Access to Nawiliwili Small Boat Harbor launch ramp on Kauai may be limited on April 29, 2025 from 12:00pm through 3:00pm for emergency response training. DOBOR recommends that users launch ...
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Announcements
After being made aware of misinformation circulated by commercial boating interests, the DLNR Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation (DOBOR) is clarifying the status of Commercial Use Permits (CUPs) following ...
Read More DLNR Clarifies Ocean Commercial Use Permitting Status
Vessel registration renewal has become more streamlined for state boat owners. DOBOR is pleased to announce the launch of its new online renewal portal. In-person renewals are still available at ...
Read More Online Vessel Registration Renewal Now Available
Water service to Honokohau Small Boat Harbor will be shut off from 7:00am to 11:00am on Friday, April 4, 2025, for repair of a Backflow Preventor at the DOBOR building.
LAHAINA, Maui – The DLNR Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation (DOBOR) has awarded a contract to American Marine Corporation for dredging work to remove accumulated sediment at the Māla ...
Read More Dredging Work at Māla Boat Ramp Starts Next Week
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has seen an increase in vessel traffic at Ma’alaea Small Boat Harbor due to the closure of Lahaina Small Boat Harbor, and a corresponding increase ...
Read More U.S. Coast Guard Reminds Operators that VHF Channel 16 is For Hailing and Distress Only
Water service to Honokohau Small Boat Harbor will be shut off from 7:00am to 11:00am on Friday, February 14, 2025, for repair of a Backflow Preventor at the DOBOR building.
Please be aware that letters sent by mail offering documentation renewal may be from third-party companies and may include additional fees not required by the Coast Guard. Official documentation renewal ...
Read More Notice Regarding U.S. Coast Guard Vessel Documentation Renewal
A BOUNTY FOR DERELICT FISHING GEAR (DFG) FISH AGGREGATING DEVICES (DFAD) IS AVAILABLE IF BOATERS QUALIFY AND MEET REQUIREMENTS If you have ever been on a fishing trip and saw ...
Read More COLLECT A BOUNTY FOR CERTAIN MARINE DEBRIS
The Puako boat ramp loading dock on Hawaii Island has been damaged from the recent heavy surf. DOBOR staff are currently evaluating the condition of the loading dock. Until further ...
Read More Puako Boat Ramp and Loading Dock Closed