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    • Apr 25, 2013by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Resolution to Tax Woes in Hanover County, Cape Fear River, Wilmington, NC

      “Death and Taxes”…what can you say? Our sympathies Captain Chappell. Fortunately, this situation was resolved.

      RE: New Hanover County (Wilmington, NC)
      They not only are zealous but are quite bloody minded in the way they deal with People. They continued to bill me for two years after the boat was sold, and just will not accept the fact the boat was not in their County during the next year after I made the mistake of staying over January 1st the Year before.
      As I was cruising south’¦.and did not take up a slip or mooring anywhere and thus had no Marina Bill to show’¦they continue to insist I owed them for the full year despite not being there.
      They freely admit the Marina documented my departure date but despite having that information’¦.continue to ignore what that statement said’¦.’Departed!’
      My advice to all’¦.pass right on through New Hanover County’¦.do not stop’¦do not buy a single thing in New Hanover County’¦.go on into South Carolina where you are welcome and do not have the burden of dealing with the New Hanover County Tax Office.
      Their comment to me, `Tax has to be paid every year on your boat!’ sums up their attitude. They refuse to accept that Boaters only have to comply with the laws for the Tax Jurisdiction they find themselves within. Which for them means a great many of New Hanover County boaters cross the SC State Line for a couple of weeks, pay for a Slip and escape paying taxes to New Hanover County’¦.which saves a lot of money for the Boater.
      If I had known the Tax problems I would have with New Hanover County (Wilmington, NC)’¦.I would never have stopped there. As people have noted’¦.New Bern Tax folks are quite pleasant and helpful in the way they conduct their business of collecting taxes’¦.which is not the case in New Hanover County.
      Ralph Chappell

      Cruising News:
      I posted earlier about dealing with the New Hanover County Tax Office re Tax issues on my boat. My earlier post was not very favorable about that organization.
      Upon reaching a Supervisory level staff member we quickly worked out a resolution that was quite fair and not at all problematic.
      Perhaps there is hope after all.
      I believe the secret is as always….only deal with a person who has the authority to actually make a determination and not the low ranking clerks who have no decision making authority.
      My comments about the North Carolina Tax law re Cruising Sailors remains unchanged. The State drives off way too much business and thus creates a great hardship on businesses that would otherwise enjoy trade with those traveling about on their boats.
      The other advice unfortunately remains….be a pack rat with receipts, bills, logs, notes, journals, photographs, and bar tabs….to prove exactly where your boat was at any given day, date, and time. Seems a pity it has to be that way.
      Ralph Chappell

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    • Mar 21, 2013by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Important Bullets from Southport Marina, Cape Fear River, AICW Statute Mile 309

      Southport Marina

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      Southport Marina lies just west of the Cape Fear River along the northern banks of the Waterway hard by flashing daybeacon #2A. The following points of information just arrived from this SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR!

      * Monthly $7.25 per ft per month with annual agreement
      * Advance Annual Payment $7.00 per foot per month
      * New $0.20 cents per gallon fuel discount for slip-holders
      * Basin fully dredged March 2012
      * Full Service Boatyard
      * Excellent Marina Customer Service
      * In town location on ICW

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s North Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Southport Marina

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    • Mar 9, 2013by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Don’t Dare Miss A Stop in Southport, NC (Statute Mile 309)

      Southport MarinaAs a boy, I spent many a summer living aboard in the old Southport Harbor. I still have many fond memories of this delightful village!
      Much of the dockage Captains Kay and Bob speak about below is located in the older, easterly basin, while modern Southport Marina, A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, lies just next door, and within easy walking distance of all the old harbor’s dining attractions.
      Really, folks, don’t miss a stop in Southport! Those who just cruise on by are missing one of the great ports of call along the AICW!

