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    • Oct 19, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.5146,-80.49619999

      Healy Report: Isle of Palms to Port Royal Landing, SC, AICW Statute Miles 457-539


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      This leg of Peg and Jim Healy’s voyage through South Carolina takes them through Charleston Harbor and south to Beaufort, home of CRUISERS’ NET SPONSORS, Downtown Marina and Port Royal Landing. The infamous Ashepoo-Coosaw Cut at Mile 517 is a Problem Stretch notorious for shoaling and channel shifting. And, as always, Cruisers’ Net is grateful to these experienced cruisers for sharing their observations and advice.

      Sanctuary and crew cruised from Mt. Pleasant, Isle of Palms, to Beaufort, Port Royal Landing, on 10/18/2017.

      Mt. Pleasant Range – The area from StM 460.0 to 460.5 is shoaling. We passed this area mid-channel at about 07h10, near high tide (+6.0), and saw 11.5 feet of water. The control depth would be 5-1/2 feet at low tide, less on a celestial low.

      Dawho River, North Creek, Watts Cut – We transited this area between 11h50 and 12h15 (+3.0 –> +2.7 ft) and saw areas at 8.5 ft. The control depth for this area is about 5.5 feet at low tide, less on a celestial low.

      Ashepoo-Coosaw Cut – This cut is in two parts; the north section that connects the Ashepoo River and Rock Creek and the South section that connects Rock Creek to the Coosaw River. The North cut is not a concern at this time. We transited the South section at 13h15, 1-1/4 hours before low tide (+0.5 ft). Favor “G181,” the outside radius of the curve there, and then favor red at the entrance, floating R”184.” Do not cut the corners here; follow the centerline of the cut out into the deeper water of the Coosaw River. There is a 5-1/2 ft sandpile at the entrance. We slowed for our passage, and never saw less than 5-1/2 ft.

      Hope this is useful.
      Jim

      Peg and Jim Healy aboard Sanctuary, currently at Rock Creek, Pasadena, MD
      http://gilwellbear.wordpress.com
      Monk 36 Hull #132
      MMSI #367042570
      AGLCA #3767
      MTOA #3436

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s “AICW Problem Stretches” Listing For the AICW/Ashepoo Coosaw Cutoff Problem Stretch

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      Click Here To View the South Carolina Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Downtown Marina

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    • Oct 18, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 33.2581,-79.25949999

      Healy Report: Socastee to Isle of Palms, SC, AICW Statute Miles 410-457


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      Isle of Palms Marina is located on the east side of the Intracoastal Waterway, northeast of Charleston at Mile 456.5 and south of ICW Marker 116. 50 41st Avenue

      This leg of Jim and Peg Healy’s sojourn through South Carolina begins in the Waccamaw River, south to Winyah Bay, then turns west into Estherville Minim Creek and ends on Isle of Palms, home to CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, Isle of Palms Marina. Again, our sincere thanks to these very experienced cruisers for sharing their experiences and expertise with all of us.
      The southbound minimally marked entrance to Minim Creek from Winyah Bay requires careful lookout or you will pass it, especially on an outgoing tide. And as a sidebar on Minim Creek, see Minim Creek Ferry.

      Sanctuary and crew traveled south from Socastee, SC, on the Waccamaw, to Mt. Pleasant, SC, on Tuesday, 10/17/2017. Low tide in the region was early afternoon (13h30). The entrance to the Estherville-Minim Canal at Winyah Bay is very shoal for at least the first 1/2 mile. The Esterville-Minim Creek Canal and the Fourmile Creek Canal have both continued to shoal. We saw spots at 6-1/2 ft at 1/3 tide.

