August

"Great Chesapeake-Potomac Hurricane" of 1933 - 8-28-2001
On August 23rd, 1933 - a huge ocean-born twister that would come to be called the "Great Chesapeake-Potomac Hurricane" laid down an unprecedented path of destruction that roughly covered the immense area between Norfolk, Virginia and the Washington, D.C. Metro area.

Blue-Green Algae Bloom Found In Maryland Waters - 8-23-2001
Water samples collected by the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) and Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in the northern main stem and adjacent tributaries of the Chesapeake Bay have tested positive for high levels of the blue-green algae, Microcystis.

Maryland DNR Announces 2001-2002 Early Mirgatory Game Bird Hunting Seasons - 8-23-2001
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced the 2001-2002 early migratory game bird seasons.

Couple Rescued From Chesapeake Bay - 8-23-2001
A couple was rescued from the Chesapeake Bay after their sailboat collided with a tanker on August 17, but not until they had spent two hours in the water.

Grow Oysters to Help Save the Bay - 8-23-2001
Join more than 600 Marylanders who are growing oysters to help Save the Bay! The Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) will host a series of oyster gardening workshops, located around the Bay, starting August 18 in Annapolis, with the last workshop held on November 3 in St. Michaels.



June

Needed Rain Helps Avert a Drought in May - 6-28-2001
Streamflow levels declined in early May across Maryland and Delaware and in the Chesapeake Bay, but were improving at the end of the month because of heavy rain, according to hydrologists at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in Baltimore, Maryland.

The Virginia Saltwater Review, Vol. 15, #8 - 6/28/01 - 6-28-2001
The Virginia Saltwater Review (VSWR) is published weekly by the Virginia Marine Resources Commission. The VSWR is a recreational fishing newsletter that is issued weekly during the months mid-April through October. A Fisheries Specialist contacts owners/operators of marinas, bait and tackle shops, and piers around the state to compile information on recreational fishing activity.

Things To Know Before You Need A Tow - 6-28-2001
By expecting the unexpected, prudent skippers can be prepared for engine breakdowns, accidental groundings or even running out of gas, all of which might require towing assistance.

Volunteers Needed To Remove Invasive Water Chestnut From Sassafras River - 6-21-2001
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is seeking volunteers to help remove water chestnut plants, an invasive species that is harmful to both aquatic life and water recreation.

Coast Guard Recalls Houseboats Due To Carbon Monoxide Hazard - 6-21-2001
On February 23, the Coast Guard began issuing mandatory recall notices to houseboat manufacturers who may have built vessels equipped with swim platforms and electrical generator exhaust systems vented into a stern cavity.

Animal Cruelty Charges Filed In Decapitated Geese Case - 6-19-2001
Maryland Natural Resources Police and the Montgomery County Police Animal Services unit have charged two men and a juvenile with misdemeanor animal cruelty and illegal hunting charges in connection with a decapitated geese incident.

Sewage Plant Upgrades Crucial To Protect Bay - 6-19-2001
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation is asking Congress to authorize funding for wastewater treatment plant upgrades throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Find out more about how these upgrades will reduce water pollution—and how you can help secure funding.

The Virginia Saltwater Review, Vol. 15, #6 - 6/13/01 - 6-14-2001
The Virginia Saltwater Review (VSWR) is published weekly by the Virginia Marine Resources Commission. The VSWR is a recreational fishing newsletter that is issued weekly during the months mid-April through October. A Fisheries Specialist contacts owners/operators of marinas, bait and tackle shops, and piers around the state to compile information on recreational fishing activity.

Grant Money Now Available To Promote Community Boating Safety - 6-14-2001
The BoatU.S. Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is offering grants of up to $5,000 for local boating safety projects.

St. Michaels Marina Is A Certified Maryland Clean Marina - 6-14-2001
St. Michaels Marina in Talbot County is the 34th marina in Maryland to earn the prestigious Clean Marina Award.

From Guzzling to Grazing: Fuel-Saving Tips - 6-14-2001
Even though gas prices are high, that's no reason for America's power boaters to trade in their ski boats for row boats. Instead, boaters can keep their engines running by following these fuel-saving tips.

Explosive Combination: Drinking, Boating and July 4 - 6-14-2001
There are more boating accidents on the July 4 weekend than any other weekend of the year, and too many of them are caused by alcohol, said BoatU.S., the nation's largest organization of recreational boaters.

