Boating, Fishing, and Travel Information for East Greenwich, RI

While about every Rhode Island harbor has some claim to nautical fame, few can match East Greenwich, which officially (and legitimately) claims to be the birthplace of the American Navy in 1775. Today, the village is seemingly a living museum of early American history (with at least a dozen national historic sites) and a family-friendly place with good dockage, good eating, and great nearby beaches.

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Police To Use Drones to Monitor Illegal Fireworks

7/4/2022 by Editor

By Rachel Showalter. This year will be the first time some Central Coast cities are using drone technology to monitor illegal fireworks on the Fourth of July. Most cities have some regulations to enforce safe and legal fireworks. Still, every year, many areas see an increased use of illegal fireworks.… SEE MORE

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Rare Black Gar Caught in Texas

7/3/2022 by Editor

By Captain Experiences Angler Surprise: Rare Black Alligator Gar Caught in Texas During another successful day of fly fishing for redfish, Captain Justin and angler Terrel Maguire happened upon an actual fish of a lifetime. Justin will tell you that seeing gator gar in the Texas coastal marsh is “very… SEE MORE

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Safety Tips for Night Boating

7/3/2022 by Editor

By Discover Boating. There are many reasons why you may find yourself out on the water after dark. You may be night fishing, taking a moonlit romantic cruise or getting back after a dinner that ran long. Night boating is different from day excursions and adds particular challenges. The good… SEE MORE

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