Harbormaster
Mariana L. Rauworth

 

Marine Patrol
Timothy M. Furlong, Chief of Police

Stephen R. Shultz, Lieutenant

Marc C. Holey, Patrol Officer

Conner M. Robertson, K9 Unit/ Patrol Officer

Joseph E. Barber, Patrol Officer

Michael D. Waters, Retired Sergeant

Michael W. Shultz, Reserve Officer

Amanda M. Morash, Reserve Officer

 

VHF Hailing Channel: 16/9 | VHF Working Chan: 14
Office Hours By Appointment

 

The Harbormaster Department is unique in that it is a separate town department under control of the Town Administrator of Nahant but it is also a sub-division of the Police Department answerable to the Chief of Police. The Harbormaster is a part-time position, and she is aided by a Marine Patrol Unit who are trained in a combination of maritime and law enforcement skills.

 

Moorings

All boats/vessels in Nahant Waters on moorings are privately owned, shall obtain a mooring permit through the Harbormaster on a yearly basis. The mooring permit deadline is June 30th of each year. Applications can be submitted by email, or in person. Moorings not registered/permitted yearly are deemed illegal and are subject to removal at the owner’s expense.

Mooring Application

Mooring Regulations

Mooring Inspection Guidelines

 

Mooring Companies:

Sub Surface Marine

 

Mid-Harbor Marine

 

Boating License

https://www.mass.gov/info-details/massachusetts-boating-law-summary

Starting April 1, 2026, a valid boater safety certificate will be required for all individuals operating motorboats and PWCs in Massachusetts.

Who Needs a Certificate?

  • Born after January 1, 1989:
    • Must obtain a certificate by April 1, 2026.,
    • No penalties will be enforced until September 1, 2026.
  • Born on or before January 1, 1989:
    • Must obtain a certificate before April 1, 2028.

All operators of motorboats and PWCs will be required to carry proof of completion of an approved boater education course while on the water.

Boating License Course Information: https://www.boat-ed.com/massachusetts/

Personal Water Craft Safety Laws

MA Laws Governing Vessel Operators Towing / A person(s) on water skis, aquaplane, knee-board, wake-board, tube, or similar device

 

Boating Accident Reporting

The operator of a vessel is required to submit a written report to the Massachusetts Environmental Police, Boating and Recreational Vehicle Safety Bureau whenever an accident results in:

  • The death of a person.
  • Disappearance of a person under circumstances which suggest any possibility of death or injury.
  • Any injury requiring medical attention.
  • Property damage exceeding $500.

Accidents resulting in death or serious injury must be reported within 48 hours. Other accident reports must be submitted within five days.

If a boat is lost, stolen, abandoned, or destroyed, the owner must notify the Massachusetts Environmental Police in writing within 15 days.

Boating Accident Report Form