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The entrance channel leading to Fort Pierce City Marina, a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, runs to the west, just south of the Fort Pierce high-rise bridge, and well north of unlighted daybeacon #188.
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!!!
As I look out my window today I see nothing but blue skies and calm water. There is no breeze to speak of today and through the weekend it is expected to be no more than 5 to 10 knots coming from the southeast. The ocean is fairly calm at 2 to 3 feet and fairly smooth sailing on the intracoastal. As I have said many times over the last few years; in the summer in Florida there is always a 30 percent chance of afternoon showers, and that hasn’t changed. Our temperatures will be in the high 80′s and lows in the mid 70′s. Sunday should be a great day to celebrate Father’s Day, have a little lunch at the Tiki and then bring Dad in the gift shop and let him pick out his favorite T-shirt.
As The Propeller Turns:
Before I say to much, (which I do have a tendency to rattle on) I have to apologize to my fishing instructor (Bill). He was prepared to take me fishing on Tuesday and I ended up not being able to go. I can no longer berate him for not taking me. We do however have a trip planned for next week (weather permitting).
I had a first yesterday…. did you know that Iguanas can swim? Craig found a 2 to 4 foot Iguana on the bottom of a piling on D dock. He took a few pictures of him and when I saw them I was shocked. He said when he got up close the Iguana jumped into the water and swam away. I know they are really prevalent south of here but I have never seen one in our area. We used to have them run across the softball field when we played down south, and that was always enough to stop the game in mid pitch. Anyway, I think I will GOGGLE Iguanas and learn a little more about them and then I will fill you in.
Freddie asked me to add this today to the newsletter, so if you can help us out on this it would be greatly appreciated. Lately some folks are having trouble locating the black dock carts that the marina provides; so we would like to remind everyone of the recommended procedures for their use. If you are using a cart on the north side or at Fisherman’s Wharf please return it to a gated dock. If using a cart on the south side it can be stored in the area provided next to the Tiki Bar. Leaving carts in the parking lot greatly increases chances that they will become “lost”. When transporting fish or chemicals be sure it is a cart designated for such items and give it a thorough cleaning after. Keep in mind that the next person may be carrying luggage or groceries. If we all stick to this plan we can help ensure that a cart will be available when needed. Thank you for your cooperation.
If you know of anyone looking for a sailboat (used) we have recently placed a 31 foot Mariner (which is located on K dock)the government website: www.gov.com and go to boating or marine supplies for all the particulars.
In the next month or so the City of Fort Pierce will be starting a RECYCLING program. Be on the lookout for the blue containers.
This Weekend:
Farmers market from 8 to 12 and the arts and craft vendors will be here until 2pm.
Friday Fest is this Friday, which is rescheduled from last Friday. The band this week is “Cerveza”
Up Coming Events: Make Sure and Mark it on Your Calendar
6th Annual Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup is scheduled for July 27th. This event covers Martin, St Lucie and Indian River Counties and approximately 1,000 volunteers. Last year they collected and recorded 7.6 tons of trash from approximately 125 miles of waterways. For more information on how you can be a volunteer or a sponsor, call April Price at 772-285-1646 or e-mail her at info@tcwaterwaycleanup.com. We will also be taking expired flares for disposal.
Treasure Coast Lionfish Safari is July 19th thru 21st. Captains meeting is Friday at 6:30 PM and fishing on Saturday and Sunday begins at sunrise until 5 PM. Prizes include Most Lionfish caught (2 day total) and largest and smallest Lionfish caught. For more information call Captain Don Voss at 772-528-0675 or visit www.
Spend your 4th of July here at the Marina for a great afternoon of entertainment, food, drink and fabulous fireworks. This event will start at 4pm and go till 11pm. I will fill you in with more information as I receive it. Mainstreet will also be putting on Friday Fest the following night. Sounds like it will be a great fun filled family weekend.
Fishing Tournaments: For more information please visit our website at www.fortpiercecitymarina.comm
June 1, 2013 – SKA – Contact Terry Adkins at 912-729-7216 – RESCHEDULED FOR JUNE 21 ST AND JUNE 22 ND
August 31, 2013 – 4H Grand Slam – Contact Jodi Williams at 772-323-3594
September 7th – Summer Slam – Contact Joy Yancy at 772-201-6099
Diving Tournaments: Presented by Dive Odyssea
June 28th and 29th Lionfish Safari, to be held at the Fort Pierce city Marina. Details will be coming soon.