      We are from Southport, NC, and think that Bald Head and Southport are both great stops. Bald Head does charge a “day Dockage” fee for docking and dining but last summer it was $20. Their overnight dockage is between $1.50 and $2.00 per foot, and again a great stop. There are several restaurants that offer free dockage, no power or water, if you dine with them, [Yacht Basi] Provision being one of the most popular, plus the City of Southport offers one free dock for overnight, with 15 amp. power and water, in the back of the Yacht Basin.
      Also, Southport Marina is just next to the Southport Yacht Basin, $1.75 per foot, and an easy walk to the restaurants and downtown.
      We have seen the movie Safe Haven, filmed in Southport, and think that it is great, and accurately reflects our town.
      Make Southport and Bald Head Island a stop on your travels!
      Kay and Robert Creech

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    • Mar 6, 2013by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Good Words for Bald Head Island Marina

      910-457-7380Well, of course, Bald Head Island Marina is a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, as well as being an AGLCA sponsor!
      This facility is found hard by the seaward mouth of the Cape Fear River, within sight of the “Old Baldy” lighthouse! Give them a try this spring. You won’t be sorry!

      This is Janice posting from [AGLCA] Lieutenant Sponsor, Bald Head Island. This is a beautiful marina and you should be sure to stop by when you’re doing the Intracoastal in North Carolina. Ben and Doug say “Hello” to all of you!
      Safe cruising,
      Janice Kromer

      We think Baldhead is also a great stop, with a lighthouse within walking distance of the marina that you can go up in and have a great view. Most of the other North Carolina lighthouses are well off the path of loopers, so this is a good reason to stop at Baldhead as well.
      Betsy Johnson
      Rick ‘n Roll

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    • Mar 5, 2013by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 34.2389,-77.95179999

      More Good Words for Wilmington City/Public Docks, on the Cape Fear River


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      Wilmington, NC, on the Cape Fear River off the AICW, is a longtime popular side trip for many Waterway cruisers. The City Docks are located along the easterly banks of the Cape Fear River, in downtown Wilmington, just west of the high-rise Hilton hotel.

      We were in Wilmington for a few days, but would have gladly stayed longer. Water and power available, but no fuel or other services. (Told you can use Hilton facilities but not comfortable with `sneaking’ around.) Location can’t be beat for browsing, shopping and dining. Highly recommend the Front Street Brewery for excellent food. Directly across from the BB North Carolina. Watch out for floating debris and ensure you check your stern for trees (in my case 3) fouling the running gear.
      Tom Callan

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    • Mar 5, 2013by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Good Words For Bennett Brothers Yachts/Cape Fear Marina – off the AICW on Cape Fear River in Wilmington, NC

      Bennett Brothers, Luxury Yachts for Sale by Bennett Brothers YachtsAlways very nice to hear that a fellow cruiser has had a good experience with one of our SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSORS! Great dockage and quality repairs are what you will find here. In addition to the “mile” dinghy ride, mentioned below, you can also take a quick taxi ride into the downtown Wilmington district, where you will find much to see, do and EAT. By all accounts, don’t dare miss the Pilot House restaurant!

      We had work done there this Spring and were very pleased with the results. The docks are nice floating docks just north of town…not a great location for sightseeing unless you dinghy about a mile southward, but a great location as a hurricane hole or to get work done
      efficiently and reasonably.
      Betsy Johnson
      Rick ‘n Roll

      And, from our good friend, Captain Tricia Bennett, owner of this fine facility:

      Bennett Brothers Yachts is located in a hurricane safe haven at the Cape Fear Marina in Wilmington, NC. Historically, ships have fled to the location on the Northeast Cape Fear River to seek refuge. Bennett Brothers Yachts is the full service boatyard on site at the marina. The location is recognized by insurance companies as a safe haven and they may reduce your premium or contribute to a hurricane haulout at our facility. We have our 2013 Hurriance Reservation Plan, available on our website – http://www.bbyachts.com. There is no cost to sign up. For more information, please call Bryan Henderson, Service Manager – Bennett Brothers Yachts.
      Many thanks.
      Best Regards,
      Patricia Donovan Bennett
      President
      Bennett Brothers Yachts, Inc.

