Town of Scarborough Maine Harbor Master & Marine Resources

04/07/2026

Don't be fooled—docking is a high-risk time for accidents. A sudden gust or slippery surface can send you into the water unexpectedly. Always keep your life jacket on when docking or moving between your boat and the shore. It's not worth the risk!

04/05/2026

Good feedback!!

Don't be fooled—docking is a high-risk time for accidents. A sudden gust or slippery surface can send you into the water unexpectedly. Always keep your life jacket on when docking or moving between your boat and the shore. It's not worth the risk!

04/05/2026

Great program! Any watercraft owners should consider!

Certified vessel examiners with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and United States Power Squadrons offer free Vessel Safety Checks (VSCs) for your boat. There’s no cost—and no penalties if your boat doesn’t pass.

03/29/2026

On March 29, 2026 @ 0000 hours. Shellfish Harvesting Closure due to rainfall of Conditional Areas (CA), CA 3 Clay Pits, Winnocks Neck in the Nonesuch River, CA 4 the Scarborough River, and CA 5 Doc's Creek will reopen for normal harvesting. Any Questions please contact the Marine Resource Officer.

03/26/2026

Marine flares expire 42 months from the manufacture date. Check your safety gear before boating season, and safely dispose of expired and used flares at Expired Marine Flare Disposal Day on Saturday, April 11.

You can drop of flares from 9am to 1pm at Hamilton Marine in Kittery, Portland, Rockland, and Searsport.

Can't make it to disposal day? Disposing of flares in household trash can be dangerous and setting off old flares can result in false distress reports. Instead, contact your local police or fire department to inquire about safe disposal.

03/16/2026

March 16, 2026 @ 1600 hours. Shellfish Harvesting Closure of Conditional Areas (CA), CA 3 Clay Pits, Winnocks Neck in the Nonesuch River, CA 4 the Scarborough River, and CA 5 Doc's Creek are all closed for rainfall closure until March 29, 2026 @ 00:00 Any Questions please contact the Marine Resource Officer.

03/07/2026

Our Scarborough Harbor Master was just at the Annual Training Confernce with other harbor masters from around the state.

The annual Maine Harbor Master’s Association Conference is well underway at the University of Maine!

01/30/2026

It’s a cold day at the Clay Pitts Boat Ramp.

No shellfish havesting today without a hammer and chisel.

The ducks are enjoying the sun and open water just up river too.

01/06/2026

Effective January 1, 2026, children 12 years of age or younger, including a boat operator who is 12 years of age or younger, must wear a United States Coast Guard approved personal flotation device (PFD) while on any watercraft that is underway and being used for recreational purposes. Exceptions to this requirement include if the child is below the decks, in an enclosed cabin or if the watercraft has a USCG certificate of inspection.

This change, initiated and passed by the Maine State Legislature, increased the required age from 10 years of age or younger to 12 years of age or younger to improve youth safety on Maine's waters. The updated age requirement now aligns with federal law.

01/01/2026

As we welcome in the New Year, we want to take a moment to thank our commercial fishermen, recreational boaters, mooring holders, shellfish harvesters, visitors, staff, and community for your continued support and partnership. A new year brings new beginnings and fresh opportunities to learn, grow, and make postive change. We wish you a safe, healthy, and Happy New Year!

12/29/2025

The Department of Marine Resources just issued a rainfall closure for WG Conditional Areas (CA) 3,4,5. These areas are the Nonesuch River, Scarborough River, and Doc's Creek. These areas are now closed for shellfish harvesting due to rainfall closure and will reopen on January 12, 2026 at 00:01. Any questions reach out to the Marine Resource Officer.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night!