Daily Archives: December 28, 2013
Rising sea threatens wetlands and seafood species, NOAA NMFS/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service study says
Rising sea levels are swamping coastal wetlands at an alarming rate, threatening migratory birds and some of the most valuable seafood species, a new federal study shows. NOAA Fisheries and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, with funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, issued a report that also found losses tied to traditional problems, such as urban and rural Read more @pressofatlanticcitty 21:16
New Bedford Marine Commerce Ocean Terminal Another “Big Dig”? – Massachusetts Another Renewable Energy Failure – Posted by Paul Shaw
New England: They say they support the Fishermen, while they support offshore wind? Check these interesting New Bedford facts! New Bedford Marine Commerce Ocean Terminal Another “Big Dig” – On October 20,2010 Governor Deval Patrick announced the building of the New Bedford Marine Commerce Terminal. The projected cost of the project was 35 million dollars. The project is located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Many ask if this is another in a long string of failed renewable energy projects in Massachusetts. Evergreen Solar tops the list in 100 million dollar losses to Massachusetts taxpayers. Read more @southendpatch.com 16:54
The Endangered Species Act Turns 40—Hold the Applause – Schiff and MacDonald – Center for the Defense of Free Enterprise
The badly administered law has had a limited effect on wildlife while inflicting great social and economic costs. Forty years ago, on Dec. 28, 1973, the Endangered Species Act became law. If you want to celebrate, you’ll need to close your eyes to hard truths. Read more @facebook.com 16:26
The 131-foot fishing processor Juno caught fire in Westport, Wash., at approximately 1:30 a.m – Nothing crazy to report yet.
The master of the fish processor was aboard the vessel at the time it caught fire, but no injuries have been reported. The fire was reported out at 4:05 a.m. There is thought to be approximately 5,000 gallons of firefighting water aboard, with 4 1/2 to 5 feet on deck, causing the vessel to list. Members of the incident management division from Coast Guard Sector Columbia River in Warrenton, Ore., were dispatched to the scene. Read more @uscgnews 16:09
Monhegan residents voice concerns over proposed offshore wind project – worry about noise and visual impacts, as well as effects on lobstering.
Some residents of Monhegan aren’t ready to trade their cherished natural sanctuary for cheaper electricity. Residents and visitors to the island have submitted their concerns to the Maine Public Utilities Commission, which is considering the merits of a pilot wind-power project called Maine Aqua Ventus. The project could lead to a 50-turbine wind farm in the Gulf of Maine that could produce enough power for 6,000 homes and slash the cost of electricity on Monhegan, which is 16 miles off the mainland. Read more @portlandpress 12:06
It’s all about the habitat – River-herring restoration booming
Millions of dollars in federal, state and private money have created a small boom in state-of-the-art, fishway construction projects on many Rhode Island rivers and streams. Fish ladders are being put in, dams are coming down. And on the coast, in the port of Galilee in Narragansett, fishermen are working with scientists in new ways to come up with river-herring-avoidance programs. Read more @pbn.com 09:02
Commercial Fishing Video Of The Day | Eddie Hayes | Dungy 2013 from JuneauTek
Dungeness season off the Oregon Coast is just getting started this time of year. Eddie Hayes delivers a super professional edit of the harsh conditions and long hours aboard the F/V Aleutians Isle. The weather looks less than enjoyable, but the payday is the key. Crew members can easily make 30,000 dollars in a winter season of crabbing. This film will be featured in the upcoming 2014 Commercial Fishing Film Festival. Watch Video here 03:10
