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Coastal Boating News Archive from 2019
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12-2019
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S.I. No 672 of 2019 European Union (International Labour Organisation Work in Fishing Convention) (Working Hours) Regulations 2019
aims to
ensure decent conditions of work in the fishing sector with regard to minimum
requirements for work on board fishing vessels |
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Viking Decendents Gather for Atlantic crossing
Sunday afternoon the 15th of December some 60 crew from 18
boats gathered in Las Palmas marina for the first time. |
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The Ocean Race 2021-22 announces stop in China
The 2021-22 edition of The Ocean Race will make one stop in
Asia, with the city of Shenzhen proudly serving as the host city for the
iconic, fully-crewed, offshore race. |
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Fish, Algae, and Oysters: The Winning Trio in Aquaculture
Most older methods of fish farming, or
aquaculture, have focused on growing only a single species of sea life, for
example, salmon. Modern aquaculture systems involve the cultivation of two or
more species together, based on what happens normally in the food chain |
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World Sailing Trust partners with SailGP Inspire
Unfortunately,
this once again shows that World Sailing, which established the World Sailing
Trust in 2018, is only focussed on sailboat racing. |
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Shedding light in the dark: radar satellites lead the way
Spare a thought this Christmas for
researchers hunkered down on their Polarstern icebreaker, adrift in the frozen Arctic
Ocean. Subjected to temperatures as low as –45°C and the perpetual darkness of
the polar winter |
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GOST® NT-Evolution 2.0 Defends Vessel from Electronics Theft for the Third Time
It was instrumental
in thwarting an attempted electronics theft in Lighthouse Point, Florida. |
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World Sailing Trust release Women in Sailing Strategic Review
The World Sailing Trust is pleased to release its Strategic Review into Women in Sailing, a report that explores gender balance and makes a case for change to address disparities within the sport. |
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Keep your friends and family safely anchored with Happy Hooking - The Art of Anchoring for only $25
Happy Hooking is a very
readable book loaded with valuable information on anchoring tackle, anchoring
technique, tying up and rafting, anchoring etiquette, as well as the occasional
anecdote - simply stated a must have! |
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The Ocean Race confirms its return to Auckland
As The Ocean Race approaches its 50th anniversary, the event will be returning to New Zealand for the 12th time. All but one of those stops have been in Auckland, the City of Sails. |
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Coast Guard seeks input from North Carolina
commercial and
recreational mariners
for an assessment of navigation requirements in the
vicinity of Shackleford Banks and Harker's Island, North Carolina. |
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Automatic Identification System Private Aids to Navigation approved to mark SpaceX launch restricted zones
The U.S. Coast Guard approved the use of a series of Automatic Identification System Private Aids to Navigation (AIS PATON) to mark restricted navigation areas around commercial space launches. |
11-2019
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Cape Town will host The Ocean Race for 12th time
No other city has hosted the fleet more, and this
will be the eighth consecutive stopover for Cape Town, which marks the gateway
to the Southern Ocean legs of the race. |
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Coast Guard urges caution ahead of forecasted heavy weather along California coast
Some areas are expected to see gale-force winds at 50 mph and up to 35-foot breaking surf. |
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Tides and Tables – PredictWind Feature Update
The design team
started with a clean sheet and went from the ground up creating the design,
with input from customers and the PredictWind support team who are all
experienced sailors. |
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The Summer Isles A Voyage of the Imagination, By Philip Marsden - Hardcover and Kindle
Eloquently spoken, full of lore balanced with fact, honest about both trepidation and joy, inquisitive about the history of places and people, it was a beautiful journey alongside the author visiting some of the most magical places on earth: in the West of Ireland and Scotland. |
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Jon Sanders Leaves on Historic 11th Circumnavigation
Jon is sailing to help stop plastic pollution of the oceans (noplasticoceans.org), supported by the OCC Challenge Grant and Mindaroo Foundation |
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Gevo Makes Renewable Low-Carbon Biofuels That Help Boats Run Better
All boaters who use gasoline engines can benefit from isobutanol, an oxygenate blendstock that mixes with gasoline, and improves performance and reliability. |
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McMichael Yacht Yards and Brokers Becomes 2020 Bermuda Race Sponsor
