Fw: (CRAB) What's happening on the Charles!

see the racing calendar below.

FYI, the saturday at 11AM race between BC High, CRI and Fairfield Prep will take place on the 2k course (Longfellow Bridge to the finish line, downstream of the BU Boathouse on the Cambridge side, or some subsection of that course).

Check out the CRAB website at www.charlesriverallianceofboaters.org

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CRAB Hey folks, the River is getting busier by the day.  Dragon Boats are out, powerboats are returning, canoe and kayaks are getting out in bigger numbers and the rowers and sailors are transitioning or overlapping from a busy college/high school racing season to a busy club racing season.  Keep your eyes open and don't be afraid to call out "Look Ahead!" if you think someone doesn't see you.   If you see someone who isn't using best practices of your type of boating and navigating the river, speak with them.  And if someone speaks with you, be open to their concerns and ideas.  We can all do things better, or understand the other person's perspective.  Luckly, we have a really good group of coaches and organizers on this river who are willing to work together to make the river safe for all boaters. Upcoming Races Saturday, May 14, 2016 10:00AM to Noon.  BB&N v. Southfield and Lincoln on the Powerhouse (Weeks Bridge to past the Powder Magazine at Magazine Beach).  Girls varsity races. 11:00AM-12:30AM.  BCHigh v. CRI, Fairfield Prep.  I'm not sure where this race is taking place.  Could be the Powerhouse course, could be the 2k course, could be the Herter Half mile.  If someone knows, please alert CRAB. Sailing?  No races on the calendar, but plenty of boats to be sure.   Sunday, May 15, 2016 Sailing?  No races on the calendar, but plenty of boats for sure. Wednesday, May 18, 2016 3:00PM.  Belmont Hill v. BCHigh in the Powershouse (Weeks Bridge to past the Powder Magazine at Magazine Beach).  Lower boats racing.

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Fw: [cportneighbors] DCR Traffic Closures

far reaching and significant road closures for MIT moving day tomorrow.  see below.

I have not seen anything about river closures but I would not be surprised.  adjust your activities accordingly.

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On Thu, May 5, 2016 at 3:42 PM, James Livingstone livingstone.james@gmail.com [cportneighbors]

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The below are the traffic closures and parking restrictions this
weekend for MIT Moving Day.


Best regards,
Jay Livingstone
State Representative
617-722-2396 (p)
617-910-6892 (c)




DCR Traffic Advisory: Cambridge and Boston Area Roadway Restrictions


WHAT:          On Saturday, May 7, 2016, the Department of
Conservation and Recreation (DCR) will restrict access to several DCR
managed roadways in Cambridge and Boston from the hours of 12:00PM -
10:00PM to accommodate MIT Moving Day. Traffic patterns will be
clearly marked and police details will be on site to assist with the
flow of traffic.


WHERE:      Cambridge Street Closings:


Memorial Drive from One Memorial Drive to Massachusetts Avenue will
CLOSE in both directions from 12:00PM – 10:00PM


Memorial Drive east‐bound from Vassar Street to Massachusetts Avenue
will CLOSE from 12:00PM – 4:00PM


Memorial Drive west­‐bound from Massachusetts Avenue to Vassar Street
will remain OPEN from 12:00PM – 4:00PM


Memorial Drive intersections at Danforth, Endicott, and Fowler Streets
will CLOSE from 12:00PM – 4:00 PM


Memorial Drive access from Audrey and Amesbury Streets will be
restricted to west‐bound only traffic from 12:00PM – 4:00 PM


Reid Overpass at the Boston University Bridge will CLOSE east‐bound
from 12:00PM – 4:00PM


Memorial Drive traffic rotary around the Reid Overpass at the Boston
University Bridge will remain OPEN


Main Street off‐ramp to Memorial Drive will CLOSE from 12:00PM – 10:00PM


Boston Street Closings:


Storrow Drive off‐ramp to Massachusetts Avenue will CLOSE from 12:00PM – 4:00PM


Parking Restrictions:


Parking will be restricted on Memorial Drive from Massachusetts Avenue
to the Longfellow Bridge from 6:00AM – 11:00PM


WHEN:          Roadway closures:


Saturday, May 7, 2016


12:00PM - 10:00PM


Parking restrictions along Memorial Drive from Massachusetts Avenue to
the Longfellow Bridge


Saturday, May 7, 2016


6:00AM - 11:00PM


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Fw: (CRAB) This week on the Charles!

