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    • Nov 2, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 29.722,-81.24579999

      Healy Report: Fernandina to Problem Stretch Matanzas Inlet/AICW Intersection, FL AICW Statute Miles 716-792


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      Experienced cruisers, Jim and Peg Healy, continue to generously share their observations and advice as they make their way south for the winter. Here’s another good distance day and a good depths day. Also another report of a Problem Stretch that isn’t a problem this year! Thank you Jim and Peg! .

      Came through Fernandina Beach at low tide. The nasty curve south of the paper mill into the South Amelia River is clearly marked with floating laterals. It’s the same path that was good last spring, and it carries 8′ this fall. Just follow the markers.

      Came through the Matanzas Inlet [intersection with ICW], next day, also at low tide. There are lateral markers there, and they are correct. A couple have been moved somewhat towards the shoreline from the spring. I followed the visual center between the markers and the shoreline. The route is exciting because visually, you are very close to the shoreline. Follow the curve of the shoreline; do not cut from marker to marker. Saw no less then 7.5′ on that route. South of the inlet, where the Matanzas River straightens out, the markers are farther apart and the water is just a bit more shallow. Saw 7′ at MLLW in that short area.
      Jim

      Peg and Jim Healy aboard Sanctuary, currently at Charlotte Harbor, Punta Gorda, FL
      Monk 36 Hull #132
      MMSI #367042570
      AGLCA #3767
      MTOA #3436

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    • Oct 29, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      The Turkeys are Coming! 1-4 PM, Nov 22, Municipal Marina, St. Augustine, FL, AICW Statute Mile 778

      Welcome to Camachee Cove Yacht Harbor! Located in America’s oldest city- St. Augustine, Florida- Camachee Cove is a fully protected marina adjacent to the ICW, and less than a mile from the St. Augus

      Please join these fine folks and many of your fellow cruisers in celebrating a day of giving thanks in St. Augustine, home to two CRUISERS’ NET SPONSORS: Camachee Cove Yacht Harbor and Port of Call. Municipal Marina is just south of the Bridge of Lions a few steps from downtown.

      The turkeys are coming! The turkeys are coming!

       


      6th Annual Thanksgiving Potluck
      Lisa Wilson Tarlecky

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    • Oct 4, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      FWC Interactive Daily Sampling Map for Red Tide

      The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission Interactive link is at the bottom of this posting.


      FWC will provide interactive Daily Sampling Map for red tide

      The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will provide an enhanced, interactive map updated daily of water samples to inform the public on the status of naturally-occurring red tide throughout the state.

      The online Daily Sampling Map will be offered in addition to FWC’s current Wednesday and Friday updates on the status of Florida’s red tide blooms. This will provide the public with more immediate and accurate red tide data, as researchers process the many water samples from across the state.

      “We are pushing out all we can, when we can, in the spirit of providing the most timely and beneficial information to the public and partners,” said FWC Executive Director Eric Sutton. “We will continually expand efforts to assist during this difficult event.”

      The FWC works with a large network of partners, including private organizations, local governments and citizen volunteers, to continue research and sampling efforts and has conducted meetings and phone calls to develop a course of action for affected areas. This strong collaboration is critical to response efforts in coastal communities throughout the state.

      Additional information is at MyFWC.com/RedTide.

      Click Here for Red Tide Map of Florida Gulf and Atlantic Coasts

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    • Oct 4, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      October Newsletter from Marineland Marina, Marineland, FL, AICW Statute Mile 796

      Marineland is home to Marineland Marina, A CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, with many recent facility upgrades and consistently good words from cruisers.

      Click Here for What’s new at the Town of Marineland Marina?