REMINDERS:
Our night dock attendant comes on duty at 10 pm. You can reach him at 772-979-4019 if you have any problems or concerns. If it is an emergency situation please call 911. If you see someone on the docks that doesn’t belong call 911.
***Our new web site is up and running. www.Fortpiercecitymarina.com will now have all the links that I have previously posted here on the newsletter. So instead of having to read all the way down on my newsletter you can go to our website and look for exactly the information you are looking for. Please let us know what you think of it.
Fuel Prices as of 6/13/2013
Diesel 4.019 less .10 Tenant/Boat US discount
Gas 4.349 less .10 Tenant/Boat US ***REC 90 OCTANE
**** Prices are subject to change without notice****
Fishing Report from TC Palm:
We are now linked to the World Famous Fisherman Ed Killer. His report can be found on the www.Fortpiercecitymarina.com
All charters are listed on our new website. www.fortpiercecitymarina.com
Sunrise Theatre Performances: For ticket information call the Sunrise Theatre at 772-461-4884
Summer box office hours from June 1st until August 15th are Monday thru Friday from 10 am to 2 pm
For upcoming shows please visit www.Sunrisetheatre.com
Black Box Performances:
Comedy Corner: Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month
Jazz & Blues Society
Jazz Jams – Sunrise Black Box Theatre
For more information on the Jazz and Blues Society visit their website at www.jazzsociety.org
On-going Events -Visit our website at www.fortpiercecitymarina.com
All information supplied is subject to information acquired from various sources. Marina personnel and the City of Fort Pierce are not responsible for any changes that are made after we have given the information.
Anne Maurer
Fort Pierce City Marina
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The entrance channel leading to Fort Pierce City Marina, a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, runs to the west, just south of the Fort Pierce high-rise bridge, and well north of unlighted daybeacon #188.
Welcome to the month of June!!!
“When it rains it pours” that seems to be the saying so far for the month of June. I was happy to get some rain and have my grass green up and the flowers bloom, but I think I have had enough now. When it rains so much that I have to pay my lawn guy to come mow an extra time, then I know there has been to much rain, and it is not over yet. Our rain chances diminish some on Saturday and then slowly return to a normal summer rain schedule of 20 – 30% chance of rain daily. We will still have winds from the southeast at 15 to 20 knots and the seas will stay at about 3 to 5 feet. Our highs will be in the upper 80′s and lows in the mid 70′s. Point me to the pool….
As The Propeller Turns:
First of all if anyone has seen my unknown fishing instructor please let him know that I need a fishing trip. I keep hearing about everyone’s fishing expeditions and how successful our charter boat captains have been. It really puts me in the mood to fish. On another note I am excited to say that we are now taking requests for reservations on an annual basis for the new floating docks that are estimated to be ready in October of 2014. Each day I come to work I see new changes in the islands. In the next two weeks or so they will be completed. Hard to believe that phase one of the restoration is finishing up. For those of you that live here at the Marina you see the changes and feel the effects of the currents and the tides that are changing due to the islands and the construction. If you haven’t looked at the pictures on the website yet, you really need to the aerial views are fantastic. www.fortpiercecitymarina.com
Remember Father’s Day is the 16th of June, come visit us for those special gifts and say you saw it on the newsletter and receive a 15% discount.
If you know of anyone looking for a sailboat (used) we have recently placed a 31 foot Mariner (which is located on K dock)the government website: www.gov.com and go to boating or marine supplies for all the particulars.
In the next month or so the City of Fort Pierce will be starting a RECYCLING program. Be on the lookout for the blue containers.
This Weekend:
Farmers market from 8 to 12 and the arts and craft vendors will be here until 2pm.
Friday Fest is this Friday and hopefully the rain will be on its way out.
This Saturday June 8th at 7pm at the Sunrise Theatre the “Wings to Fly Dance Company” will be presenting “Life” an awe inspiring performance of song and dance. Sounds like a great way to spend an evening.
