EPIRB

Do you have an EPRIB on your boat? If not, it might just be worth getting one. You never know when you might need one.

Maintenance Tips

Discover Boating had these Maintenance Tips that I wanted to pass along. A well maintained vessel makes for safe and enjoyable boating.

Keeping Us Safe

Just a quick thanks to the Harbor Patrol who keep us safe and are there to assist when things go awry.

Marine Spatial Planning

Ran into this interesting site called Northeast Ocean Data Portal, which has some nice mapping and data tools. It’s nice to see the growing amount of tools available to the public.

It was crazy

We went down to the harbor and it was a little crazy down there. Hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable weekend.

Extra Careful

It should go without saying that there will be more boats on the water this holiday weekend. Please be careful out there.

Interim Waterfront Director

Congratulations to Scott Riedman, who has been named the Interim Director of the Santa Barbara Waterfront Department. Mr. Riedman brings considerable experience to the job, having served as the Waterfront Business Manager which has overseen the financial management of the department, as well as parking operations, Stearns Wharf, and tenant relations.

Happy Surfing

Today is John Bridley’s last day as the Santa Barbara Waterfront Director. We wish him lots of great surfing in his retirement. Thank you for your service to the community.

A moving boat

Yesterday, I had the challenge of trying to shoot portraits on a moving boat during a retirement party. Let me tell you it’s tough when your bouncing all over the place. I guess what I learned was to hold onto something, and try and pay attention to your surroundings…. it would be very easy to … Read more

Be Prepared

The Independence Day weekend is fast approaching. If you’re planning on spending any time on the water, now would be a good time to do a safety inspection of your vessel…. Safety…. always.