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    • Oct 2, 2009by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Big Tom Creek Anchorage (Statute Mile 602.5)

      Big Tom Creek cuts the eastern banks of the AICW/Bear River, south of marker #105A.

      We are anchored on Big Tom Creek off the Bear River, just around the first turn to the northeast in 15 ft of water just past low tide. Plenty of swing room and nice views of Ossabaw Island. Aside from an occasional small powerboat, the only sounds are the birds and the dolphins in the creek.
      Jean Thomason (DOVEKIE)

      Click Here To View the Georgia Cruisers’ Net Anchorage Directory Listing For Big Tom Creek

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    • Oct 2, 2009by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Buckhead Creek – Cane Patch Creek (Upper Bear River) Anchorages (Statute Mile 608.5)

      On 9/22/09, as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:

      15. Has anyone anchored on the Buckhead Creek – Cane Patch Creek complex of streams, running east off the ICW at the southern foot of the Florida Passage (Statute Mile 608.5)? What did you discover?

      Responses follow:

      Anchored on Cane Patch Creek April 10, 2009 just north of a small patch of higher ground which effectively gave protection from south wind 10-15 mph. Anchored in 20 ft at low tide – had 100 ft of road out. Lots of swing room.
      Jean Thomason (DOVEKIE)

      Click Here To View the Georgia Cruisers’ Net Anchroage Directory Listing For Upper Bear River and Associated Streams and Anchorages

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    • Sep 27, 2009by:   Curtis Hoff No Comments

      Walburg Creek Anchorage (Staute Mile 619)

      Here’s another snippet from Captain Bobbie Blowers about a great Georgia anchorage. Just note that I recommend (in “Cruising Guide to Coastal South Carolina and Georgia) using Walberg Creek’s northern entrance only. In spite of an earlier posting here on the Net, I find the creek’s southern mouth too shallow and tricky for cruising size craft!

      Another of our favorite anchorages and….with a great “dog beach” as well – at least at mid to low tide! Go in about a mile for best water depth (Shallower=less rode) and enjoy the dinghy ride to the point by the ocean inlet. Beach reminds me of a movie set. Even those with the need for doggie duty should go experience it!
      Captain Bobbie Blowers

      Here’s another snippet from Captain Bobbie Blowers about a great Georgia anchorage. Just note that I recommend (in “Cruising Guide to Coastal South Carolina and Georgia) using Walberg Creek’s northern entrance only. In spite of an earlier posting here on the Net, I find the creek’s southern mouth too shallow and tricky for cruising size craft!

      Another of our favorite anchorages and….with a great “dog beach” as well – at least at mid to low tide! Go in about a mile for best water depth (Shallower=less rode) and enjoy the dinghy ride to the point by the ocean inlet. Beach reminds me of a movie set. Even those with the need for doggie duty should go experience it!
      Captain Bobbie Blowers

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    • Sep 27, 2009by:   Curtis Hoff No Comments

      Cruising Upriver to Savannah, GA

      On 6/9/08 I posed the following question as part of a “Georgia Wish List”:Downtown Savannah currently has 4 docks: The public dock, the Westin, the Hyatt, and there is a private dock in front of “Spankies” restaurant. Dockage at the public dock is generally first come, first serve, with little chance for reservations. City hall is just a couple of blocks away and those intending to spend the night are expected to walk there and pay for their dockage. None of the docks monitor a VHF radio. Contact the Hyatt or Westin by their local phone (Westin – 912-201-2228). You can usually work a deal to eat at their restaurants, in exchange for a couple hours of free dockage (Westin’s dockage was $4.00/foot a couple of years ago, I don’t know what it is now). The private dock is managed by the parking lot attendant directly above the dock. Ships are not a problem, tugs are. You can get slammed and they could care less.
      Name Withheld By Request

      Who has left the ICW and cruised upstream on the Savannah River to the downtown Savannah waterfront? What sort of dockage, if any, did you discover? The city of Savannah has set aside one floating dock for visiting cruisers, but it was rather sparse when I was last there. If you docked here, what services did you find? Was your vessel buffeted by the bow wave of a large freighter headed past?

      Resposes follow:

       

      The last 2 times we went to Savannah we overnighted on the waterfront (Savannah side, Hyatt I think). It was expensive, minimum is about $100.00 night, but was really a nice way to spend the evening and many of the local restaurants were really quite good. A short walk away, Planters was exceptional.
      David

      Yes, I’ve docked downtown, last month, one night and found it to be a great stop, it’s worth the detour off the ICW. I can’t remember the name of the dock, shame on me…, the dock master was extremely friendly and helpful. Current, traffic, security etc… was not an issue. There are 2 or 3 floating docks there, different management i think. we stayed at the one in the middle.
      Plenty of restaurants right across the street… being able to step off the boat and stroll the empty streets in the morning was real nice too…
      Pascal

      On 6/9/08 I posed the following question as part of a “Georgia Wish List”:Who has left the ICW and cruised upstream on the Savannah River to the downtown Savannah waterfront? What sort of dockage, if any, did you discover? The city of Savannah has set aside one floating dock for visiting cruisers, but it was rather sparse when I was last there. If you docked here, what services did you find? Was your vessel buffeted by the bow wave of a large freighter headed past?