Up Coming Events: Make Sure and Mark it on Your Calendar
6th Annual Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup is scheduled for July 27th. This event covers Martin, St Lucie and Indian River Counties and approximately 1,000 volunteers. Last year they collected and recorded 7.6 tons of trash from approximately 125 miles of waterways. For more information on how you can be a volunteer or a sponsor, call April Price at 772-285-1646 or e-mail her at info@tcwaterwaycleanup.com. We will also be taking expired flares for disposal.
Treasure Coast Lionfish Safari is July 19th thru 21st. Captains meeting is Friday at 6:30 PM and fishing on Saturday and Sunday begins at sunrise until 5 PM. Prizes include Most Lionfish caught (2 day total) and largest and smallest Lionfish caught. For more information call Captain Don Voss at 772-528-0675 or visit www.
Spend your 4th of July here at the Marina for a great afternoon of entertainment, food, drink and fabulous fireworks. This event will start at 4pm and go till 11pm. I will fill you in with more information as I receive it. Mainstreet will also be putting on Friday Fest the following night. Sounds like it will be a great fun filled family weekend.
Fishing Tournaments: For more information please visit our website at www.fortpiercecitymarina.comm
June 1, 2013 – SKA – Contact Terry Adkins at 912-729-7216 – RESCHEDULED FOR JUNE 21 ST AND JUNE 22 ND
August 31, 2013 – 4H Grand Slam – Contact Jodi Williams at 772-323-3594
September 7th – Summer Slam – Contact Joy Yancy at 772-201-6099
Diving Tournaments: Presented by Dive Odyssea
11th Annual Treasure Coast Shootout – Spear Fishing tournament – June 8th and weigh-in will be on June 9th. Categories will include: Grouper, Snapper, Hogfish/Flounder, Trigger/Sheepshead, Jack/Cobia – call Dive Odyssea at 772-460-1771. The rules and entry form are now up on the website www.tcshootout.com.
June 28th and 29th Lionfish Safari, to be held at the Fort Pierce city Marina. Details will be coming soon.
REMINDERS:
Our night dock attendant comes on duty at 10 pm. You can reach him at 772-979-4019 if you have any problems or concerns. If it is an emergency situation please call 911. If you see someone on the docks that doesn’t belong call 911.
***Our new web site is up and running. www.Fortpiercecitymarina.com will now have all the links that I have previously posted here on the newsletter. So instead of having to read all the way down on my newsletter you can go to our website and look for exactly the information you are looking for. Please let us know what you think of it.
Fuel Prices as of 6/5/2013
Diesel 4.019 less .10 Tenant/Boat US discount
Gas 4.249 less .10 Tenant/Boat US ***REC 90 OCTANE
**** Prices are subject to change without notice****
Fishing Report from TC Palm:
We are now linked to the World Famous Fisherman Ed Killer. His report can be found on the www.Fortpiercecitymarina.com
All charters are listed on our new website. www.fortpiercecitymarina.com
Sunrise Theatre Performances: For ticket information call the Sunrise Theatre at 772-461-4884
Summer box office hours from June 1st until August 15th are Monday thru Friday from 10 am to 2 pm
For upcoming shows please visit www.Sunrisetheatre.com
Black Box Performances:
Comedy Corner: Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month
Jazz & Blues Society
Jazz Jams – Sunrise Black Box Theatre
For more information on the Jazz and Blues Society visit their website at www.jazzsociety.org
On-going Events -Visit our website at www.fortpiercecitymarina.com
All information supplied is subject to information acquired from various sources. Marina personnel and the City of Fort Pierce are not responsible for any changes that are made after we have given the information.
Anne Maurer
Fort Pierce City Marina
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Hazard - Click for Chartview
This Hazard to Navigation flanks the AICW channel, just south of the fixed bridge at mile 951.5 in Vero Beach, FL.
FLORIDA-INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY-PALM SHORES TO WEST PALM BEACH-INDIAN RIVER (SOUTH SECTION): Hazard to Navigation.
The Coast Guard observed a knocked down Manatee/No-Wake sign in Vero Beach Channel. The down sign is marked by an unlit Information/Regulatory buoy. The wreckage is just to the green side of center channel in approximate position 27-39-13.260N/080-22-23.844W as you make the approach from Indian River (South Section) LT 139 (LLNR 44180) to the first set of aids in Vero Beach Channel. Mariners are advised to exercise extreme caution when transiting the area. Chart 11472
I reported this to you two weeks ago, and as of today, it is still there. CG has put in a small floating marker to help you see it.
