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  • Announcement: All South Carolina Cruising News

    PLEASE CAREFULLY READ OUR DISCLAIMER!

    Below, you will discover our COMPLETE listing of South Carolina cruising news/postings from fellow cruisers, arranged in chronological order, based on publication date. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO NARROW YOUR SELECTION of SC cruising news to those messages which pertain to a specific geographic sub-region, locate the RED, vertically stacked menu, on the right side of this, and all Cruisers’ Net pages. Click on “South Carolina.” A drop down menu will appear, with a blue background, Now, click on “SC Regional Cruising News.” A sub-drop-down menu will now appear, listing 11 South Carolina geographic sub-regions. Select your waters of interest, and after clicking on your choice, a list of messages will appear, confined to the sub-region you have picked!

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  • NAV ALERT: LNM: Socastee Swing Bridge Closed, AICW Statute Mile 371, 9/20/2018
    September 24, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy Leave a Comment

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    Like now-open Centerville Turnpike and North Landing Bridges were earlier, Socastee Bridge, with a closed vertical clearance of 11ft, falls victim to flooding from Florence. Please observe the NO-WAKE ZONE through this area where homes sit at water level. Our thanks to Office Jeromy Sherrill, Sector Charleston, for this notice.

    STILL IN EFFECT AS OF 0830, 24 September, 2018

    Due to expected flooding, the Socastee Swing Bridge in Horry County, SC will be closed to marine traffic beginning 12pm on Sept, 21 2018. The bridge will remain closed until the floodwaters subside. Mariners are urged to prepare and plan transits accordingly to avoid unnecessary disruption. READ MORE!

    For additional information regarding the bridge closure log onto the South Carolina Department of Transportation website at http://www.scdot.org.

    The following Safety Advisory is still in effect:

    The Captain of the Port Charleston has issued a safety advisory and no wake restrictions for the Atlantic Intercoastal Waterway in the vicinity of Georgetown, SC to Little River, SC. It is highly recommended that all mariners consider high water stages, current and drift when preparing to transit in this area. Mariners are also advised to reduce wake in developed areas to protect and minimize damage to homes and other structures.

    This MSIB can be viewed at https://homeport.uscg.mil/port-directory/charleston. For questions or concerns regarding this MSIB, please contact Sector Charleston Waterways Management Division at (843) 323-7761 or the Sector’s 24-hour Command Center at (843) 740-7050.

    Thank you,
    Jeromy Sherrill, MSTC
    U.S. Coast Guard
    Sector Charleston
    843-740-3186 x3325

    Waterway under Socastee Swing Bridge closed, SCDOT monitors water levels
    WMBF

    Flood Warning: Local Rivers at Major Flood Stage
    wpde.com (blog)

    Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Directory Listing For Socastee Bridge

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  • More on Socastee Swing Bridge Closure, AICW Statute Mile 371
    September 24, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy Leave a Comment

    Like now-open Centerville Turnpike and North Landing Bridges were earlier, Socastee Bridge, with a closed vertical clearance of 11ft, falls victim to flooding from Florence. Please observe the NO-WAKE ZONE through this area where homes sit at water level. See Nav Alert

    Still in effect as of 0830 September 24 2018

    Waterway under Socastee Swing Bridge closed, SCDOT monitors water levels
    WMBF

    Flood Warning: Local Rivers at Major Flood Stage
    wpde.com (blog)

  • Praise for Downtown Marina of Beaufort, SC, AICW Statute Mile 536.5
    September 22, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy Leave a Comment

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    The Downtown Marina Of Beaufort, SC, 1006 Bay Street Beaufort, SC 29902 (843) 524-4422 or Marker #239 on ICW

    A CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR!, Downtown Marina is located north of AICW marker #239, a short distance west of the Lady’s Island swing bridge, in the heart of downtown Beaufort. Our thanks to Charlie and Jackie for these good words.

