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Reminder: It’s Waterbird Nesting Season – Respect Marked Boundaries
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding the public that it’s waterbird nesting season. Many Floridians and guests are returning to the state’s beaches to celebrate Memorial Day weekend but this is also a critical time for Florida’s vulnerable wading birds, shorebird and seabird populations. By respectfully sharing our beaches and waterways with these birds, people can help ensure their survival.
Least tern chick by Carol Rizkalla/FWC.
Help us conserve beach nesting birds
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding the public that it’s waterbird nesting season. Many Floridians and guests are returning to the state’s beaches to celebrate Memorial Day weekend but this is also a critical time for Florida’s vulnerable wading birds, shorebird and seabird populations. By respectfully sharing our beaches and waterways with these birds, people can help ensure their survival.
Shorebirds and seabirds, such as snowy plovers and black skimmers, build shallow nests on the ground. Their eggs and chicks are well camouflaged and can easily be missed and even stepped on. Wading birds, such as herons, egrets and pelicans, are also nesting now. They typically nest in mangroves and on tree islands around the state. When people come too close to their nests, they can cause birds to abandon their nesting sites, leaving eggs and chicks vulnerable.
“Startling birds might not seem like a big deal, but disturbing shorebirds and seabirds can actually be deadly,” said FWC Florida Shorebird Alliance Coordinator, Shea Armstrong. “If a mother bird is forced to leave her nest, her eggs or chicks are left behind where they can be eaten by predators, exposed to the hot sun, or trampled by unsuspecting beachgoers.”
Boaters and beachgoers can make a big difference for Florida’s vulnerable nesting shorebirds and seabirds by following these simple guidelines:
- Keep your distance from birds, on the beach and on the water. If birds become agitated or leave their nests, you are too close. Birds calling out loudly and dive-bombing are signals to back off.
- Respect posted areas. When possible, stay at least 300 feet from a posted nesting area. Avoid entering areas marked with signs for nesting birds and use designated walkways.
- Do not enter Critical Wildlife Areas. CWAs are established to give wildlife the space needed for nesting, roosting and foraging, and they are clearly marked with signs or buoys to alert boaters to areas that are closed to public access.
- Avoid intentionally forcing birds to fly or run. This causes them to use energy needed for nesting, and eggs and chicks may be left vulnerable to the sun’s heat or predators. Teach children to let shorebirds and seabirds rest instead of chasing them, and encourage friends and family to do the same. Shorebirds and seabirds outside of posted areas may be feeding or resting and need to do so without disturbance.
- It is best to leave pets at home but if you bring them to the beach, keep them leashed and avoid shorebird and seabird nesting areas. Pets are not permitted on most beaches, including state parks, so always check and be respectful of local rules when preparing for a day at the beach.
- Keep the beach clean and do not feed wildlife. Food scraps attract predators, such as raccoons and crows, which can prey on shorebird eggs and chicks. Litter on beaches can entangle birds and other wildlife.
- Spread the word. Let your friends and family know how important it is to give shorebirds space and share the message on social media!
- Report disturbance of nesting birds to the FWC’s Wildlife Alert Hotline at 888-404-FWCC (3922) or by texting Tip@MyFWC.com. You can also report nests that are not posted to our Wildlife Alert Program.
For more information on how you can help Florida’s shorebirds, go to MyFWC.com/Shorebirds or FLShorebirdAlliance.org.
To learn more about Florida’s CWAs or confirm CWA locations in your area, visit MyFWC.com/CWA.
QUESTIONS? Contact the FWC
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More Advice Needed on Air Draft at Wilkerson Creek Bridge, Alligator/Pungo Canal, AICW Statute Mile 126
Our most recent report on clearance at Wilkerson Creek Bridge is from experienced tall-master, Rick Dammeyer. Answers are needed for new questions from John Rahm. If you carry 64ft mast height and have passed under this bridge successfully (or not!?!), please let us hear from you.
Requesting insight on the Wilkerson Bridge at MM 125.9.
Are the clearance boards in tact?
What is the tidal range there?
Is there anyone close, that I can call, to check the clearance, before I leave Portsmouth?
Need the phone number of the closest house!
Thanks in advance. Moving a boat with a 63 foot mast.
Cheers, Captain John RahmWondering about the height of the water at the Wilkerson Bridge and whether or not a boat with 64 ft mast will be able to get under the bridge.
Bill CombsClick Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Wilkerson Creek Bridge
Comments from Cruisers (3)
- Reply to Jenelle
We just passed under this bridge on June 4, 2021 at midtide. Tide board read 64 + barnacles. We require 63.5 and the VHF antenna whipped the top with our passage.
- Reply to Captain
The nominal air draft at the Wilkerson Bridge is 64 ft. There is negligible lunar tide in this area, but water depths will vary depending on wind speed and direction. Strong westerly or northwesterly winds will lower the water levels by up to 2 ft. Conversely, strong east or southeasterly winds across the Pamlico Sound will raise the water level and reduce bridge clearance.
