Block Island Sound, RI, Rhode Island Tides, Weather, Coastal News and Information

Tides & Weather in Block Island Sound, RI, Rhode Island

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UNCAS - 29' x 8'1" modified Buzzards Bay 18 sloop designed by N.G. Herreshoff and built by Artisan BoatworksÔªø, Rockport, Maine.

Perseverance Gala with the Herreshoff Marine Museum

December 10 @ 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

NOTE: This is a Virtual Event. Please join us, December 10th, for an exciting virtual gala, a 75-minute production featuring daunting sea stories, celebratory salutes from a few of your favorite sailors, a surprise Award ceremony, a live auction, and spoken word from our youth sail instructors! Stunning cinematography, cannons,… SEE MORE

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Latest News for Block Island Sound, RI, Rhode Island Filter

America's Great Loop on a Budget

11/19/2020 by US Harbors

Interest in the Great Loop, the 6,000-mile boat trip that circumnavigates the eastern US and part of Canada, is growing rapidly. But, as many consider taking on this adventure of a lifetime, a frequent question is “Can I afford it?” The simple answer is yes, as there are many ways… SEE MORE

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Slow Speed Zone SE of NYC to Protect Right Whales

11/18/2020 by US Harbors

In Effect Through December 2 NOAA Fisheries is triggering a Slow Zone (voluntary vessel speed restriction zone), southeast of New York City. This Slow Zone was triggered on November 17, 2020, when the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute acoustic monitoring buoy detected right whales in the New York Bight, New York. Mariners, please go around this… SEE MORE

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Paddling 101: Safety Tips

11/4/2020 by US Harbors

Any time you head out on the water, bringing the essential gear and clothing is important. A few additional safety measures are also in order on a non-guided tour: Bring a paddling buddy. When no guide is along, you should always go with another paddler who can summon help or provide… SEE MORE

Captain Mark Henderson, SiriusXM Fishing Team Talks About Marine Weather

How to Get Marine Weather on Your Chartplotter/MFD

10/23/2020 by Anastasia Fischer

Watch how Captain Henderson uses SiriusXM Marine Weather to stay safe! SiriusXM Marine provides up-to-date marine weather information and forecasts directly on your boat’s chartplotter/MFD. The service is delivered by satellite, giving you current situational awareness for up to 200 miles from the contiguous US. Plus, you can add SiriusXM… SEE MORE

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5 Tips for Buying a New or Used Boat

By Stacey Nedrow-Wigmore/BoatUS With families unable to spend their usual summer traveling, attending summer camp, or visiting friends and relatives due to the coronavirus pandemic, many more Americans turned to boating in 2020 than in years past. The National Marine Manufacturers Association reported that sales of new powerboats were up… Learn More