Boat that was in Bear Lake harbored dead quagga mussels

A boat harboring invasive quagga or zebra mussels took to Bear Lake late last month, and while it seems the critters were dead before the vessel launched, the incident raises questions about the state’s ability to keep out the destructive pests.

The Coast Guard patrol boat involved in a deadly crash during San Diego's "Parade of Lights" last December might have a dangerous design flaw, according to evidence presented at an ongoing military hearing.

Taiwanese boat pays $220,000 for fishing breach

The owner of a Taiwanese tuna fishing boat has paid $220,000 for preparing to fish in New Zealand's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) without a licence.

Boats banned from debris-filled lakes

A ban has been issued for all commercial and recreational boats on several area lakes including Lake Austin and Lady Bird Lake until at least noon Friday.

The Trusts announce new Chief Executive

The Trusts and West Auckland Trust Services are pleased to announce the search to find a replacement for the retiring Chief Executive, Murray Spearman has been completed.

Simon Wickham to leave Waitakere City Stadium

Simon Wickham, CEO of The Trusts Stadium, Waitakere has been appointed Chief Executive of West Auckland based, The Trusts, one of New Zealand’s top 200 companies.

Officials: Beached Boats Not Leaking Fuel

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND - South Padre Island officials say there are no signs of a diesel or fuel spill from shrimp boats stuck on the beach. The U.S. Coast Guard sent a plane to fly over the waters, after residents reported a foul smell. Shrimp boats were docked on the beach during Tropical Storm Hermine. Some residents believed the beached ships may have been leaking diesel or other fuels into the ...

The New York Nazis: U-boats landed saboteurs on the U.S. coast

U-boats dropped the men off at the height of the Second World War to attack economic targets, a new documentary reveals.

APD Helping Recover Lost Boats

The Austin Police Department is helping to recover boats on Lake Austin that were swept away from homes and slips during the heavy rains earlier this week.

Florida boating fatalities on rise again

Labor Day tends to end casual summer boating but for 65 people on board ill-fated boats in Florida waters last year such entertainment marked the end of their lives.

No-swim advisory lifted at the Yacht Club Beach

The Yacht Club Beach is now open for swimming. The Lee County Health Department rescinded the swimming advisory Thursday afternoon after good results from Wednesday's water sample, city officials said.

Tampa Boat Show reaches out to entry-level, non-boating public

By Terry Tomalin, Times Outdoors Editor Thursday, September 9, 2010 TAMPA — The boat business, like many other industries, has suffered as a result of the Great Recession. Some established boat builders failed to weather the storm and shut their doors. Others have scaled back production and now only offer their top-selling lines. But if there is a phoenix that will rise from the ashes of this ...

Young Woman Only Labor Day Boating Fatality

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) reports that an early Saturday morning boating accident on the Pickett County portion of Dale Hollow Lake resulted in the lone boating fatality over the Labor Day holiday weekend period.

Boat catches fire in Del. River in Bucks Co.

A boat burst into flames while on the Delaware River in Bucks County on Thursday afternoon.

Ferry strikes 35-foot yacht moments after departure

OCRACOKE — An N.C. Department of Transportation ferry collided with a 35-foot yacht soon after departing here Saturday night, leaving the two yacht passengers with minor injuries.

PINCKNEY: Portage Yacht Club to host fishing tournament

The Portage Lake Yacht Club in Pinckney will hold a “Bass Whuppin’” fishing contest on Sept. 18 open to all ages.

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Wooden boat survives storm in Montana

Man dies in weekend boating accident

Mark Kolesar, 46, of Hazel Green, died in a boating accident on Lake Guntersville Sunday evening. Kolesar was pleasure boating with his family around 7 p.m. when he fell off the swim platform at the rear of the boat, according to Sgt. Randy Jones of the Alabama Marine Police.

Boating accident claims life of man

Mark Andrew Kolesar, who died at the Manchester area of Lake Guntersville Sunday evening, was killed from “blunt force trauma injuries” after he was struck by the propeller of a boat, according to Marshall County Coroner Marlon Killion.

Yacht Club launches third annual ’battle’

Tonight, the third annual Yacht Club/Flat Black Studios/New Belgium Battle of the Bands kicks off at the Iowa City Yacht Club at 13 S. Linn St. (7 p.m., $5).

