This is one of those funny situations where ignoring the regs and doing what
is sensible will work with 99.9% liklihood. If however you are suspected by
home land security of being a fellow traveler to some nefarious group -
don't do it.

Jim (Who was very careful not to suggest that you ignore the silly
regulations)

"Richard and Michelle" wrote in message
hlink.net...
Hello,

In the US, will I need some special license to use a handheld Marine radio
on shore to talk to the family in the boat? House is on Dauphin Island,
boat in Mobile Bay (Alabama).
Thanks,
Richard