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Bay Scallop Season Opens July 17 in Pasco County
The 2020 recreational bay scallop season for Pasco County opens Friday, July 17 and will remain open through Sunday, July 26. This region includes all state waters south of the Hernando – Pasco county line and north of the Anclote Key Lighthouse in northern Pinellas County, and includes all waters of the Anclote… SEE MORE
Tips for Social Distancing on the Water
By Jennifer Burkett. Since boating is currently considered a safe outdoor activity in many locales, a large number of people across the country are turning to long days out on the water as the social distancing activity of choice. As boaters, we know that safety comes first, so it’s important… SEE MORE
10 Alluring Michigan Boating Spots Perfect for a Day on the Water
Michigan is a national center of classic boating, a hobby understood by simple geography alone—if not also by a summer climate perfect for outdoor pursuits. In the Mitten, you are never more than six miles from the nearest body of water. The state is home to the Great Lakes and… SEE MORE
Ohio Fishery Experts Deem Lake Erie #1 in World for Walleye
BY D’arcy Egan. They come in droves before the morning light, and they’re often gone before the sun sets. They’re anglers, arriving from all around the country, eager to test Lake Erie’s waters and catch a six-fish daily bag limit of the big lake’s legendary walleye. It is an experience… SEE MORE
Governors Island Will Reopen On July 15th
By Jen Carlson. Governors Island will reopen to the public on July 15th, about two months after they would typically open for the season. The announcement was made this morning, along with some changes for the Island and the ferries. Manhattan ferries will continue to run out of the Battery… SEE MORE
Acoustic Array Detects 4 Great White Sharks Off Block Island
By Paul Edward Parker. The Atlantic Shark Institute announced Wednesday that it has detected four great white sharks in the waters off Block Island. The institute discovered the sharks using an array of seven acoustics receivers set up as part of a long-term study of shark activity near the island,… SEE MORE
What to Know Before Visiting a Wisconsin State Park
With over 6 million acres of public land to explore, there's something here for everyone. Here's what you need to know before you head out to find your adventure at one of over 100 Wisconsin state park system properties: An annual park admission sticker is required for entry. Purchase before you go online or… SEE MORE
Permit Now Needed for Kayaking, Paddle Boarding in Oregon
By Amanda Rose. Many people are beating the heat this summer by escaping to lakes and rivers. But before you grab that paddle board or kayak, you’ll need a permit. Marine patrol deputies say many Oregonians don’t know about a new law which requires a ‘Waterway Access Permit’ for non-motorized boats 10… SEE MORE
"Women on the Water" Premiere--Wednesday, July 8th LIVE with Kirsten Neuschäfer--Solo Sailor, Expedition Skipper, & Golden Globe 2022 Racer
On Wednesday, July 8th at 12:00pm ET, the fourth video in US Harbors “Women on the Water” series will premiere LIVE on YouTube with Kirsten Neushcäfer, a solo trans-ocean sailor. Kirsten talks about what it takes to tackle the high-seas alone, share her experiences as the skipper Skip Novak’s research… SEE MORE
News from Our Coasts: Week of 6/29/2020
NEWS & UPDATES THIS WEEK Status Updates: Harbors & Marinas Around the Country News & Virtual Events from Our Partners Updates from Our Coastal Business Community Photos of the Week NOTE FROM THE EDITOR: To help our coastal community weather the pandemic, US Harbors is posting weekly news summaries of… SEE MORE
Full "Buck" Moon on the Fourth of July
July’s full Moon will rise after sunset in the evening of Saturday, July 4, before reaching peak illumination at 12:44 A.M. Eastern Time on Sunday, July 5. Look towards the southeast to watch it rise above the horizon. How fun for our bright satellite to join Independence Day fireworks in the night sky! Consult the Farmer's Almanac Moonrise… SEE MORE
Mississippi Permit Free Fishing July 4th
July 4 of each year is designated as Free Saltwater Sport Fishing Day on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Any person may saltwater sport fish without a recreational saltwater fishing license on July 4 in the marine waters of Mississippi. If you would like more information, please call 228-374-5000 or email [email protected] SEE MORE