Yacht runs aground in Ilocos Norte town

MANILA, Philippines - A white yacht was found abandoned after running aground near Currimao town, Ilocos Norte Thursday morning.

'Come Home to Lakewood' tour is Sunday

“Come Home to Lakewood” Home and Garden Tour, 1-6 p.m. Advance tickets $15, day of show $20 if available. (216) 221-7343.

Boating safety tips for Labor Day weekend

As Missourians and their nearly 315,000 registered boats head to the waterways to enjoy the end of summer, the coast guard sent out reminders that they had 150 boating accidents in 2009 which caused $1,577,396 in damage.

China boat captain could stand trial for collision

The captain of a Chinese fishing boat that collided with Japanese patrol vessels near disputed islands could stand trial in the latest territorial spat between the neighbors, officials in Japan said Thursday. China called the prospect "absurd."

Proposed Marina LCP amendment criticized by Marina del Rey Boating Council

A Marina del Rey boating group spoke out against the proposed amendment to the Marina del Rey Local Coastal Program (LCP) for six “pipeline” projects at a meeting Aug. 24, arguing that it changes the nature and intent of the plan.

Rare photographs of luxury yacht built for daredevil Campbell to be auctioned

RARE photographs of a luxury yacht built in Yorkshire for daredevil racing enthusiast Sir Malcolm Campbell will go under the hammer on Saturday.

Boats depart Oswego Lake as levels begin to go down

The Lake Oswego Corporation has done its part by getting 400 boats off Oswego Lake. Now the lake is on its steady descent 24 feet downward, the key phase of the Lake Oswego Interceptor Sewer project. “All of the boats that need to go off are off,” said Jeff Ward, lake manager. ...

Boat society to give back

Boat enthusiasts are gearing up for the fifth annual Antique and Classic Boat Show this weekend in Lakeside, but this year's event also marks the beginning of a new endeavor for the boat society that hosts the event.

Town claims it is too posh for Weatherspoons

An upmarket yachting town has launched a campaign to stop a countrywide pub chain from opening its doors.

Boat captains frustrated over BP oil spill claims response

ORANGE BEACH, Ala., — Charter boat Captains in Orange Beach, along with other businesses that have been suffering under the weight of lost income due to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill where hoping that Friday would finally bring them some much needed relief in the form of payments from BP.

News: Yacht Club DJs set sail

Local mash-up merchants Yacht Club DJs are setting sail atop the clubbing seas this October.

High levels in reservoir keep boating season afloat

Boating season at Horsetooth Reservoir could run longer than usual this year thanks to high water levels.

Boating Safety Classes Learn to Boat Safely

The United Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 11-1 Clearwater is offering "About Boating Safely" on Saturday and Sunday September 11th and 12th at the Clearwater Community Sailing Center on Sand Key (1001 Gulf Blvd.) at 8:00 a.m. sharp.

Skeeter Boats continues sponsorship of BASS with multiple-year agreement

Skeeter Products, Inc., manufacturer of Skeeter brand high performance boats, and BASS, the worldwide authority on bass fishing, announced Tuesday that Skeeter will continue its sponsorship of the organization for multiple years.

County Sinks 2 Boats For Artificial Reefs

Two boats are being sunk in order to create new artificial reefs off the coast of South Florida.

Boat firm sued over pirate attacks

GALLIANO — Two boat captains are suing Edison Chouest Offshore, saying they were attacked and injured by pirates off the coast of Nigeria in July after the company failed to follow safety procedures and heed warnings, according to court papers.

Dana Point Yacht Club presents charity regatta

The Dana Point Yacht Club will present the 12th annual Richard Henry Dana Charity Regatta benefiting the Ocean Institute from Thursday through Sunday, the weekend of the Tall Ships Festival. Regatta events include a Marine Corps Twilight Fishing...

Boating accidents leave man dead, teen injured

A man was killed and a teenager injured in unrelated holiday weekend boating accidents that remained under investigation Tuesday.

Yacht finishes race round UK and Ireland

A RACING yacht which recently took the Evening News logo around the world has finished a follow up race around Britain and Ireland.