfish.html

Catching Big Triggerfish On The Gulf Coast

3/9/2024 - By Ed Mashburn. For a long time here on the Gulf Coast, anglers who ventured offshore to chase after snapper and other delicious tasting and hard fighting fish scorned a very common offshore resident of our waters. It was not that long ago that when a triggerfish was hooked and brought to… SEE MORE

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Why Daylight Saving Time Messes With Your Brain

3/8/2024 - By Beth Ann Malow. AS PEOPLE IN THE U.S. prepare to set their clocks ahead one hour on Sunday, March 10, 2024, I find myself bracing for the annual ritual of media stories about the disruptions to daily routines caused by switching from standard time to daylight saving time. About one-third of Americans say they don’t… SEE MORE

https://lailluminator.com/2023/06/06/coastal-restoration-louisiana/

$4.3 Million Will Support Habitat Restoration in Coastal Louisiana

3/7/2024 - By ecomagazine.com. The Coastal Wetlands Planning, Protection, and Restoration Act Program has approved more than $4.3 million in funding for the NOAA-sponsored South Delacroix Marsh Creation Project. NOAA works through CWPPRA to restore habitat and support resilient communities and sustainable fisheries along the Louisiana coast. Funding will support engineering and design of… SEE MORE

Boat hull with barnacles. Image from Canva.com

A Comprehensive Guide to Bottom Painting Your Boat

3/6/2024 - By US Harbors. Bottom painting is an essential aspect of boat maintenance, crucial for protecting your vessel from marine growth, corrosion, and damage. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a novice boat owner, knowing how to bottom paint your boat is a valuable skill. This guide will take you through… SEE MORE

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