The Virginia Saltwater Review, Vol. 15, #5 - 6/7/01 - 6-7-2001
The Virginia Saltwater Review (VSWR) is published weekly by the Virginia Marine Resources Commission. The VSWR is a recreational fishing newsletter that is issued weekly during the months mid-April through October. A Fisheries Specialist contacts owners/operators of marinas, bait and tackle shops, and piers around the state to compile information on recreational fishing activity.

MD Air Information Center - 6-7-2001
The Maryland Department of the Environment has launched a website that gathers conditions on ozone levels from 16 sites in the state and provides the information in real time online.

MD Free Fishing Days - 6-7-2001
Maryland's free fishing days are the first two Saturdays in June and July 4.

Notice to MD Boaters: Mandatory Lifejacket Requirement - 6-7-2001
Effective June 1, 2001, all children under the age of 7 must WEAR a United States Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device (Life Jacket - Type I, II, III or V) while underway on a recreational vessel under 21 feet in length on Maryland waters. Recreational vessel includes motorboats, sailboats, canoes, kayaks, rowboats, and any other device capable of being used for transportation on the water, when the vessel is being used for other than commercial purposes.



May

Latest Bay Grass Survey Shows Increase In Maryland - 5-31-2001
Underwater bay grasses in Maryland are an important indicator of bay health, and the latest survey shows an increase in Maryland waters, Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Tidewater Ecosystem Assesment Director Robert Magnien has announced.

The Virginia Saltwater Review, Vol. 15, #4 - 5/24/01 - 5-31-2001
The Virginia Saltwater Review (VSWR) is published weekly by the Virginia Marine Resources Commission. The VSWR is a recreational fishing newsletter that is issued weekly during the months mid-April through October. A Fisheries Specialist contacts owners/operators of marinas, bait and tackle shops, and piers around the state to compile information on recreational fishing activity.

Get a Free Boat Safety Check June 2 - 5-31-2001
Is your boat equipped for a safe summer boating season? BoatU.S. and the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary are making it easy to find out by offering free boat safety checks on Saturday, June 2 at most BoatU.S. Marine Centers around the U.S. Further, if you require life jackets, flares or other safety-related items, you can purchase them while you're there at a discount after the check is completed.

Popular Potomac River Marina Wins Temporary Reprieve From Closing - 5-24-2001
Congressman James Moran D-Va. speaking to a crowd of 600 supporters of Belle Haven marina announced Monday night that he has reached a agreement with Audrey Calhoun Superintendent of the National Park Service George Washington Parkway, to keep the marina temporarily open past the NPS scheduled closing date of Dec. 31, 2001.

Think Twice before Rescuing”That White-Tailed Fawn - 5-22-2001
While all of us enjoy observing white-tailed deer fawn each Spring and Summer, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds nature lovers that disturbing fawns is not only harmful to the animal, but illegal in Maryland.

The Virginia Saltwater Review, Vol. 15, #3 - 5/16/01 - 5-22-2001
The Virginia Saltwater Review (VSWR) is published weekly by the Virginia Marine Resources Commission. The VSWR is a recreational fishing newsletter that is issued weekly during the months mid-April through October. A Fisheries Specialist contacts owners/operators of marinas, bait and tackle shops, and piers around the state to compile information on recreational fishing activity.

Hurricane Season Is Almost Here: Get Your Boat Ready Now - 5-22-2001
Hurricane season is fast approaching, and it's time to plan how to protect your boat from a storm's furies.

The North American Safe Boating Campaign wants to get something off its chest...and onto yours - A Life Jacket! - 5-16-2001
Life jackets can be the determining factor between life and death in many boating safety accidents. Each year between 700 and 800 people die in boating-related accidents – 9 out of every 10 victims were not wearing a life jacket. According to Virgil Chambers, Executive Director of the National Safe Boating Council, “Thousands of people would be alive today had they taken the simple precaution of wearing a life jacket when they went out on the water.”

How Do You Test Your PFD? - 5-16-2001
These general guidelines help you make sure your PFD fits correctly.

Surviving Memorial Day Weekend (And Beyond): Safe Summer Boating Tips From BoatU.S. - 5-16-2001
Memorial Day weekend is the traditional start of the summer boating season. It could also be a big weekend for boating accidents, according to BoatU.S., with 520,000 members the nation's largest organization of recreational boaters.

Sealed Bid Auction For MD Natural Resources Police Boats & Boat Equipment - 5-10-2001
If you like auctions, now is your chance to look for bargains and participate in a sealed bid auction. The Maryland Natural Resources Police will be holding a sealed bid auction on boats and equipment presently stored at the Matapeake Marine Terminal on Kent Island.