Since the water level varies from day to day, the best thing to do is contact an approaching sailboat that has recently passed under the bridge and ask about conditions. If you are southbound, do that when still in the Alligator River, since there is no place to anchor in the Alligator River Cut to wait for a wind shift. If northbound, ask someone in the Belhaven/Dowrey Creek area so you can anchor in the Pungo River anchorage just south of the Wilkerson Bridge, if needed. The folks at Dowrey Creek Marina can also give you information about the current water depths in the area.
- Reply to Mary
We just passed under this bridge on Friday May 12th without issue. We require 63 1/2′ clearance and had approximately 6″ to spare. Height board showed 64′.
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Florida Keys Reopening… Lots of Gifts for Returning Visitors! Key Lime Sailing Club, Kay Largo, FL
Key Lime Sailing Club, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, always has very special offers for their visitors! Key Lime Sailing Club is on the Inside Route side of Key Largo. Key Lime Sailing Club is a unique slice of KEYS ENJOYMENT…give it a try and let us hear about your experience.
Greeting from the Florida Keys!The Keys will open to visitors on June 1, 2020. Hotels and vacation rentals will be limited to 50% occupancy for the immediate future. At Key Lime Sailing Club, we want you here as much as you want to be here, so we’ve been working hard to become the number one place you want to visit.Caring for you is our priority. That’s why we have rolled out enhanced cleaning practices for our cottages, boats, common spaces, and amenities.Prior to cottage check in and boat assignment, we are giving every cottage and every boat a thorough cleaning with an EPA – approved disinfectant. And every morning, we are cleaning high touch common areas with the same disinfectant.We have implemented a reservation process in which each cottage will have at least one vacant day between check-out and check-in to allow ample time for our enhanced cleaning procedures. For shared amenities, such as kayaks, paddleboards, canoes, life jackets, and more, we are disinfecting daily and providing sanitizing wipe stations for extra protection for you, our guests. Also, we’ve added hospital grade ionizing hepa-filters to each cottage that will remove 99.97% of airborne particles prior to check in and will be in the cottage for your usage during your entire stay. We are not just in compliance with the state and county mandated AHLA guidelines for enhanced cleaning practices, we exceed them.The Florida Keys has been a pillar in keeping the virus at bay on our islands. These challenging times need solutions. We have them and they are now in place so you can feel safe visiting Key Lime Sailing Club. Your well-being is important and, as always, we’re here for you because you are why we do what we do.During the lockdown, our team at Key Lime Sailing Club, the American Sailing Academy, and Morning Star Charters have been working on upgrading our cottages and boats. We have new floor coverings in the Keys, Mermaid, Manatee, and Dolphin cottages. The waterfront Sailfish cottage has had its sliding glass doors rehabbed for a much better view. It has been repainted and the floor covering was replaced as well. Our new catamaran, the Jeanneau Lagoon 37, “Unforgettable”, has been outfitted with new sails, new A/C units, new running rigging, and a lot of fine details in the interior. Our sailing snorkel adventure boat, Pirate’s Choice, has gotten a fresh coat of paint as well as mechanical and electrical upgrades. We’ve also gone over our fleet of Catalina 22’s taking care of details to put them in the best condition ever. Captains Laurel and Barnard, Dockmaster Neal, and Chris, our mechanic, have put a lot of TLC into our boats and it shows!- A free intro to sailing class for two with a five-night stay (value $390)
- ½ off a 12-hour sailing class for two with a seven-night stay (value $350)
- ½ off the “book the boat” price of Pirate’s Choice sailing / snorkel trip or catamaran sunset sail for up to 6 people with a seven-night stay
- Take an ASA certification class and get 10% off your cottage rental at Key Lime Sailing Club.
So now that things are getting back to what we have come to accept as normal, get out of the house, out of town, and take a well-deserved break in the Keys. We’ll be lookin’ for ya!* New reservations only. Must be requested at time of booking. Not redeemable for cash. No compensation for unavailability due to severe weather.
Book at Key Lime now! Cottage rental includes unlimited use of a 22’ sailboat (for qualified sailors), kayaks, paddle boards, water toys, bicycles, snorkel and fishing gear at no extra cost.We also offer activities such as ocean side sail and snorkel charters aboard a pirate ship, bayside sunset cruise, sailing lessons, and kayak eco-tours.Visit our website www.keylimesailingclub.com and send us a Request to Book! You can also call or text our reservation specialist at 305-451-3438 almost any time day or night!
