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Five of Our Favorite Historic Lighthouses
In honor of National Lighthouse Day, we have compiled a list of a few of our favorite lighthouses from around the country. Most of these structures have spent the better part of 100 (or in some cases 200) years protecting boaters from harm. Let us know if you have a… SEE MORE
Maryland Fishing Report Week of August 5th, 2020
Maryland Fishing Report – August 5th, 2020 Mia Spiker traveled to lower Trappe with her family to enjoy some fishing for white perch – and was delighted with the first fish she has ever caught. Photo by Herb Floyd August seems to have arrived in the blink of an eye,… SEE MORE
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How To Prepare Your Boat for a Hurricane
The experts at BoatUS offer their top tips on how to give your pride and joy its best chance for surviving a storm. U.S. Navy Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, who commanded allied air, land, and sea forces during World War II, said it best: “The time for taking all measures… Learn More
Number of Fish Types in Chicago Waters Increase
By The Associated Press. The variety of fish swimming in Chicago’s rivers have increased in recent decades, which authorities attribute to a decline in pollution, according to a sampling study released Monday by the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District. The report claims there are nearly 60 different types of fish swimming… SEE MORE
NOAA Unveils 10-year Roadmap for Tackling Ocean, Great Lakes Acidification
NOAA unveiled its new 10-year research roadmap to help the nation’s scientists, resource managers, and coastal communities address acidification of the open ocean, coasts, and Great Lakes. “Ocean acidification puts the United States’ $1 billion shellfish industry and hundreds of thousands of jobs at risk,” said Kenric Osgood, Ph.D., chief of the… SEE MORE
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Mass CARES Act Fisheries Relief
Massachusetts has been allocated $28 million from the CARES Act for fisheries relief. Updated as of 3 p.m., August 3, 2020. On May 7, 2020, the U.S. Secretary of Commerce announced the allocation of $300 million in fisheries assistance funding provided by Sec. 12005 of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and… SEE MORE
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National Hard Crab Derby
Crisfield, MD September 2 - September 6
Crisfield's National Hard Crab Derby is an annual Labor Day weekend event. The unique crab themed festival features crab races, crab cooking and picking contests, carnival rides, arts and crafts, vendors, live entertainment, beauty pageants, a parade, fireworks and more. SEE MORE
Hampton Beach Seafood Festival
Hampton, NH September 11 - September 13
With Ocean Boulevard closed to vehicular traffic, a safe and enjoyable seaside pedestrian promenade is formed. The Hampton Beach Seafood Festival has been acclaimed as "One of the Top 100 Events in North America", by the American Bus Association for many years! Event attendance is now estimated as exceeding 150,000!… SEE MORE
Hawaii Fish and Dive Expo
Honolulu, HI October 24 - October 25
The Hawaii Fish and Dive EXPO brings the best brands in the sport of fishing and diving to Hawaii. Featuring over 100 vendors from diving, fishing, boating, hunting, marine accessories, ocean-related apparel, and other outdoor lifestyle companies offering the best deals for the fall and holiday giving. Some of the… SEE MORE
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