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(8/24/2010) Beaches a buffer between you and storm's waves A wide, sandy beach is best suited to stand up to a storm's onslaught, offering better protection for upland homes, habitat and infrastructure.
(8/10/2010) Will end of El Niño mean a stormier season? A natural phenomena that brings cooler waters in the Pacific could heat up the Atlantic hurricane season. With the help of The Weather Channel, find out why.
(7/27/2010) Oil in your beach, but not on it
The spill's impacts can lurk below the surface of an otherwise clean beach, and research shows storm waves will push more oil onto beaches even if landfall is hundreds of miles away.
(7/13/2010) The beach and the bench: The Supreme Court decision
The nation's highest court issued a shoreline settlement with major consequences for beaches around our country.
(6/22/2010) Oil and water: Spills and the shoreline, part 2 As oil continues to leak into the Gulf, what does it mean to beaches and the critters who rely on them? Answers to some of the common questions.
(6/8/2010)Oil and water: Spills and the shoreline, part 1 As oil continues to leak into the Gulf, what does it mean to beaches and the critters who rely on them? Answers to some of the common questions.
(5/25/2010) States write their own policies for beach access Access to the beach is a hot topic in many coastal communities, but who owns the beach
and has the right to use it brings a different answer depending on where you are.
Here is a look at how three states view the beach access issue.
(5/24/2010) From sea to shining sea: ASBPA releases list of the Best Restored Beaches for 2010
(5/13/2010) Federal investment in beach restoration projects nets more beach access for all Once upon a time, our country’s beaches were viewed as playgrounds only for the wealthy. Thanks to government mandating public access in return for any funding, beach restoration projects around the country have made a trip to the beach within reach for all Americans.
(4/27/2010) What do we have to lose if we don’t have beaches? As Americans, we all love beaches. But when it comes to spending money to protect them, some people say we should instead retreat from the coast. Certainly that is an option, but it comes at a hefty price. Economists in California estimated the impact of retreat in their state. The figures and how they came up with them may surprise you.
(4/13/2010)The Beachonomics Quiz Spring is in the air, when Americans start thinking about summer vacations. Many of them plan to visit one of America’s beautiful beaches and, when they do, they’ll be contributing to the U.S. economy by spending their tourism dollars there. Take the ASBPA “Beachonomics Quiz” to see how much you know about the economic value of beaches.
(3/23/2010) A better budget for beaches... but more money is still needed President Obama released his budget proposal last month. Coastal advocates are relieved to see an increase in funding for coastal projects, but say it is still not enough to restore America's eroding shoreline.
(3/9/2010) A whale of garbage litters America's beaches Clean beaches promote health, safety and enjoyment for people and pristine conditions for marine life. Read on to learn how the people in Galveston, Texas, are keeping their beaches clean.
(2/24/2010) The winter beach: Why no news is not good news
In communities with mature beach projects in place, winter storms - such as the nor'easter that raked the Eastern Seaboard in November - wreak the same havoc they once did. But no one notices because there's enough beach to protect the upland structures and property. Is it smart to be complacent about our nation's beaches?
(2/09/2010) America's shorelines stay active despite the weather
(1/26/2010) Handling the hazards of coastal megacities
Access to water has always been a strong factor in human settlement. But today, 15 of the world's 20 megacities are along the coast. Nearly 200 million people now live in a coastal megacity; by 2015, that number is expected to grow to nearly 240 million people. What are the risks of urban living along the coast, and what can be done to mitigate them?
(1/12/2010) The beach as a habitat Wide, sandy beaches provide much more than a space for people to set up a beach chair and umbrella. They are also prime habitats for thousands of critters. Take this quiz from the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association to find out how much you know about the creatures who live on the beach.
(12/22/09) Artificial Reefs: The Wave of the Future? Artificial reefs have long served as habitats for marine life, but can they do more? Coastal experts say they can also protect the beach and enhance the surfing experience. Read more to learn about the implementation of this shore protection method in the U.S.
(12/08/09) Artificial Reefs: More than just Habitats Did you know that artificial reefs serve as more than simply habitats for oceanic creatures? They also provide shore protection and enhance the surfing experience. Take this ASBPA quiz to see how much you know about artificial reefs.
(11/24/09) Coastal boundary policies vary by state There is a growing demand to precisely locate coastal boundaries, but when attempts are made to formalize them temperatures rise and technical issues often erupt. Plus, there's no one way to make the determination - each state has its own system. Learn about some of the different ways states determine public vs. private property on the beach.
