Coast Guard Paddles In with Raft Race Safety Rules
Published Date: 4/15/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The Coast Guard wants to set special rules to keep everyone safe during annual raft races on the Neuse and Trent Rivers in New Bern, NC. On certain Saturdays in June, only race participants and authorized people can be in the race area. This means boaters not in the race will have to stay clear, helping prevent accidents and keep the fun flowing smoothly.
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Boaters barred during June raft races
On select Saturdays in June each year, only raft race participants and people authorized by the Captain of the Port, Sector North Carolina (or a designated representative) may be in the designated race area on the Neuse and Trent Rivers in New Bern, NC. If you are a boater who is not part of the race, you must stay clear of the race area unless you get authorization.
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