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Pink Salmon May Benefit as Pacific Arctic Warms
The Pacific Arctic is undergoing a rapid transformation. As temperatures rise and sea ice melts, some species will do better than others. A new study suggests that pink salmon may be one of those species. “Our results suggest that warming is both increasing freshwater habitat and improving early marine survival of pink… SEE MORE
Connecticut Fisheries Division COVID-19 Updates
On March 24, 2020, Governor Ned Lamont issued an Executive Order opening lakes, ponds, rivers and streams to fishing statewide. Opening the fishing season early helps to limit community spread of COVID-19, by eliminating the large crowds that often accompany the traditional Opening Day of fishing in April. During this time… SEE MORE
NOAA Undergraduate Scholarship Applications are Open
Are you interested in a scholarship and paid summer internship with NOAA? Consider applying for the Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship or the Educational Partnership Program with Minority Serving Institutions (EPP/MSI) Undergraduate Scholarship. Applications are open from September 1, 2020, through February 1, 2021. These prestigious scholarships provide students with an academic… SEE MORE
Enter to Win $15,000: BoatUS Foundation and Berkley Recast & Recycle Contest
Have you ever wondered how old, discarded fishing line is recycled and reused? You may be surprised to learn that turning fishing line into new products is labor intensive, requiring a series of workers to comb through, sort, clean, remove hooks and weights, and separate out miles of encrusted debris… SEE MORE
Great Lakes Water Temperatures Remain High
By Samantha Cantie. Lake Ontario broke a record this July for hottest surface water temperature ever recorded on the lake since 1995. Lake Ontario isn’t alone. All five of the Great Lakes’ surface water temperatures are still above their 1995-2020 averages as of Aug. 21, according to NOAA Great Lakes CoastWatch.… SEE MORE
5 Facts Versus Myths About Lightning
Lightning is a random act of nature that can strike at any time of the year, most often during summer months. So far this year, there have been 26 people reported to have been struck by lightning; 12 of those people died.* It might be cool to look at from a safe… SEE MORE
New Program for Eco-minded For-hire Fishing Guides
The Florida Friendly Fishing Guide certification recognizes saltwater and freshwater fishing guides who are committed to preserving the future of Florida’s fisheries through sustainable boating and fishing techniques. Established by UF/IFAS, Florida Sea Grant and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), the program helps guides provide a richer… SEE MORE
Register for the Virtual ASPBA2020 Conference
Re-connect with your coastal peers at this year’s virtual ASBPA national conference. With plenaries, online posters and live Q&A, you’ll have access to the same great coastal science and engineering content, without any travel costs. And student registration is just $75 ($105 for non-members)! Share your work and engage with… SEE MORE
Maryland Fishing Report Week of August 26th, 2020
Maryland Fishing Report – August 26 Melissa Schworm is all smiles with this beautiful dolphin caught on an Ocean City party boat. Photo by Monty Hawkin All areas of the Chesapeake Bay and tidal rivers are closed to striped bass fishing from Aug. 16 through Aug. 31. This closure is done to… SEE MORE
"Women on the Water": Lisa "The Boatanista" Almeida, Freedom Boat Club Owner
We recently had the chance to speak with Lisa "The Boatanista" Almeida for our "Women on the Water" series. Lisa is the owner of several Freedom Boat Club locations and a passionate advocate for people who want to try boating. US HARBORS: Thank you so much for chatting with… SEE MORE
Hurricane Laura to be ‘Catastrophic’ Category 4
By Andrew Freedman and Jason Samenow. Hurricane Laura is rapidly strengthening and is poised to strike the upper Texas coast and western Louisiana with a ferocity that has not been seen in this region in more than a decade. The storm, which has leaped from a Category 1 to a high-end… SEE MORE
Sailing 101: Luffing Rules Before the Start
By Adam Loory. Luffing before the starting signal is often mis-understood. Sailors should know that the rule makers give a lot of defensive and offensive powers to leeward boat on the starting line. That power comes from the following rules and definitions. 1. The definition of “Proper Course” states, “A… SEE MORE
