Information and Resources to help you navigate Covid-19
We here at US Harbors are collecting all the information we can to help you through these strange times.
The situation around the country, and the world, is changing at a rapid rate. We endeavor to keep our information up to date and relevant. Please be aware that regulations do vary from state to state. You can find all our Covid-19 related news under this tag /covid-19
Is Boating a Safe Social Distancing Activity?
In most circumstances, boating is a safe activity in terms of limiting infection. Please be aware of the specific rules at the local marina or town boat ramp – getting into the water can be the most high risk part of the boating trip, depending on how busy the boat launch area is. Please also take into consideration who accompanies you on your boat. It is advised to limit boat passengers to those already in your household. Some states have a limit on the number of people allowed on a boat.
Once out on the water, maintain distance from other boats, and be extra vigilant of those in the water around you. Boaters, as a type, are generally very safety conscious, and that attitude is just as important now as it ever is. Every prevented accident is one less thing that our brave key workers have tackle – keeping the resources available to deal with the covid-19 pandemic.
More rules, tips and advice can be found here: Must-Know Rules for 2020 Summer Boating During COVID 19
Where Can I Go Boating?
What Boat Ramps are Open in My Area?
What events are still going on?
Many events have been cancelled to limit spread of the coronavirus. Some are able to transition to a virtual. online version of the event, and some are postponed till later in the year, or the following year altogether. We are still posting events on our site, however we encourage you to check directly with the organizer before attending. You can see all the events here: usharbors.com/event-listings/
Help for Coastal Businesses
We are posting updates from any and all coastal business, organization or local authority. If you want to get word out to boaters in your area, you can submit news for our weekly update here: usharbors.com/supporting-our-coastal-businesses/
Health & Safety Filter
Coast Guard Icebreaker Healy Returns to Seattle After Arctic Patrol
By news.uscg.mil, Published in news.uscg.mil. The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Healy’s return to its Seattle home port marks the completion of another critical Arctic deployment that underscores America’s strategic presence in increasingly contested northern waters. As international activity intensifies in Arctic regions—including heightened foreign research vessel operations—the Coast Guard’s icebreaking… SEE MORE
U.S. Coast Guard Coastal Buoy Removal Proposal Update
After receiving nearly 3,000 public comments on the Coastal Buoy Modernization Proposal (NY to Maine), the Coast Guard has made adjustments to the proposed changes. New public comment deadline: Nov 13, 2025 October 1, 2025 | Source: Northeast Regional Ocean Council (NROC) The U.S. Coast Guard received nearly 3,000 public… SEE MORE
Coast Guard Seminar Explores Fishing Vessel Safety at Pacific Marine Expo
By Ben Hayden. The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) presented its “Fishing Vessel Safety Program Updates” seminar during day two of the Pacific Marine Expo. The session detailed challenges and partnerships aimed at improving safety within the commercial fishing industry, also providing a look at the Coast Guard’s work on policy enforcement, marine… SEE MORE
Rescue of Six Fishermen Shows Importance of Personal Locator Beacons
By Carli Stewart. Six fishermen were rescued, and their disabled vessel was towed to Satawal Atoll in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) after a coordinated search by international operations. The United States Coast Guard, one of the crews involved in the rescue efforts, has written statements about the importance… SEE MORE
Coast Guard Foundation Activates Disaster Relief after Beryl, Debby, Alaska Floods
By nationalfisherman.com. The Coast Guard Foundation opened its emergency disaster relief program to assist Coast Guard members and their families who have been affected by Hurricane Beryl, Tropical Storm Debby and glacial flooding in Juneau, Alaska. “The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season has already proven to be one of the most… SEE MORE
U.S. Coast Guard Issues Warning After Wind Turbine Blade Breaks Off at Vineyard Wind Farm
By Mike Schuler. The U.S. Coast Guard has advised mariners to exercise extreme caution following reports of a 300-foot-long piece of debris in the water near where an offshore wind turbine blade broke off at the Vineyard Wind offshore wind farm off Nantucket, Rhode Island. Vineyard Wind, a joint venture… SEE MORE
NOAA Announces National Heat Forecast Tool: HeatRisk
By NOAA. NOAA is expanding the availability of a new experimental heat tool called HeatRisk ahead of the hot summer months. A collaboration with NOAA’s National Weather Service (NWS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), HeatRisk provides information and guidance for those who are particularly vulnerable to… SEE MORE
U.S. Coast Guard Looking to Acquire Commercial Icebreaker ‘Aiviq’
By Malte Humpert. U.S. Coast Guard notice reveals the service is seeking to acquire the icebreaker Aiviq from a unit of Edison Chouest Offshore to help plug icebreaking capability gaps In a new public notice, the U.S. Coast Guard disclosed it intends to solicit a firm-fixed-price contract from Offshore Service… SEE MORE