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Win Stays at Key Lime Sailing ClubTo our guests and friends, get a chance to go back and vacation at KLSC without paying anything by sending us pictures of your stay here! Win our 8th KLSC Photo Contest and get a free 3 night stay. Check here for details.Got a talent for video making? Enter our KLSC Video Contest and get a chance to win a free 5 night stay! Check here for details.We at Key Largo Cottages at Key Lime Sailing Club love our guests and we will be happy to have you back again for another fun filled and relaxing Florida Keys vacation!Reservations is standing by @ keylargocottages@keylimesailingclub.com or call 1-305-451-3438Thank you and see y’all in the Florida Keys!Learn ASA Certified Sailing at American Sailing Academy. Call us at 305-587-3205.Enjoy a Snorkel or Sunset Cruise both bay side and ocean side as well as boat rentals from 22 foot to 68 foot. at Morning Star Sailing Charters. Call us at 305-451-7057.South Dade Marina, Wet and Dry Slips Available. Call 305-247-8730Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages | 305-451-3438 | 99306 Overseas Highway, Key Largo Florida | www.keylimesailingclub.comClick Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Key Lime Sailing Club
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Bahamas Chatter: Emergency Powers Orders Updates Announced on May 17, 2020
Bahamas Chatter is produced by Explorer Chartbooks, A CRUISERS NET PARTNER, which has long been the standard navigational supplement for enjoyable, informative, and safe cruising through the beautiful Bahamian waters and island visits.
Bahamas Chatter: Emergency Powers Orders Updates Announced on May 17, 2020
Emergency Powers Orders Updates Announced on May 17, 2020Posted: 19 May 2020 10:54 AM PDT
On May 17, the Prime Minister announced modifications to the Emergency Powers Orders. Boaters on pleasure craft anchored offshore in Bahamian waters (who have effectively been social distancing for 14 days or longer) are now permitted to go ashore to conduct routine business, while maintaining appropriate social distancing protocols.
Bimini will be under a complete lockdown from Monday, May 18 at 9:00 p.m. until Saturday, May 30 at midnight.
The Prime Minister announced the re-opening of normal commercial activity on the following Family Islands: Cat Island, Long Island, Abaco and Andros, as of May 18. Mayaguana, Inagua, Crooked Island, Acklins, Long Cay, Rum Cay and Ragged Island, are open for normal commercial activity as of May 4. Notwithstanding the resumption of commercial activity, weekday curfews and weekend lockdown measures remain in place, as do physical distancing measures and the requirement to wear masks.
Modifications to the current ban on inter-island travel were also announced. The Ministry of Health has developed protocols to allow individuals presently in The Bahamas but not on one of the above listed Family Islands, to travel to those specific islands. This policy and protocol will require individuals to register with the Ministry of Health by emailing covid19travel@bahamas.gov.bs and submitting to an evaluation by a Ministry of Health-authorized physician. Individuals who are deemed low risk will be issued a COVID-19 Authorization Travel Card which will allow for travel to these specific Family Islands. Individuals may start this registration process on ?May 20.
Residents of the Family Islands listed which are cleared for commercial activity may travel between those islands by plane or boat without a COVID-19 Travel Authorization Card. Those on the Family Islands cleared for commercial activity may also travel to New Providence and Grand Bahama, however in order to return to their respective islands they must complete the procedures and processes outlined above.
Except for the new protocol and the Family Islands described above, any other inter-island travel must be pre-approved by the Bahamas’ Civil Aviation Authority.
Emergency Powers Orders – Travel Restrictions, Curfew and Lockdown Information
All airports and seaports of The Bahamas remain closed to incoming international flights carrying visitors until at least May 30 (including private airports). In his May 17 national address, Prime Minister Hubert Minnis previewed that the Bahamian government is “looking at a possible opening date for commercial travel on or before July 1st,” but emphasized that it will “only be applied to those islands where the outbreak has been contained” and that these dates can change depending on changing circumstances.
The 24-hour curfew regulations continue throughout the month of May, with full lockdowns taking place each weekend in May from 9:00 p.m. on Fridays through 5:00 a.m. on Mondays. During the lockdown periods, only hospitals, hotels with guests, law enforcement and essential utility personnel are excepted from these around the clock shutdown restrictions. We urge all U.S. citizens still in The Bahamas and its territorial waters to shelter in place?or stay in your home and yard, on your vessel, or in your lodging during these lockdown periods, until the regular 24-hour curfew regulations resume at 5:00 a.m. on the following Monday.
Scheduled Commercial Airline Flights to the United States as of 1200 EDT May ?18
International scheduled commercial flights and private charter flight options, while limited, currently still exist in The Bahamas. All flights require the use of face masks. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period.
Nassau: JetBlue has scheduled flights from Nassau to Fort Lauderdale on Thursdays during the month of May. Please contact the airline directly.
Freeport: Silver Airways is currently offering flights on most Thursdays from Freeport to Fort Lauderdale, contingent upon demand. Please contact the airline directly.
Private Charter Flights to the United States
Some private charter companies have confirmed their ability to provide flights into the United States directly from The Bahamas. We encourage you to contact charter companies directly with questions regarding availability and cost.