    9-20-18. Over night at Downtown Marina at Beaufort. As usual terrific spot. Deck hand Troy- very experienced and nice- helped with lines. On inside of face dock. Bath house nice, decent ships store. And the most very nice ladies that take reservations are in the store. Pleasure to deal with. Always a must stop- especially with all the restaurants, shops, etc all so close. There is a new day dock- just for transients to tie up for lunch, etc. Very large and substantial– even looks nice. Good wifi and many air tv channels, but they also have cable.
    Charlie and Jackie on Traveler

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

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  • LNM: Upper Waccamaw River Safety Zone, off AICW Statute Mile 375, Conway, SC
    September 22, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy Leave a Comment

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    This popular side trip up the upper Waccamaw River to Conway is an attractive, scenic passage departing the Waterway south of Myrtle Beach at statute mile 375. See Upstream Waccamaw.

    WACCAMAW RIVER SAFETY ZONECONWAY, SC

    The Captain of the Port Charleston (COTP) has established a temporary safety zone on the waters of the Waccamaw River in the vicinity of the Santee-Cooper ash pond in Conway, SC. State and Federal authorities have determined that potential hazards associated with and resulting from high waters of the Waccamaw River are present in the area and that vessel traffic will increase the potential of severely degrading flood berms adjacent to the Santee-Cooper ash ponds. The safety zone will cover all navigable waters of the Waccamaw River between U. S. Business Highway 501 and U. S. Highway 501 in Conway, SC. READ MORE!

    This rule is effective from 7 a.m. on September 22, 2018, through October 19, 2018, or until waters recede and conditions allow for safe navigation, whichever occurs first. The duration of the safety zone is intended to protect personnel, vessels, and the marine environment while the Waccamaw River experiences high water conditions. No vessel or person will be permitted to enter the safety zone without obtaining permission from the COTP or a designated representative.

    To seek permission to enter the safety zone, contact the COTP or the COTP’s representative via VHF-FM channel 16, or through Coast Guard Sector Charleston’s Command Center at 843-740-7050. Those in the safety zone must comply with all lawful orders or directions given to them by the COTP or the COTP’s designated representative.
    Designated representative means a Coast Guard coxswain, petty officer, or other officers operating a Coast Guard vessel and a Federal, State, and local officer designated by or assisting the COTP in the enforcement of the safety zones.

    This MSIB can be viewed at https://homeport.uscg.mil/port-directory/charleston. For questions or concerns regarding this MSIB, please contact Sector Charleston Waterways Management Division at (843) 323-7761, the Sector’s 24-hour Command Center at (843) 740-7050, or the Horry County Emergency Operations Center at (843) 915-5150.

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  • Intracoastal Waterway Flooding Forecast in SC and NC
    September 19, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy 1 Comment

    While flooding in the Waterway might solve some depth issues, it creates an entirely new set of problems: off-station markers, shifted channels – especially at inlet/ICW intersections, floating and submerged debris washed from shore, swift currents in normally calm waters, etc. If you are navigating in the upper South Carolina and North Carolina ICW, use great caution and TAKE YOUR TIME! And remember, your wake may be washing into someone’s living room!

    FIRST ALERT: Intracoastal Waterway flooding now forecast to surpass Matthew record
    WMBF

    Here is when and where forecasters say the Waccamaw, Little Pee Dee Rivers will crest
    Myrtle Beach Sun News

  • Special Report on NC/SC AICW Conditions by Tom Hale
    September 18, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy 2 Comments

    Our sincerest thanks to Tom Hale for sharing this detailed look at Waterway conditions following Hurricane Florence in North and South Carolina.

    Sept. 17, 2018

    As previously suggested and as hoped, the Northern part of the ICW between Norfolk and Beaufort NC is partially operational. Some facilities are fully up and running. Some facilities are damaged but running.  Some facilities are closed. However the ICW seems passable with dockage, fuel and water available in places between Norfolk and Beaufort, NC.  Those facilities which are open for business are anxious to have cruisers come through.  But be aware that many homes and businesses are flooded and already damaged.  Be even more careful about your wake, as in flooding conditions your wake is hitting homes and yards. The ICW south of Georgetown SC is operating normally. READ MORE!

    But that 125 miles between Beaufort, NC and New River (Myrtle Beach)  is still flooding, is lacking electrical power and phone lines,  and is several days away from being able to fully report, and weeks or months from being back to normal water levels.