On Wednesday, May 4, 2016 12:46 PM, CRAB via CRAB <CRAB@groupspaces.com> wrote:

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CRAB Friday, May 6, 2016 3:00PM, Belmont Hill/Bu Academy lower boats on the Powerhouse (Weeks Bridge to past the powder magazine at Magazine Beach). Saturday, May 7, 2016 10:00AM MIT Crossing the Charles.  This anniversary event commemorating MIT's move from Boston to Cambridge will involve a floatilla that may include "Autonomous Underwater Vehicles" and "Amphibious Things", likely somewhere near the Mass Ave Bridge.  Sure to be a great spectator event, you do not want to end up in the middle of this.  Coaches and powerboaters are urged to adjust your plans around this event. 3:00PM, BB&N v. MX and NCDS, girls varsity fours on the Powerhouse (Weeks Bridge to past the powder magazine at Magazine Beach).   Sailing?  Not sure.  But there are always sail boats in the basin. Sunday, May 8, 2016 8:30AM - 11:00AM, CRLS v. Duxubury Bay Maritime, Medford High and CRI on the 2k Course (Longfellow Bridge to shy of the BU Boathouse on the Cambride side). 11:00AM - 12:30PM, BC High v. St. John, rowing 1500 meters on the 2k course (starting below MIT sailing pavillion and finishing at 2k finish, short of BU Boathouse on the Cambridge side). Sailing?  Not sure.  But there are aleasy sail boats in the basin. Find out more, including information on the CRAB-MIT depth chart initiative, go to www.CharlesRiverAllianceofBoater s.org ; Questions?  contact us at CharlesRiverAllianceofBoaters@gm ail.com

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Newton Yacht Club Fire

this morning out hearts go out to the good people of the Newton Yacht Club.  the news reports two boats heavily damaged but there is surely more fire, smoke and water damage to other boats and dock.  Our best wishes for heavy insurance and a speedy recovery.

folks out this morning encountered an active scene but we should all give Newton a wide berth until they are all cleaned up.  fires are messy things.  better yet, turn before you get there.

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Traffic Pattern Alert! Anderson Bridge

See the note below from the State

 

 

Check out the CRAB website at www.charlesriverallianceofboaters.org

On Friday, April 29, 2016 7:47 AM, "Connelly, Roderick (DOT)" <Roderick.Connelly@dot.state.ma.us> wrote:

Good morning All,

On Monday May 2^nd the contractor will be moving the precast installation operation into the center barrel of the Anderson Bridge; the Cambridge side barrel will be reopened. 

Thanks,

Roderick M. Connelly III

Resident Engineer Anderson Memorial Bridge

Mass DOT District 6 Construction

Fw: (CRAB) What is happening on the Charles!

On Wednesday, April 20, 2016 2:04 PM, CRAB via CRAB <CRAB@groupspaces.com> wrote:

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CRAB Spring has sprung!  Which means, lots more boats on the River.  Lots more rowers, lots more sailors, lots more power boaters and lots more canoe/kayak and paddle boarders.  Keep your eyes peeled and don't be afraid to shout out if you see a dangerous situation developing.   As a kind reminder, please remember that YOUR traffic pattern is not THE traffic pattern of the River.  Coast Guard rules govern all, but the rowers use a more stringent pattern, dictating which arch to use in which direction.  They do this to better separate rowing shells moving in opposite directions.  But keep in mind that just because YOU use the center arch of Eliot as upstream only does not mean that Powerboaters use it that way too.  Powerboaters follow a channel and they use the arches designated with the navigational lights.  Which means, that at the BU Bridge, they are using the arch closest to Boston.  So rowers!  Best to keep your eyes open at all bridges for power boats coming the other way.  And, the sailors can travel in a straight line, but very likely not the straight line that you are on.  It isn't their fault, it is the way they work.  Give the sailors a wide berth.  For more info and tips on how to deal with boat types unlike your own, visit www . CharlesRiverAllianceofBoater s . org Other really good things to keep in mind:   Power boats in their slips can get damaged by the wake of a coaching launch.  Please consider the wake that you throw when passing in front of one of the four yacht clubs on the river.   There are alot of novices on this river...in singles, canoes, sailboats, paddleboards, eights, and even power boats.  Be kind to them, and talk to them if you think they aren't sure what they (or you) are doing. Singles and other rowing shells are sometimes on the dock unattended while the rower runs up to open a door, lower a rack, or make an emergency bathroom run.... and wake can really damage those boats too.  Use caution when passing rowing clubs. Happy spring everyone.  Now keep your eyes open and watch out for the boats around you. Racing Calendar Saturday, April 23, 2016 7:00AM to 10:00AM - College Racing on the 2k course (Cambridge side of the River, start above Longfellow Bridget to the Finish Line below the BU Boathouse).  Harvard Men. v. Penn, Navy;  Ltwt Women Beanpot/Muri Cup, BU Radcliffe, MIT; MIT Men v. Bates. 11AM to 5PM, Sailing, above, below or on both sides of the Mass Ave Bridge.  Time is not flexible so give them the course, please. Sunday, April 24, 2016 11AM to 3PM.  Run of the Charles Canoe/Kayak race.  HEAVY Canoe, Kayak and paddle board action from Watertown to the BU Bridge.  Steer clear!!!!!!! 10:00AM to 3:00PM Sailing, above, below, or both sides of the Mass Ave Bridge.  Time is not flexible so give them the course, please. Wednesday, April 27, 2014 3PM Belmont Hill/BC High lower boats on the Powerhouse Course (Weeks footbridge to past the Powder Magazine at Magazine Beach). 5PM Belmont Hill v. CRLS/Middlesex on the Powerhouse Course (Weeks footbridge to past the Powder Magazine at Magazine Beach). for more information, see the CRAB website at www . CharlesRiverAllianceofBoater s . org or email us at CharlesRiverAllianceofBoaters@gm ail.com

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Fw: (CRAB) What is happening on the Charles!

On Friday, April 15, 2016 11:01 AM, CRAB via CRAB <CRAB@groupspaces.com> wrote:

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CRAB Sorry for the late notice this week.  Super busy at work, and will be for the next 3 or 4 weeks.  So feel free to remind me when you don't get a CRAB update by Thursday. Real quick - we have had a few close calls with visiting crews using wrong arches, and some more novice crews doing things that novice crews do.  I haven't been able to address them individually.  Please, everyone make sure that everyone launching from your house understands the basics of the traffic pattern AND the current construction situation at Anderson and Longfellow.  And if you see someone doing something wrong, take the time to politely let them know.  Communication is the key.  It takes a village, people.  Thanks for being part of it.   The Racing Calendar  OK sports fans!  Lots going on~ Saturday, April 16, 2016 7AM to 11AM - College Racing on the 2k course (Longfellow Bridge to short of the BU Boathouse - on the Cambridge side).  NU Men v. Brown;  BC Women, v. BU, URI; Harvard Men v. MIT, Princeton, BU and Radcliffe Ltwt women v. Wisconsin, Stanford and MIT. 10AM - BB&N v. Dexter on the Powerhouse course (Weeks Footbridge to past the Powder Magazine at Magazine Beach)  Varsity Boys race. 11:00AM to 5PM, Sailing Racing, possibly on either (or both) sides of the Mass Ave Bridge. 2PM - Winsor/CRLS/Choate on the Powerhouse (Weeks Footbridge to past the Powder Magazine at Magazine Beach).  Girls fours race 3PM - 5PM Belmont Hill v. Choate on the Powerhouse (Weeks Footbridge to past the Powder Magazine at Mag Beach). Sunday, April 17, 2016 7AM to 10:15AM - College Racing on the 2k course (Longfellow Bridge to short of the BU Boathouse - on the Cambridge side).  BU, Radcliffe and MIT v. Wisconsin and Stanford; NU, Dartmouth, UMass and BU   10AM to 3PM - Sailing Racing, possibly either (or both) upstream and downstream of the Mass Ave Bridge. Wednesday, April 20, 2016 CRLS/Arlington-Belmont/Brookline /Boston Latin on the 2k course (Longfellow Bridge to short of the BU Boathouse - on the Cambrudge side). Good luck to everyone racing!   Best of luck to everyone running the Marathon!!!! For more information on boating on the Charles, including the calendar of events, go to www . CharlesRiverAllianceofBoater s . org

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ALERT!Anderson bridge traffic pattern change delayed til tuesday

See note below

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On Fri, Apr 8, 2016 at 3:14 PM, Connelly, Roderick (DOT)

<Roderick.Connelly@dot.state.ma.us> wrote:

Good afternoon All,

Due to today's rains the contractor was unable to complete their work at the Boston side barrel; so we will have to postpone the barrel move.  On Tuesday the 12^th we will reopen the Boston side barrel and close the Cambridge side barrel.