       

      Click Here To View the Eastern Florida Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Marineland Marina

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

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    • Oct 2, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      5th Annual First Coast Nautical Flea Market, November 3-4, St. Augustine, FL

      Annual First Coast Nautical Flea Market

      HOSTED BY SAILORS EXCHANGE, INC

      FREE TO THE PUBLIC

      DATES: NOVEMBER 3 & 4, 2018

      TIMES: SATURDAY 8 AM – 4PM SUNDAY 9AM – 3PM

      LOCATION: 7 ½ SAN BARTOLA DRIVE, ST AUGUSTINE, FL 32086   

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      SUBMITTED BY:

      LINDA ALLEN

      SAILORS EXCHANGE, INC

      222 West King St

      St Augustine, FL 32084

      904-827-9135

      EMAIL: sailorsexchange.inc@gmail.com

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    • Sep 23, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy 2 Comments

      A Boater Grieves the Loss of Anchorages

      Sadly, as Steve Ramsay bewails, what seemed unthinkable ten years ago is now a reality, not only in Florida, but along much of the east coast: free, public anchorages are becoming pay-for-use municipal mooring fields. (Enter “mooring” in the Search window above for a perspective on the battle that was waged against mooring fields in Florida several years back.) While welcomed by some who see the moorings as an alternative to ever rising dockage fees, those of us who boat on a budget and find the moorings restrictive, along with the prohibitive cost of boating in general, are in agreement with Steve, to the point that we can no longer afford to spend much, if any, time cruising. Steve is replying to A Disturbing Message about Anchoring.

      Like so much of our culture today, it is a case of the “HAVEs” versus the “HAVE NOTs.” We hear you Steve!

      I moved here from New England and as a boater since age 2, I am very disappointed with the availability of moorings here (Tampa area). Boating is such a healthy outdoor activity for the whole family. Go to New England, you will see boats on moorings as far as the eye can see, and they only have a 4 month season. I had planned on buying a 24 ft. sloop, but I am afraid I will have to abandon the idea altogether. Personally, at $400 per month for a mooring, I am forced to leave my favorite past time to a high end class of people who will continue to enjoy sailing as much as I did. I have been priced out. It seems like boating here is discouraged rather that encouraged and fully advocated for.

      Comments from Cruisers (2)

      1. edd Jennings -  July 31, 2019 - 9:37 am

        It seams to me that the big marinas are really controlling the cost of docking more so than ever, in St. Petersburg the safe harbor group will get control of the city docks soon, that means they have a monopoly controlling all the docks and moorings in St. Petersburg.
        As for anchoring I don’t have any problems with this except that Most anchorage’s have bad boat that are in kept and in danger of abandonment also there is a problem with pumping out this is a federal regulation that is always over looked
        Anchorage for transit moorings and dingy docks is a good idea for everyone at a minimum price if not totally free.

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      2. Jerry -  September 28, 2018 - 12:36 pm

        You are absolutely correct,Steve. I traveled in a trawler from North Carolina to Louisiana for many years and enjoyed the many towns and anchorages along the way. Not nearly as many anchorages as there used to be. And many more restrictions on the ones that are left. Florida, especially , seems to discourage boating. Especially transient boating. I got tired of the hassle and high cost of marinas, moorings, and dockage and got out of boating. It’s not affordable for the average pocketbook anymore. It’s just one more thing that belongs to the people with a lot of money. The middle class will soon be no more.
        My opinion,
        Jerry

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    • Sep 14, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy 2 Comments 26.6708,-80.04469999

      Report from South Boulevard Bridge, AICW Statute Mile 1024.7, Palm Beach, FL


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      Our thanks to Rebecca Maxwell for this report and anchorage recommendation. The Bingham Islands mentioned as a possible anchorage are on the eastside of the ICW immediately south of the bridge. Flagler Memorial. Royal Park and Southern Blvd bridges were under schedule deviations earlier this year. See Directory Listing below for background information.

      Bridge is under construction. Clearance is 65’ at lo tide and variance can be 3+’. Bridge openings are on :15 and :45. Our 63’ mast kept us on the southside awaiting low tide. We anchored overnight in 7’ just north of a small cut off Bingham Island. We were far enough out of the waterway for traffic and the holding was good. If you get caught on the southside of this bridge waiting for the next opening, this is a welcome anchorage.
      Rebecca Maxwell

      Click Here To View the Eastern Florida Cruisers’ Net Bridge Directory Listing For Southern Blvd Bridge

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window Zoomed To the Location of Southern Blvd Bridge

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      1. glenn -  September 18, 2018 - 6:43 am

        The temporary bridge will have a vertical clearance of 14 feet in the closed position and 65 feet in the open position with a 125-foot wide navigable channel. The bridge will maintain an opening schedule of twice per hour at 15 minutes and 45 minutes past the hour. There may be half-channel closures during construction.