The Virginia Saltwater Review, Vol. 15, #2 - 5/10/01 - 5-10-2001
The Virginia Saltwater Review (VSWR) is published weekly by the Virginia Marine Resources Commission. The VSWR is a recreational fishing newsletter that is issued weekly during the months mid-April through October. A Fisheries Specialist contacts owners/operators of marinas, bait and tackle shops, and piers around the state to compile information on recreational fishing activity.

Water Levels Still Normal in April, But More Rain Is Needed - 5-8-2001
April streamflow was mostly in the normal range across Maryland and Delaware, according to hydrologists at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in Baltimore, Maryland.

Proposed Blue Crab Regulations Hearing - 5-8-2001
Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is proposing regulatory changes that would reduce the commercial fishing effort directed to the blue crab fishery in 2001. A hearing is scheduled for May 22, 2001.

Pocomoke River State Park Signs Clean Marina Pledge - 5-3-2001
Worcester County’s Shad Landing Marina at Pocomoke River State Park will be taking steps to keep Maryland’s waterways free of harmful chemicals, excess nutrients and debris. Today as Manager Gary Adelhardt signed the Clean Marina Pledge as the first step toward receiving recognition through the Maryland Clean Marina Initiative.

The Virginia Saltwater Review, Vol. 15, #1 - 5/3/01 - 5-3-2001
The Virginia Saltwater Review (VSWR) is published weekly by the Virginia Marine Resources Commission. The VSWR is a recreational fishing newsletter that is issued weekly during the months mid-April through October. A Fisheries Specialist contacts owners/operators of marinas, bait and tackle shops, and piers around the state to compile information on recreational fishing activity.

Summary of MD's New Crab Laws - 5-1-2001
Summary of the basic changes resulting from the recreational crab legislation of 2001 and expected to be effective April 20, 2001.



April

Governor's Angling Extravaganza Offers Family Time, Fun Time - 4-26-2001
Governor Jim Gilmore has announced that the second annual statewide Governor's Angling Extravaganza will take place June 1-3.

Redhead Grass Grows for 1st Time in 35 Years in Harness Creek - 4-26-2001
For the first time in more than 35 years, redhead grass is sprouting in Harness Creek, a tributary of the South River.

DNR Implements New Flounder Regulations April 25 - 4-26-2001
Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Secretary Sarah Taylor-Rogers has announced new 2001 season recreational summer flounder fishery regulations to take effect in all Maryland waters of the Atlantic Ocean, its coastal bays and tributaries and the Chesapeake Bay and tributaries at 12:01 a.m. April 25.

New Boardwalk For Betterton Beach and Improvements to Kent County Beaches - 4-19-2001
In an effort to enhance recreational facilities for Kent County residents, Governor Parris N. Glendening today announced Board of Public Works approval of $179,625 in Program Open Space (POS) funds to construct a pavilion and refurbish the baseball field at Worton Park, and for replacement of the boardwalk at Betterton Beach.

Mears Marina Is The 30th Certified Maryland Clean Marina - 4-19-2001
Mears Marina in Annapolis has earned the distinction of being named the 30th certified Clean Marina in Maryland.

BoatU.S. Recall Alert System Springs Into Action after 3 Safety Recalls - 4-19-2001
Three marine manufacturers involved in recent high-profile safety recalls will use the BoatU.S. Recall Registry at www.BoatUS.com to notify boat owners about their campaigns.

Protecting Maryland's Diamondback Terrapins - 4-12-2001
Governor's Executive Order Establishes Task Force to Assess Terrapin Population; Determine Threats to Habitat; And Recommend Strategies to Protect Diamondback Terrapins

MD DNR Releases 2001 Mid-Winter Waterfowl Survey Results - 4-12-2001
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has released the results in the 2001 Mid-winter Waterfowl Survey. The total waterfowl counted in Maryland this year was 879,000 compared to 911,800 in 2000. Lower numbers of greater snow geese and ruddy ducks accounted for most of the decrease in waterfowl this winter.

Spring Rains Help Water Levels - 4-12-2001
March rains helped water levels increase across Maryland and Delaware, according to hydrologists at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in Baltimore, Maryland. Additionally, water storage in the Baltimore reservoir system increased by 5 percent to 92 percent of capacity at the end of March.

2001 Seafood Festivals - 4-12-2001
2001 Seafood Festivals

Boaters: Recycle Your Shrink Wrap - 4-12-2001
Spring is in the air and boaters are eager to get back on the water. Naturally, some preparations are necessary before a boat can be launched. For an increasing number of Maryland boaters, one of the first spring time chores is removal of the plastic shrink wrap that has protected their vessels from winter's wrath. The Department of Natural Resources' Clean Marina Initiative urges boaters to recycle their used shrink wrap.

