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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
Blue Pike: Long Gone But Not Forgotten
By James Proffitt. One of the last known (and most famous) blue pike was landed by hook and line in 1962. In 1983, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service declared the blue pike extinct. Yet, nearly 40 years later, the population remains robust and healthy – in the hearts and… SEE MORE
Best Nature Trails on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
By Mark W. LaSalle, Phd. It is always risky to choose the best of anything, including places where nature is seen at its best. For those of us who frequent those “best” places, we are picky in how we define them as such. For the purpose of this list, the… 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
Orca Sightings Way Up This Year
By Paul Hunter. Orca sightings have been off the hook this year, all along the southern coast. They normally feed on baby gray whales during their annual migration north to Alaska, starting in late March to early June. They’re also known to swim closer to land to snack on sea… 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
5 Ways to Celebrate the 4th of July on your Boat
By Discover Boating July 4th is always one of the most popular boating weekends of the year—and therefore, you are hereby granted the ultimate excuse to make it a weekend-long boating vacation. If you’ve never celebrated America's birthday on the water, you’re in for a treat. From boating activities you can start… 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
Fishing 101: Best Lures to Use for Summer Bass Fishing
By Debbie Hanson. Warm and balmy days are on the way, which means it's time to add the best summer bass lures to your tackle box. Not sure which lures will help you score a largemouth on the warmest days of the year? Check out five bass fishing lures that… 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