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US Commerce Declares Fishing Disasters for 7 States
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross has declared fishing disasters for seven states on three coasts. “Fishing is the cornerstone of countless coastal economies and has been a way of life for generations of Americans,” he said in a brief news release Wednesday. “This determination acknowledges the… SEE MORE
Are You Meeting General Coast Guard Requirements?
By Christine Morford. In 2018 alone, there were a reported 4,145 recreational boating accidents resulting in 633 deaths. Where cause of death was known, 77% of boating accident victims drowned, the vast majority of which were not wearing a life jacket. These harrowing statistics are proof of the dangers open… SEE MORE
New Intracoastal Supermarket Will Allow You to Dock While You Shop
By David Lyons. Attention boaters: There may soon be a Publix where you’ll be able to ease into a dock, scoop up some groceries and sail away without having to worry about South Florida’s traffic jams and parking lot fender benders. The idea has gained traction after TransAmerican Development Corp.… SEE MORE
The World's Oceans Are in Danger, Major Climate Change Report Warns
By Brad Plumer. WASHINGTON — Earth’s oceans are under severe strain from climate change, a major new United Nations report warns, threatening everything from the ability to harvest seafood to the well-being of hundreds of millions of people living along the coasts. Rising temperatures are contributing to a drop in fish… SEE MORE
The Maine Boat Show - Maine's Newest Boat Show
Debuting this fall at Thompson’s Point in Portland, The Maine Boat Show will feature dozens of Maine’s finest boat dealers, builders, services and marine related vendors. The October 4-6 event is produced by the Maine Marine Trades Association, a nonprofit industry association. A fall boat show is new for the organization according… SEE MORE
Delaware Fishing Report Week of September 19th
DELAWARE BAY - As this is written we are on the third day of another dry nor’easter. Boats have not been out on the ocean or bay since Monday and may not get out until Saturday. What they will find is anybody’s guess. Prior to the blow, the bay was… SEE MORE
Audubon Declares a 'Bird Emergency' After Huge Losses Revealed
Today, Science published a study by a joint team of conservation biologists describing a grim picture: a steady decline of nearly three billion North American birds since 1970, primarily as a result of human activities. In other words, within one human lifetime, North America lost more than one quarter of… SEE MORE
Connecticut Fishing Report Week of September 19th, 2019
ATLANTIC BONITO & LITTLE TUNNY fishing is very good. Atlantic Bonito and Little Tunny (False Albacore, Albies) have been reported at The Race, Niantic Bay, Jordan Cove, Sunken Island, Middleground, Norwalk Islands, South Benson Pier, Stratford Shoal and Sasco Beach. These lightning fast fish are so quick and schools move… SEE MORE
Army Corps of Engineers Waives Fees on National Public Lands Day
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced today that it will waive day use fees normally charged at boat launch ramps and swimming beaches at its recreation areas nationwide in recognition of National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 28. The waiver does not apply to… SEE MORE
Maryland Fishing Report Week of September 18th, 2019
By Keith Lockwood. The change of seasons is always a push-and-pull affair – recently it seemed that summer is just not ready to let go. This is a wonderful time of the year to enjoy the outdoor activities Maryland’s warm weather affords, and is perhaps the best time of the… SEE MORE
Tropical Storm Jerry Could Strengthen this Week
By Christina Maxouris. Another tropical storm has formed in the Atlantic and could strengthen into a hurricane by the end of the week. Jerry, the 10th named storm of this year's Atlantic hurricane season, was 855 miles east of the Leeward Islands late Wednesday morning. It had maximum sustained winds… SEE MORE
New Hampshire Recreational Saltwater Fishing Regulations
Recreational saltwater fishing in New Hampshire provides diverse opportunities. Saltwater anglers can cast a line from boats, bridges, jetties or the beach. Many saltwater fish species are available along the coast and in our rivers and bays. Recreational saltwater fishing in N.H. requires a recreational saltwater license. See Recreational Licenses for details. Below are… SEE MORE
