09-07-2017 13:38 via seattletimes.com

‘Whales ho!’ Sailors, conservationists help keep whales safe

BOSTON (AP) — Competitive sailors have teamed up with conservationists on new guidelines aimed at keeping sailboats and whales from colliding during races. It’s a collaboration between US Sailing, the sport’s national governing body, and several nonprofits working to protect endangered North Atlantic right whales and other species. Experts say vessel strikes are a leading […]
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