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2022 "Best Harbors in the U.S." Announced
Popular Vote Determines Winners of the 2022 "Best Harbor in the US" Contest Rockland, ME — After 6 weeks of online voting the 4th annual “Best Harbor in the U.S.” contest has been decided! Over 2,500 people voted for their favorite harbors, and by popular vote the following harbors claimed this year's… SEE MORE
Safety 101: How To Prepare Your Boat for a Hurricane
The experts at BoatUS offer their top tips on how to give your pride and joy its best chance for surviving a storm. U.S. Navy Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, who commanded allied air, land, and sea forces during World War II, said it best: “The time for taking all measures… SEE MORE
May 2022 - News from Our Coasts
NEWS & UPDATES FOR MAY We have just one week left in our search for the BEST HARBOR in the US! Click HERE to vote for your community today! Every entry is included in a drawing for a free inflatable SUP! **No purchase or payment necessary to enter. Must be… SEE MORE
Chemical-Free Cleaning Products to Keep Your Boat Looking Great
Use the best in innovative cleaning products to keep you and your family safe from harsh chemicals, while keeping your boat looking beautiful! Zoppinh.com brings you this amazing collection from Ewbank, a UK company that has been providing tools for chemical-free cleaning since 1850. The Steam Chief, a 1800W Stem… SEE MORE
Boating 101: Spring Checklist
By John Page Williams. Hooray for spring! It’s time to get out on the water. But first, make sure your boat is ready to run smoothly, reliably, and safely. (And even if you have been fishing all winter, it’s a good time to check over your rig for an even… SEE MORE
Best Harbor 2022 Leaderboard
With just over two weeks left to VOTE for your Best Harbor, a few clear coastal favorites have emerged. Don't see your favorite harbor in the list below? Get out and vote today! Not only will the winning harbor get bragging rights, the Grand Winner and Regional Winner harbors will… SEE MORE
Safety 101: What To Do If a Tree Falls On Your House During a Storm
By The Dekanski Home Selling Team. Do you know what you would do if a tree fell on your house? It's okay if you don't; no one likes to think about worst-case scenarios. However, thinking ahead and making plans can help you be as safe as possible in the unlikely… SEE MORE
Women on the Water: Kristen Frohnhoefer, President of Sea Tow
Kristen Frohnhoefer, President of Sea Tow joins Anastasia Fischer, President of US Harbors for our "Women on the Water" video series. As Kirsten says, she learned to bleed Sea Tow yellow at a young age. With more than 25 years of experience, she is a wealth of information when it… SEE MORE
Tips for Being Prepared in Advance of a Hurricane or Tropical Storm
The best time to prepare for a hurricane is before hurricane season begins. It is vital to understand your home's vulnerability to storm surge, flooding, and wind. Here is your checklist of things to do in advance of hurricane season. Know your zone: Do you live near the Gulf or Atlantic… SEE MORE
April 2022 - News from Our Coasts
NEWS & UPDATES FOR APRIL Updates from US Harbors Harbor News Updates from Our Partners Upcoming Events Updates from Our Coastal Community Photos of the Month We are one week into our search for the BEST HARBOR in the US! Each year millions of users around the country have a… SEE MORE
Voting Begins in Search for 2022's "Best Harbor" in the U.S.
On Monday, April 18th 2022 voting began in our 4th annual “Best Harbor in the U.S.” contest! Participation is free and open to everyone. Vote for your harbor HERE. Voting for this year’s Best Harbor contest is open from April 18th through May 31st, 2022. Participation is limited to one vote… SEE MORE
What New Boaters Need to Know: The Best of Boating 101
Now that summer is just around the corner and social distancing rules are being lifted across the country, we can't wait to safely hit the water this summer! We've collected some of our most important boating and safety articles for a quick refresh before you leave the dock. This SPRING… SEE MORE