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      2. glenn -  September 17, 2018 - 8:55 pm

        Subject line should read “Southern Blvd Bridge” And this is a temporary lift bridge, with two vertical clearance distances — one in the down position and one in the up position. See photo in website link below

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    • Aug 30, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Monroe Harbour Marina Recommended as a Hurricane Hole, St. Johns River, Sanford, FL

      It’s a fascinating cruise of some 140 nautical miles from the St. Johns River’s inlet at Mayport, to the city of Sanford on Lake Monroe. And here, cruisers will discover Monroe Harbour Marina, a long-time, cruiser friendly spot!

      The safest place I can think of is almost anywhere on the St. Johns river. Monroe Harbour marina is one that I like. It is located in Sanford, which is about 20 miles from Orlando.
      Dick
      M/V “Ladyhawke”

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Eastern Florida Marina Directory Listing For Monroe Harbour Marina

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Monroe Harbour Marina

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    • Aug 13, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      FWC: Derelict Vessel Removal Grants Available in Florida


      DERELICT VESSEL REMOVAL GRANT 2018-2019 OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT

      The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is announcing the first opportunity to apply for Derelict Vessel Removal Grants for the 2018/2019 budget year.  The application period for the Bulk Derelict Vessel Removal Grant Program will begin on September 3, 2018, at 8:00 AM (EST), and end on October 17, 2018, at 5:00 PM (EST). Applications received after October 17, 2018, will not be eligible for consideration in round one. All removal applications must be complete and authorized for removal in the Statewide Derelict Vessel Database as well as demonstrate proof that due process was provided for each vessel’s owner. At a minimum, this would include an opportunity for the vessel owner to challenge the derelict vessel determination, either in criminal court or in an administrative hearing. Vessel cases not demonstrating that these opportunities have been offered to the owners of the vessels will not be considered for state funding assistance. A Letter of Authorization to remove and dispose of the vessel, issued by a law enforcement agency must be included in the application. Should funding be available for a second or subsequent round of applications, new announcements will be made.  The grant guidelines and application form may be downloaded at: http://www.MyFWC.com/DVGrant.  

      You may also receive the guidelines and application by contacting Phil Horning at (850) 617-9540 or email DVGrant@MyFWC.com. 

      Applications that meet the requirements for the Rapid Removal Grant Program may be submitted at any time after the opportunity announcement start date, but no later than November 23,2019, at 5:00pm (EST) (based on available funding). Rapid removal cases must meet requirements of published guidelines as well as due process requirements.  Total funding allocated for derelict vessel removal for fiscal year 2018-2019 was $1,000,000. Applications may be mailed to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Boating and Waterways Section, Derelict Vessel Grant Program Administrator, at 620 S. Meridian Street – Room 235, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1600 or emailed to DVGrant@MyFWC.com.

      For further information, please contact:

      Phil Horning, Derelict Vessel Program Administrator, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Division of Law Enforcement, Boating and Waterways Section, (850) 617-9540 or email Phil.Horning@MyFWC.com

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    • Aug 13, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 27.1663,-80.18079999

      MIATC Membership Renewal Now Open, Stuart, FL


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      Fort Pierce City Marina 1 Avenue A, Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 (772) 464-1245 Facsimile (772) 464-2589

      At the intersection of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and the Okeechobee Waterway, Martin County, A CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, is a hub of boating activity and of events of interest to boaters.

       
      Don’t Forget To Renew Your Membership!
       
       
       
      MIATC Membership Renewal is now open!
       
      Please go to “Renew Now”
      to renew your membership!
       
