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An increase in dorsal fin injuries

"In the last two months four dolphins have been found with their dorsal fins either injured or completely severed.I'm not saying what object it was, but it's a definitely a watercraft or a propeller that's severed the dorsal fin."
abc.net.au/news/2025-04-07/dol
#dolphins #habitat #speeding #watercraft #motorists #trauma #boats #hydrofoil

ABC News · Dorsal fin injuries sustained by dolphins in Bunbury, WA, worry conservation groupBy Pip Waller
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One thing about our having to register canoes in #Minnesota is that it swells our #watercraft numbers; we can brag about having the most boats in the country or some such nonsense.

Seriously, though, watercraft registrations help pay for safety and invasive species programs so there's that.

And it's quite a bargain… for canoes anyway.

Renewal couldn't be easier: the state outsources it; you get an email reminder; you can renew online; stickers come in the mail.

Still…
dnr.state.mn.us/licenses/water

Here's a #LocalAngle for you.

It just so happens that spouse and I canoed out to Silver Islet way back in the go-go 90s as part of a canoe-camping trip to Tee Harbour! It was fun.

The water around Silver Islet is so clear that I felt vertigo while peering down from the canoe into the underwater mining ruins. Recommended!

Minneapolis man recovering in Thunder Bay, Ont., after dramatic rescue from kayak capsizing
cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay

CBC'This is the best vacation I've had in 30 years,' says U.S. kayaker after dramatic rescue | CBC NewsA Minneapolis man on a kayaking trip with his three friends from Sturgeon Bay to Rossport, Ont., is recovering in Thunder Bay after he was rescued by his buddies when his boat capsized, cutting short his eight-day trip on Lake Superior. 

1995 A group of people standing on a submarine

This image captures a captivating scene of a group of individuals gathered atop a submarine, which seems to be surfaced above the water.
The photograph, showcasing a blend of adventure and technology, is set in an outdoor environment, likely in an expansive body of water.
The submarine, a powerful and sophisticated watercraft, is the focal point, underlining the themes of exploration and transport.
The clear visibility of the water around the submarine adds a serene yet intriguing aspect to the scene, suggesting the vast and mysterious world that lies beneath.
The presence of people on the submarine emphasizes human curiosity and the urge to explore the unknown.
The bright daylight and the calm waters suggest a moment of pause in an otherwise possibly rigorous journey, offering a glimpse into the extraordinary experiences that such technological marvels can facilitate.
This image, with its blend of human endeavor and advanced engineering, evokes a sense of adventure and the relentless pursuit of discovery.

#photography #illustration #madman #nocontext #sfw #submarine #transport #watercraft #water #outdoor

nocontext.loener.nl/fullpage/0

👾​ Happy Throwback Thursday retro gamers! Today I pulled 2 great (imo) GameCube titles off my shelf. 1080 Avalanche & Waverace Blue Storm!

I loved both of these titles on the #N64 so I just HAD to get these for the gamecube & I still play them to this date. Great games, I just wish they would continue making them.​

#videogames #gamedev #retro #retrogaming #classics #collections #Nintendo #Gamecube #game #cube #wii #1080 #1080avalanche #waverace #waveracebluestorm #snowboarding #watercraft #jetskis