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    • Dec 11, 2012by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 34.2399,-77.95099999

      New Downtown Wilmington, NC Marina Under Construction, Cape Fear River


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      Port City Marina is currently under construction with a Grand Opening scheduled for summer 2013. This facility will be a WONDERFUL addition to the cruising scene, and will furnish more reason than ever for captains to leave the comfortable confines of the AICW, and journey upstream on the Cape Fear River to downtown Wilmington!
      For more information or to join the mailing list for updates, visit www.portcitymarina.com or call 910.251.6151.

      New Destination Marina on the North Carolina Coast
      Wilmington, North Carolina, December 11, 2012
      Wilmington, North Carolina is excited to welcome the Port City Marina.
      North Carolina based developer, USA InvestCo, recently announced plans to construct a 204-slip state-of-the-art marina located on the Cape Fear River in the heart of Downtown Wilmington, NC. The floating docks, which will accommodate boats up-to 130 feet in length, is scheduled to open in early summer 2013. The marina will provide all the amenities and conveniences of a modern marina including on-site restaurants, fuel, pump out, high-speed wireless internet, and customer-service orientated staff. Port City Marina will pride itself as being the first full-service marina located in the heart of a Historic Downtown in the mid-Atlantic.
      Within walking distance, Boaters will find a vibrant array of locally owned shops and restaurants, a thriving art and cultural scene, the Riverwalk and historic district, the USS North Carolina Battleship (open for tours), horse-drawn carriage rides, or the simple enjoyment of Wilmington’s great sunsets from the comfort of the boat. Wilmington offers a cosmopolitan scene or a retreat to the natural wonders. With over 30 miles of shoreline, the Wilmington area has access to 3 world-class beaches; Wrightsville, Carolina, and Kure, all a short drive away. For those who like to hit the links, Wilmington boasts some of the area’s most enjoyable and beautiful courses, challenging all levels of golfers. With convenient access to Wilmington International Airport (ILM), the marina expects a healthy transient & seasonal customer base to round-out the annual dockage from the local market.
      Consistently ranked as one of the East Coast’s top 10 cities to visit, Wilmington, North Carolina is where old world charm and the 21st Century meet to create a memorable experience for all ages. Wilmington is not just another marina stop on the way to a destination, Wilmington is THE destination.
      Amenities:
      § Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Wilmington
      § Only 5 Minutes from the Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
      § State-of-the-Art Floating Concrete Docks for Boats up to 250′ LOA
      § Drafts up to 25 Feet
      § On-Site Concierge Desk & Marina Store with ATM
      § Walking Distance To Shopping, Dinning & Entertainment
      § 2 Premier Bar/Restaurants On-Site
      § Future 10-story Indigo Hotel one block away
      § Fuel-Service Fuel Dock with Ethanol-Free Gasoline and High Speed Diesel
      § Metered Water & Electric Service (30, 50, & 100 amp; Single & Three Phase)
      § Free High-Speed WiFi
      § Daily/Weekly/Monthly/Seasonal/Annual Rates
      Larry Rizzo
      Port City Marina
      720 N. 3rd Street, Third Floor
      Wilmington, NC 28401
      P: 910.251.6151
      E: larryr@portcitymarina.com

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    • Oct 12, 2012by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Praise for Southport Marina, Cape Fear River, AICW Statute Mile 309

      Southport MarinaSouthport Marina – A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR! – lies just west of the Cape Fear River along the northern banks of the Waterway hard by flashing daybeacon #2A.

      Southport Marina is always good and a treat! As you know, laundry and shower facilities are on site. PJ’s, a converted gas station across the street is great for breakfast. Moore Street Market, recommended by a local, was a lunchtime treat. We’d never have seen their obscure sign. Came upon a retired biology prof who’s a water colorist and such a delightful man. Love his work and the bright colors of local scenes. When we visit Southport, it’s always difficult to drag ourselves away.
      Laura Bender

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    • Sep 21, 2012by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      More Praise for Public Docks, Wilmington, NC on the Cape Fear River

      Wilmington, NC, on the Cape Fear River off the AICW, is a longtime popular side trip for many Waterway cruisers. The City Docks are located along the easterly banks of the Cape Fear River, in downtown Wilmington, just west of the high-rise Hilton hotel.

