The Coast Guard is encouraging boaters in the Hampton Roads area to familiarize themselves with the federal regulations governing the security zone surrounding all naval vessels more than 100 feet in length. Recently boaters have been approaching naval vessels too … Continued
NOAA Fisheries Service has established an inspection program for modified pound net leaders in the Virginia waters of the mainstem Chesapeake Bay. Current regulations require modified pound net leaders, as defined in the regulations, in a portion of the Virginia … Continued
This page features a variety of Chesapeake Bay gift ideas for the Christmas season and other holidays. Gift ideas include calendars, sailing-themed accessories, oval stickers, wrapping paper, and other products. Calendars are always popular: Nature Calendars Sailing-themed gifts are another … Continued
On November 20th, Governor Martin O’Malley hosted the 2008 annual meeting of the Chesapeake Executive Council (EC) at Union Station in Washington, D.C., marking the 25th anniversary of the regional partnership. The meeting resulted in several significant actions, including regional … Continued
DNR, ORP & Watermen Begin Work Rehabilitating Oyster Bars in Tangier Sound, Severn & Patuxent Rivers The Maryland Department of Natural Resources and Oyster Recovery Partnership (ORP) expect to hire more than 520 watermen for oyster bar restoration work as … Continued