(11/19/09)'Sea-level rise - facing our future' is focus of beaches journal What will rising seas means to shorelines and communities (both human and natural)? A national coastal journal says local variables and responses, keeping long-range perspective and insisting on facts rather than frenzy will make a major difference in eventual impacts.
(11/10/09) Coastal hazards: How big a wave would it take to demolish a coastal building? Coastal hazards along America’s shorelines threaten a great percentage of the U.S. population. Take the beach quiz to find out how much you know about your risks.
(10/28/09) Florida beach dispute reaches U.S. Supreme Court Four beachfront property owners in Walton County, Florida objected that the renourished beach seaward of a state-set erosion control line would become public land, as is mandated by state law. The case is now before the U.S. Supreme Court and will have national implications.
(10/13/09) Florida draws lines in the sand to protect public interest
What may seem like a simple question "Who owns the sand on the beach?" is actually a very complicated one that varies from state to state. One conflict over the issue is awaiting a hearing by the U.S. Supreme Court. Learn more about how property ownership on the beach is established in one state.
(09/22/09) Coastal hazards: How big a wave would it take
to demolish a coastal building?
Coastal hazards along America’s 7,000 miles of shoreline threaten nearly half of the U.S. population. What are the risks? What can be done to protect our infrastructure?
Spencer Rogers from North Carolina Sea Grant explains.
(9/08/09) Coastal engineers have tools to preserve both beaches and surfing
Coastal engineers say increased awareness, new modeling tools and interaction between user groups, project designers and environmental agencies can help avoid potential conflicts between coastal engineering practices and the nation's surfing community.
(8/25/09) Surfers passionate about beach preservation
Surfers say public policies can affect the surfing quality. Here, a surfer who is also a coastal engineer addresses the policies that are most significant to preserving America’s beaches and recreational opportunities.
(8/11/09) Inlets: Good for navigation, bad for beaches
Coastal experts say inlets are necessary for our nation’s navigation and water quality, even though they sometimes interrupt the natural flow of sand along the shoreline. Learn more about what an inlet is and what scientists and engineers are doing to restore the flow of sand.
7/28/08) “Do no harm” when it comes to inlet management
Coastal experts say “do no harm” should be the motto behind managing our nation’s navigation channels; however, the theory is easier said than done. ASBPA member Phillip Roehrs discusses the in and outs of the strategy.
(7/14/09) Summer Fun Beach Quiz: How much do you know about the beach?
(6/23/09) NOAA: 'We have a lot to lose' in sea level rise 'emergency'
(6/9/09) Waves along Florida east coast becoming more volatile
(5/26/09) Hard lessons learned from Hurricane Ike
(5/12/09) A rising trend: Scientists discover wave heights are increasing on the Pacific Ocean
(4/28/09) Federal agency pulls the plug on coastal protection funding
(4/14/09) All waves are not created equal
(3/24/09) Dredging keeps our beaches ― and our tourism ― in good shape
(3/10/09) Dredging 101: The business of making beaches bigger
(2/24/09) Can you count on Congress to protect your beach in 2009?
(2/10/09) Congress: Beaches are a $600 to $1 investment
(1/27/09) To be or not to be: Beach renourishment after a nor'easter
(1/13/09) Notorious nor'easters take over for hurricanes during the winter
(1/6/09) Obama urged to develop comprehensive coastal policy
(12/23/08) How do you get federal funding for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to nourish your beach?
(12/09/08) How does a beach erode and why does it happen?
(11/25/08) Will there be money to help America's beaches recover from the 2008 hurricane season and prepare for 2009?
(11/11/08) Analysis: Did America’s beaches do their jobs this hurricane season?
(10/28/08) Want to be president? Here’s what you need to do to protect America’s coastlines
(10/14/08) Want to be president? Here’s what you need to know about America’s coastlines
(9/23/08) California seeks to expand federal role in coastal management
(9/9/08) Pocket beaches are national treasures
(8/14/08) New study shows beaches are a key driver of U.S. economy
(8/12/08) U.S. beaches are wider this summer
(7/22/08) Great Lakes Beaches
(7/8/08) Managing shorelines in the Great Lakes takes multiple approaches
(6/24/08) The government views your beach as valuable hurricane protection
(6/10/08) Beaches are the First Line of Defense against Hurricanes
(3/27/08) Are You Sitting on a Restored Beach?
(3/13/08) Beaches 101: Storms and waves steal sand from your beach
(2/26/08) America’s Coastal Policy: Why You Want the Federal Government’s Toes in Your Sand
(2/7/2008) Beaches 101: The Winter Beach
 
   
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