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Marine Economy is America's Powerhouse
By NOAA. America’s marine economy contributed about $361 billion of the nation’s gross domestic product in 2020. That is according to the most current results of the annual Marine Economy Satellite Account released today by two Department of Commerce agencies, NOAA and the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). These numbers… SEE MORE
Summer Solstice Around the World
By Joe Rao. The June solstice 2022, which is recognized as the official start of the summer in the Northern Hemisphere, will occur on Tuesday, June 21, at precisely 5:14 a.m. EDT (09:14 GMT). But for other parts of the world, the solstice is looked upon not as the start… SEE MORE
June 2022 - News from Our Coasts
COASTAL NEWS FOR JUNE Updates from US Harbors Best Harbors Announcement - Thanks so much to all of the winning harbors who were able to join our live announcement online! Congratulations to our winners, and thanks to the over 2,500 who participated by voting for their favorite harbor! Don't forget… SEE MORE
Protecting Seagrass Will Help Save Our Oceans
By United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). About 0.1 per cent of the ocean’s floor is covered in lanky green flowering plants known as seagrasses. Their often-sprawling meadows purify ocean water, shelter fish and provide food for thousands of marine species. But seagrass habitats have been in decline since 1930, with… SEE MORE
Free Online Boating Safety Courses
By BoatUS. Now that we are almost into July, one of the busiest months for recreational boating, it is a good time to brush up on boating safety. Recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard, approved by NASBLA and your state boating license agency, Boat US offers the only free online… SEE MORE
Celebrate Sea Turtles This Week!
By NOAA. Sea turtles are a key part of marine ecosystems worldwide, but they face many threats today. NOAA works to protect and conserve six sea turtle species found in U.S. waters. All are threatened or endangered. Sea Turtle Week is June 13–17, 2022! Join us in celebrating these marine reptiles… SEE MORE
Interactive map: Changes in Sea Level Over Time
By Rebecca Lindsey, Julia Engdahl, Nathan Murry, Analise Keeney, Ashley Miller, Chris Veras, and Audra Luscher. Global sea level has risen between 6 and 8 inches (15-20 cm) over the last 100 years. About one third of the increase is due to the thermal expansion of ocean water as it has gotten warmer, and about two-thirds… SEE MORE
Largest Striped Bass Tournament in the Northeast
The Striper Cup is a 5-month celebration of striped bass, and fishermen of all stripes are invited. It’s like no other fishing tournament, uniting thousands of participants from Chesapeake Bay to Maine. Join The Striper Cup, and you can compete for hundreds of valuable prizes. Then, come party at StriperFest… SEE MORE
9 Ways to Learn to Sail for (Practically) Free
By Shawn Buckles. Don't own a boat, but want to learn to sail? In this article, I'll share some ways that will actually help you to learn to sail and that are either cheap or free. Here are some great ways to learn how to sail on the cheap: Two… SEE MORE
Fishing 101: How to Release a Fish
By takemefishing.org. When learning how to release fish, there are conservation-minded steps that should be followed to help ensure higher survival rates for your catches. These specific actions, starting with tackle selection and continuing through resuscitation, will contribute to sustainable fishing efforts. Learning how to fish involves more than catching… SEE MORE
Free Fishing Days in 2022 in Your State
Free fishing days are a perfect opportunity for beginners to try out fishing for the first time. Please note that the individual states may place certain restrictions and other regulations may apply, so be sure to contact your state fish and wildlife agency for specific state regulations. 2022 Remaining Free… SEE MORE
Boating 101: Boat Launch Etiquette
By Discover Boating Every boater should know the rules of the road—or what's also come to be known as basic "boating etiquette" for safe, courteous navigation—before pulling away from the dock. However, there's another set of mostly unwritten rules comes into play at the launch ramp. A popular boat ramp can be a busy… SEE MORE