      Resposes follow:


      Downtown Savannah currently has 4 docks: The public dock, the Westin, the Hyatt, and there is a private dock in front of “Spankies” restaurant.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Dockage at the public dock is generally first come, first serve, with little chance for reservations.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ City hall is just a couple of blocks away and those intending to spend the night are expected to walk there and pay for their dockage.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ None of the docks monitor a VHF radio.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Contact the Hyatt or Westin by their local phone (Westin – 912-201-2228).ÂÃ’šÃ‚ You can usually work a deal to eat at their restaurants, in exchange for a couple hours of free dockageÂÃ’šÃ‚ (Westin’s dockage was $4.00/foot a couple of years ago, I don’t know what it is now).ÂÃ’šÃ‚ The private dock is managed by the parking lot attendant directly above the dock.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Ships are not a problem, tugs are.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ You can get slammed and they could care less.ÂÃ’šÃ‚
      Name Withheld By Request

       

      The last 2 times we went to Savannah we overnighted on the waterfront (Savannah side, Hyatt I think).ÂÃ’šÃ‚ It was expensive, minimum is about $100.00 night, but was really a nice way to spend the evening and many of the local restaurants were really quite good.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ A short walk away, Planters was exceptional.
      David

      Yes, I’ve docked downtown, last month, one night and found it to be a great stop, it’s worth the detour off the ICW.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ ÂÃ’šÃ‚ I can’t remember the name of the dock, shame on me…,ÂÃ’šÃ‚ the dock master was extremely friendly and helpful.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Current, traffic, security etc… was not an issue. There are 2 or 3 floating docks there, different management i think. we stayed at the one in the middle.
      Plenty of restaurants right across the street… being able to step off the boat and stroll the empty streets in the morning was real nice too…
      Pascal

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    • Sep 27, 2009by:   Curtis Hoff 1 Comment

      Herb River Anchorage (Statute Mile 584.5)

      On 6/9/08, as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:I’ve only dropped hook a couple of times in the Herb and found it to be fine. Be sure to extol the nice little restaurant – Bonna Bella – that lies just a few miles up the Herb River. (Mid tide or better for anyone worried about draft. First come, first served dock available at the restaurant. Not a large menu, but some very tasty items and a full bar. Great outdoor and indoor dining with great views of the marsh and creeks.
      Name Withheld By Request

      Who has anchored lately on the waters of Herb River (Statute Mile 584.5). On what part of the river did you drop the hook? Did you find adequate swinging room and/or holding ground?

      Responses follow:

       

      On 6/9/08, as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:Who has anchored lately on the waters of Herb River (Statute Mile 584.5). On what part of the river did you drop the hook? Did you find adequate swinging room and/or holding ground?

      Responses follow:

       

      I’ve only dropped hook a couple of times in the Herb and found it to be fine.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Be sure to extol the nice little restaurant – Bonna Bella – that lies just a few miles up the Herb River.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ (Mid tide or better for anyone worried about draft.)ÂÃ’šÃ‚ First come, first served dock available at the restaurant.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Not a large menu, but some very tasty items and a full bar.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Great outdoor and indoor dining with great views of the marsh and creeks.
      Name Withheld By Request

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      1. Chris -  September 27, 2011 - 2:15 pm

        We anchored in the lower reaches — before any houses fronting the water. We still felt unwelcome. Passing local boats clearly didn’t like us there.

        It appears they all like to “gun it” just past the houses and we interfered with this.

        Given the Georgia tides, I would not want to encounter a wind shift at low tide on anchor.

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    • Sep 27, 2009by:   Curtis Hoff No Comments

      Isle of Hope Marina (Statute Mile 590)

      On 6/9/08. as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following quesiton:

      I know that many of you have spent a night or two (or longer) at wonderful Isle of Hope Marina (Statute Mile 590). Please describe your experiences. Did anyone eat ashore? Were you able to obtain complimentary transportation?

      Responses follow:

      Not stayed at IOH, but understand they provide complimentary transportation, cable TV, and access to the community pool
      Name Withheld By Request

      Great marina, very helpful staff. Fuel dock has both diesel and gas. No restaurants nearby, but there is loaner car available.
      Jim

      Isle of Hope was excellent stopover for us Northbound. Good service, clean restroom and shower, pricey fuel ($5.50 on June 7), a couple of loaners and good restaurants near by. Will visit them again when Southbound.
      David Jenkins
      GB 46-232
      At Last

      Isle of Hope Marina north bound: Lay over three stormy days. WiFi was not reaching my vessel at slip. They let me use one of their computers right in their business office. Â Also let us use their car to go to dinner in town. Very nice people
      Les Rothman, AUTUMN SAGA

      We spent two nights there. Very accommodating dock master, docks in good condition, with many recent repairs…new planks, etc. We ate aboard but the restaurant at the dock was busy both nights, a Wednesday and Thursday. Weather was cloudy with occasional rain and cool Easy bike ride to beaches which are wonderful. Was not offered the courtesy car…didn’t ask either.
      Malcolm Farrel

      On 6/9/08. as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following quesiton:I know that many of you have spent a night or two (or longer) at wonderful Isle of Hope Marina (Statute Mile 590). Please describe your experiences. Did anyone eat ashore? Were you able to obtain complimentary transportation?

