Transients seek port despite troubled waters

The boating industry may be encountering some rough seas because of the recession, but transient boaters are too busy enjoying themselves on the water to notice.

And local officials said they certainly appreciate the much-needed business they bring to Maryland's shores.

"People are still boating in this economy," said Susan Zellers, executive director of the state Marine Trades Association. "This is a revenue stream for Maryland and we're barely even tapping into it."

Massachusetts native John O'Connell who is currently staying at Eastport Yacht Center with his wife Barbara echoed...