Thanks,

Roderick M. Connelly III

Resident Engineer Anderson Memorial Bridge

Mass DOT District 6 Construction

Alert! Anderson Bridge traffic pattern change coming monday

See the note from the State below.

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On Fri, Apr 8, 2016 at 7:51 AM, Connelly, Roderick (DOT)

<Roderick.Connelly@dot.state.ma.us> wrote:

Good morning All,

On Monday the 11^th the contractor at the Anderson Manorial Bridge will be closing the Cambridge side barrel and re-opening the Boston side barrel.

Thanks,

Roderick M. Connelly III

Resident Engineer Anderson Memorial Bridge

Mass DOT District 6 Construction

Fw: (CRAB) What is happening on the Charles!

On Wednesday, April 6, 2016 12:58 PM, CRAB via CRAB <CRAB@groupspaces.com> wrote:

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CRAB First, a few quick reminders: If you are hosting a crew visiting the River, whether for college racing, a run down the HOCR course, or for a poker run, please take the time to prep visitors for the Charles River boating environment.  We are far busier than most other bodies of water, and even when you warn folks, evidence would suggest that they don't really take it to heart.  Please make sure that they understand the consequences of not using caution and following the established traffic pattern.  College crews (and club's that host visiting crews) are especially asked to take care with this task. We'd also like to remind folks to please, be aware of your surroundings.  The good folks of Cambridge Boat Club were thankfully aware this morning, and spotted an individual in need of their help.  Hats off to them for taking the time to lend a hand.  But in years past, other incidents including some lewd behavior has taken place on the banks, and boat clubs have been robbed.  Please keep your eyes open.  Get a waterproof case for your cellphone so that you can alert the authorities should you witness something take place.  We all like to be able to focus on our water time, but sometimes, we have to put that aside and help.     Racing Calendar Saturday, April 9 7:00AM - 10:45AM.  College Racing on the 2k course (Longfellow Bridge to finish line posts below the BU Boathouses).  NU Women v. Columbia, MIT Ltwt Men, NU Men v. BU are all racing. 2:00PM to 3:30PM.  Belmont Hill v. Deerfiled scrimmage.  Course?  Likely on the Powerhouse Stretch (Weeks Bridge to the Powder Magazine at Magazine Beach). 3:30PM - 5:30PM.  Mayor's Cup (CRLS v. BB&N) on the Powerhouse Stretch (Weeks Bridge to the Powder Magazine at Magazine Beach). No formal Sailing races, but keep your eyes open for practices.  Also note that Community Boating is open for business so novices will be on the River. Sunday, April 10 7:30AM to 8:45AM.  College Racing on the 2k course (Longfellow Bridget to finish line posts below the BU Boathouses).  Harvard Ltwt Men v. Georgetown. 9:30AM to 10:15AM.  Crusher Casey Stake Race.  Riverside Boat Club event that runs EITHER from RBC docks, downstream of Mass Ave, around a stake and back OR from RBC docks, upstream to Newell Boathouse above Anderson Bridge, around a stake and back.  Course is weather dependent.   No formal Sailing races, but keep your eyes open for practices.  Also note that Community Boating is open for business so novices will be on the River. Wednesday, April 13 4PM.  Brookline v. BC High and Fairfield Prep on the 2k course (Longfellow Bridge to finish posts downstream of the BU Boathouses). 4:30PM to 6:30PM.  CRLS v. Milton High School on the Powerhouse (Weeks Bridge to Powder Magazine at Magazine Beach. Thanks everyone for posting races to the CRAB calendar.   Check out the CRAB Calendar and much, much more at www . CharlesRiverAllianceofBoater s . org

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Fw: (CRAB) What is happening on the Charles!