John Winter
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Hutchinson Island Marriott Marina - Click for Chartview
Hutchinson Island Marriott Marina lies south-southeast of the Ernest Lyons/Highway AlA and north of marker #228, and a few miles north of the AICW’s intersection with the Okeechobee Waterway/St. Lucie River/St. Lucie Inlet.
We stayed at this marina on both the way down to Miami and again on the way back in May this year. One day on the way down became three, as we hit a really good weather window and just enjoyed the pool and facilities. Some folks say the fixed docks are a little high, but that is the only negative I heard. We were just fine. Great rest rooms and showers, clean marina, not expensive, Marriott luxury resort is attached and you get full rights – restaurants, pools with pool towels, golf and beach access and transportation around the complex. Publix (groceries) is within walking distance. We even watched a mom manatee and her baby 20ft. from the dock.
Get an inside or north side slip as the slips on the south side have no breakwater and looked lumpy when the SW wind got up. All slips have adequate finger dock with poles outside, so be ready to snag the poles on the way in.
It is thinly staffed (only the dock master) who leaves at 4:30PM, so you do not always get immediate attention. On the other side of that issue, he works hard to please his guests and is accommodating. It is a laid back friendly marina with many semi-permanent snowbirds hanging out there.
If you want a clean comfortable secure combo marina/luxury resort for a couple of days R&R (or longer), give this one a try.
William Lawrenson
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Marker #132 - Click for Chartview
Damaged marker #132 flanks the western side of the Waterway just north of Vero Beach, FL.
FLORIDA-INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY-PALM SHORES TO WEST PALM BEACH-INDIAN RIVER SOUTH SECTION: Hazard to Navigation.
Indian River (South Section) DBN 132 (LLNR 44150) is reported leaning so that only the top portion of the dayboard is visible. Mariners are advised to exercise extreme caution while transiting the area. Chart 11472
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Fort Pierce Inner Harbor - Click for Chartview
Fort Pierce Inlet pierces the Eastern Florida coastline between Dynamite Point and Hutchinson Island with an entrance range and an inner range which intersects the Waterway at statute mile 966. The destroyed marker, described below in this article cherry picked from the latest Local Notice to Mariners, lies in the northeast corner of the intersection of the Inlet channel and the Waterway.
FLORIDA-FORT PIERCE HARBOR-FORT PIERCE INLET INNER HARBOR: Hazard to Navigation.
Fort Pierce Inlet Inner Harbor Light 16 (LLNR 9970) is destroyed. A TRLB “WR16” displaying Q R characteristics has been set in position 27-27-42.235N 080-19-06.285W channel ward of the destroyed structure. Mariners are advised to use caution while transiting the area. Chart 11475
St. Lucie Shoaling - Click for Chartview
This shoaling is in a section known as Hell Gate just west of Sewall Point at the mouth of the St. Lucie River and near the easternmost section of the Okeechobee Waterway. The coordinates given in the Notice put the temporary buoy 17A in the middle of Sewall Point, but we have to assume it is near the charted green marker #17. Since the shoaling (charted) is encroaching from the west, favoring the green side of the channel is your best bet.
FLORIDA-INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY-ST. LUCIE INLET TO FT. MYERS AND LAKE OKEECHOBEE: Shoaling.
The Coast Guard has established St Lucie River Temp Buoy 17A in position 27-11-02.516N/080-11 49.228W. The Buoy marks a shoal that is encroaching the St Lucie River from the west. Mariners are urged to use caution while transiting the area.
Chart 11428
Claiborne,
That shoal has been encroaching VERY slowly for many years. It is high time NOAA revised the double dashed channel line; they should have ten years ago!
W.E. “Ted” Guy, Jr.
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The shoaling reported below, in this article cherry picked from the latest Local Notice to Mariners, lies along the easternmost section of the Okeechobee Waterway/St. Lucie River channel, immediately west of this passage’s intersection with the AICW. Locally, these waters are known as “the crossroads” and shoaling is common here.
