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Glacier Bay Whale Waters Vessel Speed and Course Restrictions Lifted 11/02/09

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Date: November 2, 2009
Contact: Allison Banks, Public Information Officer, 907-697-2230

Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve

Superintendent Cherry Payne announced today that the 13-knot speed limit and mid-channel course requirement for vessels traveling in all Park waters is hereby cancelled. The number of humpback whales sighted in Glacier Bay has diminished to the point that these vessel operating restrictions are no longer needed.

The speed and course restrictions are cancelled as of 5AM on November 3, 2009.

Although Park managers do not anticipate implementing additional vessel restrictions this fall, boaters are advised to verify whale waters designations prior to entering Glacier Bay by telephoning (907) 697-2627 or by contacting KWM20 Bartlett Cove on marine VHF radio. 
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Last Updated: November 02, 2009 at 18:45 EST