Float Plan

Do you have a float plan? If you’re new to boating this is something you should get in the habit of doing. What’s a float plan you ask? Simply that boaters inform a friend or family member where they plan to go, the route they’re taking and the time they are expected to return. This … Read more

Safety is important

We here at Harbor News feel boating safety is important, which is why we’ve been passing along news about safety courses as we find out about them. It never hurts to pick up a few tips, and to share information, etc.

Boating Season

With spring just around the corner, boating season has arrived. Now would be a good time to inspect your vessel, and check you safety gear. Have safe and fun boating endeavors.

Boating Infrastructure

As the great recession continues, California is proposing shutting down the Department of Boating and Waterways (DBAW), and merging what’s left with another department. This will divert earmarked boating money to the general fund. The state is now also proposing discontinuing loans made by DBAW that have been used historically to maintain and/or upgrade boating … Read more