      We managed – poor planning – to arrive at McClellanville at dead low tide (10/17/2017, 13h51, +0.1 ft above MLLW). Our depth sounder transducer is 30” below the waterline, and it quits when it get’s to 2 to 2-1/2 ft above a soft bottom or weeds. Today, it quit. So, I don’t know how deep the water really is. What I do know is, Sanctuary draws 4-1/4 ft. What I learned for certain is, the bottom of the ICW around McClellanville is soft mud. I had slowed to just above idle, (never approach anything faster than you’d want to hit it). We never got stopped making way, but there were spots where I could feel the soft mud throwing the boat around. One of many times I really, really liked having a single engine boat with a prop and rudder protected by a beefy full keel. We never encountered anything hard; nothing that went “bump” along the hull. The stretch between G”35″ and R “48” is definitely the worst long stretch (4 miles) on the ICW at this point. Not bad when the tide is in, but 4 ft or less at low tide, and worse yet if celestial low tide. Southbound, check the tide station called “McClellanville, Jeremy Creek” before departing (or passing by) Georgetown. To stay clear of the McClellanville mud at MLLW, ditch out up above McClellanville and wait for a better tide if you’ll arrive at low and your boat draws more than 3 ft.

      Those who have done this stretch of South Carolina ICW in the past know there are some very impressive, long docks extending from shore. Many show signs of very significant storm damage. Several that had nice multi-deck sun shelters top were tipped over and lying in the water (well, lying in the mud at low tide). Many of the docks and access-ways had decking missing, we assume from waves and high water lapping at them from beneath. We saw sunken floats and many pilings askew. We did not see any flotsam, but I would definitely keep a sharp lookout throughout the region. Crab pot floats are everywhere. In fast currents, floats bob underwater. Be on the lookout…

      There has been generally more transient boat traffic than I expected this early in the season. Don’t know if that predicts more traffic later, or maybe they’ve all already come through, so slower later??? The big go-fast boats we’ve encountered have generally been gentlemen about passing, but it’s on you if you’re a slow boat to keep a sharp eye out astern for approaching, overtaking traffic.
      Jim

      Peg and Jim Healy aboard Sanctuary, currently at Rock Creek, Pasadena, MD
      http://gilwellbear.wordpress.com
      Monk 36 Hull #132
      MMSI #367042570
      AGLCA #3767
      MTOA #3436

      Click Here To View the South Carolina Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Isle of Palms Marina

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      For a complete list of Sponsoring Marinas along this route, go to SC SSECN Sponsoring Marinas

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    • Sep 13, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Flood Photos from Mt. Pleasant, SC

      Our thanks to Ally Jenkins for these photos from Mt. Pleasant which is on the east side of Charleston Harbor and home to popular Shem Creek and Patriots Point.








      Thank you,
       
      Ally Jenkins

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    • Sep 11, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      3:45 p.m. storm update: Charleston deals with ‘incredible flooding,’ tornado warnings

       
        STORM ALERT
       
       

      You 3:45 p.m. storm update: Charleston deals with ‘incredible flooding,’ tornado warnings as Irma passes

      Irma’s eye may have not entered the state, but it’s massive bands stretching 415 miles from its center plowed through the Charleston area Monday, wreaking havoc with heavy flooding and multiple tornado warnings in parts of the Lowcountry. …
       
       
       
       

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    • Sep 9, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Shelters Open for SC Barrier Island Evacuees

      From scemd.org

      You will need to bring these items with you to any emergency shelter:

      • Personal identification, Prescription and emergency medications, extra clothing, pillows, blankets, hygiene supplies, important documents and other comfort items.
      • It’s also important not to forget items for children, such as diapers, formula and toys, and other items for family members who have unique needs
      • If you have a restrictive diet, you will need to bring your own food for meals.
      CountyShelter NameAddressStatusPet Friendly
      ColletonColleton County Middle School1379 Tuskegee Airmen DriveOPEN 
      JasperRidgeland High-Junior-Elementary Complex250 Jaguar TrailOPEN 
      RichlandDent Middle School2721 Decker BlvdOPEN 

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    • Sep 9, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      SC Governor orders Saturday evacuations of some barrier islands

      McMaster orders Saturday evacuations of some barrier islands

       
       
       
       
       
        BREAKING NEWS ALERT |
       

      Your 9 p.m. update: McMaster orders Saturday evacuations of some barrier islands, Irma’s S.C. impact still in flux

      Irma’s impact on South Carolina continues to remain unclear, with fluctuating forecasts and a predicted path that now just brushes the northwest edge of the state.
       