      MIATC | PO Box 1639, Stuart, FL 34997

       

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Intersection of AICW/Okeechobee Waterway

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    • Jul 18, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy 2 Comments 28.3339,-80.6619999

      Banana River Marina Under New Ownership, near Cocoa Beach, FL off AICW Statute Mile 894


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      Banana River Marina, off the Waterway via Canaveral Barge Canal, flanks the Banana River’s western banks near unlighted daybeacon #24 . Our thanks to Cap’n Parky for this news.

      You might like to advise boaters:
      Banana River Marina (just south of Cape Canaveral) has been acquired by one of these Developer / Building Contractor outfits. The new owner intends building houses and possibly also sell such buyers a boat slip. Thus we lose one of the lowest priced marinas on the ICW – $7.50 per ft per month. All boats (above 100) have been told to leave by the end of July.
      Mind you the Banana River has problems for many boats.

      The three bridges on the river have only 43 ft clearance – much too low for many sailing boats.
      The river is full of unmarked shallows – less than 4ft. Any boat with a higher draft – or have their propellers below the keel – should go very slow with maximum caution . The channel markers also are very poor and depth of the channel is at best around 5 to 6ft. Bluewater ocean sailors with 6ft or more keels should not even try it.

      I’m one of those leaving soon – bound for Savannah. Evading – I hope – hurricanes 😊

      Best wishes,
      Arnold Parkinson

      Click Here To View the Eastern Florida Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Banana River Marina

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Banana River Marina

      Comments from Cruisers (2)

      1. Huggy Teddy the Bear -  August 16, 2018 - 10:12 am

        BANNANA RIVER MARINA HAS CLOSED AUGUST 1 2018 ! TODAY AUGUST 15 , THERE A RE APPROXAMATLY 30 TO 40 BOATS THAT HAVE NOT LEFT THE CLOSED MARINA ! MOST BOAT CAPTAINS HAVE RECIEVED PAPERS REQUESTING THEY LEAVE AND NOT RETURN DUE TO HOUSES BEING BUILT ! IT YOU HAVE EMERGENCY THEY MAY LET YOU IN !
        Huggy Teddy the Bear

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      2. Bob McLeran -  July 20, 2018 - 4:29 pm

        It will be interesting to see how many boats the new owners of the marina will end up with (as in abandoned) and have to pay to have removed at great expense. I’d guess that more than 75% of the boats in that marina haven’t moved in the 16 years I’ve been familiar with the marina (and former boat yard).

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    • Jul 14, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy 5 Comments

      “Upper” or “Lower” St. Johns River Discussion

      This week a reader, Jim Tracey, brought up an interesting topic of discussion: is the upstream portion of the St. Johns River, which flows south to north, properly called Lower St. Johns, due to its southern location or Upper St. Johns, due to being upstream of the mouth in northern Florida?
      If you have cruised or are planning to cruise the St. Johns, and especially if you are a Floridian, we would invite you to weigh in on this “north versus south” topic. Keep it civil please!

      CLICK HERE FOR:
      Cruising the Upper St. Johns River – Palatka to Sanford (Lake Monroe) by Claiborne Young, February, 2013

      Comments from Cruisers (5)

      1. Tom Hale -  July 15, 2018 - 11:17 am

        The river does change in look and feel above (south of) Lake George. For us, that is how we draw the line, but truly such a distinction is probably not necessary.
        Tom Hale

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      2. Sean Welsh -  July 15, 2018 - 11:15 am

        The St. Johns is a single river with one set of mileposts. It does not have an “Upper” and a “Lower” the way, for example, the Mississippi does. So I don’t know why you need this terminology. Just say “south” and “north” (or “southern” and “northern”), or else say upriver and downriver. Confusion avoided. To say “upper” and “lower” is just going to breed confusion among an audience that has not agreed on that terminology in advance.
        Sean Welsh

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        • glenn -  July 19, 2018 - 5:55 pm

          Lower St Johns typically means that area north of the fixed bridge at Palatka which restricts most sailboats. Upper St Johns is the segment from Palatka south to the head of navigation just east of Sanford.

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          • Kearney Mason -  July 20, 2018 - 7:38 pm

            I believe upriver and down river should only be used. Less confusing. The Shands bridge at Green Cove Spring has 45′ clearance while the Memorial bridge at Palaka has 65′ clearance.