      Responses follow:

       

      Not stayed at IOH, but understand they provide complimentary transportation, cable TV,ÂÃ’šÃ‚ and access to the community pool
      Name Withheld By Request

      Great marina, very helpful staff.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Fuel dock has both diesel and gas. No restaurants nearby, but there is loaner car available.
      Jim

      Isle of Hope was excellent stopover for us Northbound.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Good service, clean restroom and shower, pricey fuel ($5.50 on June 7), a couple of loaners and good restaurants near by.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Will visit them again when Southbound.
      David Jenkins
      GB 46-232
      At Last

      Isle of Hope Marina north bound:ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Lay over three stormy days.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ WiFi was not reaching my vessel at slip.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ They let me use one of their computers right in their business office.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Also let us use their car to go to dinner in town.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Very nice people
      Les Rothman, AUTUMN SAGA

      We spent two nights there.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Very accommodating dock master, docks in good condition, with many recent repairs…new planks, etc.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ We ate aboard but the restaurant at the dock was busy both nights, a Wednesday and Thursday.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Weather was cloudy with occasional rain andÂÃ’šÃ‚ cool.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Easy bike ride to beaches which are wonderful.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Was not offered the courtesy car…didn’t ask either.ÂÃ’šÃ‚
      Malcolm Farrel

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    • Sep 27, 2009by:   Curtis Hoff No Comments

      Kilkenny Marina (Statute Mile 614)

      On 6/9/08, as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:The Deliverance music is only in your head… if you suppress it, you will be fine. Docks are crappy, but hey, its supposed to be an adventure, right! I heard the new restaurant folded again. Not sure of current status
      Name Withheld By Request

      Who has visited Kilkenny Creek Marina lately (Statute Mile 614)? Did you hear the â€Ã’¦Ã¢â‚¬Å“Deliveranceâ€Ã’šÃ‚ music playing in the background, or did you have a good experience? Did you dine at the newly re-opened restaurant here?

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      Stayed at Kilkenny Creek Marina in fall. Very bad docks. Bugs. Dockmaster nice man. Restaurant was a find. Very good meal. Anchored in Kilkenny Creek in the spring just off ICW before marina. Good holding (mud) and swing room.
      Dick and Char Boehm

      Your question number sixteen about Kilkenny asked about the restaurant. The restaurant is closed. Apparently, the chef didn’t work out. Also, beware of the 15 feet vertical lift opening used to pull small craft onto trailers. There is no warning or gate and the unsuspecting might take a plunge into the river especially at night.
      We thought we heard some fiddle music in the background but couldn’t confirm. Overall a unique experience!
      Sam Vail
      40′ MV “Hedyperl”

      On 6/9/08, as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:Who has visited Kilkenny Creek Marina lately (Statute Mile 614)? Did you hear the â€Ã’¦Ã¢â‚¬Å“Deliveranceâ€Ã’šÃ‚ music playing in the background, or did you have a good experience? Did you dine at the newly re-opened restaurant here?

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      The Deliverance music is only in your head… if you suppress it, you will be fine.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Docks are crappy, but hey, its supposed to be an adventure, right!ÂÃ’šÃ‚ I heard the new restaurant folded again.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Not sure of current status
      Name Withheld By Request

      Stayed at Kilkenny Creek Marina in fall.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Very bad docks.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Bugs.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Dockmaster nice man. Restaurant was a find.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Very good meal. Anchored in Kilkenny Creek in the spring just off ICW before marina.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Good holding (mud) and swing room.
      Dick and Char Boehm

      Your question number sixteen about Kilkenny asked about the restaurant. The restaurant is closed. Apparently, the chef didn’t work out. Also, beware of the 15 feet vertical lift opening used to pull small craft onto trailers. There is no warning or gate and the unsuspecting might take a plunge into the river especially at night.
      We thought we heard some fiddle music in the background but couldn’t confirm.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Overall a unique experience!
      Sam Vail
      40′ MV “Hedyperl”

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    • Sep 27, 2009by:   Curtis Hoff 1 Comment

      Sunbury Crab Company Restaurant and Marina (Medway River, off Statute Mile 620)

      On 6/9/08. as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:Not been there by water, myself, but talked to those who have. No problem, if you follow the charted deep water. Fun restaurant. Band on the weekends. Pool and a couple of rooms for anyone wanting to get off their boat for a night. Nice family owned restaurant.
      Name Withheld By Request

      Who has left the ICW at its intersection with Medway River, and tracked their way upstream to delightful Sunbury Crab Company Restaurant and Marina? Please give us a description of both your passage upstream on the Medway, and what you found at Sunbury!