New U.S. Headquarters For Shipping Company In Norfolk - 4-2-2001
Zim-American Israeli Shipping Co. to relocate from New York and create 235 jobs



March

T.E.A.M. DNR Needs Your Help To Inspire The Minds Of Maryland's Youngsters About The Bay - 3-29-2001
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking dedicated, enthusiastic, and energetic individuals for the Teaching Environmental Awareness in Maryland (T.E.A.M.) program in Frederick, Howard, Montgomery, and Prince George's Counties.

Mears Point Marina Is A Certified Maryland Clean Marina - 3-29-2001
Mears Point Marina in Queen Anne's County's Grasonville has earned the distinction of being named a certified Maryland Clean Marina.

UPPER POTOMAC RIVER ADVISORY - March 28, 2001 - 3-29-2001
The Maryland Natural Resources Police has announced, based on information received from the National Weather Service and the Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), that boating and other recreational uses of the Upper Potomac River, including creeks and streams should be avoided at this time.

T.E.A.M. DNR Needs Your Help To Inspire The Minds Of Maryland's Youngsters About The Bay - 3-8-2001
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking dedicated, enthusiastic, and energetic individuals for the Teaching Environmental Awareness in Maryland (T.E.A.M.) program in Frederick, Howard, Montgomery, and Prince George's Counties.

New State Freshwater Catch Record For Brown Trout - 3-8-2001
Like Father, Like Son: Cumberland Man Sets New State Freshwater Catch Record For Brown Trout

Recreational Crabbing License Legislation Proposed in Maryland General Assembly - 3-8-2001
License will help fishery managers better understand impact of recreational crabbing

Tax-Time Tip: Boats Qualify as Second Home - 3-1-2001
As the 2000 income tax return filing deadline approaches, boat owners should remember that interest paid on a secured boat loan is tax-deductible as long as the boat meets the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) criteria for a second home, said the 515,000-member Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatU.S.)

Two Juveniles Charged In Boat Burglaries At Cape St. Claire Marina - 3-1-2001
Alert Citizens Assist In Investigation With the help of citizens who reported suspicious activity, the Maryland Natural Resources Police this week recovered stolen property and charged two juvenile suspects alledgedly involved in a series of boat burglaries at an Anne Arundel County marina.

Six Men Charged With Rockfish Violations - 3-1-2001
Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) today announced they have charged six Lower Shore men with violating striped bass regulations.

Photo Contest 2000 Celebrating Maryland's Greenways And Parks - 3-1-2001
The Maryland Greenways Commission and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced the winners of their Photo Contest 2000: Celebrating Maryland's Greenways and Parks.



February

MD Natural Resources Police Investigate Boat Burglary At Cape St. Claire Marina - 2-22-2001
Maryland Natural Resources Police are asking for community help with an investigation after four boats in Anne Arundel County were burglarized this week.

DNR Freshwater Fisheries Continue Pre-Season Trout Stocking - 2-22-2001
Freshwater Fisheries crews stock nearly 10,000 trout

New Fuel Collar Protects Water At Marinas - 2-22-2001
In ongoing efforts to protect the environment from pollutants, MYCELX Technologies Corporation has introduced the MYCELX FuelKleen Splash Absorbing Fueling Collar to help catch drips and splashes from fuel pump nozzles at marinas.

Chesapeake Bay Cruise Ship Sets Sail This Spring - 2-16-2001
Delta Queen Coastal Voyages’ Inaugural Itinerary Showcases The Charms of the Chesapeake Bay

Fishing Creek Landings Marina Is 25th Certified Clean Marina - 2-15-2001
Calvert County's Fishing Creek Landings Marina in Chesapeake Beach has earned the distinction of being named the 25th certified Clean Marina in Maryland.

Survey Finds Record High Wintering Eagle Numbers - 2-15-2001
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has announced that 336 bald eagles and two golden eagles were counted in Maryland's annual mid-winter bald eagle survey.

DNR Seeks Public Comment On Proposed Commercial Crabbing Regulations - 2-15-2001
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking for public comment on proposed blue crab regulations for commercial fishermen in the Chesapeake and coastal bays.

MD State Park Facilities Online Reservations - 2-8-2001
In order to better serve its customers Maryland Department of Natural Resources Secretary Sarah Taylor-Rogers announced effective Jan. 9, it will be possible to make reservations on the internet for the use of facilities at Maryland State Parks.