    • Great Bridge bridge and lock are fully operational.
    • According to USACE Norfolk District Dismal Swamp Canal is open and the locks and bridges are operating on a normal schedule.
    • All is OK at Coinjock. Over 20 boats have left and headed to Hatteras, Wanchese,  Beaufort and points south! They have not heard of any reported problems in any of the canals and creeks to Beaufort NC.
    • Alligator River Swing Bridge is operational.
    • Dowry Creek has power to the office and heads, still working on the dock power. The water is below the docks but is still up 2.5 feet.  USCG has been through Alligator Pungo Canal to check ATONs. There are damaged ATONs.
    • Wilkerson Bridge now at about 60.5 feet
    • River Forrest Marina has no fuel but is taking reservations.  Transient space is limited to smaller vessels. Grocery store is open, downtown restaurants are “drying out” after 4’ of flood water.  Main streets are dry this morning, but only just barely.  Many parts of town are still flooded. .
    • 9/17 A tug and barge headed north in AP canal this morning, so commercial traffic is resuming.
    • Hobucken USCG has covered about 20% of their territory.   So far AP canal to G7 in Adams creek has been checked.  ICW has damaged ATONs.
    • Jarrett Bay is closed. No Power. Area is devastated.  2 USCG boats went north bound in Adams Creek this morning 9/17.
    • Homer Smith Docks had no damage.  Still has no power but is taking transients.  They report that boats are moving up and down the Beaufort waterways with no trouble.
    • Morehead City Marina is not answering their phone.
    • Beaufort City Docks are operational. No Power as of noon 9/17. A generator is wired to the fuel pumps, so fuel is available.  2 x  100’ yachts are inbound from Coinjock today.
    • Onslow Beach Bridge phone not working 9/17
    • Surf City Bridge phone not working 9/17
    • Figure 8 Bridge phone not working 9/17
    • Wrightsville beach bridge 910.256.2886 not answering 9/17/18
    • Southport NC: All the marinas were spared major damage.  There is still no electrical power in the area.  The city potable water system has had several major breaks and  it is unclear how long it will take to get the water flowing again.  All of the roads leading into Southport are washed out and flooded.  At this time there is no vehicular access to Southport.  The Cape Fear river is expected to crest later this week.  There will be significant debris washing though.
    • Myrtle Beach YC is fully operational with power and water. Center console boats are running in the ICW
    • Wrightsville Beach Bridge not answering 9/17/18
    • All bridges in Horry County SC (Myrtle Beach area) are operational! Socastee Swing Bridge, Barefoot Landing and Little River Swing Bridge. Flood waters are still rising inland and it is entirely possible that the bridges will be  non-operational at some point  as the rivers crest. The 65’ bridges aren’t! Water still high and rising.   After Matthew it took weeks for the water to get back to normal levels.
    • Myrtle Beach YC is fully operational. Center console boats are running in the ICW
    • Osprey Marina reports that they survived with no damage. The Waccamaw crest is expected Thursday . It could be worse than Mathew.  Expect floods and a slow speed zone through Socastee.  The 65 foot bridges in Socastee are far less than 65′ right now.
    • Port of Georgetown is open. Marinas are open and selling fuel.
    • McClellanville, Leland Oil open reports USCG has checked channel. They have not heard of any problems.
    • Isle of Palms Marina is fully operational and taking transients. No word yet on the condition of ICW to Georgetown. No boat traffic in ICW except center consoles and work boats.
    • Ben Sawyer Bridge is now operational and back on normal schedule.
    • Port of Charleston Open. Charleston Marina is taking transients.

  • Warning of Bottom Trash, Charleston/Ashley River Anchorages, AICW Statute Mile 469
    September 17, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy Leave a Comment

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    These three anchorages lie off the ICW between the Waterway/Ashley River intersection and the Hwy 17 bascule bridge several hundred yards up the Ashley. See Observations for further comments. Our thanks to Robert Pease for this warning!

    I was warned by the marina of a lot of crap on the bottom. My anchor got fouled on long lengths of scrap electrical cable. You may want to put a note of caution on this anchorage. Am currently up the Wando river, very good holding.
    Robert Pease
    SV Journey

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  • MSIB: AICW NO-WAKE Restrictions, Georgetown to Little River, SC
    September 17, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy Leave a Comment

    Due to high water levels in marinas and homes, NO WAKE all along the Waterway should be the order of the day. Respect others and SLOW DOWN!!

