Category: SFL

STATEMENT OF CAPT. DAVID SCOTT ON THE COAST GUARDâââÃ

  STATEMENT OF CAPT. DAVID SCOTT ON THE COAST GUARD’S ROLE IN LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS SAFETY AND SECURITY BEFORE THE SENATE COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES SUBCOMMITTEE ON ENERGY WASHINGTON — Good afternoon Mr. Chairman and distinguished members of the Committee. I am Captain Dave Scott, Chief of the Office of Operating and Environmental […]

COAST GUARD, FISH AND WILDLIFE TRACK DOWN OVER-FISHING CRAB BOAT

COAST GUARD, FISH AND WILDLIFE TRACK DOWN OVER-FISHING CRAB BOAT SEATTLE – The Coast Guard and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife cooperated in the seizure of a 54-foot fishing vessel Thursday afternoon, after an investigation revealed the vessel had 250 crab pots more than the owner’s license allowed. After boarding the vessel off […]

“Save Our Inlets” Meeting 3-3-05 at the Swansboro Rotary Club at 7pm

“Save Our Inlets” Meeting 3-3-05 at the Swansboro Rotary Club at 7pm “Save Our Inlets” is sponsored by the Onslow Bay Saltwater Fishing Club and the Tideland News.   The expanded area now covers the endangered Inlets from Bogue to Carolina Beach. As a result of this expanded effort, U. S. Congressman Mike McIntyre and N. […]

Corps Proposes Changes Difficult for Urban Waterfront Investment

Corps Proposes Changes Difficult for Urban Waterfront Investment The Corps of Engineers has issued a public notice which may impact proposed or existing waterfront buildings or projects in coastal North Carolina, especially Urban Waterfront locations. In short, the proposed policy will restrict or prohibit enclosed structures like restaurants, museums, etc. over navigable waters in North […]

Facilitator Role Pays Off for Tred Barta, Rampage and Gregory Poole

Facilitator Role Pays Off for Tred Barta, Rampage and Gregory Poole Most of the North Carolina business-to-business networking we do is in the form of helping NC boat builders locate products and materials provided by in-state companies. A series of calls from Tred Barta in search of the right North Carolina sport fishing boat partner […]

COAST GUARD ENDS ACTIVE SEARCH FOR MISSING FISHERMAN

COAST GUARD ENDS ACTIVE SEARCH FOR MISSING FISHERMAN BOSTON – The Coast Guard suspended the active search for Michael O’Connor, the missing fisherman of the Lady Lorraine, as of 12:47 p.m. today. After searching 500 square miles over a 17-hour period, Michael O’Connor, a Scituate, Mass. native remains missing. Crewmembers aboard the Coast Guard Cutter […]

From Sea to Shining Sea: Celebrate Maritime History and Preservation in the Nati

From Sea to Shining Sea: Celebrate Maritime History and Preservation in the National Park System WASHINGTON, D.C.— From the very beginning, this nation has been tied to its oceans, lakes, and rivers. They are the borders that have kept us safe and the waterways of exploration and commerce. The sea-going challenge has been taken up […]

Only Active Female Surfman in the Coast Guard

Only Active Female Surfman in the Coast Guard ILLWACO, Wash. Petty Officer 1st Class Beth Slade operates a 47-foot motor lifeboat near Peacock Spit during a surf drill. Slade is the only active female surfman in the Coast Guard. USCG photo PA3 Jeffrey Pollinger Only Active Female Surfman in the Coast Guard ILLWACO, Wash. Petty […]

SCIENTISTS BRAVE BRUTAL ELEMENTS ON TOP OF THE WORLD TO STUDY OZONE LAYER

SCIENTISTS BRAVE BRUTAL ELEMENTS ON TOP OF THE WORLD TO STUDY OZONE LAYER Doing cutting-edge science in one of Earth’s most challenging environments requires meticulous planning and years of experience and education, but sometimes a smidgen of serendipity helps. That kind of “just-in-time” good fortune may well allow NOAA scientists to study an unusual thinning […]

BOATERS URGED TO USE NEW COAST GUARD FLOAT PLAN

BOATERS URGED TO USE NEW COAST GUARD FLOAT PLAN ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – As summer approaches and fun filled days on the water beckon, it is important to realize the dangers inherent in boating. There are steps you should take to increase you and your family’s safety, such as filing a float plan. The newest […]