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Sunsets are coming noticeably earlier these days around the Chesapeake, and fall—both meteorological (September 1) and astronomical (September) —is not far off. Here’s an update on where CBIBS stands as we head toward shorter days.

Much of the 2019-20 winter was warmer than average. That translates into water temperatures running a few degrees higher than average for the winter, too. Water temperature ran two or three degrees above average for much of late winter.

The days are growing longer, boaters and sailors are dreaming about getting back on the water, and the CBIBS team is preparing to redeploy buoys that were pulled from the water for the winter.

As winter--and cold air and water temperatures--fast approaches, the CBIBS team is making moves to keep buoys safe from potential ice damage. The Jamestown buoy will be pulled during the week of December 9; the Annapolis buoy the week of December 16. Exact dates will depend on weather conditions to ensure a safe pull for both the buoy and the technicians.