    THE CAPTAIN OF THE PORT CHARLESTON HAS ISSUED A SAFETY ADVISORY AND NO WAKE RESTRICTIONS FOR THE ATLANTIC INTERCOASTAL WATERWAY IN THE VICINITY OF GEORGETOWN, SC TO LITTLE RIVER, SC. IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT ALL MARINERS CONSIDER HIGH WATER STAGES, CURRENT AND DRIFT WHEN PREPARING TO TRANSIT IN THIS AREA. MARINERS ARE ALSO ADVISED TO REDUCE WAKE IN DEVELOPED AREAS TO PROTECT AND MINIMIZE DAMAGE TO HOMES AND OTHER STRUCTURES.

  • October Events at Sea Pines Resort, Harbour Town Yacht Basin, AICW Statute Mile 565
    September 4, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy Leave a Comment

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    Harbour Town at Hilton Head, with its familiar red-and-white-striped lighthouse, is a fine resort marina with an enormous number of amenities.

    Harbour Town Yacht Basin, A CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, is 100% open. With newly renovated docks, upgraded electrical service and onSpot WiFi, also a CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, the marina is ready for your reservation. And, as always, activities at the Sea Pines Resort are ongoing as you will see in the Event Schedule below. Hilton Head Island is absolutely marvelous any time of year, but especially so in the Fall. The Gregg Russell concerts are priceless for young and old alike!

     
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    The Sea Pines Resort
    Events & Activities
    October 1-31
    seapines.com/events

    Hounds on the Harbour
    Saturday, October 6; 10am-1pm
    Join us in Harbour Town for a fun day with Fido. The fur-filled line-up includes a pup-cake walk and more! A number of dog-related service providers also will be on hand, offering information on grooming, boarding, training, veterinary care and retail products. If you don’t have your own hound, the Hilton Head Humane Association will have dogs available for adoption. (843) 842-1979

    The Yacht Club of Hilton Head Island Regatta Weekend 2018
    October 13-14
    The Harbour Town Cup: Saturday, 12pm start
    The Calibogue Cup: Sunday, 10am start
    Since the 1970s, The Yacht Club of Hilton Head Island has held two sailing race events in Calibogue Sound. Spectators are welcome and volunteers will be in Harbour Town to explain the races. Come enjoy a great day in Harbour Town viewing the races, shopping and dining. Registration required;
    (843) 384-7322

    Halloween Wagon Ride
    Saturday, October 27; 10am and 11:30am
    Show off your Halloween costume in the Sea Pines Forest Preserve and hunt for clues to lead you to the pumpkin patch. Reservations required; call (843) 842-1979. $16/adult, $13/child (ages 12 and younger)

    Halloween on the Harbour
    Sunday, October 28; 3:30-5pm
    Celebrate Halloween at The Sea Pines Resort with activities, cookies and trick-or-treating around Harbour Town. Participants of all ages are welcome to attend and are invited to come in costume.
    (843) 842-1979; Complimentary

    Freshwater Fishing
    Tuesdays, 10-11:30am
    Enjoy a relaxing morning fishing from the shore by the beautiful lakes of the Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Supplies provided. Reservations required; contact (843) 842-1979. $18/adult, $13/child (ages 12 & younger)

    Forest Preserve Wagon Journey
    Mondays, 3:30-4:30pm
    Sit back, relax and experience the animals and plant life of the Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Reservations required; contact (843) 842-1979. $16/adult, $13/child (ages 12 & younger)

    Full Moon Shore Explore
    October 24; 7:30-8:30pm
    Discover our beaches under a full moon. Search for nocturnal life including ghost crabs and other sea creatures, which scurry throughout our dunes and surf systems. Reservations are required; contact (843) 842-1979. $15/adult, $10/child (ages 12 & younger)
    Tennis Boot Camp
    October 26-28
    » Friday, 3-5pm
    » Saturday, 9am-12pm and 2-4pm
    » Sunday, 9am-12pm
    Ten hours of drills and instruction designed to get you back into tournament shape.
    Ages 17 and older. NTRP 4.0 and up. 4-to-1 student/teacher ratio. Reservations required; (843) 363-4495. $300 per weekend.

