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OPB Article: Between Safety and Shelter – Oregon Faces a Complex Abandoned Boat Problem

Abandoned Boat on River

Oregon authorities are stepping up efforts to tag and remove abandoned and derelict vessels from state waterways, balancing environmental risks, navigation safety, and the realities of housing insecurity as the number of neglected boats continues to rise.

Liam Kohns October 7, 2025October 7, 2025 Local News, News Read more

gCaptain Article: Oregon Secures new Funding to Remove Abandoned Boats from Waterways

Sailboat being removed from the Columbia River

A groundbreaking partnership between the BoatUS Foundation and NOAA is bringing new funding to remove abandoned and derelict vessels from Oregon’s waterways, aiming to clear dozens of high-risk boats and restore local rivers and coasts.

Liam Kohns August 20, 2025August 20, 2025 Local News, News Read more
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