· Air Care 1: aircareone.com, +1-502-242-7760
· All Bahamas Courier Services: +1-242-727-4165
· Aztec Airways:+1-954-351-9313
· Bahamas Charter Flights: +1-954-359-0320
· IBC Airways: +1-954-848-2370
· Island Air Charters: +1-954-359-9942
· Island Wings – USA: +1-954-617-8804
· Makers Air – FXE: +1-954-771-0330
· Noble Air Charter: +1-305-685-9634
· Silver Airways charter flights: +1-801-401-9103
· Trans Island Airways: sales@tia.aero
· Treasure Air Charters: 1-305-741-0489
· Tropic Air Charters – FXE: +1-954-267-0707
· Tropic Ocean Airways – FLL: +1-954-210-5569
· Tropix Air/Island Wings Ltd.: +1-242-424-4260
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SCDNR Offices Fully Operational, Public Access Restricted, West Columbia, SC
While operations resume at full capacity within the office, in-person transactions are not taking place at this time.
—- NEWS RELEASE —-
For Immediate Release
West Columbia SCDNR office fully operational, public access remains restricted
COLUMBIA, S.C. (May 18, 2020) — The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources’ Licensing and Boat Titling Office, located at the State Farmer’s Market in West Columbia, is now fully staffed.While operations resume at full capacity within the office, in-person transactions are not taking place at this time. Please note that ALL services can be completed by phone, online, or by U.S. Mail.
With a full staff, SCDNR will now be able to process paperwork, answer questions, and complete transactions in a more efficient and faster manner.
Please allow 4-6 weeks for us to process your application. Historically, this is one of the busiest times of the year for boat registrations, and South Carolina continues to rank in the top 10 states for boat registrations. Since all transactions are being done by mail, volumes have increased significantly. Our staff is working as quickly as possible to process and return your documents.
To purchase hunting & fishing licenses, permits, or tags, customers may visit www.dnr.sc.gov/purchase.
Boat titling and registration transactions can be made via U.S. mail. Send applications and paperwork to:
SCDNR, ATTN: T&R
P.O. Box 167
Columbia, SC 29202-0167Details and instructions are available online at www.dnr.sc.gov/boating.
In addition, SCDNR has answered many commonly asked questions about the required boat registration paperwork. If possible, please review the information provided at this link before placing a call to our offices to help reduce wait times.
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources – Rembert C. Dennis Building
1000 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 292011 Facebook Likes, 1 Facebook Reactions
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You’re invited! Capitol Hill Ocean Week 2020
Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary protects Georgia’s special live-bottom wildlife habitat in the Atlantic Ocean and along the southeastern U.S. coast, an area teeming with diversity and an abundance of marine life.
You’re invited to Capitol Hill Ocean Week 2020!
Tuesday, June 9th 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EDT
Presented by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation
Schooling spadefish – photo credit: Greg McFall/GRNMS
Banner photo credit: Mitchell Tartt/NOAA (top left), Greg McFall/GRNMS (all others)Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary offers shelter to a vast array of wildlife found in the Atlantic Ocean. The diversity and abundance of animals in our warm, southern waters exemplifies the effects of conservation management on the entire web of life. Capitol Hill Ocean Week (CHOW 2020) will focus on the global issue of protecting biodiversity. The breadth of life in our ocean is astounding. Building a sustainable global economy that protects nature is critical to people’s health and well-being.
CHOW 2020 will be your hub for stimulating discussions. We are planning a full day of activities, including plenaries and concurrent breakout sessions on how science and technology are advancing our understanding of the marine environment, the role of protected areas in conserving biodiversity, and how to engage people as stewards. We value the networking that occurs at CHOW, and we intend to create virtual spaces for those essential connections to continue. We will showcase the amazing work of our partners through a virtual exhibit hall and facilitate social gathering through a closing happy hour.
With the accessible virtual format, CHOW 2020 is an opportunity for people from across the U.S. and the globe to come together for a conversation on how we can work together to conserve the variety of life on Earth for the long term health of our communities and the planet. Join the Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary Foundation and friends as we chart a sustainable future together.
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Update from Fishermens Village, Charlotte Harbor, Punta Gorda, FL
There is always plenty to do around Charlotte Harbor, especially with pandemic restrictions easing. While berthed at Fishermen’s Village Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, you are certain to enjoy visiting Western Florida’s beautiful Charlotte Harbor/Peace River.
We are currently accepting transits and hours of operation are normal. 7:00am to 5:30pm 7 days a week.
Thank you!
Chris Frank
Harbor Master
Fishermen’s Village Marina
941-575-3000
Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Fishermen’s Village
Comments from Cruisers (1)
- Reply to Jim
There are two operations involved at Fishville for boaters. One is the marina office. The other is the fuel dock.
The marina office has NEVER been open at 07h00, and is NEVER open past 16h00.
We have been seasonal residents at Fishville for 11 years. There is a lot to like, but there are some weaknesses. When we departed this season (May 15th, 2020), the fuel dock was on "summer hours:" 08h00 to 16h00.
Call ahead to be sure whatever facility you need is open at the time you plan to be there.
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Updated Report from Cumberland Island, off GA AICW Statute Mile 711
Our thanks to Fred Braman for this excellent report and chart from Cumberland Island. Cumberland Island National Seashore is a National Park on the east shore of the Waterway’s passage through Cumberland Sound south of Jekyll Island. There are only dinghy docks on the island, which extends over 16 NM from St. Andrew Sound to the Georgia State Line. The Park’s website is https://www.nps.gov/cuis/index.htm. Anchorages may be restricted by Georgia legislation.