    Charter Fishing
    Daily; Call for reservations
    Harbour Town Yacht Basin offers the most experienced fishing captains on Hilton Head Island operating private fishing charters all year long. Just 10 minutes from the Atlantic Ocean, its fleet, including the Izzy A, Echo, Integrity and Payback will guide you to the most fertile fishing grounds. Harbour Town Yacht Basin offers trips ranging from three-hour inshore excursions to overnight trips to the Gulf Stream, 70 miles offshore. All items are provided, and catch will be cleaned at the docks. Reservations are required; contact Harbour Town Yacht Basin at (843) 363-8335.

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  • Free Haul-Out with Bottom Paint Service! City Boatyard, Wando River, Charleston, SC
    August 23, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy Leave a Comment
    Welcome to The City Marina The City Marina Wins Jack Nichol Award for Design See our feature on The Visitors Network Located on mile marker 469.5 of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, the Charleston City Marina features 19,000 feet of linear dock space covering 40 acres of water. The marina was named 2005 National Marina of the Year (Marina Dock Age Magazine), and offers state-of-the-art amenities and facilities to promise an enjoyable stay. The City Marina's MegaDock extends 1,530 feet and is the longest free standing floating fuel dock in the Southeast. These features, and Historic Downtown Charleston location, make The City Marina one of the east coast's most popular marinas.

    The Charleston City Boatyard, a subsidiary of Charleston City Marina, A CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, is found on the northern reaches of the Wando River north of red marker #40. This offer ends October 1st.

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    InterluxFree Haul-Out Through the End of September

    DON’T WAIT TO PAINT!!

    Boats 30 feet or larger get a free haul-out when you schedule two-coat bottom paint service at The City Boatyard*. Refreshing your boat’s paint helps protect, beautify and improve performance.

    Contact Mary McKeown today at (843) 884-3000 or mmckeown@thecityboatyard.com to schedule service. Our ABYC Certified Paint Techs will take care of the rest.

    *Service must be completed by September 30, 2018 to be eligible. Offer is based on availability and subject to change.

     

    		  
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    The City Boatyard, 130 Wando Creek Lane, Charleston, SC 29492

     

     

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  • September Events at Sea Pines Resort, Harbour Town Yacht Basin, AICW Statute Mile 565
    August 8, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy Leave a Comment

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    Harbour Town at Hilton Head, with its familiar red-and-white-striped lighthouse, is a fine resort marina with an enormous number of amenities.

    Harbour Town Yacht Basin, A CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, is 100% open. With newly renovated docks, upgraded electrical service and onSpot WiFi, also a CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, the marina is ready for your reservation. And, as always, activities at the Sea Pines Resort are ongoing as you will see in the Event Schedule below. Hilton Head Island is absolutely marvelous any time of year and the Gregg Russell concerts are priceless for young and old alike!

     
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    The Sea Pines Resort
    Events & Activities

    September 1-30

    seapines.com/events

    Fun With Albert

    Sunday, September 2; 7-7:45pm

    Join The Sea Pines Resort recreation team and our mascot, Albert the Alligator, for photos, games and activities on the lawn adjacent to the playground in Harbour Town. Complimentary

    Freshwater Fishing
    Tuesdays and Thursdays; 9-10:30am

    Enjoy a relaxing morning fishing from the shore by the beautiful lakes of the Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Supplies provided; catch and release. Reservations required; contact (843) 842-1979. $19/adult, $14/child (ages 12 & younger)

    Gregg Russell Concerts

    September 1-2,

    Saturday and Sunday; 8-9:30pm

    After celebrating 40 years of Harbour Town entertainment in 2016, Sea Pines classic, Gregg Russell, is back for another great season. You can find him underneath the Liberty Oak entertaining adults and children alike. His concerts are not to be missed. Complimentary

    Forest Preserve Wagon Journey

    Mondays; 3:30-4:30pm

    Sit back, relax and experience the animals and plant life of the Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Reservations required; contact (843) 842-1979. $17/adult, $14/child (ages 12 & younger)

    Hilton Head XC Open 5K

    This race winds through the Sea Pines Forest Preserve on hard packed dirt trails, shaded under old live oak trees, around beautiful lakes, and over age old wetlands. Visit www.gotrievents.com to register.