       
       
       
       
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    • Sep 7, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Record Surge, Major Storm Conditions for SC

      Record surge, ‘major’ storm conditions expected in South Carolina from Hurricane Irma
      Surf will start to pick up Thursday, winds and rain by Saturday night. Hurricane Irma is due to make landfall in or near South Carolina late Monday or early Tuesday.
      from Post and Courier, Charleston, SC

       
        BREAKING NEWS ALERT | HURRICANE IRMA

      Record surge, ‘major’ storm conditions expected in South Carolina from Hurricane Irma

      Surf will start to pick up Thursday, winds and rain by Saturday night. Hurricane Irma is due to make landfall in or near South Carolina late Monday or early Tuesday. …

       

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    • Jun 6, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment 32.8575,-79.95779999

      Pierside Boatworks is Now Charleston Boatyard, Cooper River, Charleston, SC off the AICW


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      Pierside Boatworks is now Charleston Boatyard Marina!

      Pierside Boatworks has sold and is now operating as Charleston Boatyard Marina, LLC. New owners and boat enthusiasts Andy Oberdier and Peter Ulber are ready to transform it into Charleston’s modern and easy to use Boatyard. We are excited to keep you up to date on all the latest developments and plans.
      If you are interested in contacting us for service, questions, or just to say hi, please contact us!
      Call us at the same number: 843-554-7775
      Email us for service: service@charlestonboatyard.com
      VIsit us on the web: www.charlestonboatyard.com
      We will be revamping our website and Facebook page shortly. Also look for promotions and discounts arriving soon.
      Paige Haines
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      1. Susan Teschner, Esq -  June 26, 2018 - 10:13 am

        The information is incorrect. Pierside closed its operations. Charleston Boatyard operates at the location that Pierside used to operate. Charleston Boatyard is not Pierside.

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    • May 31, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment 32.781,-79.95739999

      Boat Fire, Harborage at Ashley Marina, Ashley River, Charleston, SC, near AICW Statute Mile 469


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      The Harborage at Ashley Marina lies along the northeastern shores of Ashley River (on the Charleston peninsula) between the charted 56 foot fixed bridge and the 18-foot Highway 17 bascule bridge. Initial findings indicate that this fire was related to fueling.

      CHARLESTON, SC (WCSC) –
      Authorities are working to figure out what caused a boat to explode and catch fire at the Harborage at Ashley Marina Monday morning.

      CLICK HERE FOR REPORT AND VIDEO from live5 news.com

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      1. Fay Davis -  May 31, 2017 - 7:18 pm

        Not good but at least is was close to face dock. Hope no one was aboard.

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    • Apr 10, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.8016,-79.91629999

      Collision with Dredge Equipment, Cooper River, Charleston, SC, near AICW Statute Mile 465


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      This incident confirms the wisdom of advice always given by the USCG to stand clear of dredge equipment. Dredging in the southern Waterway has become so common that boaters often ignore published warnings of less easily seen dredge equipment in support of the clearly visible dredge vessel.

      News Release
      April 9, 2017
      U.S. Coast Guard 7th District PA Detachment Jacksonville
      Contact: Coast Guard PA Detachment Jacksonville
      Office: (904) 714-7606/7607
      After Hours: (305) 318-1864

      Coast Guard rescues 3 boaters after accident near Ravenel Bridge
      CHARLESTON, S.C. — The Coast Guard rescued three boaters Sunday after their vessel struck a dredge near the Ravenel Bridge.

      Coast Guard Sector Charleston Command Center watch standers received a notification of a boater whose vessel struck a dredge ejecting two boaters into the water at 12:24 a.m.

      A Coast Guard Station Charleston 29-foot Response Boat–Small boatcrew launched and an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew in the area diverted to assist. Two Charleston County Sheriff marine units also responded.

      The RB–S boatcrew arrived on scene at 12:47 a.m. and recovered one boater who was sitting on top of the dredge. A Charleston County Sheriff marine unit recovered the other two boaters.

      The three boaters were transported to the Charleston Maritime Center where EMS were waiting.

      The condition of the boaters is unknown at this time and South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is conducting an investigation.