Just a note that may be of interest. I visited Cumberland Island last week. The island is as delightful as ever. Only open to private boaters who can get there. Dinghy docks are open at Sea Camp anchorage as are rest rooms and showers in the camping area. No ferries are operating and tour boats are prohibited. The Ranger Station is closed as are attractions like the Ice House Museum and Plum Orchard tours. But the beaches and trails are open, mostly why we go to this delightful place anyway. Happy to answer emailed questions at fredbraman@hotmail.com.
Here is a chart for the Cumberland Sea Camp anchorage. Note that on older chart packs and chart plotters (like mine), Red 34 is Red 40. This series of markers were renumbered years ago. As soon as you turn inside Red 34, look for a shoal marker to port heading in. It marks a sandbar that comes off the tip of the island to the north. Once you spot it, give it plenty of room to port and pick up the first dock complex on shore near a little white building. That’s Dungeness Dock. Head right for it and once near it, follow the shore up to Sea Camp. Don’t wander too far from Cumberland’s shore. There is a sandbar to the west of the main anchorage area. If it starts to get too shallow for comfort, turn towards the island where the deep water is. It sounds more complicated than it is. It’s really straight forward. Plenty of room for dozens of boats. I try to anchor a little to the north of Sea Camp Dock where it gets a little shallower. Depths in most places around 18 ft. Hope this helps.
Fred Braman
Photo by Sonny Reeves
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Marinas Lifting Restrictions due to Coronavirus Concerns
Most marinas along the Intracoastal Waterway have now opened, though some may still have conditions, especially for transients. Please phone ahead to confirm the marina’s status. This list will be discontinued soon.
VA – NC
Atlantic Yacht Basin – 757- 482-2141 – fully open and operational – see Update
MANTEO WATERFRONT – 5/2/We are still closed to transients at the moment but hope we all break out in the near future.! 252-473-3320 See 5/6 Update
RE Mayo Seafood Docks 252-745-5331
Want those in and around our area to know that we are open and welcoming transients. We have fuel and food available while maintaining all the safety precautions necessary during the situation we are facing.”
PennyMcCotters (Washington, NC) is open and will help boaters. Store will deliver to your boat just trying to minimize in store contacts. 252-975-2174
Albemarle Plantation – open 252-426-4653
Carolina Beach State Park – openBald Head Island Marina – 910-457-7380Please note: In an effort to help stem the COVID-19 outbreak, the Village of Bald Head Island has issued a State of Emergency proclamation and voluntary evacuation, which discontinues short-term rentals of Bald Head Island properties, including boat slips. Currently the order has been extended to May 29th. Please contact the Bald Head Island Marina at 910-457-7380, or email dockmaster@bhisland.comor use VHF Channel 16 before traveling to the island by private vessel. Wilmington Marine – openBennett Brothers Yachts is an essential business and continues to operate exercising the utmost caution for our staff’s safety.Spooners Creek/no transient dockersRiver Forest Manor and Marina is open and has never closed for business!Dowry Creek Marina, 252-943-2728 see UpdateMorehead City Yacht Basin 252-7366862 open with reduced staff for fuel and essential needs, see 4/10 Update Transient docks are open for overnight stays but our showers/restrooms remain closed to all
Southport Marina – 919-481-3000 see Re-Opening April 22
From Dona Stewart, Director, Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center
**Updated 4/3/2020 at 2 pm
* Alligator River Marina (Columbia)~ 252-796-0333 (Normal Operations)
* Cypress Cove Marina (Columbia) ~ 252-796-0015 (Docking Available/Call for information on amenities)
* Coinjock Marina & Restaurant (Coinjock) ~ 252-453-3271 (Normal Operations)
* River Dunes – 252-249-4908 Open
* Atlantic Yacht Basin, Inc. (Chesapeake) ~ 757-482-2141(Normal operations)
* Lamb’s Marina & Market (Camden) ~ 252-338-1957 (Docking UNavailable)
* Pelican Marina (Camden) ~ 252-335-5108 (Fri-Sun) or Text the Dockmaster at 251-239-5108 to make reservations (Docking available)
* Maritime Ministries (Elizabeth City) ~ 336-681-0575 (Docking available/ No restrooms or laundry facilities)
* Jennette Brothers (Elizabeth City) ~ 252-338-2187 Ext. 0 (Docking available)
*Mariners’ Wharf & Waterfront Park Marinas (Elizabeth City) ~ 252-337-6864 (Docking UNavailable)
* Waterside Marina (Norfolk) ~ 757-625-3625 (Normal Operations)
*Douglas Road Dock (VA), Elizabeth’s Dock (Deep Creek, VA), Great Bridge Park Dock (All managed by Chesapeake Parks, Recreation and Tourism ) ~ 757-382-6411 (Docking Available/ Port-a-Jons available)