      Responses follow:

       

      On 6/9/08. as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:Who has left the ICW at its intersection with Medway River, and tracked their way upstream to delightful Sunbury Crab Company Restaurant and Marina? Please give us a description of both your passage upstream on the Medway, and what you found at Sunbury!

      Responses follow:

       

      Not been there by water, myself, but talked to those who have.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ No problem, if you follow the charted deep water.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Fun restaurant.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Band on the weekends.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Pool and a couple of rooms for anyone wanting to get off their boat for a night.ÂÃ’šÃ‚ Nice family owned restaurant.
      Name Withheld By Request

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      1. M & M Rhett -  September 27, 2011 - 2:33 pm

        We made the trip on 9/16/11. 8.4 miles off the ICW per my GPS. Not a bad trip. I just plotted a course using updated charts and the best water and do not remember any real shallow spots, we draw 3′. The marina is a little rough and we were not initially met, perhaps if we had called on the phone. Fuel $4.75 for gas, water, electricity, ice, wi fi are available. No showers but the owner (Elaine-very nice lady) allowed us to shower at her house right next door to the restaurant. The restaurant is a family place and very unique with great food. The clam chowder was excellent. Email r267890@pbtcomm.net and I can send you my GPS data in Garmin or .gpx format.
        Lady Soul II

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    • Sep 27, 2009by:   Curtis Hoff No Comments

      St. Simons Island, Georgia

      Here are three newsy postings about places to keep your vessel, plus things to see and do on St. Simons Island. This is one of our favorite places as well.

      Don’t miss Christ’s Church and the adjoining cemetery and the Lighthouse. A very good and reasonably priced restaurant that the locals use is The Frederica House. Assume you will be staying at the Golden Isles Marina which is a very friendly place and used to have a courtesy car which you will need.
      Ralph Small
      M/V AmmyBoo

      I do the US East coast 12-15 times per year and one of my favorite stops is at Golden Isle Marina in St. Simons. The dockmaster is Melissa and she is great. Fair fuel prices and good facilities. They will drive you to stores and restaurants and are very accommodating in all the services provided. The channel going in has been changed in the last year so make sure you are using a current chart. Very easy if you have the proper charts. Call ahead and either Melissa or one of her associates will give you very good instruction. Listen to what they say about which side to the dock since the current may be moving right along. Great floating face dock, no problem. Newspapers and Muffins every morning. (Yum). My favorite restaurant is Barbara Jeans on the island.
      If you need a last stop in FL the work should all be done at Fernandina City Marina just inside at St. Mary’s. Have a great meal right on thedock at Brett’s.
      Good Cruising,
      Captain Charles Richter

      There is a great fish store on St Simon where i replenish my shrimp and oyster supply. It is at the main intersection on the way to StSimon town.
      Barbara Jeans is a small chain but is famous for their crab cakes andshe crab soup. I can’t wait for April.
      We usually stop a rent a car from Enterprise in Brunswick nearby and explore the whole Sea Island area in the surroundings.
      Greg and Susan Han
      Allegria Krogen Whaleback #16

      Here are three newsy postings about places to keep your vessel, plus things to see and do on St. Simons Island. This is one of our favorite places as well.

      Don’t miss Christ’s Church and the adjoining cemetery and the Lighthouse. A very good and reasonably priced restaurant that the locals use is The Frederica House. Assume you will be staying at the Golden Isles Marina which is a very friendly place and used to have a courtesy car which you will need.
      Ralph Small
      M/V AmmyBoo

      I do the US East coast 12-15 times per year and one of my favorite stops is at Golden Isle Marina in St. Simons. The dockmaster is Melissa and she is great. Fair fuel prices and good facilities. They will drive you to stores and restaurants and are very accommodating in all the services provided. The channel going in has been changed in the last year so make sure you are using a current chart. Very easy if you have the proper charts. Call ahead and either Melissa or one of her associates will give you very good instruction. Listen to what they say about which side to the dock since the current may be moving right along. Great floating face dock, no problem. Newspapers and Muffins every morning. (Yum). My favorite restaurant is Barbara Jeans on the island.
      If you need a last stop in FL the work should all be done at Fernandina City Marina just inside at St. Mary’s. Have a great meal right on thedock at Brett’s.
      Good Cruising,
      Captain Charles Richter

      There is a great fish store on St Simon where i replenish my shrimp and oyster supply. It is at the main intersection on the way to StSimon town.
      Barbara Jeans is a small chain but is famous for their crab cakes andshe crab soup. I can’t wait for April.
      We usually stop a rent a car from Enterprise in Brunswick nearby and explore the whole Sea Island area in the surroundings.
      Greg and Susan Han
      Allegria Krogen Whaleback #16

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    • Sep 27, 2009by:   Curtis Hoff No Comments

      Cumberland Island, Georgia Recommendation

      I could not agree with Mike and Pat’s sentiments more. Do NOT miss a stop at Cumberland Island!!!!!