Note the reported 5.5 foot soundings, apparently directly in the channel, between St. Lucie River/Okeechobee Waterway markers #2 and #4.
Do NOT confuse these #2 and #4 markers with the AICW markers just a touch farther south that bear the same numbering configuration. The #2 and #4 between which the shoaling is to be found, lie west and south of AICW marker #240!
Boats with draft greater than 5 feet may very well want to time their passage of these waters for mid to high tide.
If any local Stuart area cruisers have personal experience with this shoaling, we request that you send us further information! You can e-mail us directly at CruisersNet@triad.twcbc.com, or use the “Comment” function below, or follow the “Click Here to Submit Cruising News” link/button found on the upper, right of this all (except Chart View) SSECN pages.
FLORIDA-OKEECHOBEE WATERWAY- ST LUCIE INLET TO FORT MYERS AND LAKE OKEECHOBEE-ST LUCIE RIVER: Shoaling.
Shoaling has been observed between St Lucie River Lighted Buoy 2 (LLNR 50635) and St Lucie River Buoy 4 (LLNR 50645). The minimum depth observed is 5.5 feet at MLW on the red side of the channel. Mariners are requested to transit the area with caution. Chart 11428
Sunset Bay Marina - Click for Chartview
The markers Captain Woodside references below lie in the North Fork of the St. Lucie River, west of the Okeechobee Waterway’s marked track, and also west of Sunset Bay Marina. Consequently, this shoaling should not be a concern for those cruising the OKWW or making their way to Sunset Bay Marina. However, if your plans call for a cruise into the North Fort of the St. Lucie River, then PAY ATTENTION!
Cruising News:
Recently transited St. Lucie River to Sunset Bay Marina in Stuart. Both entering and exiting at mid-tide found shoaling in center of channel between Red 2 and Green 1 just off the ICW. Touched both times with less than 6 feet of water.
Sam Woodside
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The Fort Pierce iteration of Harbortown Marina sits at the entrance to Taylor Creek, north of the Fort Pierce City Marina.
We have been at Harbortown since early December and have loved it. The staff is always friendly, helpful and accomodating. The facilities are nice, clean and are being constantly maintained. The new bathrooms and laundry facilities are very nice. The work area at the pavillion has been very helpful.
The monthly potlucks encourage socializing and gatherings on the dock are common. Harbortown is a great community.
Jeff and Brenda
Click Here To View the Eastern Florida Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Harbortown Marina
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We are very pleased to pass along a report just received this morning, from SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, Fort Pierce City Marina, that all dredging on their entrance channel has now been completed, and all dredging equipment removed. Cruisers can now confidently expect a good 7 1/2 feet of depth at Mean Low Water.
The best just keep getting better!!!!
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Mariner's Cay Marina - Click for Chartview
Mariner’s Cay Marina is located on the western shores of Manatee Pocket, near its northerly entrance. The recently dredged entrance to the pocket itself lies just west of the AICW/Okeechobee Waterway/St. Lucie River/St. Lucie Inlet intersection, known locally as “the crossroads.”
In addition to Mariner’s Cay (see below), there are a host of of other marinas and repair facilities along the shores of Manatee Pocket. Captain DeFoor gives some GOOD ideas below about shoreside dining attractions, within walking distance of all the pocket marinas.
Unfortunately, Finz Restaurant has closed. We miss their great pear salad with the home made vanilla bean dressing. There is a new restaurant there now (can’t remember the name). Also about a block away is the [King] Neptune (772-287-9630) which has great food but small (a local hangout for sure). Try their grouper Rubin. Across the street from there on the Pocket inlet is Manatee Island [Bar and Grill (772-872-7176). Have had good food there also. Down the street (A1A) to the left is the Whistle Stop (772-220-1020). Very good food. I personally suggest the Philly CheeseSteak.
Fred DeFoor
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Indian River Marker - Click for Chartview
This missing lighted marker, #169, flanks the Waterway’s eastern side along the AICW’s run along Indian River, north of Fort Pierce.
FLORIDA-INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY-PALM SHORES TO WEST PALM BEACH-INDIAN RIVER SOUTH SECTION: Hazard to Navigation.