* Dismal Swamp Welcome Center (South Mills) ~ 252-771-8333 (Docking Available/ Rest Area Restrooms Open; Visitor Center-closed to public)* Friends of Dismal Swamp State Park ~ 252-771-6593 (Visitor Center, Restrooms & trails closed to the public)
Donna Stewart, Director www.DismalSwampWelcomeCenter.com
Washington NC Waterfront – (252) 940-1231, See 5/2 status update.Anchorage-open cell phone 252-921-0105Safe Harbor South Harbor-accepting transient dockersNew River-closed on weekendsNorthwest Creek-fuel dock closedSt. James-closed to transient dockersSeaPath – openSC
Myrtle Beach Yacht Club is Fully Open and accepting transients. 843-249-5376Windmill Harbour 4/27 OPEN 843-681-9235 See 5/6 Update
Isle of Palms Marina 843-886-0209 is currently fully open, selling fuel and taking transients. boat ramp closedCharleston Harbor Resort and Marina, 843-2847062 See 5/14 Opening for BusinessSafe Harbor Port Royal Marina – (843) 525-6664 – Open and fully operational – restaurant opening 5/16Cricket Cove –open 9-3Osprey– 843-215-5353 store closed but still pumping fuelGrand Dunes-closedDataw Island Marina – (843) 379-3056 – open with restrictions – day-time transients and outside dining onlyCharleston Maritime-closed for at least 3 monthsSt. John’s Yacht Harbor – 843-557-1027 open with reduced hours and manpower. See UpdateMonroe Harbor-fuel docks open with limited staffBohicket/N new hours due to virus 10-4Rivers Edge-openHazzard-not open on weekendsDolphin Cove – open Monday-Friday by appointment onlyGA
Delegal Creek Marina Savannah GA has re-opened for fuel, 9-4
Hampton River – new hours, Wednesday-Monday open 7-5,Tuesday-open 8-5
Jekyll Harbor Marina – 912-635-3137 Fully operational 7 am to 5 pm
Ft. McAllister-new hours 7-4 Monday -Friday/ 7-12 Saturday and SundayMorningstar @ Golden Isles- OPENKey Fisheries – OPENEF
ST JOHNS RIVERHontoon Landing closing 4/1/20St. Augustine Municipal Marina is open, operating with social distancing practices in place.Camachee Cove Marina, 904-8295676 in St. Augustine, FL is open for business following COVID-19 protocols.
Marineland Marina – 904-814-9886 – open; practicing all distancing protocols. Marine store is partially open. Call ahead for transient reservations to make sure space is available
Westland Boatyard and Marina, 321-267-1667 see Update
Palm Coast Marina – 386-446-6370 – open and selling fuel. Marina store closed. Food deliveries available from nearby groceries and Grub-Hub; walking trails open also
Ft Pierce City Marina, 772-464-1245 – open for transient slips, we offer daily, monthly and annual slips.
Halifax-not taking any Transient DockersSuntex of Jupiter-not launching any boats-keeping docks clearLoggerhead of N. Palm Beach – openOld Port Cove-only selling fuel only to their customersLake Park – openNew Port Cove-not launching boats and not selling fuel -only commercialBahia Mar – open to guests onlyCrandon-openPier 66 – openPalm Harbor – openPGA/closedSafe Harbor New Port Cove- openHarbour Towne – openKeystone – openCocoa Village Marina – open to transients , docking on a no-touch basis; 321-632-5445Halifax-new hours 8-4Harbortown– Marina – Canaveral – 321-453-0169 OPENSebastion River – openLake Park – openPalm Harbor- only selling fuel to their guestsLighthouse Pointe – openKeystone – openPier 66-closedSands Harbor-now openSuntex Marina, Vero Beach – openSea Isle – openLuk Fuel – openConch House – openPort 32 Palm Beach – openHollywood Marina of Hollywood – openHalifax Harbor in Daytona ‘temporarily closed’ yesterday, 17 March. No fuel. SEE 3/18 COMMENT BELOW
FLKSuntex of Miami – openGilberts – openMarathon-no transient dockageConch Harbor-no overnight dockingMonroe Harbor/office closed/fuel docks open with limited staffPlantation Yacht Harbor – openStock Island and A&B are no longer together as of 4 days agoKey Fisheries – openMorning Star @ Bahia Bleu – openHerbert Hoover – openMangrove – openWF
Gulf Harbour Marina, 239-437-0881 open for ValvTect Marine Fuel sales and offering Boat US discount, see Update.
Long Boat Key Club Moorings, 941-383-8383 is open but not accepting transients until April 30. Please check our Facebook page for updates.
Fishermen’s Village Marina, 941-575-3056 is open: currently accepting transits and hours of operation are normal. 7:00am to 5:30pm 7 days a week.
Marina Jacks – OPENPalm Harbor – openRoyal Palm – openPGA/closedSafe Harbor New Port Cove – openBahia Mar – open to guests onlyHarbour Towne – openKeystone – openNaples City – openRose River/now open to public, closes at 3:30Boca Grande OPEN 8-5Naples City/OPENMarina @ Grand Dunes is closing for 2 weeks because of the virus.Riviera Dunes: 941-981-5330 See COVID-19 Update of 4/2
Snead Island Boatworks – The Snead Island Boat Works is deemed an essential business by Homeland Security regulations and we are open for your yachting needs.