      And from Charleston’s Post and Courier:

      Three rescued after boat crashes into dredge pipe near Ravenel Bridge
      By Angie Jackson ajackson@postandcourier.com Apr 9, 2017 Updated 12 hrs ago (0)

      Three boaters were rescued early Sunday after their vessel struck a dredge pipe in the Cooper River near the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.

      CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL REPORT 

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    • Apr 8, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Wounded Nature -Working Veterans’ April Newsletter

      Wounded Nature-Working Veterans organizes cleanups to address the many wildlife critical coastal areas that have never been cleaned. If you would like to volunteer and if you have a suitable boat (see below), the next scheduled cleanup is April 22.

      Public beach and roadside cleanups benefit the travel & tourism Industry. Our coastal cleanups benefit wildlife.

      Improving South Carolina’s Seafood Population and Production!

      On March 25th, 2017, Boeing, Bosch, Charleston Southern University Women’s Volleyball Team, SC Department of Natural Resources, Fish and Wildlife Service and the general public worked with Wounded Nature – Working Veterans to make a real coastal difference.

      Trash and debris that poison, entangle and injures marine wildlife was removed from Charleston Harbor. In place of the trash and debris, an oyster bed that we started laying last year, was extended and has begun filtering the water around this island.

      Getting wet, dirty, smelling like pluff mud, feeding the mosquitoes, gnats and flies, acquiring some scratches, scrapes and cuts is just a small part of what these volunteers endured to make a real coastal difference.

      Cleanup news
      Coastal Cleanup April 22nd, 2017
      Capers Island

      Low tide is 11:23. Wounded Nature boats should leave the ramp around 8:30 and spend several hours removing trash and debris from the high tide line area.

      Meeting location:
      We will be launching from the Buck’s Hall Boat Ramp. We will be performing this coastal cleanup in conjunction with the Power Boat Squadron.

      Currently, we cannot take on any additional volunteers for this project unless they have a boat and are willing to return with some trash and debris in their boat.

      Overnight primitive camping on the beach will be available with a permit from SC DNR. Permits available at: http://www.dnr.sc.gov/mlands/specregshp.html

      At Wounded Nature-Working Veterans we organize cleanups to address the many wildlife critical coastal areas that have never been cleaned. Most areas can only be accessed by boat. For us, there is no need to further study the problem, we are focused on remedial action and getting tons of trash and debris removed from our coastal areas. We do make a real difference! Our work results in increased fish and shellfish populations and reduced debris deaths for dolphins, manatees, sea turtles and endangered coastal wildlife.
      Small personal donations allow us to carry out our greatly needed mission!

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    • Mar 8, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.7664,-79.97419999

      Wappoo Creek Wake Zone Extended, Charleston, SC, AICW Statute Mile 470-471


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      This extension of the Wappoo Creek wake zone is between the HWY 30 Connector Bridge at Mile 470 and the Wappoo Creek Bridge at Mile 471, an open stretch of water bordered by a number of homes and docks. Wappoo Creek joins Elliott Cut to connect the Ashley River and the Stono River south of Charleston. See History of Wappoo Creek for more on this area.


      Wappoo wake zone to be extended
      Wappoo ICW

      Wappoo Creek looking north from HWY 17 Bridge

      Due to increased boating traffic, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is extending the Wappoo wake zone of the Intracoastal Waterway in Charleston County.

      The seasonal wake zone will be extended north to about 200 yards south of the James Island connector bridge, and south to the entrance of Coburg Creek. The extension will be in effect April 15, 2017, through Sept. 15, 2017. The normal wake zone will remain in effect until April 15 and will start again after Sept. 15.

      This is one of the busiest stretches of water within the entire state, and law enforcement wants to minimize the risk for accidents.

      “This is a popular area because there are two public boat landings within one mile of each other,” SCDNR Cpt. Donnie Pritcher stated. “The traffic has grown tremendously over the years and we want to keep people safe.”

      For questions regarding the wake zone extension, contact the SCDNR law enforcement investigations office at 843-953-9378.