      Just spent a week here on the dock in front of the Hilton. Would have stayed a month but the city will only give a daily rate and it was just too expensive to stay longer. I am utterly enchanted with downtown Wilmington and the city dock access to the area is excellent. The wooden River Walk runs for a mile along the riverfront and is just alive with walkers, runners, etc. We even had a very large 5k race group come running by one afternoon. The battleship North Carolina is right across the river and open for touring. The Cape Fear Museum and the Wilmington Railroad Museum are both within walking distance and very worth the time. Farmers Market on Saturday morning, beautiful old homes, gorgeous old churches, lots of shopping and plenty of restaurant variety, Wilmington has it all. The only negatives are dock cost, being waked fairly frequently and many large logs floating up and down the river.
      Paula Spence, M/Y Sea Eagle

      Click Here To View the North Carolina Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Wilmington City Docks

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    • Sep 17, 2012by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Southport Marina Has Dredged to 6 and 8-Foot Depths (Statute Mile 309)

      Southport MarinaLooks like this SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR just got even better! We highly recommend a stop here as you are cruising south this fall, or just spending a night away from home base, while exploring the waters of southeastern North Carolina. And, after you coil the lines, it’s an easy walk of several blocks to Mr. P’s Bistro (910-457-0801). YUMMMMMM!

      Southport Marina ‘“ Southport NC – We are excited to let all boaters know we have completed our dredging project that began in early spring. All interior marina slips have been dredged to a low tide depth of 6′ and our transient dock and approach depths average 8’. Make sure you make Southport Marina a stop on your next cruise!
      Vanessa Jenkins, MIRM

      Southport Marina is a great stop. Numerous other waterfront restaurants are all within walking distance. The grocery store is a little further. Atlantic Marine is a handy store as well.
      David Craft

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    • Aug 6, 2012by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      AICW Marine Fatalities, Snow’s Cut and Southport, NC

      Snow’s Cut begins at Statute Mile 295 and Southport is on the Cape Fear River at Statute Mile 309. Our thoughts go out to the families of these victims.

      Cruising News:
      Regret that Wilmington NC reported a drowning in Snow’s Cut Sunday and a boating fatality near Southport, Sat. eve. Southport appears to have been due to navigational hazard/error. Very sorry to learn of these losses.
      Sherri

      This Article from Star News Online: Click link below for full report.

      The search continued Monday morning for a boy believed drowned in the waters beneath the Snow’s Cut bridge Saturday.
      The 13-year-old Rocky Point boy went missing about 1:45 pm Saturday. He was with his parents and 3-year-old brother swimming and fishing along the southern banks of the Intracoastal Waterway near Carolina Beach, according to the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office.
      http://www.starnewsonline.com/article/20120805/ARTICLES/120809853

      A U.S. Coast Guard boat searches the water under Snow’s Cut Bridge for a teenager who disappeared in the water about 1:40 p.m. on Aug. 4, 2012.

      This article from WCET – TV6, Wilmington, NC. Click link below for full article:

      SOUTHPORT, NC (WECT) – A Wilmington woman is dead and another three are hurt after a boat crashed into a platform in Southport, according to the Coast Guard.
      According to Sgt. Ben Meyer, Barbara Pierce, 57, was pronounced dead at New Hanover Regional Medical Center due to injuries sustained from the boat crash.
      Meyer said, Pierce’s husband, Edward Pierce, 58, was driving the boat and most likely slammed into a concrete slab in the Cape Fear River, trying to avoid a collision. The two of them along with passengers Michelle Boley, 30, and Taylor Gill, 25, were headed north to Wilmington.
      On Saturday night, good Samaritans helped the responding agency with the rescue. Pierce contacted the Coast Guard for help at approximately 9 p.m. A 25-foot response boat was dispatched, according to the release.

      If you have more details about the circumstances of this collision, let us hear from you. Thanks!

      I am puzzled as to why the obstacle that the Pierce boat struck is not lighted or better yet, removed.
      Horace Whitaker

      http://www.wect.com/story/19199168/coast-guard-reponds-to-fatal-boat-crash-in-southport

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    • Jul 15, 2012by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Praise for Wilmington, NC on the Cape Fear River

      Wilmington, NC, on the Cape Fear River off the AICW, is a longtime popular side trip for many Waterway cruisers.