      Don’t miss Cumberland Island just across the GA border at mile 711. Jeff and Susie Parker on “Idyll Time” suggested it, and we stopped here yesterday. The anchoage just off shore is perfect, and the island is spectacular. There are trees and other vegetation that is breathtaking, a beach that is nearly deserted and stretches for miles, old homes to see, endless hiking trails, and so on. It’s beautiful. Thanks Jeff and Susie.
      Mike and Pat Sullivan
      Aboard Irish Ayes – Gulfstar 44
      Anchored off Cumberland Island

      We definately second the second recommendation. Cumberland Island is truly spectacular. The wild horses let us get quite close for good photos as did the armadillos. It would be a crime not to stop and go ashore to explore this gem of an island.
      Melanie and John Wood
      m/v Diamond Lil

      I could not agree with Mike and Pat’s sentiments more. Do NOT miss a stop at Cumberland Island!!!!!

      Don’t miss Cumberland Island just across the GA border at mile 711. Jeff and Susie Parker on “Idyll Time” suggested it, and we stopped here yesterday. The anchoage just off shore is perfect, and the island is spectacular. There are trees and other vegetation that is breathtaking, a beach that is nearly deserted and stretches for miles, old homes to see, endless hiking trails, and so on. It’s beautiful. Thanks Jeff and Susie.
      Mike and Pat Sullivan
      Aboard Irish Ayes – Gulfstar 44
      Anchored off Cumberland Island

      We definately second the second recommendation. Cumberland Island is truly spectacular. The wild horses let us get quite close for good photos as did the armadillos. It would be a crime not to stop and go ashore to explore this gem of an island.
      Melanie and John Wood
      m/v Diamond Lil

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    • Sep 26, 2009by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Darien River to Darien, GA (just north of the AICW’s Entrance Into Altamaha Sound)

      On 9/22/09, as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:

      Who has left the Waterway and tracked their way upstream on Darien River to the village of the same name? If you have done this, what sort of depths and channel markings did you encounter between the ICW and the Darien waterfront? Where did you dock at Darien? Please tell us something about the village and any good places to eat ashore.

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      Yo Claiborne!
      In response to your query about Darien, I can supply to following. I/we have visited there about 4 times as we have good friends depths are quite good. There is a sharp turn at the junction of Rockedundy Creek but that is well marked also. There are several good anchorages along the way with good holding, but the current is pretty swift at times and sometimes things in the river (including alligators) can go “bump in the night”. Depending on the current, transient time is a round an hour to Darien.
      The docks are municipal/county and the rate is $.75/foot with electric (30A). The docks are parallel to the current, which helps as they are unattended. You pay at the small building above the docks. There is probably enough room for 5-6 average sized cruising boats. I’m told that the docks may be expanded in the future. While small, the town is charming and in the process of major renewal. There are several new restaurants, gourmet store and wine shop, hardware store, post office, convenience store, etc. I have personally eaten at Skippers Fish
      Camp several times and found it very good every time. There is also a great spot for breakfast on the main drag. The town is a great walking one with a historical fort less than a mile away. There is a good sized shrimp boat presence with fresh seafood available. I heartily recommend the stop.
      While not having stayed there, I’ve visited two Mile Fish Camp several times and found it to be a well-run marina. The Federal Law Enforcement Training Center folks use it as a base, so often there are interesting things going on. I can heartily recommend Mudcat Charlies also. everything is good.
      I’m copying my buddy Ron on this, so he may be able to flesh this out as he lives here. Might even act as a port captain (ala MTOA).
      Donovan Vezin
      MV/EOS, Endeavour Trawlercat 44

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    • Sep 26, 2009by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Moon River (Statute Mile 595)

      On 9/22/09, as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:

      Have any of you brave cruisers out there tried to anchor on Moon River lately (near Statute Mile 595)? I took this body of water off my list of recommended anchorages several years ago, as we had difficulty in finding an adequate entrance channel. Did you have the same or a dissimilar experience?

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      Hi Claiborne,
      Thanks for all you do. I don’t usually chime in on these things, but your mention of Moon River struck a chord. I’ve been traveling up and down the ICW, alone with my dog, for a couple of years now. And anchoring in remote areas is always an adventure. On the way north this past Spring, I was heading for Thunderbolt and ran into some really nasty weather that slowed my progress. Also, ‘Hell Gate’, not my beloved ‘Hell Gate’ on the East River in Manhattan, but that nasty muddy ditch that I had to plow through with my 5’8″ draft on the way south, was being dredged (Finally!!) and I had to slow down and wait for clearance from the dredge. It was getting dark and I decided, against the advice of all the cruising guides, to pull in to ‘Moon River’ for the evening. Here’s my log:

      1500 – Entered Hell Gate, a dredge, ‘˜Richmond’ was working told me to go ahead and pass through, wasn’t much help, the regular buoys weren’t there.