Indian River South Section DBN 169 (LLNR 44825) is destroyed. A TRLB “WR169″ displaying Fl Q G characteristics is 5.51 yards channelward of the remains of the old structure. The remains of the old structure is 4Ft below the waterline. Mariners are advised to transit the area with extreme caution. Chart 11472
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Manatee Pocket - Click for Chartview
In January of this year, we received a map showing two small areas in Manatee Pocket that have been designated as official anchorages as part of the controversial Stuart/Martin County anchorage regulations which allows anchoring only in those two areas. See map and link below. Manatee Pocket is off the St. Lucie River between the AICW intersection and downtown Stuart, FL.
Cruising News:
There is no longer signage indicating a 72 hour anchoring limit in Manatee Pocket in St Lucie Florida (Stuart). There are numerous vessels at anchor in the two anchorages in the pocket that give evidence of having been here for many months. Just thought this might be of interest to cruisers coming through. Also, the two dinghy docks have a 2 and 3 hour limit not 1 as I have seen published.
Peter TenHaagen
Click Here To Read an Earlier Posting on Manatee Pocket Anchoring
Click Here To View the Eastern Florida Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Manatee Pocket
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Sunset Bay Marina - Click for Chartview
Almost all other comments we have received about this facility have been positive, and we regret the difficulties experienced by Capt. Neff. Sunset Bay Marina lies directly on the path of the Okeechobee Waterway, and only a few miles off the AICW, via the St. Lucie River.
We will never stay at this marina, EVER! I booked a month in advance because we have a 50 ft. cat with 27 ft. beam and we need advance reservations due to our size. I was told that we would be in slip D-2 and it had a slip with no power in front of it which they don’t rent so there would be PLENTY of room. I called the night before to make sure our reservations were in order, which they were NOT. The dockmaster said he did not know why but they had us in a slip much too small. He said he would remedy this and we could still have our spot. After dealing with all the wakes in the River and the small opening for the bridge by the marina we called and said we were heading in and they said they would meet us. After going down between the docks with only a few feet on each side we saw there was a boat in our spot and they tried to get us to go even further down where there was very little room and we could barely turn around it was so tight. After they said we were right that there was no way we would fit in there. We moved on and got a spacious spot at Loggerhead marina with competent caring staff. So, if you are going to stay there don’t bother making reservations since they don’t honor them. They acted like they did not even care that they caused us so much trouble. Also there is a busy bridge with loud car noise right next to the marina so you might not get any sleep. Such a disappointment!
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Faber Cove - Click for Chartview
Faber Cove Anchorage is accessed off a marked channel, making off from the eastern flanks of the Waterway, just a short hop south of the Fort Pierce high-rise bridge. It’s a bit of a trek to get to the cove, but once there, the shelter is quite good.
We anchored just south of marker 9 in the entrance to Faber Cove. It was so peaceful and not too crowded. There were about 5 other boats. We were in 15 ft. of water with good holding. We were a bit concerned about the wastewater treatment plant to the northwest of us but the wind was out of the east so no smells.
Pam Neff
We anchor here on return from the Bahamas. There can be a strong side-set leaving and returning to the ICW. Depths are less than charted in the NE corner of the intersection. Use a low level anchor light as condo lighting really obscures a masthead light.
Chris
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Mariner's Cay Marina - Click for Chartview
Mariner’s Cay Marina is located on the western shores of Manatee Pocket, near its northerly entrance.
West Marine store at the Pocket has closed and moved out to Rt. 1…. People at Mariners are very friendly and helpful.
Rich
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As part of the controversial Stuart/Martin County anchorage regulations, associated with this community/county’s participation in the Florida Pilot Mooring Field Program, anchorage is now prohibited in popular Manatee Pocket (off the St. Lucie River between the AICW intersection and downtown Stuart, FL), except in two small areas.
We sincerely thank Captain Jessica Meinardi, as well as Captains Fred and Elaine DeFoor for sending us the map below which shows where the two patches in the Pocket where anchoring is still possible.
Claiborne, this is the anchoring areas (or non-anchoring areas) in Stuart, Fl and Manatee Pocket. Thanks for asking and including this in your site. We have always enjoyed reading your Guides and articles.
Fred and Elaine DeFoor
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"Early Morning at Snows Cut Bridge (North Carolina AICW, north of Southport, NC)"
by: Captain Sheila Dixon