      On your way up or down the East coast consider coming up the Cape Fear River to Wilmington. There is plenty of dockage in the downtown area where numerous good restaurants, entertainment, and hotels are available. There is also fuel at one or two of the marinas close to downtown. Wilmington is more of a cosmopolitan city than its size would indicate. Numerous different types of people cross paths here including mariners, college students, nature lovers, surfers, military, country folk, country clubbers, gays, tourists, “old” Wilmington types, beach bums, and red necks and everyone seems to get along.
      Edmond Badham
      COSMO
      Wilmington, NC

      Agree.
      We made the trip up a few weeks ago from Southport for the evening. Anchored in the anchorage in the Brunswick River for a little swim. I forgot about the Gaters up by the Battleship. Dockage is great and choices of places to eat is as well. We even saw a Harbor Seal down by the State Docks.
      David Craft

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    • Jul 6, 2012by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      A Visit to Oak Island and Blue Water Point Marina (Statute Mile 320)

      As part of the Salty Southeast Cruisers Net’s strategic partnership with Captain Cathy Gillenwater and her web-site, “East Coast Boating Adventures” (http://www.eastcoastboatingadventures.com/), Captain Cathy takes us on a tour of an extreme southeastern North Carolina facility, Blue Water Point Motel, Marina and Restaurant. Please visit:

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    • Jul 6, 2012by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      An Excellent Visit To Bald Head Island (off the AICW, at the Mouth of North Carolina’s Cape Fear River)

      As part of the Salty Southeast Cruisers Net’s strategic partnership with Captain Cathy Gillenwater and her web-site, “East Coast Boating Adventures” (http://www.eastcoastboatingadventures.com/), Captain Cathy Captain Cathy visits SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, Bald Head Island. Her photography associated with this article is really well worth a perusal all by itself:

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    • Apr 28, 2012by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Favorable Tidal Currents from Myrtle Beach, SC to Carolina Beach, NC

      Capt. Miller shares good advice regarding northbound currents in the Waterway.

      Subject: Favorable Current Northbound from Dock Holiday Marina
      Cruising News:
      We departed Dock Holiday Marina two hours after North Myrtle Beach low tide and enjoyed a following or slack current all of the way to Southport.

      Subject: Northbound Boost from Current when Departing Southport
      Cruising News:
      We tried Skipper Bob’s suggestion of departing Southport one hour before high tide and found that we enjoyed a following current all the way up Cape Fear River and as far as Carolina Beach Inlet.
      Max Miller

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    • Apr 25, 2012by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Praise for Cape Fear Marina – Bennett Brothers Yachts (off the AICW on the Northeast Cape Fear River in Wilmington, NC)

      Bennett Brothers, Luxury Yachts for Sale by Bennett Brothers YachtsSALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR Cape Fear Marina – Bennett Brothers Yachts is a truly class act indeed. The late Paul Bennett, who I was privileged to call my friend, left behind a shining legacy of a fine marina and a repair yard second to none. His first-rate, first-mate, Patricia Bennett, continues this same tradition, and I can say with no fear of relaying any sort of inaccuracy, that seldom will you find a better place to coil your lines or leave your vessel for servicing.
      This fine facility is located upstream of the downtown Wilmington, NC waterfront, on the Northeast Cape Fear River (the starboard fork, cruising upstream). Soon after passing under the 42-foot Isabel Holmes ‘“ Highway 117 bascule bridge.

      Come stop by Bennett Brothers Yachts and the Cape Fear Marina in Wilmington, North Carolina! We are located in one of the most picturesque southern cities on the east coast. Nestled along the banks of the Northeast Cape Fear River, it is the perfect spot to come for for a weekend or the season. A hurricane safe harbor, you can get on our reservation list to make sure you have a place to go if the weather gets ugly. We are a full service boatyard, celebrating 26 years in the business and have the
      ability to do just about anything you might want to consider from a spanky paint job, electronics installation, engine alignment, gel coat repairs, etc. We are 5 minutes
      from the Wilmington International Airport and just minutes off I-40. If you need to leave your boat for any length of time, we can provide a monthly maintenance service and can customize to your needs.
      Give us a call anytime – 910-772-9277 or go to our website – http://www.bbyachts.com . Free ice and Free Wifi!
      Submitted by Patricia Bennett,
      President, Bennett Brothers Yachts.