    Stan Smith Super Series

    Friday, September 14 – Sunday, September 16

    Join Stan Smith, former U.S. Open and Wimbledon Champion and U.S. Olympic men’s tennis coach, for a fun-filled weekend. The 9-hour class will feature video analysis of your serve, stroke and strategy instruction, footwork, and many practice drills. With a 4-to-1 maximum student to pro ratio, you are guaranteed lots of personal attention. To reserve your space for this special event, please call The Sea Pines Racquet Club at (843) 363-4495. $305/adults only

    Beach Sweep

    Saturday, September 15; 9am-12pm

    Take part in the largest one-day volunteer cleanup event of its kind in South Carolina as a volunteer with The Sea Pines Resort’s team. Conducted annually since 1988, the sweep takes place in conjunction with the International Coastal Cleanup, coordinated by the Ocean Conservancy. Volunteers welcome. Please contact The Sea Pines Resort Recreation Department at (843) 842-1979 to volunteer.

    Shrimp and Craft Brew Fest
    Saturday, September 22; 2-6pm
    The first-ever Hilton Head Island Shrimp and Craft Brew Fest will be held on the lawn adjacent to the Liberty Oak  in Harbour Town. The event will feature a shrimp tasting contest, food, craft beer, live music and a fun zone for children, including face painting and bounce houses. Admission is $20 and tickets can be purchased at the door. Children ages 8 and younger are free. For more information, please call Chip Duncan at (843) 384-5095 or email cduncan@seapines.com.

    Harbour Town Fall Fest

    Sunday, September 23; 11am-6pm

    Enjoy the splendor of Harbour Town with a Harbour Town shops sidewalk sale offering great deals; local favorite Deas-Guyz in concert featuring a mix of Motown, R&B, pop, rock, reggae and dance beats; nautical activities featuring a variety of watersports, tours and boat rides; dining on the harbour all day; and children’s activities. The Carolina Dreamers Car Club will have a selection of classic cars on hand.

    Sidewalk Sale 11am-6pm

    Car Display 12pm-4pm

    Deas Guyz Concert 1-4pm

    Children’s Activities 1-4pm

    For additional information about this event please contact The Sea Pines Resort Recreation Department at (843) 842-1979.

    Charter Fishing

    Daily; Call for reservations

    Harbour Town Yacht Basin offers the most experienced fishing captains on Hilton Head Island operating private fishing charters all year long. Just 10 minutes from the Atlantic Ocean, its fleet, including the Izzy A, Echo, Integrity and Payback will guide you to the most fertile fishing grounds. Harbour Town Yacht Basin offers trips ranging from three-hour inshore excursions to overnight trips to the Gulf Stream, 70 miles offshore. All items are provided, and catch will be cleaned at the docks. Reservations are required; contact Harbour Town Yacht Basin at (843) 363-8335.

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  • New Weekend ICW Patrols, Myrtle Beach, SC
    July 25, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy Leave a Comment

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    A word to the wise! Let’s hope that these new patrol officers are boaters and understand the difference between slow and no-wake.

    The Intracoastal Waterway sees a lot of traffic during the summer, especially on Saturdays and Sundays. So, HCPD is devoting special attention to the weekends with a new a county river patrol.

    Two boats with two river patrol officers will be out every weekend for the rest of the summer.

    Horry County Police start new weekend river patrol from News 13, Myrtle Beach

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  • Clear Curtain / Isinglass Replacement and Repairs, City Boatyard, Wando River, Charleston, SC
    July 22, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy Leave a Comment

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    Welcome to The City Marina The City Marina Wins Jack Nichol Award for Design See our feature on The Visitors Network Located on mile marker 469.5 of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, the Charleston City Marina features 19,000 feet of linear dock space covering 40 acres of water. The marina was named 2005 National Marina of the Year (Marina Dock Age Magazine), and offers state-of-the-art amenities and facilities to promise an enjoyable stay. The City Marina's MegaDock extends 1,530 feet and is the longest free standing floating fuel dock in the Southeast. These features, and Historic Downtown Charleston location, make The City Marina one of the east coast's most popular marinas.

    The Charleston City Boatyard, a subsidiary of Charleston City Marina, A CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, is found on the northern reaches of the Wando River north of red marker #40.