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    • Feb 20, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.766,-79.97249999

      History of Wappoo Creek – Elliott Cut, AICW Statute Miles 470 to 472


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      Our thanks to Tommy Bessinger for this question to which I am sure many boaters who have fought the opposing swift current through Wappoo Creek – Elliott Cut will have answers and opinions – no profanity, please! Elliott Cut is a short, narrow Waterway channel through a residential neighborhood of high steep banks connecting the Ashley River with the Stono River. Although references are made to “Wappoo Cut” and “Elliott Cut” as early as the 1770’s, Wappoo Creek, as charted, west of the Ashley River, becomes is a winding shallow creek running north of Elliott’s Cut. Elliott’s Cut, named for William Elliott, was dredged to bypass the twists of Wappoo Creek and was dredged to the current depth in the late 1880’s as part of the Intracoastal Waterway Project. Historians, please add your two-cents or more to help allay Tommy’s questions!

      I live on Elliott’s Cut in the neighborhood of Edgewater Park. Lived here most of my life. I have looked and I cannot find any of the history of the construction of Elliott’s Cut and how and when it came to be. Can anyone please point me in the right direction for information please? Thank you!!!
      Tommy Bessinger

      References from Google:


      http://riverspoint.net/jihistth.pdf

       

      Leaving Charleston Harbor south, the Intracoastal Waterway passed from the Ashley River through the Wappoo Cut and continued along a sinuous string of tidal streams and land cuts 66.5 miles to the Beaufort River at Beaufort, South Carolina. Better than the segment to the north of Charleston, the existing inland water course from Charleston to Beaufort had a minimum depth of six (6) feet, interrupted at only four locations, and, except for a six (6) mile passage across the St. Helena Sound, was well protected from the sea.

      Earlier work on this segment of the waterway tackled its most problematic stretches. The first undertaking was at Wappoo Cut, a crooked and shallow creek that joined the Ashley and Steno rivers. By dredging and by a cutoff bypassing some of the worst bends, a project authorized in 1881 created a channel through the cut six (6) feet deep and sixty (60) feet wide. At the other end of this segment, a project adopted in 1890 improved Brickyard Creek. A continuation of the Beaufort River, Brickyard Creek had a fairly good seven (7) foot channel except near its juncture with the Coosaw River, where the channel practically disappeared among shoals. Work completed in 1905 provided the creek with a constant seven (7) foot depth and “convenient width.” A third improvement, made in 1905-1906, was the construction of Fenwicks Island Cut in the central portion of this segment. It replaced a narrow, tortuous, and shallow passage through Mosquito Creek – the cut, seven (7) feet deep and ninety (90) feet wide, connected the South Edisto River with the Ashepoo River.
      J.D. Lewis – PO Box 1188 – Little River, SC 29566
      http://www.carolana.com/SC/Transportation/sc_icw.html

       


      From The Siege of Charleston 1780 by Gen. Wilmot G. DeSaussure
      http://www.clansinclairsc.org/siegecharleston.htm

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    • Nov 3, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment 32.7871,-79.90979999

      Update on Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina, AICW Statute Mile 465


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      We have received word that following Hurricane Matthew, some changes are necessary at SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, Charleston Harbor Marina which sits on the Mount Pleasant side of Charleston Harbor, hard by Patriots Point between Horse Reach’s flashing buoys #34 and #36.

      We are now instituting an amenities fee for the transient. Daily will be $18, Weekly will be $90, and monthly will be $300. The current list is below.
      Kelley
      · -24 hour full service marina / 24 hour security
      · -Protective breakwaters and Wide floating docks
      · -6 pack Charter service available
      · -Clean facilities, shower and laundry
      · -Wireless Internet Access
      · -Access to Harborside pool and Jacuzzi
      · -10% off all food & beverage purchased at the Harborside Hotel & Fish House with marina card
      · -10% off rooms at the Harborside Hotel with marina card (Except Blackout Dates)
      · -10% off Purchases at the Marina Store with the marina card
      · -Easy access to Charleston’s #1 beach party, Party at the Point, as well as other events
      · *Be sure to ask about our Tenant Referral program
      · -Additional Beach Club Amenities
      · Unlimited access – year round- to our heated pool(s) with complimentary towel service and poolside cabanas when open.