McMichael Yacht Yards and Brokers’ relationship with the bi-annual race
goes back over 80 years to when the company began operations in 1935. |
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Canadian Sailing Directions available for free download
The Sailing Directions booklets are an indispensable
companion to nautical charts. |
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Coast Guard intercepts a suspected narcotic-trafficking semi-submersible vessel,
seizes approximately 5,000 pounds of cocaine |
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PredictWind Forecasts More Accurate Than Ever
10 years of development has culminated in the release of the most accurate iteration of the PWG & PWE forecast model to date. |
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New Bill Will Help Ensure Taxes Paid by Boaters Fund Boating Programs
Reps. Cunningham, Graves introduce bipartisan Sport Fish Restoration and Recreational Boating Safety Act of 2019 |
10-2019
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The Cruising Association confirms expert speakers, top marine brand exhibitors & Tom Cunliffe as special guest speaker
The Cruising Association (CA) is hosting an Open Weekend at its London headquarters at CA House |
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World Sailing and the America’s Cup look forward to the 36th edition
World Sailing and the Defender and Challenger of Record have reached agreement for the next edition of the America’s Cup. |
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Marco Gradoni becomes youngest Rolex World Sailor of the Year and Anne-Marie Rindom receives female honour
The World Sailing Awards celebrate outstanding achievement and exceptional contributions to the sport of sailing. |
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Propspeed Introduces Foulfree Coating for Transducers
Foulfree releases marine growth, reducing the maintenance needed to keep transducers clean and streamlining water flow. |
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SOS: Recreational Boat Is Stuck … in a Cave?
A recreational fishing boat accidentally ends up deep inside a Southern California cave and provides a lesson or two for all boat owners |
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What is Your Vision of the Future for the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary?
The Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary is giving recreational boaters and anglers the unique opportunity to help shape its future |
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Randall Reeves receives commendation from the Ocean Cruising Club
upon completion of the Figure 8 Voyage, solo around Antarctica and the Americas in one season |
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The First Recipients of the New Ocean Cruising Club Challenge Grant are Announced:
Bert terHart and Jon Sanders, have been selected to receive the first OCC Challenge Grants |
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2023 Ocean Globe Race attracts first entries
Early response to the 2023 Ocean Globe Race, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the first Whitbread Round the World Race has been enthusiastic. |
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Suntex Marinas Makes Investment into the Bahia Mar Yachting Center and Focuses on Premier Properties
Suntex is poised to offer guests an unparalleled marina
experience on the Atlantic Coast or Intracoastal Waterway |
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Sailing Convention for Women Combines Learning, Camaraderie and Fun
A place where women can enjoy the camaraderie
of other women sailors, learn from top instructors both on the water and in the
classroom, and have plenty of fun. |
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Recall of Marlin personal flotation devices
Marlin
Australia PTY, Ltd., has recalled lot 14442C1 of personal flotation devices
(PFD) approved by the U.S. Coast Guard |
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Randall Reeves to Complete Figure 8 Voyage Around Antarctica and the Americas on October 19
This solo journey would take him around the Antarctic through the Southern Ocean, then up the coast of the Americas and through the Northwest Passage to return to San Francisco. |
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U.S. Government: Recreational Boating Is a Big Deal in the U.S.
Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) has reaffirmed that outdoor recreation activities are a significant driver of economic activity in the country, making up 2.2% ($247.2 billion) of the U.S. Gross Domestic Product (GDP). |
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Can the Oceans turn the tide on the Climate Crisis?
As we pump more greenhouse gases into the
atmosphere, the world is warming at an alarming rate, with devastating
consequences. |
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The Importance of Getting The Right Answer
When you are looking for an opinion on a specific matter, it is ideal that you ask someone who is knowledgeable in that department. |
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An Excellent Turnout for the 2019 Newport International Boat Show
Exhibitors and sponsors such as Marine Max,
Sabre Yachts and Helly Hansen Newport, reported robust sales and are already
discussing plans for 2020 – the 50th anniversary of the Show. |
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Down Under Rally Offshore Cruising Preparation Course Saved My Life!