    Are your boat’s clear curtains showing some wear and tear?
    Let City Boatyard’s Canvas Shop replace or repair your clear curtains.

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    Canvas Shop at City Boatyard

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    Clear Curtain / Isinglass Replacement and Repairs

    Let The City Boatyard’s Canvas Shop team measure, design, manufacture and install your next clear curtain project. We’ll handcraft your custom enclosures right here in Charleston using only the finest vinyl and acrylic for durability. We can also fix damage to your current curtains. Pick-up and installation are always free at Charleston area marinas!

    Contact The City Boatyard’s Canvas Shop at (843) 884-3000 or canvas@thecityboatyard.com for a quote today.

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    Meet the Canvas Shop Team

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  • Information Sought on May River Anchorage, Bluffton, SC, off AICW Statute Mile 560
    July 11, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy 2 Comments

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    This non-ICW anchorage and unlisted in Cruisers’ Net’s Anchorage Directories has been mentioned here in the past, see https://cruisersnet.net/34459. Gearry and Stacey are hoping you might have recent experience to share re anchoring there.

    We’re considering stopping at Bluffton on our way back to Savannah from Beaufort in a couple of weeks. Any updates/additional information on this anchorage? I’m assuming the public dinghy dock mentioned is the Calhoun Street Dock. Planning to give it a try.
    Gearry and Stacey

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  • LNM: Charleston Area Maritime Security Committee Recognized as Nation’s Best
    July 9, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy Leave a Comment


    Charleston Area Maritime Security Committee recognized as Nation’s best

    CHARLESTON, S.C. — The Charleston Area Maritime Security Committee (AMSC) was recognized Monday as AMSC of the Year at in Charleston.
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    After the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, the president signed into effect the Maritime Transportation Security Act, which required the establishment of AMSCs. The 43 AMSCs throughout the U.S. strive to enhance communication between port stake-holders within federal, state and local agencies to foster a culture of security, both traditional and cyber, within the port environment.

    The Charleston AMSC serves as the foundation of security within the Port of Charleston. Due to collective planning, highly effective communication, working relationships and unity of effort, the Charleston AMSC has been selected as the AMSC of the year. The Charleston AMSC is receiving this recognition due to their cutting-edge collaborative approach to cybersecurity in the intermodal environment and their participation in numerous multi-agency operations that dramatically improved security within the Port of Charleston.

    “When you consider our committee competed against ports like New York and Los Angeles, being selected as the preeminent AMSC in the Nation is a direct reflection of the commitment our partners have to ensure the Port of Charleston remains safe and secure,” said Capt. John Reed, Commanding Officer of Coast Guard Sector Charleston. “I am amazed daily at our partner’s commitment to protecting our homeland and their unwavering willingness to collaborate on all levels to ensure absolute success.”

  • LNM: Fireworks Safety Zones, SC Coast
    June 25, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy Leave a Comment

    If you plan to view a fireworks display afloat, please see REMINDER for warnings concerning spectator navigation during night-time programs. Our thanks to Officer Miller, Charleston Sector, for this notice.


                    Murrells Inlet, South Carolina.  All waters within a 500 yard radius around Veterans Pier,
                    where the fireworks will be launched, located in Murrells Inlet, SC at approximate
                    position 33°33’23″N, 79°01’48″W.  This safety zone will be enforced from 8:45 p.m.
                    until 10:15 p.m. on July 4, 2018.

                    North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. All waters within a 500 yard radius around Cherry
                    Grove Pier, where the fireworks will be launched, located on the Atlantic Ocean at approximate
                    position 33°49’38″N, 78°37’54″W. This safety zone will be enforced from 9:15 p.m. until
                    10:15 p.m. on July 4, 2018.

                    Charleston, South Carolina. All waters within a 500 yard radius around the barge from
                    which the fireworks will be launched, located on the Cooper River, near the USS Yorktown
                    at approximate position 32°47’33″N, 79°54’35″W. This safety zone will be enforced from
                    8:15 p.m. until 9:45 p.m. on July 4, 2018.

                    North Charleston, SC. All waters within a 500 yard radius around the barge from which the fireworks
                    will be launched, located on the Cooper River, at River Front Park in approximate position 32°51’57″N,                          79°57’35″W.
                    This safety zone will be  enforced from 9:45p.m. until 11:15 p.m. on July 4, 2018.