    • Jun 28, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy 2 Comments 26.1426,-80.1079999

      Question: Is Sunrise Bay in Fort Lauderdale a Viable Overnight Anchorage? AICW Statute Mile 1062


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      Recent news of new public floating dockage at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park opposite Sunrise Bay (see https://cruisersnet.net/173090) raises the question as to why this attractive water expanse is not a listed anchorage. If you have anchored in Sunrise Bay and can address the pros and cons, please let us hear from you.

      Comments from Cruisers (2)

      1. Bob Pusins -  July 13, 2018 - 1:03 pm

        Yes, you may anchor at Sunrise Bay but be aware of the impact of wakes from the ICW. You will experience less wake impact the further away you are anchored from the ICW.
        Other anchorages in the area are Lake Sylvia in Fort Lauderdale, Lake Santa Barbara in Pompano Beach and Boca Lake in Boca Raton. As locals, we have used them all.

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        • Jason MUDRY -  March 16, 2020 - 8:01 pm

          Would this be a viable location for a liveaboard or only for an over night?
          If not viable could you recommend somewhere nearby with free Anchorage?

          Thank you in advance for any help
          Jason

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    • Jun 27, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 26.1426,-80.1079999

      New Public Floating Boat Dock, Birch State Park, Fort Lauderdale, AICW Statute Mile 1062


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      Our thanks to Phillip Decker for this article on new public dockage in Fort Lauderdale.

      Hi, I ran across this story today about a new floating dock that has just been completed at Birch State Park, in Fort Lauderdale. Birch State Park has lots of room to walk your dog, take advantage of recreational activities, and even enjoy the ocean beach. The dock is directly across from Sunrise Bay, immediately north of the Sunrise Blvd. Bridge. Great anchorage, never crowded. The park has a $2 per person fee, but the office is at the other end of the park from the dock.
      Phillip Decker

      Hugh Taylor Birch State Park Opens Public Floating Boat Dock And Pavilion by Holly Gambrell in Fort Lauderdale Daily

      Hugh Taylor Birch State Park

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    • Jun 19, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      From the Log of M/Y OLOH by A.J. Hammer, April 28, 2018

      Captain A.J. Hammer has given Cruisers’ Net permission to share excerpts from his blog, Adventures of OLOH. In these logs you will find beautiful photographs of and comments on the sights and scenes along the waters plied by the M/Y OLOH.

      FROM: The Captain –
      Conditions_ Sun and clouds.
      Winds from the southeast 10-15 mph. Seas 2-3 feet.
      Distance traveled_ 56 nautical miles
      Time underway_ 7 hours 33 minutes

      Key Largo to Fort Lauderdale, April 28, 2018

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    • Jun 9, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 26.8317,-80.05499999

      Bahamas Jumping Off Spot, Old Port Cove and North Palm Beach Marinas, AICW Statute Mile 1014


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      Old Port Cove Marina, A CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, is located on the western shore of the northern Lake Worth channel, near unlighted daybeacon #7. North Palm Beach Marina is found on the southwestern banks of the Waterway south of the North Palm Beach/Parker Bridge.

       

      Click Here To View the Eastern Florida Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Old Port Cove Marina

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      Click Here To View the Eastern Florida Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For North Palm Beach Marina

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    • May 4, 2018by:   Larry Dorminy 3 Comments

      Source for CNG Needed in Palm Beach Area

      Jeff has been acting on an older Cruisers’ Net posting re compressed natural gas. If you can direct Jeff to a source for CNG , let us hear from you!

      Unfortunately, it seems this is a dead end. I have called the number above and getting no answer and a voicemail box that is full. I feel like I’m the only one that has CNG on my boat. No one seems to know where or how to get these refilled. If anyone has any updated information about this, please let me know.. Thanks Jeff Sawyer

      Comments from Cruisers (3)

      1. Steve Butkus -  May 11, 2018 - 2:01 pm

        For CNG in Norfolk contact Tom Rumly at Virginia Natural Gas 757-466-5444.
        Steve Butkus

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