The Wreck of The Mary B II

Jan 09, 2019

The tragic loss of the Dungenness crab boat Mary B II on the Yaquina Bay Bar this week has thrown the PNW fishing community into bitter mourning, as crabbing season finally gets underway after more than a month of delay. Three men died attempting to cross the bar, coming home with a full crab boat after a long round of work at sea.

The Wreck of The Mary B II

The Wreck of The Mary B II

The tragic loss of the Dungenness crab boat Mary B II on the Yaquina Bay Bar this week has thrown the PNW fishing community into bitter mourning, as crabbing season finally gets underway after more than a month of delay. Three men died attempting to cross the bar, coming home with a full crab boat after a long round of work at sea.

Captain of the Port, Part 6

Jan 08, 2019

In the final installment of our interview series about the Coast Guard’s unseen role in supporting safe cargo transit on US waters, we talk with Captain Jeremy Smith, Captain of the Port, Sector Columbia River, and commander of Air Station Astoria, Oregon.

Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons, USGC.

Captain of the Port, Part 6

Captain of the Port, Part 6

In the final installment of our interview series about the Coast Guard’s unseen role in supporting safe cargo transit on US waters, we talk with Captain Jeremy Smith, Captain of the Port, Sector Columbia River, and commander of Air Station Astoria, Oregon.

Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons, USGC.

Ice at Sea

Jan 07, 2019

When conditions get cold at sea there is always the risk of ice, on decks, rigging and gear. Ice can cause boats to become top heavy and dangerously unstable. It’s a real risk for Pacific Northwest fishermen who are often doing their work in the worst weather of the year in winter months.

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Ice at Sea

Ice at Sea

When conditions get cold at sea there is always the risk of ice, on decks, rigging and gear. Ice can cause boats to become top heavy and dangerously unstable. It’s a real risk for Pacific Northwest fishermen who are often doing their work in the worst weather of the year in winter months.

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Captain of the Port, Part 5

Jan 06, 2019

More from my interview with Captain Jeremy Smith, USCG Captain of the Port, Sector Columbia River. We’re talking about ships at anchor in the river and how security and other issues are handled there.

Captain of the Port, Part 5

Captain of the Port, Part 5

More from my interview with Captain Jeremy Smith, USCG Captain of the Port, Sector Columbia River. We’re talking about ships at anchor in the river and how security and other issues are handled there.

Captain of the Port, Part 4

We continue hearing excerpts from my interview with Captain Jeremy Smith, USCG Captain of the Port, Sector Columbia River. We’ll hear more about the unseen but vital role the Coast Guard plays in security and safety of arriving ships on the river.

Captain of the Port, Part 4

Captain of the Port, Part 4

We continue hearing excerpts from my interview with Captain Jeremy Smith, USCG Captain of the Port, Sector Columbia River. We’ll hear more about the unseen but vital role the Coast Guard plays in security and safety of arriving ships on the river.

Holidays at sea

Dec 31, 2018

Many mariners spend holidays at sea. Wise captains make sure they have good food and a comforting atmosphere to help sailors feel less lonely away from home.

Holidays at sea

Holidays at sea

Many mariners spend holidays at sea. Wise captains make sure they have good food and a comforting atmosphere to help sailors feel less lonely away from home.