Mariner Update

DROP CAMERA SURVEY (522-3)

May 11, 2022

The School for Marine Science and Technology (SMAST), will be conducting drop camera surveys from the Fishing Vessel Horizon starting on May 3rd and continuing for approximately 8 – 10 days, weather permitting. Surveys will take place in the Vineyard Wind 1 Lease Area 501, a control area to the northeast, Avangrid Lease Area 534, and Vineyard Offshore Area 522.We are committed to communicating and working with local fishermen in the region during all stages of development of the proposed offshore wind farm. If you are fishing or plan to fish in the survey area during this time period, please contact us with any questions or comments.

DATES: MARCH 18, 2022, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2022. LOCATIONS: SEE HIGHLIGHTED REGION ON THE CHART BELOW.

Fishing boat named Horizon sailing in open water with buildings visible in the background under a clear blue sky.

F/V HORIZON
Flag: USAIMO: 9551301
Captain: Steven Sukeforth
Mobile: (+1) 508-965-1961
Standing by on VHF channel 13 & 16

Map of Vineyard Wind 1 showing camera stations, control area, and lease areas with grid lines and nautical chart background.

For the latest information, please contact:
Crista Bank, Fisheries Manager, Cell: 508-525-0421 • Email: cbank@vineyardoffshore.com
‍Jeannot Smith, Marine Liaison, Cell: 904-613-0134 • Email: jsmith@vineyardoffshore.com
‍Travis Lowery, Fisheries Liaison, Cell: 508-728-4529 • Email: tlowery@vineyardoffshore.com