The Santa Barbara Harbor Patrol and Santa Barbara Fire Department responded to reports to a person in the water off of Stearns Wharf on Saturday, September 8, 2012, just after noon. The person appeared to be in trouble. Two bystanders on the pier jumped in the water to assist until emergency personnel arrived.
Just a quick reminder that movie night returns to Stearns Wharf tonight, and that the Navy is in town. Check our calendar for more details.
The USS Halsey has arrived at the Santa Barbara Harbor.
Source: Santa Barbara City At 2:30 p.m. Monday, August 27, 2012, a veteran commercial fisherman returning from a day at sea spotted a 15′ white shark near the entrance channel to Santa Barbara Harbor. The sighting was confirmed as credible. The City’s Parks and Recreation Department has posted warning signs at 14 locations near City … Read more
SANTA BARBARA, CA – August 15, 2012 At 5:20 p.m. yesterday, a surfer off Leadbetter Point spotted a shark five feet away whose dorsal fin and tail fin were both out of the water. Judging by the reported 6’-7’ “spread” between the shark’s fins, plus its reported color and girth, this is being treated as … Read more
Gidget will be shown at dusk tonight on Stearns Wharf. Now there’s an old movie. Should make for some family fun.
Santa Barbara diver Andres Martinez appears to have drowned while diving near Santa Cruz Island. Has body was found by the Coast Guard and an investigation is underway as to the circumstances of the apparent accident. Our condolences go out to friends and family of Mr. Martinez.
Summer brings back movie night to Stearns Wharf. Bring a blanket and come to the pier at dusk for some family fun. Tonight’s feature is Beach Blanket Bingo!
The Santa Barbara Waterfront will have a cruise ship returning for a visit this week. It’s been foggy, but could make for a nice photo-op, or just an excuse to come on down to the harbor.
The Santa Barbara Waterfront Department is taking applications for a Commercial Fishing Slip, which will be awarded via a lottery drawing at the July 19, 2012, Harbor Commission Meeting. Applications must be received no later than 5:00 pm, July 3, 2012. Postmarks will not be accepted. For more information contact the Santa Barbara Waterfront Department … Read more
The Santa Barbara Harbor Patrol rescued a horse about two and a half miles off the California coast on the evening of May 16th. The animal had gotten spooked during a photo shoot on shore and swam out to sea. This just isn’t something that happens everyday. We’re happy to hear that the horse was … Read more