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PREVIEW 46th Newport Boat Show returns, April 25-28, P. 27 California Boating News Since 1971
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show “career days,” which provide more than 41,000 jobs in California alone, have been free entry and networking with major players in the marine industry. But can career days help spruce up job opportunities for a new generation of workers? P. 12
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State Senator introduces new resolution opposing federal offshore drilling proposal
April 19 - May 2, 2019
Sea bass pens help replenish stocks, but fishery still a work in progress
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ewport Beach’s Balboa Angling Club continues to help restock the white sea bass population. Sea bass definitely appear to be making a comeback, but no one is in a position to take the foot off the pedal when it comes to maintaining or improving fish stocks. Mike Berdine, one of the club’s representatives, said it’s always a challenge to maintain conservation efforts. P. 20
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he latest salvo in the ongoing back-and-forth between policymakers in Sacramento and the White House is a State Senate resolution seeking to maintain California’s role in determining whether certain federal actions are harmful the state’s coastal lands and waters. P. 3
Dana Point Harbor’s marina merger finally announced Dana Point Harbor’s East Marina and West Marina became one several weeks ago, but the private entity responsible for the waterfront’s redevelopment just now announced the merger. A general manager was also named to oversee the new, unified marina. Both marinas combine for more than 2,400 slips. P. 19
Southwestern Yacht Club’s Benefit on the Bay 2019 to serve ElderHelp of San Diego
Four yacht clubs hosting 2019 California Offshore Race Week
Three events held in May and June will help fund programs offered by ElderHelp of San Diego. Festivities begin on May 4, when Southwestern Yacht Club will host the 49th annual Bottom Fishing Tournament. P. 40
Memorial Day Weekend is not just the official start of boating season, but is also marks the beginning of Offshore Racing Week, which is hosted by four yacht clubs. The offshore race takes place along the coast between San Francisco and San Diego. P. 37
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