      1800 – Realized I wasn’t going to make it to Isle of Hope so I cancelled the reservation. Found a spot called ‘˜Moon River’, the same Johnny Mercer and Andy Williams ‘˜Moon River’, that showed as an anchorage on the chart but not recommended by any of the guides. Took a chance and entered, anchored in about 9′, let out 90′ feet of chain and felt very secure. Lots of bad weather predicted for tonight. Now I’m going to find a place for my buddy (Salty Dawg) to go to the bathroom. He hasn’t gone in 2 days. T’storms passed and it’s a pretty nice evening.

      1830 – Lowered the dink and pulled into a private boat club, no one was around until I pulled in and then all the neighbors decided it was a good time to take a walk, or a bike ride or a jog. Well Salty went, and went and went. One of the residents, who was very friendly, happened to mention that there was a 7′ rise and fall of the tide. That made me very nervous, but at least if I’m aground I can’t drag. Back to the boat, going to cook the crabs tonight. Salty’s very mellow.

      Monday, May 18, 2009 ‘“ Moon River

      0200 – Awakened by the weather, cold and very windy. Checked the holding, excellent. Winds NE 20-25. NOAA radio is calling for three or four days of gale conditions. Worried about not being able to get out of here before the full gale arrives.

      0600 – Got up and was going to take Salty for his walk but, conditions had deteriorated and I had all I could do just to get the dinghy back up top. Now the challenge was getting the anchor up. First the snubber then maneuvering the boat for the hoist which went very well, minimal amount of mud and got out of Moon River with a lowest reading of 8’.

      1030 ‘“ Pulled into Thunderbolt Marina, Anthony the assistant dockmaster is from Pelham, friend of Tom Lyons son Chip. Going to stay at least two days depending on the storm. Slip $1.80/ft. Very accommodating place.

      I’ll be leaving on Tuesday the 29th and heading for Annapolis for the boat show and then it’s Morehead City to visit my mother and then to Florida with many stops along the way. I’ll try to contribute to your ‘Wish List’.
      Regards,
      Joe Nekola
      MV Sea Pearl
      53′ DeFever RPH
      Lying New Rochelle, NY

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    • Sep 25, 2009by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Wahoo River Anchorage (Statute Mile 630)

      On 9/22/09, as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:

      19. Who’s left the Waterway and anchored on the beautiful waters of Wahoo River (off South Newport River, near Statute Mile 630)? Did you anchor just east of Wahoo Island, as I recommend in my South Carolina ‘“ Georgia cruising guide? Please tell us what you found here!

      Responses follow:

      We anchored in the Wahoo River in June 2009. Great spot to anchor just south of Wahoo Island in about 18 feet of water with some wind protection from the north; no wind protection from any other direction. We did not anchor to the east of Wahoo Island; no particular reason other than getting the island to the north of us for wind protection from that quadrant rather than hanging out further east/southeast with no wind protection from any direction.
      Bob McLeran and Judy Young
      MV Sanderling

      Click Here To View the Georgia Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For The Wahoo River Anchorage

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    • Sep 25, 2009by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Vernon River Anchorages (near Statute Mile 597)

      On 9/22/09, as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:

      10. Has anyone abandoned the ICW as it enters the Vernon River (near Statute Mile 597), and cruised upstream to anchor off charted Beaulieu or Montgomery?

      Responses follow:

      This is a great place to anchor! There is a deep channel on the east side of the river, and a broad area to anchor in 8 feet on the west just downstream from charted Beaulieu; after checking the area we preferred anchoring there rather than in the deeper water from Beaulieu to Montgomery. There are several shrimp boats which seem to be permanently anchored in the area, and we anchored upstream from the two shrimpers. It is a great alternative to the marinas from Isle of Hope to Thunderbolt.
      Bob McLeran and Judy Young
      MV Sanderling

      Click Here To View the Georgia Cruisers’ Net Anchorage Directory Listing For the Vernon River Anchroages

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    • Sep 25, 2009by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Urmbrella Cut Alternate AICW Passage (near Statute Mile 686, northern end)

      On 9/22/09, as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:

      34. If anyone has run the alternate `Umbrella Cut’ ICW passage, thereby avoiding the often rough waters of St. Andrew Sound, PLEASE share your experiences, and particularly the depths you encountered, with the cruising community. My impression of this passage is that, while very useful in avoiding the Sound’s waters, depths are deteriorating.

      Responses follow:

      We have used this half a dozen times in the last 8 years and have never had a problem. The last time was in 2007, so we have no current information. We have always used it on at least a mid tide and have always had plenty of water, even for a deeper draft (our draft is 3′). It is important to remember to stay toward the outside of the curves when there are no markers
      Ralph Small
      M/V AmmyBoo, Endeavour TrawlerCat 44