Royal Palm-new hours 8-3Terre Verde-OPENClearwater-new hours-9:15-4:15Port Tarpon – openHaze-openStump Pass-OPENBAHAMASComments from Cruisers (7)
- Reply to Jodi
Recently Cuomo closed all marinas in NY State.
- Reply to Rick
The governors of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut implemented a common policy about marina access and recreational boating around May 1st. All three states are open and marinas are available, with guidelines for operation, social distancing, etc. See the respective state websites for details, and be sure to call ahead to your target destinations to see what local rules or practices are in effect at specific marinas.
We've been monitoring this because we have 3 boats in our marina waiting to head north.
Rick Brass
Dockmaster
Washington Waterfront Docks
Washington, NC - Reply to Beth
St. Johns Yacht Harbor is open with reduced hours and manpower. Management office is manned by reduced staff. The store is closed for walk-in sales until further notice. The fuel dock is open from 10AM-4PM daily. Transient and long term slips are still available. For reservations, call 843-557-1027, use Contact/Reservation page on our newly revised website (www.sjyh.com).
- Reply to CHARLES
I had bought a boat in Chicago so I am verifying about lock closures in the Illinois River and marina available fuel along the way south to Mobile, AL.
- Reply to Mike
Halifax Harbor in Daytona said they were 'temporarily closed' yesterday, 17 March. No fuel. Didn't ask for the reason.
- Reply to Natalie
Just confirmed on 18 March 2020 at 1255 that Halifax Harbor Marina is open for business as usual – both fuel and transient dockage. Yesterday's short fuel dock closure was a temporary technical/mechanical issue.
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Support the Staniel Cay Community, Exumas, Bahamas
A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, Staniel Cay Yacht Club, a favorite destination for cruisers in the Exumas has always been most accommodating to its visitors. This is your chance to return the support for this fine community through these Care Packages via Makers Air in Fort Lauderdale.
Staniel Cay’s community and the SCYC Staff have always made visitors feel welcomed with warm smiles and open arms. However, today, Staniel Cay is among the many islands who have been closed for preventative measures to protect the community. And although the Exumas have been fortunate to be completely free of COVID-19, they are still feeling the effects of this pandemic.So many of you have reached out and asked what you can do to help support them during this time. We are happy to announce that the Staniel Cay Yacht Club in conjunction with Makers Air, is spearheading a Care Package Initiative for the employees of the Staniel Cay Yacht Club and the entire community of Staniel Cay.We will be procuring and assembling care packages of food and household items at the Makers Air hangar in Fort Lauderdale to be flown to Staniel Cay. Upon arrival, our team will personally deliver each care package to the individual households on the island.If you are financially able to assist in this difficult time, and so inclined, please show your support by donating to this cause in one of two ways:- We will be selling a special, limited edition dri-fit shirt to raise funds for care packages. 100% of profits from the sale of the shirt will go to the cause. Please click the link below to purchase.
- If you prefer not to receive a limited edition shirt, follow the link below and make a direct donation to the Care Package fund.
We appreciate all of your support in showing Staniel Cay and the staff of SCYC how much they are loved during this time! Our goal is to raise $10,000 which will cover the direct cost of 100 care packages.Thank you and we look forward to seeing you on Staniel Cay again soon!
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Outboard Service Available! Safe Harbor City Boatyard, Charleston, SC
Safe Harbor City Boatyard, formerly Charleston City Boatyard, a subsidiary of Safe Harbor Marinas, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is found on the northern reaches of the Wando River north of red marker #40.
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Outer Banks Parks Visitor Services to Increase
The National Park Service starting May 22 will offer more services to visitors of Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial.
Outer Banks Parks Visitor Services to Increase
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“Motor Pool” in the Bahamas
Another unprecedented situation caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Thanks to Greg Allard for sharing.
This photo appears in today’s Wall Street Journal, with the following caption:
“Cruise ships idled off the coast of the Great Harbour Cay, Bahamas, as seen by satellite.
PHOTO: EUROPEAN SPACE AGENCY VIA MAXAR TECHNOLOGIES”A check of AIS shows the same situation. It’s sad to see the Bahamas become a dumping and storage ground for these ships.
Greg Allard
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- Reply to Passe
If you use Marine Traffic or other AIS mapper and pan about the Bahamas and FL, you will see even more. Sad for the trapped crews. I think they are getting bunkered and provisioned occassionally though.
- Reply to George
Cruise ships are not allowed to dump over board. They are equipped to treat sewage water, grey water, etc…
- Reply to Dude
No fan of cruise ships but these vessels are not placed in a "dumping" ground as the poster suggested.
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When is a Boat Not a Boat?
Our thanks to Ted Arisaka for posting this article in Save Georgia’s Anchorages.
