Rules of boating in Mississippi
We are joined by Captain Michael Strickland from the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources to talk about safety rules while out on the water.
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DMR offering boat and water safety course
As we approach summer, you are likely to see more and more people out enjoying the water. It is a state law that anybody born after June 30th, 1980…
Coast Guard warns against illegal vessels
The Coast Guard is warning people to be wary of illegal charters before hopping on a boat. All commercial vessels must be Coast Guard certified. The Gulf Coast Illegal Charter…
National Boating Week promotes safe boating
This week marks National Boating Week. With these summer-like temperatures we’ve been experiencing, a lot of people are eager to hit the water, but we want to make sure everyone…
DMR reminders for Fourth of July boating safety
This weekend is going to be a busy one on the Mississippi Sound with the Fourth of July and the end of the recreational red snapper season on…
Department of Marine Resources gives boating safety tips
Before you make plans to head out on the water, the Department of Marine Resources shares some boating safety tips and statistics. DMR says to never operate a vessel under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It’s illegal and can…
Life jacket loaner stations at Gulfport Harbor
In honor of National Boating Safety Week, it is important those who hit the water remain careful. The life jacket loaner stand, located at the Gulfport Harbor in Jones Park, ensures people on the Coast can have fun and stay…
Keeping it safe on the water
Memorial Day is just one week away and many South Mississippians plan to spend the holiday out on Coast waters, but a day of fun in the sun could turn into a tragedy in the blink of an eye. News…
National Safe Boating Week
With Memorial Day Weekend almost a week away, families are gearing up to get their boats on the water for the popular holiday and in the midst of National Safe Boating Week. This annual week of safe boating awareness begins…
Operation Dry Water
Fourth of July Weekend is the biggest boating weekend of the year. Authorities suspect people out on the water who are enjoying the holiday may also be enjoying a little more booze than usual. That’s why a national campaign called…
Operation Dry Water
Fourth of July weekend is the biggest boating weekend of the year. Authorities suspect people out of the water who are enjoying the holiday may also be enjoying a little more booze than usual. That’s why a national campaign called…
Boating safety reminders
Memorial Day is launching off the summer season and that means more boats out on the water. DMR officials are urging boaters to keep safety first before heading out to have fun this summer. Children 12 and under should always…
Students Learn about Boating Safety
Watch out, there may be some new boaters on the water. A group of local students are on their way to getting licenses this week. The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources teamed up with North Woolmarket Elementary and Middle School…
Operation Dry Water Kept Boaters Safe on the Water this Weekend
As water lovers gear up for one of the busiest boating holidays of the year, a national safety campaign is wrapping up: “Operation Dry Water.”