Environmental News
NOAA’s Services Threatened Under Project 2025
"Project 2025 … states that an incoming administration should all but dissolve the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration"
A Step Taken in Oakland Waterways’ Long-Awaited Cleanup
The Oakland Police Department Marine Patrol Unit has removed 17 derelict and abandoned vessels (ADV) from the Oakland Marinas.
USCG Completes Cleanup After Decommissioned ‘Aurora’ Refloated in Delta
A cleanup operation has been completed after the decommissioned cruise ship 'Aurora' sank in the Delta in May.
Experts: “Orcas ‘Attacking’ Boats Are Actually Just Bored Teenagers”
In news that should be comforting to no one, the recent spate of orcas attacking boats does not appear to be driven by malice, but rather, by mischief.
World Ocean Day Launches a Multi-Year Action Theme
World Ocean Day is launching a new multi-year action theme: Catalyzing Action for Our Ocean & Climate.
Electric Boating and Foiling Are Greening Our Blue Planet
California has been a pioneering state for generations. The evolution of electric power for auxiliary sail and foiling powerboats is continuing the tradition.
Weekend Weather Wonders While Sailing San Francisco Bay
We're always looking for wind shifts while we're sailing the Bay. Are there bigger shifts going on?
Orcas Back in the Spotlight as Boat Sinks Near Strait of Gibraltar
The 50-ft sailboat 'Alboran Cognac' sank after being attacked by orcas approximately 14 miles off the coast of Cape Spartel, Morocco.
Blue Frontier Celebrates the Sea and Its New Flagship, ‘Queen’
Blue Frontier' enjoyed a "Celebration of the Sea" highlighting the work being done by Bay Area organizations and individuals promoting ocean and coastal environmental work.
Earth Day Reminds Us Why Sailors Will Save the Planet
The past sunny, sailing weekend reminded us why sailors will save the world.
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