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Due to the nature of our work, the office is open by appointment only. Please feel free to call or email if you have any questions, comments, or concerns and the staff will get back to you as soon as possible.

Mission

The mission of the Natural Resources Department is to preserve, protect and enhance the natural resources within the Town of Eastham as well as provide education to the public. This is achieved in different ways such as shellfish propagation to protect and enhance the natural population, management of the waterways, and maintenance of the conservation areas. The Department also enforces both recreational and commercial shellfish, aquaculture, and maritime town and state laws. 

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Vessel Storage 

Vessel Storage lottery is closed for the 2026 season. Please see Vessel Storage page for more information. 

Boating Safety

New MA Boating Law 

Massachusetts recently passed the Hanson-Milone Act, which includes a new requirement to obtain a state-approved boating safety certificate to legally operate a boat. More information: 

• Hanson-Milone Boater Safety Act 
• Boat Safety Certificate Course 
• U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary: Hanson-Milone Act and Boat America Course 

Upcoming local courses 

The local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Nauset Flotilla offers vessel safety checks and boater safety courses. Please visit their website for schedule and contact information: Flotilla 11-6, District 1NR. 

Other boating safety classes may be listed through Americas Boating Club: https://americasboatingclub.org/index.php/find-a-class-near-you