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    • Apr 19, 2012by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Maximum 45 Foot Vessel Size at Carolina Beach State Park Marina, AICW Statute Mile 297

      After catching site of the short posting below which originally appeared in the AGLCA Forum, we check our own listing for Carolina Beach State Park Marina in the Net’s North Carolina Marina Directory, and discovered that we have had a note all along that “45” feet with the maximum size vessel that could be berthed here. A telephone call on 4/19/12 verified the accuracy of this info!

      We were told vessel length was limited to forty[-five] feet.
      Jim & Pam

      We stayed there earlier this week. We are 42ft and had no problem getting in or docking.
      Great Value
      John Sagel
      “Seas 2 Day”

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    • Apr 19, 2012by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Wilmington Marine Center (off the AICW on Cape Fear River, near Wilmington, NC)

      Wilmington Marine Center is a combination marina and extensive repair yard facility which sits in a sheltered harbor along the eastern banks of the Cape Fear River. This facility’s entrance channel cuts east abeam of marker #59.
      Visitors should be prepared to find that Wilmington Marine Center is located in an industrial district. No shopping or dining is to be found within walking or even bike riding distance of the dockage basin. You will need a taxi to visit Wilmington’s many find restaurants and historic attractions.

      We kept our boat at the Wilmington Marine Center for the 8 months in 2010/2011 while we were back in Florida for the fall & winter. Skip and his staff were wonderful. I cannot say too much about the level of service we received while there. When we were looking for a place to leave our boat for this layup period that we felt was protected against storms and was convenient to a boat yard, and WMC fit for us.
      Gregory Poole Marine repairs is located at the marina and DeMann Diesels, Tom DeMann and company, is located across the street. We had repairs done by both companies (bottom painting and misc other work at Poole and Cummins diesel maintenance at DeMann) and McConville Marine (Thrusters & HVAC).
      John Weber
      M/V Bombay Lady III
      2005 Meridian 411 Sedan Bridge

      Gregory Poole is no longer located here. They moved out in December, 2011.
      G. L. Buzzell

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    • Mar 26, 2012by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Praise for Deep Point Marina, Cape Fear River, AICW Statute Mile 307

      910-269-2380 The new 82-slip Deep Point Marina is located on the Cape Fear River in Southport, NC, and offers fuel and transient dockage, as well as daily, monthly and annual slip rentals. The marina is adjacent to the new Bald Head Island Ferry Terminal, which houses a snack bar (open seasonally) that offers grab-and-go food options, soft drinks, beer, wine and coffee. In addition, the Deep Point Marina is convenient to Southport's shopping, restaurants and historic district, and offers easy ocean access.

      Deep Point Marina lies in the Cape Fear River via a marked entry channel northwest of Cape Fear River/AICW marker #20 and is a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR!

      Deep Point Marina was the best place we’ve found. The people are GREAT and helpful, place was CLEAN, and the overnight rate was the best we found. we will stop back to see them.
      Faith Olsen

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    • Oct 3, 2011by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      An Invitation to Cruise Upstream on the Cape Fear River to Wilmington, NC

      Sounds like a good time to abandon the AICW, and cruise upstream to the Wilmington Public Docks. I’m sure a good time will be had by all during Riverfest!

      If you are inclined— why not proceed up the Cape Fear River to Wilmington and dock at the City Docks with numerous restaurants nearby. Dockage is around $1.50/ foot. This weekend (Oct. 7-9, 2011) is River Fest and there will be lots going on downtown if that sort of thing suits you.
      Edmond Badham
      COSMO
      Wilmington, NC

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s North Carolina Marina Directory Listing For the Wilmington City Docks

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