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Anna Receives Nomination for 2019 Classic Boat Award
What can we say about Anna that has not already been said? Since her launch last spring Anna has become one of the most written about and celebrated Spirit-of-Tradition boats of the year. After a season spent competing in New England races like the Camden Classic and Eggemoggin Reach Regatta,… SEE MORE
US Harbors Receives Major Grant from Maine Technology Institute
US Harbors receives major grant from Maine Technology Institute to improve the functionality of our site. We are extremely excited to announce that, thanks to the Maine Technology Institute, we have received a grant of $90,000 to help us improve our technology and user experience! Grants from the Maine Technology… SEE MORE
Regulators to Consider Reducing Lobstermen's Lines to Protect Right Whales
Regulators will consider removing up to 40 percent of the lines that link seabed lobster traps to buoys on the surface, taking the step in the hopes of protecting the endangered North Atlantic right whale and avoiding federal restrictions on the lobster fishery. Fishermen who serve on the American Lobster… SEE MORE
Rising Seas Swallow $403 Million in New England Home Values
Data scientists from First Street Foundation and Columbia University have expanded their peer-reviewed housing market research to include 2.5 million coastal properties in Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island and found that increased tidal flooding caused by sea level rise has eroded $403.1 million in relative home values between… SEE MORE
New Doughdish Sloop Finds a Home on Penobscot Bay
Doughdish No. 536 has been launched and happily placed on her island mooring on Vinalhaven. She is right at home among the Herreshoff 12.5s, Stuart Knockabouts, and other classic yachts that sail among the islands, both large and small, of Penobscot Bay. SEE MORE
Changing Light On The Maine Coast
The Maine Coast is beautiful in all seasons, and in all times of the day. The light changes constantly, providing a scenic backdrop that is never quite the same. In the last year, my trusty Nikon has provided me with ample evidence of the light and its magical unpredictability. SEE MORE
Late Summer On Penobscot Bay
Late Summer in Penobscot Bay is a special time. Every summer, I am fortunate enough to travel to the many islands and communities that comprise this spectacular stretch of saltwater. Nikon at the ready, and Lucy by my side, I have collected a few of my favorite memories. SEE MORE
Two Matching 10.5 Meter Tenders Launched by Hodgdon Custom Tenders
Hodgdon Custom Tenders, the Superyacht tender division of Hodgdon, has launched a 10.5 meter limousine tender and a 10.5 meter open tender at Hodgdon Yacht Services on Southport, Maine. The matching pair was designed by Michael Peters Yacht Design of Sarasota, Florida and will be delivered later this year to… SEE MORE
Bring Your Boat to the "Small Boat Love-In" at the Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors Show
Small-boat enthusiasts who love to show off their boats will want to trailer their beloved craft to Rockland for the 2017 Small-Boat Love-In. This groovy gathering of power, sail, and human-powered boats under 22 feet in length will take place during the 15th Annual Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors Show,… SEE MORE
Rockland Main Street, Inc. - two great parties in one Summer Solstice Celebration! June 17, 2017
FREE Family-friendly Outdoor Street Party, 4:00-7:00 PM, complete with Live Bands, Food Vendors, Crafts, Games & Activities - and then - Adults-ONLY Dock Party, 6:00-10:30 PM, complete with the Live Band "JUST TEACHERS" and DJ Dan Miller, BIG Dance Floor, Games, Cash Bar, NO COVER CHARGE, Indoor/Outdoor venue overlooking Rockland… SEE MORE
Engineering Solutions
When Steve Parrot arrived at GIBY with his recently acquired Westerly 57, he filled out a Winter Storage & Work Order form and checked off boxes for services he wanted performed on his new boat. One of the boxes he checked was for a Rig Inspection. Not a bad idea… SEE MORE
A Craftsman's Touch
This winter, as part of his contribution to GIBY’s team effort to restore and refit a vintage (1974) Herreshoff 18 Harbor Pilot Launch, Matt Meader applied a craftsman’s touch. Here’s a look at some of the carpentry work involved in the project. First, Matt replaced an old, split console door… SEE MORE