On Wednesday, March 30, 2016 11:25 AM, CRAB via CRAB <CRAB@groupspaces.com> wrote:

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CRAB Hello Sports Fans!  The River is heating up with College and High School racing this weekend. Saturday, April 2, 2016 7AM to 11AM - College racing on the 2k course (start line above Longfellow to finish line below the BU Boathouse).  Radcliffe v. Brown, Dartmouth (5 races).  Radcliffe Ltwt v. Georgetown (3 races).  BC Women v MIT (4 races).  BC Men v. Bates, UConn, Harvard Ltwt (4 races).  Simmons v. Bates, UVM, MIT Ltwt (4 races). 10:00AM, Belmont Hill v. BCHigh.  I assume that this will take place on the Powerhouse Stretch (Weeks Bridge to past the powder magazine at Magazine Beach). 11:00AM-5:00PM, Sailing Races, taking place on courses on BOTH upstream and downstream sides of the Mass Ave Bridge.  The courses must be clear of other boats by 11AM firm to accomodate LOTS of racing. 1:30PM, Brookline HS v. Boston Latin, on the Powerhouse (Weeks Bridge to past the powder magazine at Magazine Beach). Sunday, April 3, 2018 8:30AM - 9:30AM.  College racing on the 2k course (start line above Longfellow Bridge to finish line below teh BU Boathouse).  Wellesley v. Smith, UNH, Simmons (4 races). 10:00AM - 3:00PM.  Sailing races on courses both upstream AND downstream of the Mass Ave Bridge.  The courses must be clear of other boats by 10:00AM firm to accomodate LOTS of racing.   Heads up! Event coming  Sunday, April 10th.  Riverside's Crusher Casey Stake Race - Eights Race going off the line at 9:45AM and the Singles going off at 9:55AM.  This should avoide the college racing traffic, but college coaches, please note this on your calendars and watch out for big and small boats rounding a stake at "high" speed.  The race course is either Riverside to Mass Ave and back, or Riverside to Newell Boathouse and back, weather depending. Steve "Crusher" Casey was a wrestler, boxer and rower that was nationally ranked in Ireland, England and the USA.  Originally from Sneem, Kerry, Ireland, he and 2 of his 6 siblings were members of Riverside Boat Club where they were instrumental in bringing local and national attention to the sport in the 1930's and 1940's.  Riverside honors his athletic prowess with a stake race each spring where the male and female winner get their name engraved on a trophy in the shape of a wrestling belt.  Cox'ns of the winning eight get their name engraved on a plaque that includes a London Policeman's "Bobby" hat, a gift to the club from Steve Casey's great nephew.  In the event of a tie, the organizers threaten to settle with one of the other sporting disciplines.  Spectators are welcome.   For more information on these events or to find out more about boating on the Charles, see the CRAB calendar at www . CharlesRiverAllianceofBoater s . org.  Contact us at CharlesRiverAllianceofBoaters@gm ail.com

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Fw: (CRAB) This Week on the Charles!

On Thursday, March 24, 2016 12:51 PM, CRAB via CRAB <CRAB@groupspaces.com> wrote:

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CRAB Hello Sports fans!!  Formal racing is up and running.  Please be sure to be aware of what is happening before you venture out.  Powerboaters are encouraged to check out the Powerboating page on the CRAB website to get some helpful tips for navigating around rowing shells and sail boats.  Rowers should check out their page as well to figure out how to recognize a sailing race and how to avoid ending up in the wrong place.   Everyone is encouraged to review the traffic pattern and remember that the rowing traffic pattern is NOT the pattern that the Power Boaters use...it is the traffic pattern that the rowers use to more safety organize themselves.  It is more restrictive than Coast Guard regulations.  Powerboaters follow the Coast Guard Regs which allows them to use arches in different ways.  For example, rowers use the center arch at Weeks as upstream only to avoid head on collissions on a tricky corner - but Power Boaters have to use that arch bi-directionally.  Courtesy is always the best option when dealing with other boats.  So lets brush up on our information, commit to best behavior and have a safe season. Contents Racing!!! Events to Keep in Mind 1. Racing!!! Colleges and boathouses that allow them to launch, please make sure that your visitors understand the traffic pattern.  It takes a village to educate a visitor. SATURDAY, MARCH 26TH College Racing on the 2K course (from the start line on the stripe on the wall of the jug handle that juts out on Memorial drive above Longfellow Bridge to the white finish line markers downstream of the BU Boathouse). 7:20AM-11:00AM - Beanpot racing, MIT lightweight Men, Simmons v. Merrimack, MIT Men and Women v. Coast Guard. 11:00AM to 5:00PM - Sailing Racing (either between Longfellow and Mass Ave, or Mass Ave and BU Bridges). SUNDAY, MARCH 27TH 10:00am to 3:15PM - Sailing Racing (either between Longfellow and Mass Ave, or Mass Ave and BU Bridges)   2. Events to Keep in Mind April 24th - the Run of the Charles.  Very busy event.  Folks should plan to be off the river early.... April 30th - the Charles River Cleanup.  May 7 - MIT crossing the Charles - to commemorate MIT's historic move from Boston to Cambridge, they will cross by land and water (Grand Marshall Oliver Smoot '62!!).   We need help from a Sailor!  If someone in the sailing community wants to send me details on their races (like in which section of the river they are happening, and maybe the participants, I'll happily include it. Sailors need help from everyone else.  Folks are cautioned to remember that even when there aren't sailing races, there are still plenty of sailors practicing. For more information, visit the CRAB website at www . CharlesRiverAllianceofBoater s . org

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Traffic Pattern Alert! Boston Arch Closure at Anderson tomorrow

See Below.  Boston Arch closes tomorrow which requires a traffic pattern change.

For rowers:  All upstream travel is through the Cambridge arch only.  All downstream travel is through the Center Arch only.

For powerboaters:  Center Arch us used in both directions.

All boaters, please use caution around this bridge.

Thanks

Kate

 

 

 

 

Check out the CRAB website at www.charlesriverallianceofboaters.org

On Wednesday, March 23, 2016 11:35 AM, "Connelly, Roderick (DOT)" <Roderick.Connelly@dot.state.ma.us> wrote:

Good morning all,

Tomorrow morning the contractor at the Anderson Memorial Bridge will be moving their barges from the center barrel to the Boston side barrel.  The center barrel will be reopened and the Boston side barrel will be closed for approximately a week.

Thanks,

Roderick M. Connelly III

Resident Engineer Anderson Memorial Bridge

Mass DOT District 6 Construction

Dredging Complete - the River is open but USE CAUTION

All,

The dredging is complete and equipment is no longer blocking the river.  However, they are still removing it from the river, so if you MUST row between Eliot and North Beacon, keep your eyes open and stay out from shore (which of course means that you also need to look for boats coming at you doing the same thing).

Or, play it safe and stay out of that area if you can, and give them a few more days to clear out.

 

 

 

 

Check out the CRAB website at www.charlesriverallianceofboaters.org

Fw: (CRAB) Dredging starts tomorrow!

 

 

Check out the CRAB website at www.charlesriverallianceofboaters.org

On Wednesday, February 10, 2016 9:34 AM, CRAB via CRAB <CRAB@groupspaces.com> wrote:

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CRAB Hello All, Dredging on the sandbar begins tomorrow.  For any intrepid boaters out there who may want to row in the open areas on the river (likely to not be open after this weekend), please avoid the area above Weeks because: The dredging will require a barge and it will move.  It is pretty narrow up there so best not to be around it. Once it starts sucking up debris, it does not stop until it is done.  It runs 24 hours a day, and should be done by the end of the weekend (weather permitting). There is a pipe that will run along the Boston shore from the dredge site through the Boston arch of Arsenal Bridge (blocking the Boston Arch) to Herter park parking lot where the debris will be 'dewatered'. So again, avoid the area, please. FYI, the contractor has put quite a bit (like a foot or more) of sandy material down on the big parking lot at Herter, next to the playground.  It is covered with a membrane and the debris will be spread across that to dewater.  It will be hauled away from there.  Expect that parking lot to be unusable until April. We should send a letter from CRAB to the Governor thanking him, Secretary Matt Beaton and dcr Commissioner Roy for this work.  If you have any suggestions about content, get them to me quickly please.  Send to CharlesRiverAllianceofBoaters@gm ail.com Kate

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