The only thing that could be more devastating would be for the captain or
crew of a vessel to have been seriously injured or worse still, have lost their
life. |
09-2019
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102 Submit Advance Entries to 2020 Newport Bermuda Race
An earlier, simpler entry process has encouraged a large fleet of offshore racers to commit to race the 52nd “Thrash to the Onion Patch” next June |
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VHF-Reimagined – Vesper Marine Announces Cortex
World’s First Marine VHF Radio with Touchscreen Handsets, Integrated SOTDMA smartAIS Transponder and Remote Vessel Monitoring |
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Coast Guard to set Port Condition ZULU in the U.S. Virgin Islands due to Tropical Storm Karen
Ports in Puerto Rico will remain in Port Condition X-Ray until further notice. |
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Spectacular YJA MS Amlin Yachtsman of the Year and YJA MS Amlin Young Sailor of the Year 2019 Awards and Gala dinner
The event drew together the
great and the good of the marine world, distinguished guests and many previous
winners of the awards. |
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Rhode Island Marine Trades Association Presents 2019 Anchor Award to Cynthia Goss
The Award is given to a person or organization who, by their work and
efforts, brings international attention to the marine-trades industry in Rhode
Island. |
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Notice from the Association of Bahamas Marinas
The best way to support the relief and recovery effort is through a monetary contribution to one of our trusted partners or a donation of specific goods |
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Newport International Boat Show Leads the Way to a Strong Boat Show Season
Newport Exhibition Group announced today that it has organized more educational activities and attractions for showgoers than ever before |
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Proposed termination of Coast Guard medium frequency broadcast of Navigational Telex (NAVTEX) and shift to satellite
This notice requests public comment on the
possibility of terminating the MF NAVTEX broadcast. |
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Merchant Mariner Medical Manual now available
The guidance in this Manual should assist in evaluating a mariner applicant’s physical and medical status to meet the requirements of the merchant mariner medical certificate. |
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New Lowrance® PSI-1 Performance Sonar Interface Brings LiveSight™ Sonar Support to HDS Carbon Displays
Anglers will enjoy the capability to track lure and fish movements in real time with wider coverage and at greater range |
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Jeanne Socrates sails into the record books again!
Jeanne Socrates has sailed into Victoria BC harbour on 7th September after
successfully completing another single-handed unassisted nonstop
circumnavigation. |
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Coast Guard continues response efforts in Bahamas due to Hurricane Dorian
The Coast Guard is supporting the Bahamas National Emergency Management Agency and the Royal Bahamas Defence Force, who are leading search and rescue efforts. |
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Coast Guard prepares for Hurricane Dorian impacts in North Carolina and Virginia
The Coast Guard continues to monitor the progress of Hurricane Dorian as it impacts the East Coast, Thursday |
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Helping you help – Disaster Relief Projects
Helping those in Dorian's path through partnerships with the SSCA on own sailboats and the aviation community |
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Coast Guard sets Port Condition Zulu in Morehead City and Wilmington, North Carolina
Port Condition Zulu is a dangerous condition in which gale-force winds are possible within 12 hours.
In Port Condition Zulu, the port is closed and all port operations are suspended. |
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Coast Guard sets port condition Yankee for Hampton Roads
sustained gale-force winds are possible within 24 hours. |
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Coast Guard issues cautions for vessels transiting to the Bahamas
Coast Guard advises mariners to not attempt voyages into the Northern Bahamas until further notice due to the devastating effects of Hurricane Dorian. |
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Coast Guard sets Port Condition X-ray for Port of Virginia at 9 a.m. on Tuesday
due to predicted sustained tropical storm force winds generated by Hurricane Dorian that may arrive within the next 48 hours. |
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Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs)
– Deployment in Kenmare
The Department of Transport, Tourism and
Sport has been advised that there will be a deployment of ADCP current meters
on the sea floor in Kenmare, Co. Kerry. Current meters will be mounted in a
stainless-steel frame at the location provided in the Notice .pdf |
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The Hurricane Watch Net
The Hurricane Watch Net (HWN.org) is on the air until further notice |
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Scotland – the land of islands, lochs, and whiskies |
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Blind Sailor Teams up with Oean Cruising Club Member to Cross the Pacific |
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President Trump Signs Modern Fish Act - What this means for the nation’s 11 million saltwater anglers |
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