New Trout Fishing Opportunities At Tuckahoe Lake - 2-8-2001
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Fisheries Service will stock trout for the first time at the Tuckahoe State Park on the middle Eastern Shore later this month.

Blue Crabs On Tap For “Save The Bay Breakfast” - 2-8-2001
“Managing Blue Crabs into the Future” will be the topic for the next “Save the Bay Breakfast” Saturday, Feb. 24, 2001, at Sandy Bottom Nature Park in Hampton.

27th Annual Bay Bridge Walk - 2-7-2001
27th Annual Bay Bridge Walk, sponsored by the Maryland Transportation Authority (MdTA) (the first Bridge Walk was held in April 1975). The eastbound span of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge will be closed to traffic and opened to pedestrians to enjoy a walk across the bridge. Two-way traffic will operate on the westbound span from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Motorists using the Bay Bridge will experience delays throughout the day and into the evening.

Streamflow to Chesapeake Bay in 2000 Reflects Dry Autumn - 2-1-2001
In 2000, the average streamflow into the Chesapeake Bay was 42.2 bgd (billion gallons per day), which is 16 percent below the long-term average, according to hydrologists at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in Baltimore, Maryland

Coltons Point Marina Is A Certified Clean Marina - 2-1-2001
Coltons Point Marina in St. Mary's County is the twenty-fifth marina in the state to be certified as an environmentally-responsible Maryland Clean Marina.

DNR Seeks Public Comment On Mute Swan Task Force Recommendations - 2-1-2001
The Maryland Mute Swan Task Force made public today its recommendations to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) regarding the management of the exotic mute swan in the state. Task Force recommendations address basic mute swan issues including known and potential impacts of the increasing population on: native habitats and native species; conflicts between humans and mute swans; and the legal status of mute swans in Maryland.



January

Ice Breaking Resources - Hydrographic Operations 2000-2001 - 1-25-2001
In past years we have had numerous requests of ice breaking services in shallow or narrow bodies of water that resulted in damages to vessels. In order to keep that from reoccurring the vessel masters will make the final judgment as to where they will cease activities. We are encouraging all commercial watermen to move their vessels to areas near out patrol boat stations or Coast Guard stations, prior to freezing conditions.

Richard St. Pierre named Chesapeake Bay Foundation Conservationist of the Year - 1-25-2001
Pennsylvania fisheries scientist helped re-open hundreds of miles of shad spawning grounds Richard St. Pierre, who for two decades has led fish protection and restoration efforts on the Susquehanna River, has been named the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s 2000 Conservationist of the Year.

Victory Against Toxic Pollution - 1-25-2001
CBF’s Fight for Stronger Bethlehem Steel Permit Pays Off

CBF Field Guide to Underwater Grasses - 1-25-2001
Chesapeake Bay Foundation has created a new simple but effective identification key for the Chesapeake’s underwater grasses.

Coastal Bays Partners Establish New Atmospheric Monitoring Station - 1-18-2001
Data will identify air pollution impacts on the Coastal Bays

Virginia Unveils Virtual Visitor Center - 1-12-2001
Governor Jim Gilmore announced today the creation of the Virtual Visitor Center, a state-of-the-art computer based visitor information center

Defense of Wetlands Law Tops Bay Foundation’s Legislative Agenda - 1-11-2001
Defending Virginia’s new nontidal wetlands protection law against efforts to weaken or repeal it is the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s top priority in the 2001 Virginia General Assembly.

Chance of Northeast Flooding Highest in Three Years - 1-11-2001
Threat of Ice Jams and Rapid Snow Melt Loom Over Northeast River Basins

OMC Initiates Voluntary Reorganization - 1-8-2001
Plans Include the Sale of its Engine and Boat Businesses

Junior Duck Stamp Design Contest Underway - 1-4-2001
Maryland students, from kindergarten through 12th grade, have until March 15 to submit drawings in the Maryland Junior Duck Stamp Contest, a competition sponsored by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Patuxent Research Refuge, Prince Georges's Arts Council and the Maryland - National Capital Park and Planning Commission. The students are asked to create designs which feature any species of North American waterfowl, except for mute swans and loons.

Boat Buyers Stay Loyal in Cooling Economy - 1-4-2001
High ticket Craft Advance as 'Bread & Butter' Models Hold Their Own

Congressman Hoyer Secures Funds to Clean St. Mary's River and Expand Oyster Restoration Effort in Southern Maryland - 1-4-2001
Southern Maryland waterways are big benefactors of the Fiscal Year 2001 Labor Health and Human Services Appropriations Conference Report which passed in the House of Representatives late Friday evening, December 15.