      · Food and Beverage service at the Tiki Bar and Grille or your private cabana

      · Use of all Pool amenities including life-sized chess board, bocce ball court and fire pits

      · Exclusive invitations to resort hosted events like Party at the Point, Bazaar at the Point, Winterfest, Smoke on the Harbor, Burgers Bands and Brews, & Oyster Roasts, etc. Complimentary admission to these events for registered pool members and their dependents.

      · Access to book the Beach Club’s private event space (board room, private movie theatre, yacht club) for member hosted events.

      L. Kelley Poe
      Director of Marina Operations
      Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina
      24 Patriots Point Road
      Mount Pleasant, SC. 29464
      Tel : 843.284.7065
      KPoe@CharlestonHarborResort.com
      www.CharlestonHarborMarina.com
      www.charlestonharborfishhouse.com

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      1. John F Pholeric, Jr -  November 5, 2016 - 7:44 am

        I wonder if we get reduced rate if the internet does not work well out on the docks like in the past?

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    • Sep 29, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.7783,-79.9529999

      Charleston City Marina Wins 2016 Charleston’s Choice Awards, AICW Statute Mile 469


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      Charleston City Marina, A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, is located along the Ashley River’s northeastern banks, northeast of marker #5, and only a hop, skip and jump from the path of the AICW!

      The City Marina was the winner in the Marina category of the Post & Courier’s 2016 Charleston’s Choice Awards. It is a well-deserved honor.

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    • Jul 8, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Travel and Leisure Names Charleston Best City in the World

      This Post and Courier article on Charleston was proudly – and justifiably so – submitted by David Rogers of City Marina, A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR. Charleston is also home to another SSECN SPONSOR, Charleston Harbor Marina at Patriots Point.

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      CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA NAMED WORLD’S BEST CITY AND NO. 1 CITY IN THE U.S. AND CANADA BY THE TRAVEL + LEISURE 2016 WORLD’S BEST AWARDS

      Rankings’ Effect on Tourism Continues to Positively Impact the Charleston Economy
      CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA (July 6, 2016) – For the first time, readers of Travel + Leisure magazine have voted Charleston, South Carolina the World’s Best City in the 2016 World’s Best Awards. Charleston is the first domestic destination to earn the coveted World’s Best City ranking, and for the fourth consecutive year, the readers of Travel + Leisure ranked the Charleston area the No. 1 City in the U.S. and Canada. The news was shared by Jacqui Gifford, Senior Editor of Travel + Leisure, on the TODAY Show on July 6.

      Charleston exceeded other destinations in the categories of sights/landmarks, culture/arts, restaurants/food, people/friendliness, shopping and value to earn the World’s Best City and the No. 1 City in the U.S. and Canada designation, scoring 91.66 overall. The complete results of the 2016 World’s Best Awards Survey are featured on TravelandLeisure.com/WorldsBest and in the August issue of the magazine, on newsstands July 15.

      Travel + Leisure Editor Nathan Lump said, “Charleston is a remarkably dynamic place, so it’s no surprise that it has achieved its highest ranking ever in our survey as this year’s best city in the world. The city has managed to preserve all the qualities for which it is widely known—a prime coastal setting, historic architecture, friendly locals—while also nurturing a creative culture that is making it one of the most notable destinations for those who seek out interesting restaurants, bars, and shops that highlight a dedication to distinctive craft.”

      The No. 1 rankings continue to positively impact tourism, the number one economic driver to the Charleston area. Since 2012, the first year Charleston was awarded the No. 1 City in the U.S. and Canada ranking in the Travel + LeisureWorld’s Best Awards, the total economic impact of tourism has increased 14% to $3.68 billion in 2015 according the Office of Tourism Analysis at the College of Charleston. Additionally, the average expenditure per adult and the total labor earnings has increased.