    No one shall enter, transit through, anchor in, or remain within the safety zone unless specifically authorized by the Captain of the Port or his designated representative.

  • LNM: Shoaling Survey, Sampit River, Georgetown, SC, AICW Statute Mile 403
    June 14, 2018 by: Larry Dorminy 1 Comment

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    Georgetown, A CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, is a must stop of Waterway cruisers and caution is called for when entering the harbor channel off Sampit Point.

    SOUTH CAROLINA – WINYAH BAY – SAMPIT POINT: Shoaling
    The U.S. Coast Guard received a report of extreme shoaling and a possible hazard to navigation in the entrance to the Steel Mill Channel. See below for the USACOE survey of the area. Chart 11532 LNM 24/18

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239 461-0775 Legacy Harbour Marina entrance is located on the Okeechobee Waterway East of Marker #49 on the Caloosahatchee River. The Marina is situated two blocks from historic downtown Fort Myers and three blocks from the historic Edison-Ford Winter Estates. The Marina's 131-Slips range in size from 40 feet to 80 feet and can accommodate Transient Boats of 100 feet plus. The large Fairways make our slips easily accessible. Our slips are surrounded by one of the largest 'floating breakwaters' on the Gulf of Mexico. The floating docks are state-of-the-art. Legacy Harbour Marina is a full-featured facility with all the modern conveniences of home including pump-out station, heated pool, fitness center, full electric metered at the slip, cable TV, laundry, air-conditioned showers and wireless Internet connections available. The Boaters' Lounge is available for relaxing after a cruise or for private parties. The view from the lounge is spectacular! Our grounds are beautifully manicured and provide great strolling along the river with benches, Chickee Hut, and excellent access to all of historic Fort Myers. Please take a few moments to browse our website and see for yourself what our beautiful boating facility can offer you the next time you are cruising in Southwest Florida.
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239 461-0775 Legacy Harbour Marina entrance is located on the Okeechobee Waterway East of Marker #49 on the Caloosahatchee River. The Marina is situated two blocks from historic downtown Fort Myers and three blocks from the historic Edison-Ford Winter Estates. The Marina's 131-Slips range in size from 40 feet to 80 feet and can accommodate Transient Boats of 100 feet plus. The large Fairways make our slips easily accessible. Our slips are surrounded by one of the largest 'floating breakwaters' on the Gulf of Mexico. The floating docks are state-of-the-art. Legacy Harbour Marina is a full-featured facility with all the modern conveniences of home including pump-out station, heated pool, fitness center, full electric metered at the slip, cable TV, laundry, air-conditioned showers and wireless Internet connections available. The Boaters' Lounge is available for relaxing after a cruise or for private parties. The view from the lounge is spectacular! Our grounds are beautifully manicured and provide great strolling along the river with benches, Chickee Hut, and excellent access to all of historic Fort Myers. Please take a few moments to browse our website and see for yourself what our beautiful boating facility can offer you the next time you are cruising in Southwest Florida.
239 461-0775 Legacy Harbour Marina entrance is located on the Okeechobee Waterway East of Marker #49 on the Caloosahatchee River. The Marina is situated two blocks from historic downtown Fort Myers and three blocks from the historic Edison-Ford Winter Estates. The Marina's 131-Slips range in size from 40 feet to 80 feet and can accommodate Transient Boats of 100 feet plus. The large Fairways make our slips easily accessible. Our slips are surrounded by one of the largest 'floating breakwaters' on the Gulf of Mexico. The floating docks are state-of-the-art. Legacy Harbour Marina is a full-featured facility with all the modern conveniences of home including pump-out station, heated pool, fitness center, full electric metered at the slip, cable TV, laundry, air-conditioned showers and wireless Internet connections available. The Boaters' Lounge is available for relaxing after a cruise or for private parties. The view from the lounge is spectacular! Our grounds are beautifully manicured and provide great strolling along the river with benches, Chickee Hut, and excellent access to all of historic Fort Myers. Please take a few moments to browse our website and see for yourself what our beautiful boating facility can offer you the next time you are cruising in Southwest Florida.
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