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How To See ‘Comet Of The Century’ NEOWISE
By Jamie Carter. Comet NEOWISE has been dazzling sky-watchers in the northern hemisphere, but it’s on the way out. On Wednesday, July 22 the comet will be at its closest to Earth (at 64 million miles, so no, it’s not dangerous!), but there are three reasons why you need to get out and… SEE MORE
Marine Debris Removal Grants Available from NOAA
The NOAA Marine Debris Program offers several nationwide, competitive funding opportunities for marine debris projects. These include: removal, prevention, and research grants. Open Opportunities The NOAA Marine Debris Program's FY2021 Marine Debris Removal grant competition (NOAA-NOS-ORR-2021-2006587) is open and soliciting Letters of Intent for review. Letters of Intent (LOIs) are due September… SEE MORE
Chicago Harbors COVID-19 Update
We’re happy to announce that the Chicago Harbors are open. During this unprecedented time, please keep in mind the following policies will be in place for the health of safety of our customers, staff, and the greater Chicago public. We are monitoring updates and will continue to operate according to recommendations… SEE MORE
Saildrones Begin Bering Sea Pollock Survey
By Kirk Moore. A trio of sail-powered autonomous vessels are underway in the Bering Sea to conduct a two-month survey of pollock, aimed to fill NMFS data gaps with the forced covid-19 cancellation of standard surveys by crewed science vessels. The saildrones launched from Alameda, Calif., in late May and… SEE MORE
Rockefeller Refuge Project Protects Vulnerable Louisiana Shoreline
NOAA and partners have completed construction on the Rockefeller Refuge Gulf Shoreline Stabilization Project in southwest Louisiana. This project will reduce erosion along the Gulf of Mexico shoreline and protect valuable marsh habitat in Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge. Established in 1920, the 71,000-acre Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge is a sanctuary for wildlife and fish, as well… SEE MORE
4 Helpful Tips for Wearing a Face Mask in Hot Weather
By Krista Garcia. Now that summer is here, you might feel like taking a break from the chaos that’s unfolded. But unfortunately, the coronavirus is going strong. That means diligently wearing a face mask is about to get a whole lot harder—and sweatier. However, safety doesn’t have to come at… SEE MORE
Mid-July Completion Date Expected for Gulf State Pier Renovations
By David Rainer. Lamar Pendergrass believes in the old saying that good things come to those who wait. The timing of the renovations to Gulf State Park Pier is not what was planned, but Pendergrass assures everyone it will be worth the wait. “This is going to be what sets… SEE MORE
Maine Maritime Academy Announces Fall 2020 Semester Plans
Maine Maritime Academy will reopen campus, holding in-person courses, beginning August 31. “Our faculty and staff have been working tirelessly to develop ways in which we can deliver a rigorous academic experience for our students while also prioritizing the health and safety of our community given the ongoing threats posed by… SEE MORE
$20 Million in 2020 NOAA Funding Recommended for Great Lakes Habitat Restoration
Investments in Great Lakes habitat restoration will benefit local economies, strengthen healthy ecosystems and fisheries, and support resilient communities. Restoration work underway at Howard Marsh in Lucas County, Ohio. (Photo: Metroparks Toledo) NOAA Fisheries is recommending nearly $20 million in Great Lakes Restoration Initiative funding. It will support new and existing multi-year… SEE MORE
Beluga Whale Sighted Off San Diego Coast Mystifies Scientists
By Jason G. Goldman. It was a balmy Friday morning in June when Domenic Biagini, whale-watching tour captain and wildlife photographer, steered his 25-foot boat out of San Diego's Mission Bay with six clients on board. The plan was to find some whales—perhaps a migrating blue whale—so he radioed Lisa LaPointe,… SEE MORE
Tropical Storm Fay Forecast to Make Landfall Along Mid-Atlantic
Tropical Storm Fay, currently located off the Mid-Atlantic coast is forecast to move northward and make landfall near New York City tonight. Impacts from Fay will extend across parts of the Mid-Atlantic into Southern New England including moderate to locally heavy rainfall and flash flood potential near and north of… SEE MORE
Maryland Fishing Report Week of July 8th, 2020
By Keith Lockwood. This is a marvelous time of year to enjoy Maryland’s outdoors, and recreational crabbing is just one way to get onto the quiet tidal creeks and rivers of the Chesapeake Bay. Fishing the Chesapeake Bay is a time-honored tradition. While anglers often set their sights on striped… SEE MORE
