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Must-Know Rules for 2020 Summer Boating During COVID 19

5/5/2020

This summer will be different... And with some minor adjustments we can all still have a great time on the water. We've aggregated the best suggestions for boating this summer 2020 season. We want to make sure our waterways stay safely open this summer, so the responsibility is ours. Share… SEE MORE

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Boating is Back in Washington

5/4/2020

By Trade Only Today Editors. Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced a partial reopening of outdoor activities would be rolled out May 5, including hunting, fishing, boating and golf. In addition, areas managed by Washington’s Department of Natural Resources will reopen for use during daylight hours. “Outdoor recreation is one of… SEE MORE

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News from Our Coasts :: Week of 4/27/2020

5/1/2020

NOTE FROM THE EDITOR: To help our coastal community weather the pandemic, US Harbors is posting weekly news summaries of updates and announcements received from our coastal community, including timely information on the status of harbors and marinas around the country. The deadline for submission is Thursday, 11PM ET. Items received… SEE MORE

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https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/30/us/newsom-beaches-california-coronavirus.html?referringSource=articleShare

Frustrated by Crowds, Coastal States Weigh What to Do About Beaches

5/1/2020

By Patricia Mazzei, Shawn Hubler and Thomas Fuller. MIAMI — The salty breeze and ocean waves have beckoned stir-crazy residents of the coast back to their beloved beaches, social distancing norms be damned. But how to prevent beach blankets and lawn chairs from becoming new founts of coronavirus infection has… SEE MORE

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Michigan Lifts Restrictions on Motorized Boating

4/27/2020

On Friday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed executive order 2020-59, extending her “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order through May 15. The new order also removed some restrictions on outdoor activities like motorized boating – a top priority of the recreational boating community. Leading up to the decision, NMMA worked with members of Michigan’s… SEE MORE

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News from Our Coasts (Week of 4/20/2020)

4/24/2020

NOTE FROM THE EDITOR: To help our coastal community weather the pandemic, US Harbors is now posting weekly news summaries of updates and announcements received from our coastal community, including timely information on the status of harbors and marinas around the country. The deadline for submission is Thursday, 11PM ET. Items… SEE MORE

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News from Our Coasts (Week of 4/13/2020)

4/17/2020

NOTE FROM THE EDITOR: US Harbors is now posting a weekly news summary of announcements and stories received from our coastal community. This is the first of our weekly posts, and includes timely information on what people who boat and fish should/should not do during the COVID-19 outbreak as well as… SEE MORE

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Coast Guard Makes Masks for Fight Against COVID-19

4/13/2020

NORTH BEND, OR. -- Coast Guard aviation survival technicians, better known as rescue swimmers, undergo some of the most intense training available in any military branch. They are highly conditioned rescue and survival experts drilled to operate in a variety of adverse maritime environments. Rescue swimmers achieve proficiency in advanced skills such as helicopter… SEE MORE

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News from Our Coasts (Week of 4/6/2020)

4/10/2020

NOTE FROM THE EDITOR: US Harbors is now posting a weekly news summary of announcements and stories received from our coastal community. This is the first of our weekly posts, and includes timely information on what people who boat and fish should/should not do during the COVID-19 outbreak as well as… SEE MORE

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Washington Fishing & Hunting Bans Extended Until May 4th

4/8/2020

By Annette Cary. The state of Washington has extended its closure of fishing and hunting seasons through May 4, after reconsidering seasons on Monday. “We talked with multiple county health officials throughout the state and asked them what their advice would be and they’re telling us that, right now, this is what’s… SEE MORE

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https://www.nps.gov/aboutus/news/public-health-update.htm

CDC Recommended COVID-19 Household Checklist

4/6/2020

As a family, you can plan and make decisions now that will protect you and your family during a COVID-19 outbreak. Stay informed and in touch Get up-to-date information about local COVID-19 activity from public health officials Ask your neighbors what their plan includes. Create a list of local organizations… SEE MORE

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Links to Coastal State Offices and Local Fish & Wildlife Depts.

4/6/2020

Trying to get out of the house for some fresh air but not sure about the latest COVID-19 closures in your state? Click the links below to find out current regulations and up-to-date closures in your area. US Fish and Wildlife Service https://www.fws.gov/home/state-by-state-closures.html Alabama https://www.alabama.gov/ https://www.outdooralabama.com/ Alaska http://alaska.gov/ https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/ California… SEE MORE

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