Tides & Weather in Maine
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Using Hydrofoils to Improve Boat Performance
By Capt. Vincent Daniello. In my early days as a captain, few boats cruised faster than 30 mph. Back then, bigger engines and the fuel they burned added too much weight, netting little more speed. Today, even modest performers top 50 mph thanks to lighter engines and boat construction, where more… SEE MORE
Possible Ancient River System Discovered off Wilmington, North Carolina
By noaacoastsurvey. During the 2023 field season, NOAA Ship Ferdinand R. Hassler was tasked with surveying an area offshore of Wilmington, North Carolina, in the vicinity of Frying Pan Shoals—a dynamic area of dangerously shallow waters. While scientists and crew conducted mapping surveys of the seafloor, they discovered what is believed to… SEE MORE
Going Electric
By John Wooldridge. When Dave and Danielle Baker and their two young children pull up to a marina and begin maneuvering into a slip, they often get wondering stares from people on the dock. Instead of emitting diesel exhaust and noise, their Island Packet 27 sloop Gilbert Ivy purrs quietly and handles… SEE MORE
Great Lakes Fishing Decree: a new era of commercial fishing
By Carli Stewart. Updated guidelines for fishery resources in parts of the Great Lakes will be in effect for the next 24 years. The Great Lakes Fishing Decree was approved on Aug. 24, 2023, by the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan. According to the state’s Department… SEE MORE
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Southern Coast & Casco Bay, ME
Casco Bay and Maine's Southern Coast are the most populated areas of Maine, but that doesn't result in any lack of charm or local flavor. Portland, the jewel of Maine, and home to the best food anywhere is a vibrant growing city. The Southern Maine Coast has been blessed with miles picturesque beaches, and islands of pastoral country surrounded by seas of forest. Both history and geography create the chemistry to give you a vacation you won't forget. Enjoy a lobster boat cruise, charter fishing excursion or kayaking excursion along the coast, canoeing on the Mousam River, a trolley ride to the beach, or the thrill of an oceanside amusement park. Open year 'round, the Southern Maine Coast has it all. SEE MORE
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High Tide Flooding Outlook for April 2024
By US Harbors. Coastal Flooding Predictions for April 2024 April's highest tides will happen at the end of the 2nd week of the month, starting as early as April 7 in some places, and heading back to normal after the 11th or 12th. There are some location-specific outliers we're highlighting… Learn More
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Using Hydrofoils to Improve Boat Performance
By Capt. Vincent Daniello. In my early days as a captain, few boats cruised faster… More
Possible Ancient River System Discovered off Wilmington, North Carolina
By noaacoastsurvey. During the 2023 field season, NOAA Ship Ferdinand R. Hassler was tasked with surveying an… More
Going Electric
By John Wooldridge. When Dave and Danielle Baker and their two young children pull up… More
Great Lakes Fishing Decree: a new era of commercial fishing
By Carli Stewart. Updated guidelines for fishery resources in parts of the Great Lakes will… More
How to Fish: Fishing Tips for Beginners
By discoverboating.com. You may have recently discovered just how much fun freshwater fishing can be, or maybe… More
CSU Researchers Predicting Well Above-Average 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season
By CSU MarComm. Staff. Note to reporters: The full forecast is available at tropical.colostate.edu. CSU… More
Using Suction Cups Inspired by Fish to Listen in on Whale Conversations
By Leah Burrows. In their ambitious goal to understand and ultimately communicate with sperm whales,… More
Protect Your Catch, Protect Your Crew: A Guide to Commercial Fishing Safety
By Megan Waldrep. A fisherman’s personality generally equates to a sense of adventure, a love… More
What’s In a Fish’s Name?
By Katarina Zimmer. Indigenous people processed the fishes’ oily flesh into preservatives, medicine, and food.… More