      Subject: Umbrella Cut in GA
      Cruising News: We keep our trawler at Jekyll Harbor Marina and often find the \\\”back route\\\” thru Umbrella Cut to be more comfortable than going outside around the sea bouy via the ICW. The route is easy to follow especially if you are using electronic charting, but, a word to the wise, only at mid tide rising to full tide. If you draw 4 ft or more there are a couple of places that will greatly increase your pucker factor. Just go slow and understand the bottom is soft mud so if you do touch it is usually easy to back off. It is very protected and a welcome alternative to the Atlantic if the wind kicks up. The seas can be confused and fairly rough if the wind is against the tide at the sea buoy. Also note, the shoal marked by the sea buoy has progressed seaward so it is best to give it a wider berth that the chart indicates.
      Randy Tyson
      Second Star

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    • Sep 24, 2009by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Docking In Downtown Savannah, GA (Savannah River)

      On 9/23/09, as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:

      1. Who has left the ICW and cruised upstream on the Savannah River to the downtown Savannah waterfront? What sort of dockage, if any, did you discover? The city of Savannah has set aside one floating dock for visiting cruisers, but it was rather sparse when I was last there. If you docked here, what services did you find? Was your vessel buffeted by the bow wave of a large freighter headed past?

      Responses follow:

      I did stay in Savannath last spring.It was at a dockage for a parking lot, south of a Hotel, which was taken by a huge powerboat, and no dockage available left. Terrible dockage due to river traffic, and their speed. Thought the boat was swamped from the container traffic. A lot of crime in the surrouinding area. If you are not white-Don’t walk around after the shops close . That came from the the parking lot attendant. They left at 9 P.M. along with a locking gate, that would not open, until the next morning. Loaded my .357, and under my pillow.
      Greg T
      ST42

      We have cruised up the river several times to Savannah in our PDQ MV34 Lead Free Too on our way south. We were able to tie up right downtown on the city wall and had a wonderful time enjoying the area. Last time, I took the trolley tour and found it informative and fun. I don’t remember any specific restaurants as there are so many right at the river front.
      Sharon

      We went to Savannah today (Sept 30) and tied up at the city dock which is directly downriver from the paddlewheeler dock. There was plenty of room and the dock is a nice floating dock. The first three hours are free and one is supposed to pay a fee after that by calling a number or going to and office. Details posted on a sign on the dock. There are no services. There are wakes from the frequently passing water taxis but not too bad. I don’t know if a big freighter went by as we were off enjoying the town.
      Jean Thomason

      Click Here To View the Georgia Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For the Savannah City Dock

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    • Sep 24, 2009by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Frederica River Anchorages (near Statute Mile 666)

      On 9/22/09, as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:

      28. Has anyone run the Frederica River as an alternate passage, rejoining the ICW north of flashing daybeacon #241. If so, did you anchor abeam of the Fort Frederica National Monument, or anywhere else on the river? Please give us a report on what you found.

      Responses follow:

      In late March,2008, s/v”Carolina” traveled the Frederica River(west side of Jeckyl Island) from south to north, entering from the ICW just north of Golden Isles Marina. We were accompanied by s/v “Pamonetti” and m/v “Pelican”. We encountered consistent depths of no less than 20 feet the entire curving length of the river. All three vessels anchored overnight in about 24 feet tucked up against the west bank of the island in the curve near the National Monument. We all had plenty of swing room and were well sheltered from N through SSE, which was much appreciated. Wind at the time was NE 15-20 but everyone had a quiet night. We encountered a very thick fog after getting underway in the morning and all dropped their hooks and enjoyed another cup of coffee.
      Steve and Sheila Kamp
      s/v “Carolina”

      We ran the Frederica River in June 2009 and anchored midway between the fort and the now inaccessible dock about 300 yards south of the fort. We entered at mid-tide. Depths were never less than 8 feet and in many places approached 20 feet. Holding was good with hard mud. Wind protection from the east is good, but not from any other direction (although we didn’t encounter any substantial winds from any direction while we were there). The charts displayed on the chart plotter (and on paper charts) were accurate for the location of deeper water through the length of the river.
      We called the fort/park office, and were told that the dinghy dock is closed due to structural problems, but they anticipated it would be repaired and open again in the fall. We’ll check when we head back south in October – it appears to be a delightful place to visit.
      Bob McLeran and Judy Young
      MV Sanderling

      On October 4 we ran the Frederica River, anchoring near Ft. Frederica. As I previously reported the dinghy dock is not in place yet. Someone has made a small start of placing some planks from the edge where the ladder is attached to the new retaining wall, but that is all. It would be so nice if the Park Service would see fit to extend the dock to the low water line. We had a quiet evening. There were two other local boats anchored which left in the afternoon. Lots of no-see-ums for the past three nights. Depths on the Frederica are generally good if one favors the outside of curves.
      Jean Thomason, DOVEKIE

      Click Here To View the Georgia Cruisers’ Net Anchorage Directory Listing For Frederica River Anchroages

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    • Sep 24, 2009by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Thunderbolt Marine (Statute Mile 583)

      On 9/22/09, as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:

      6. I’m sure any number of you have docked at one of the many facilities at Thunderbolt (Statute Mile 583). Please describe your experiences, good and bad. In particular, did you find Bahia Bleu Marina to be as wonderful as we discovered? Who has stopped or had repair work performed at Thunderbolt Marine? Please describe your experience.