When a Boat Isn’t: Supreme Court Decides
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The Story of Shad Boats by David Cecelski
Historian David Cecelski introduces his 12-part series, “The Story of Shad Boats,” that explores the origins, construction and history of the workboats found on the North Carolina coast in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The Story of Shad Boats
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NC Coastal Communities Adjust Restrictions
North Carolina State Parks announced this week that trails and restrooms at its parks statewide will open Saturday, including Carolina Beach State Park, Click Here To View the North Carolina Cruisers Net’s Marina Directory Listing For the Camden TDA/Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center“>Dismal Swamp State Park, Fort Fisher State Recreation Area, Fort Macon State Park, Goose Creek State Park, Hammocks Beach State Park, Jockey’s Ridge State Park and Pettigrew State Park. This is good news for cruisers wanting to experience the Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR!
Coastal Communities Adjust Restrictions
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East to West Transit of the Okeechobee Waterway
Our thanks to Gene Faatz for sharing his navigation of Lake Okeechobee. Few of us cruisers ever get to see 26kts, so it is interesting to read his report.
Other than a couple of canoes and crew boats we saw very, very little boat traffic on the St. Lucie River to the St. Lucie Lock. After locking through with a 10 ft. lift it was smooth cruising at 26 kts. all the way to the Port Mayaca Lock which was open for pass through. When clearing the lock and entering Lake “O” it is VERY shallow with depths going down to about 4 ft. and you MUST favor the green markers and idle for about 3/4 of a mile to deeper water. The lake has plenty of water even though it was officially at 11.3 ft. all the way to Clewiston at 26 kts., but at the junction of the rim canal it has shoaled on the NW corner but all was good to the Moore Haven Lock which at this time is about a 1 ft. drop.
Gene FaatzClick Here To View the Okeechobee Waterway Cruisers’ Net Bridge Directory Listing For St. Lucie Lock
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Good Visit to Church Creek Anchorage, SC AICW Statute Mile 487.5
As you can tell from the comments of Charlie and Jackie, Church Creek is a long-time favorite anchorage. Church Creek anchorage lies 18 miles south of Charleston. Church Creek, with 13-22 ft. depths, indents the eastern flank of the AICW’s hard by marker #77.
3-27-2020- back in one of our favorite anchorages- Church Crk, about mm 486.8. We always go farther into crk than most- quieter! Anchor held first time- never dragged here before. Great Verizon, 19 over air TV, normal tidal current, no shopping or dog walking. Plenty of swing room for many large boats. Beautiful view is worth the stop. Some protection from southerly wind- more of a moderate weather anchorage. This is in top 5 of our favorites- been here well over 12 times- and will be back in future.
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NC Outer Banks Lift Visitor Restrictions May 16
Visitor restrictions will be lifted beginning at 12:01 a.m. Saturday, May 16, for Dare, Hyde and Currituck counties, including Manteo, home to Manteo Waterfront Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR.
Dare County Board of Commissioners Chairman Bob Woodard announces entry for visitors.
Visitor restrictions will be lifted beginning at 12:01 a.m. Saturday, May 16, for Dare, Hyde and Currituck counties.
The three counties worked together to make the decision after Gov. Roy Cooper Tuesday issued Executive Order 138 that modified the state’s stay-at-home rder and transition to Phase 1 of slowly easing certain COVID-19 restrictions and made the announcement Wednesday morning.
Visitors will be permitted entry to Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, Manteo, Hatteras Island, Roanoke Island, Dare County mainland, Currituck County Outer Banks and Ocracoke Island. Visitors are encouraged to contact their accommodations provider to confirm reservation and arrival plans.
Allowing visitors on May 16 will allow seven days for local businesses, attractions, and accommodations providers to prepare for the arrival of visitors following the new business operating requirements put in place by the governor’s order, according to the counties.
Entry restrictions for visitors to mainland Hyde County were lifted at 5 a.m. Wednesday, Hyde announced. Ocracoke nonresident property owners will be allowed entry May 11. All nonresident property owners should bring their own supplies to sustain themselves in their homes as much as possible such as groceries, medication, paper products and other essentials.
Officials reminded visitors that the pandemic is not over and state and local restrictions are in effect including:
- Social distancing guidelines.
- Gatherings limited to 10 people or less.
- Restaurants operating on a takeout or delivery basis only.
- Limits on the number of people allowed into stores.
- Continued closure of personal care and grooming businesses and entertainment businesses without retail or dining.
Visitors are encouraged to wear a mask or cloth face covering in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain. Officials stressed CDC recommendations to not travel if you are sick or were exposed within 14 days to COVID-19.
Learn More
- Dare County: www.darenc.com/covid19.
- Ocracoke Island: http://hydecountync.gov/
ocracoke-covid/index.php - Hyde County: http://hydehealth.com/public-
health/ - Currituck County: https://co.currituck.nc.us/
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- Reply to James
Ocracoke and Manteo, here we come…
- Reply to Cruisers
Awesome…tell Carl Jordan in Manteo that Cruisers Net sends its very best to one hell of marina manager.😎
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