Santa Barbara Waterfront

ENG/SPA - Ever wondered how dredging helps keep our harbor safe and our beaches beautiful? Check out these incredible photos! The first shows East Beach after a year without dredging, while the second—taken just yesterday—reveals the dramatic transformation after 185,000 cubic yards of sand were moved from the harbor to East Beach. Thanks to the Army Corps of Engineers and Pacific Dredge, our shoreline is nourished and our harbor entrance is wide and clear. Routine dredging not only protects navigation but also enhances our coast for everyone to enjoy.
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¿Alguna vez te has preguntado cómo el dragado ayuda a mantener nuestro puerto seguro y nuestras playas hermosas? ¡Mira estas increíbles fotos! La primera muestra East Beach después de un año sin dragado, mientras que la segunda—tomada apenas ayer—revela la transformación impresionante tras trasladar 185,000 yardas cúbicas de arena desde el puerto hasta East Beach. Gracias al Cuerpo de Ingenieros del Ejército y a Pacific Dredge, nuestra costa se mantiene nutrida y la entrada del puerto amplia y despejada. El dragado rutinario no solo protege la navegación, sino que también mejora nuestra costa para que todos la disfruten.

A special thank you to the Los Niños de las Flores for stopping by the harbor and bringing festive flowers to celebrate Fiesta with Waterfront staff! We look forward to this special tradition each year.

To better serve our community, the Waterfront Department is seeking input on how we’re balancing Coastal Dependent, Coastal Related, and Visitor Serving services within the waterfront area.

Please click the link below to take the brief survey and help us plan for the future! The survey closes on Friday, July 18th at 5:00pm.

Thank you!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7BQ3DPY

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us at Boating Safety Day at Santa Barbara Harbor! Your commitment to safe and responsible boating helps keep our waters enjoyable for all. Boating Safety Week Reminder: The best adventures on the water start with safety first! A little preparation goes a long way in making sure every trip is smooth sailing. Let’s protect ourselves, our loved ones, and our fellow boaters! We hope the community enjoyed talking to our Harbor Patrol Officers about Boating Safety and enjoyed the Search and Rescue (SAR) demonstration off the Breakwater! Big thank you to @uscg_airstation_ventura for partnering with us on this event.

⚓️Join us this Saturday, May 17th from 10am – 2pm for a fun and educational day with Harbor Patrol. Come tour the patrol boats, see live training demonstrations with the U.S. Coast Guard, and learn essential safety tips to keep you and your loved ones safe on the water #SafeBoating

🚢 Ahoy, Santa Barbara! Join us at the 14th annual Harbor Nautical Swap Meet happening this Saturday, May 17th in the Harbor Main Parking Lot from 8am to noon for a treasure trove of maritime finds, unique collectibles, and seaside fun! ⚓️Don't miss out on the ultimate nautical adventure and complimentary coffee and pastries care of the Harbor Merchants Association. Admission is Free. Have some nautical gear you'd like to sell? Sign up as a vendor for $25 per spot. Click the link in our bio for more information. #NauticalSwapMeet #SeasideShopping

Since February, a naturally occurring algal bloom has impacted California and our local marine life. Two types of marine algae are present: Domoic Acid (DA) and Saxitoxin (PSP). In Santa Barbara, we are seeing the effects of these blooms, which can lead to neurological issues in affected animals.

What to do if you see a marine mammal in distress:

1. Do not touch, feed, or harass the animal.
2. Observe the animal from a safe distance to avoid stressing the animal further.
3. Determine the exact location of the animal. Get GPS coordinates if possible.
4. Call CIMWI Hotline (805) 567-1505 to report specific information about the animal and its location.

📢Harbor Patrol Reminder!

In foggy conditions, safety is our top priority! Here’s how boaters can turn on the foghorn:

1️⃣ Switch to VHF 83A.
2️⃣ Click the Mic 6 times.
3️⃣ This will activate the foghorn for 15 minutes.

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Get ready to light up the night at the 38th Annual Parade of Lights this Sunday, December 8th. All event activities are FREE! This year’s parade theme is Yuletide Pirates!

Parade of Lights Event Schedule:

❄️ 3pm - Winter Wonderland in the City Pier in the Harbor. There will be 10 tons of snow, goodie bags for children, and Santa! 🎅🏼

🚣🏾 3:30pm - Human-Powered Parade with festive paddlers who will loop the Harbor and Stearns Wharf.

🎄5pm - Tree Lighting Ceremony on Stearns Wharf with Mayor Rowse and the Dos Pueblos Jazz Choir.

⛵️ 5:30pm - Boat Parade with illuminated watercraft that will light up the night as they make their way from Leadbetter Beach to the Cabrillo Pavilion, then along the coast to Stearns Wharf.

🎆 7pm (approximately) - Fireworks show from West Beach.

For more information, visit SantaBarbaraCa.gov/ParadeofLights

  
📷: Joanne A Calitri

Join us tomorrow evening for a community Harbor Watch Meeting as Harbor Patrol Officers Jan Martinez and Rick Hubbard review the latest boating safety trends and statistics.

Come meet our new Harbor Patrol Officers Stella Nicodemus, Tucker Zimmerman, Taylor Plasch, Alex Szymczak, and Connor Streett.

Special guest Santa Barbara Police Sergeant Brian Kerr will discuss Harbor Patrol's new law enforcement policies and how they will affect harbor users.

Contact Harbor Patrol at (805) 564-5530 for more information.

See you there!

Harbor Watch Meeting
Date: Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Waterfront Marine Center Classroom