Beverly Harbormaster Department

05/19/2026

The Jet Boat was a hit at the Warrior weekend touch-a -truck. ⚓️

05/07/2026

Always a good time at Beverly Harbor Fest. Come down and say hello. Bring the kids by to explore the Harbormaster jet boat. It is always a hit.⚓️

🌊 Harbor Fest 2026 is coming! 🌊

Join us for an afternoon of seaside fun at Lynch Park in beautiful Beverly!

📅 Sunday, September 13
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Celebrate our coastal community with live music, local vendors, delicious food, family-friendly activities, and more — all set against the stunning views.

Bring your friends, your family, and your love for all things local — Harbor Fest is the perfect way to wrap up summer!

05/06/2026

Lobster season is just around the corner, and our fleet is hard at work getting ready.

With all the ongoing construction around the new fisherman’s hoist pier, it has not been easy, but these guys do not slow down. They have adapted, worked around the challenges, and are still getting the job done.

It is a great reminder of the grit and resilience that defines our waterfront. Proud to support this fleet and the work they do every day. 🦞💪

If you see them out there, give them a wave. They have earned it.

04/27/2026

We’re pleased to share a first look at our new Life Proof patrol vessel, currently under construction on the West Coast. This 27-foot emergency service vessel is designed for safety and response capability. This project is primarily funded through the Port Security Grant Program, with the remaining matching cost shared with the Beverly Harbor Management Authority.

We’re looking forward to bringing this important addition home. Anticipated arrival this fall. ⚓

04/01/2026

Respect the Water. Know the Rules.

Starting today, new boating safety requirements are officially taking effect across the state.

If you were born after January 1, 1989, you are now required (as of April 1, 2026) to have a valid Boater Safety Certification to operate a registered vessel.

If you were born before 1989, you will need to obtain your certification by April 1, 2028.

These changes are designed to improve safety on the water for everyone. If you have not already done so, now is a great time to complete an approved boating safety course and get certified.

Stay safe and enjoy the boating season. 🧑‍✈️⚓🌊

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03/06/2026

Looking forward to talking about this hidden problem and our plans to tackle it in Beverly Harbor.

Lobstering has shaped the North Shore for centuries, transforming lobster from “poor man’s food” into a valuable commercial fishery and a core part of the region’s maritime heritage. As fishing gear evolved from wood to long-lasting wire, new challenges emerged. Lost or abandoned lobster traps can persist on the seafloor for decades, continuing to capture marine life in a process called ghost fishing. This derelict gear harms habitat, affects fisheries, and is a growing concern in harbors worldwide.

Harbormaster Peter Dickman will explain how recent changes in maritime law have made it possible for coastal communities to address this issue and will present plans for the Beverly Harbor Derelict Trap Recovery Project. Funded through a Fishing Trap Removal Assessment and Prevention program grant from the Virginia Institute of Marine Science, the project will use scuba-based recovery operations over two winter periods to locate, remove, and document abandoned traps, improve marine habitat, and support sustainable reuse or recycling of recovered materials. Learn about this collaborative effort to protect marine life, support sustainable fishing, and honor the working waterfront tradition.

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12/18/2025

Still water, first light, the waterfront holding a brand new day.

12/18/2025

BEVERLY — Divers will clean up old lobster traps left at the bottom of Beverly Harbor in the first project of its kind for the city.

12/10/2025

Glad to be moving this effort forward in Beverly Harbor. This project will help protect marine life and support the long-term health of our waterfront.

In a first, divers to clear Beverly Harbor of 'derelict' lobster traps and abandoned fishing gear

12/02/2025

Winter is the perfect time to polish your skills!