      Dan Blumenstock, Chairman of the Charleston Area Convention & Visitors Bureau and Director of Hotel Operations of Fennell Holdings remarked, “Readers of Travel + Leisure continue to recognize our destination for its friendly people, renowned cuisine, historic landmarks, flourishing arts community, and celebrated shopping scene. This award is a testament to the vitality of Charleston as a world class destination.” Blumenstock added, “The area’s tourism and hospitality community has enjoyed positive growth over the past four years, due in part to the numerous awards bestowed on the Charleston area. We look forward to continued and responsible economic impact as a result of the No. 1 City in the World ranking.”

      In addition to the No. 1 City rankings, The Spectator Hotel, located in historic Charleston, was recognized as the No. 1 Top City Hotel in the U.S.

      Michael Tall, President & Chief Operating Officer of Charlestowne Hotels stated, “The Spectator was designed, and is operated, with our discerning guests’ needs and desires for a unique, curated experience. With the hotel only having opened less than a year ago, we are truly honored to be recognized by the readers of Travel + Leisure as the No. 1 Top City Hotel in the 2016 World’s Best Awards in the categories of rooms and facilities, service, location, value, and design.”  

      Travel + Leisure readers voted on their favorite hotels, cities, islands, spas, cruise lines, airlines, tour outfitters, and car-rental agencies. The 2016 World’s Best Awards readers’ survey results (listed by overall and regional rankings) and survey methodology are featured in the August issue of Travel + Leisure magazine, online at: www.TravelandLeisure.com/WorldsBest, and in the World’s Best Awards 2016.

      Click Here To View the South Carolina Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Charleston City Marina

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Charleston City Marina

      Click Here To View the South Carolina Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Charleston Harbor Marina

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Charleston Harbor Marina

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    • Jul 2, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Captain Jim Healy Discusses the Waterway from Charleston to St. Augustine

      Longtime cruiser and SSECN Contributing Editor, Captain Jim Healy, shares his knowledge and experience in these observations on this portion of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. Thank you Jim!

      The entire region from Charleston to St. Augustine has high tidal ranges, ranging from 5′ at St. Augustine to as much as 9′ in Savannah/Beaufort/Charleston.  Those high tidal ranges create swift tidal currents, and especially for first-times, docking is easiest in the 1/2 hour before and after slack.
      There are many areas of shallow water in the region.  The very best resource for current data on low water and caution areas is available via www.activecaptain.com.  Two other  websites that all ICW travelers should know about are www.waterwayguide.com and www.cruisersnet.net.  I’m sure you are familiar with the Waterway Guide book series.  The “Salty Southeast Cruiser’s Net” (SSECN) is  really a boating group.  It was founded by Claiborne Young.  After Claiborne’s untimely loss, the group continued in operation.  The Cruiser’s Net website specializes on the US Southeast.  There is some duplication of material between the WWG site and the SSECN site, but there is unique value to both.  Both are excellent resources for fuel prices, marinas and anchorages.  These websites would make a good sidebar for any ICW article.  Two of these websites require registration – SSECN does not – and all three are free, and all are very useful to ICW boaters.  Both WWG and SSECN also have smart phone apps that duplicate and augment website information and are very useful on small-format devices.
      There are some generalizations that apply to the region, including the stretch from Georgetown, SC all the way south to below Fernandina Beach.  In some of those areas, boats drawing more than 4′ will want to consider not traveling at low tide; especially celestial low tides.  The Army Corp of Engineers (USACE) is responsible for dredging the ICW.  USACE is funded by state congressional delegations.  In recent years, the money congress allocates to dredging has been diverted to “more pressing needs,” and so many areas of the ICW are shoaling, and in fact, the ICW resource is slowly being lost; well, allowed to die, really, by congress.  There is a not-for-profit called the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway Association.  The Executive Director is Brad Pickel; bpickel@seahavenconsulting.com.  That would make another sidebar for any article on the ICW.  There are some local knowledge bypasses around some shoal areas.  All of the cruising sites above can provide additional detail.
      Renting a car in any of these venues greatly expands what a boating visitor can see and do.  Some, but not all, marinas have courtesy cars.  Generally they can’t be used for long periods, but they are useful for re-provisioning when needed.
      Hope this helps.
      Jim
      Peg and Jim Healy aboard Sanctuary, currently at Ft. Myers, FL

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