      Responses follow:

      Stayed at Thunderbolt Marina at the beginning of July this year. Chose this marina because I had heard that it was a good place to get repairs done and we needed some work on our A/C unit. First the good news: Friendly and helpful dock hands. Easy on and off the ICW and a good place to fuel up. One of the employees has a great business delivering fresh produce and shrimp to your boat – just get an order form in the office and call her the day before. Your food will be delivered the next morning. Everything tasted great, especially the shrimp. Took a short walk to Tubby’s Tank for lunch. This will be a `must do’ the next time we pass through. The not so good news: I felt as if the management was a lot more efficient at computing billable hours than actually fixing our mechanical problems. After staying over an extra day just to resolve our problem, we couldn’t even get a call back from our repairman. We did get the bill right on time, however.
      Shel Rabin (mv Evening Star)

      Click Here To View the Georgia Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Thunderbolt Marine

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    • Sep 23, 2009by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Walburg Creek Anchorage (Statute Mile 619)

      On 9/22/09, as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:

      18. Those of you who have anchored on Walburg Creek (off. St. Catherine’s Sound) in 2008, please tell us what you found. Did you use the northern entrance from the Sound, or did you try to make use of the creek’s shallow southerly mouth opposite the Waterway’s unlighted daybeacon #124? Did you spot any of the exotic animals housed on St. Catherine’s Island?

      Responses follow:

      We anchored there late Nov. 2008 and liked it so well that we dropped anchor again on the way north in May 2009, Both times we entered from the northern entrance.
      We found it to be peaceful and uncrowded, plenty of swing room and good holding.
      It was so quiet we could hear the dolphins breathing as they swam by.
      We woulkd give this a 4 anchor rating
      Ron & Audrey
      Lucky Girl

      We went through Walburg Creek just to check it out. There was one sailboat anchored in the vicinity of the small private dock. They said they had had an enjoyable, quiet evening – no zebra! The green C which used to mark the middle ground at the northern entrance is no longer there (and I guess hasn’t been for some time because it’s not on our electronic charts. The western entrance which is charted 4 ft would have been 6.1 feet at low tide. In fact the whole last curve at the western endwhich has depths on 19 to 23 feet on the chart would be about 6 feet at low tide.
      Jean Thomason (DOVEKIE)

      Click Here To View the Georgia Cruisers’ Net Anchorage Directory Listing For Walburg Creek

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    • Sep 23, 2009by:   Claiborne Young 1 Comment

      Kilkenny Marina (Statute Mile 614)

      On 9/22/09, as part of a “Georgia Wish List,” I posed the following question:

      16. Who has visited Kilkenny Creek Marina lately (Statute Mile 614)? Did you hear the `Deliverance’ music playing in the background, or did you have a good experience? Did you dine at the newly re-opened restaurant here?

      Responses follow:

      We took a look a couple of years ago at Kilkenny and decided to avoid it. It was just a shack and a dock with some scary looking characters hanging around. A friend of mine dropped by there this year and said the place has changed a lot, with a restaurant added. See if you get more info on this place because it is well located and may have gone through a transformation.
      Best regards,
      Woody Norwood

      We stayed at Kilkenny Marina at the end of June this year. It was strategically located between St. Simons and Savannah. The entrance channel had plenty of depth all the way up the creek, and the dockmaster monitored the VHF and gave us docking instructions before we got there. This is a barebones operation – no restaurant or rest rooms to speak of, just dockside electricity and water,but I was impressed with the friendliness of the people. It was eerily quiet all night, and we saw a lot of stars. A welcome change from the touristy towns of Fernandina and Golden Isles.
      Shel Rabin
      S/V Evening Star

      Claiborne,
      I’ve been up and down the ICW several times and I *still* keep Killkenny on my `must stop’ list. It’s a pleasure to talk to the owners and a joy to sleep in absolute peace and quiet. Plus the sky is loaded with stars if you’re lucky enough to pick a cloudless night. I really like to watch them launch those small boats with their ingenious launch rig. It’s right up there with Leland Oil Company as a welcome change from the hustle and bustle of most other stops. Both of these places are examples of what I imagine the ICW was like many years ago. Another excellent one is the B&B Seafood Company. I believe that is what it’s called.
      Jack Kamer
      S/V Glisse

      Naturally, we got there on Monday so couldn’t try the new resturant. This is our fifth stop in the last three years and we plan on stopping there again. Robert and Bob are super and do their best to please. The peace and quiet is wonderful. Good diesel prices, also.
      Bob Poovey

      We have our boat docked at Kilkenny’¦we love that place’¦Danny and the other guys are great to work with’¦You should really give it a try’¦Dont let the small appearance fool you’¦it is an awesome place to be.
      Shannon

      Click Here To View the Georgia Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Kilkenny Marina

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      1. Shannon -  October 21, 2009 - 11:32 am

        We have our boat docked at Kilkenny…we love that place…Danny and the other guys are great to work with…You should really give it a try…Dont let the small appearance fool you…it is an awesome place to be.

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