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Nov 30, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 26.0146,-80.11929999
The Bad, then the Good from Hollywood Municipal Marina, AICW Statute Mile 1071.5

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Thank you Skipper Clueless for sending what amounts to a retraction to your earlier report. SSECN is glad to hear of the needed improvements to be made. Hollywood Municipal Marina lies south of AICW marker #40, on the southern shores of North Lake.
I’ll start by saying, this is beyond `you get what you pay for!’ Spend the money, and go somewhere else! When we made the reservation, we were told that they had 50 amp electric. NOT! We pulled in late (at dusk), and there was know one to answer the radio. I had called ahead, and was given our slip assignment. Once in the slip, we discovered that they only had 30 amp. We found the `security’ guard that checked us in, and asked about moving to where they had 50 amp service. He laughed and said: `don’t know what to tell ya, except you won’t use much fuel to run your generator!’ Since it was dark at this point, we had no choice than to stay in the slip, and run the generator for power. This place is ridiculous! They also would not take cash! LEGAL TENDER!! Had to use a credit card!! Also, had to fill out 3 pages of legal mumbo jumbo! They insisted on a copy of our insurance! All this, and NO POWER! Ugh! Never again.
Still Clueless
Happy Ending!
I would like to add (or subtract) from my previous post:
Since writing this review, I was contacted by the NEW dock master who explained and addressed each and everyone of my issues. Has also provided a full refund for the stay. This marina is in dire need of several upgrades, and he has assured me that everything addressed will be in the works (if not already) for updating and change. They will immediately start taking cash! I promised, I would return once I have heard of the changes. They are a very inexpensive marina, and in a wonderful location. If you want to give them a try, just ASK about power prior to booking 🙂
Still Clueless
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Nov 28, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 33.9209,-78.23629999
A Report from AICW/Lockwoods Folly Intersection, Statute Mile 321

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The intersection of the ICW and Lockwoods Folly has been a Problem Stretch for years and requires almost annual dredging. Recent reports like this one confirm shoaling here, /?p=150841. SSECN stills recommends Mid to high tide for passage through Lockwoods Folly.
The next day, Tuesday 11/24/15 I approached the intersection of the AICW and the Lockwood Folly Inlet. A southbound tug was attempting to go through, but was too close to G47 and hit the shoal several times, but was able to power its way through. The next boat through was a northbound sailboat that went aground, but after approximately a half hour was able to free itself and get through. The sailboat also was too close to G47. I passed through keeping well to the right of G47 and had 16 Ft of water. After passing G47, I turned to port and headed directly to R48, however the depth dropped down to as low as 4.5 ft. Consequently use caution in this area. It was almost low tide when I went through. I have a Mainship390 Trawler with a 4 ft draft.
Capt Bill Favro
EASTNOR
Mainship390
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Nov 28, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 34.6063,-77.2359999
Another Report from the AICW/Browns Inlet Intersection, Statute Mile 237

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With the reported groundings and marker confusion at this intersection (/?p=153195), it is definitely wise to follow the advice SSECN has been giving for some time: do not follow the Magenta Line in this stretch of the ICW!
I went through the intersection of the AICW and Brown’s inlet southbound on Monday 11/23/15 at approximately low tide. A sailboat that had gone aground was being assisted by TowBoatUS. I waited until the sailboat was towed off the shoal before attempting our way through following the instructions that were posted by previous boaters. Markers R60 and G61 are in a straight line and look as if they are out of place. G61 is fairly close to shore. However by leaving R60 to starboard and zig zagging around G61 leaving it to port we got through without a problem. I went past G61 by keeping the boat in the center between the shore and G61. There was about 9 ft of water. I have a Mainship390 Trawler with a 4 ft draft.
Capt Bill Favro
EASTNOR
Mainship390
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Nov 28, 2015by: Larry Dorminy 1 Comment
FEC Railroad Bridge Comment Period and Proposed Regulations
Our thanks to Dave Legrow for sending this information on porposed FEC RR bridge regulations. Note that the comment period ends December 3!
Dave is responding to the posting of Jim Healy’s letter of protest to the USCG: /?p=153911
FEC Railroad Bridge Comment Period and Proposed Regulations
Unfortunately, only the FEC bridge on the New River is being addressed during this comment period. You can add comments until December 3rd at:
http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=USCG-2015-0271
Proposed regulations:
2. In Â§ 117.313, revise paragraphs (c), (d) and (e) to read as follows:
(c) The following requirements apply to the Florida East Coast Railway Railroad Bridge across the New River, mile 2.5, at Fort Lauderdale, FL:
1. The bridge shall be constantly tended.
2. The bridge tender will utilize a VHF-FM radio to communicate on channels 9 and 16 and may be contacted by telephone at 305-889-5572.
3. Signs will be posted displaying VHF radio contact information and telephone numbers for the bridge tender and dispatch. A countdown clock giving notice of time remaining before bridge closure shall remain at the bridge site and must be visible for maritime traffic.
4. A bridge log will be maintained including, at a minimum, bridge opening and closing times.
5. When the draw is in the fully open position, green lights will be displayed to indicate that vessels may pass.
6. When a train approaches, the lights go to flashing red and a horn starts four blasts, pauses, and then continues four blasts then the draw lowers and locks.
7. After the train has cleared the bridge, the draw opens and the lights return to green.
8. The bridge shall not be closed more than 60 minutes combined for any 120 minute time period beginning at 12:01 a.m. each day.
9. The bridge shall remain open to maritime traffic when trains are not crossing.
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Harold Robinson - December 4, 2015 - 2:15 pm

It is requested the new regulations pertaining to the FEC bridge on the New River also be applied to the FEC bridge over the St. Lucie River. The problems there are similar to the ones to be experienced at the New River crossing.
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Nov 27, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 27.7404,-82.69619999
Removing Derelict Vessels from Boca Ciega Bay, Gulfport, FL

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Our thanks to faithful contributor David Burnham for sending us this Facebook video by Dan Liedtke of a derelict vessel being removed from Boca Ciega Bay, which is home to SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, Gulfport Municipal Marina. The marina and harbor are found on the northern shores of Boca Ciega Bay and are easily accessible from the Western Florida ICW, just north of Tampa Bay.
https://www.facebook.com/DanRLiedtke/videos/1068989299805807/
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Nov 27, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 26.8317,-80.05499999
Old Port Cove Marina Beckons, North Palm Beach, AICW Statute Mile 1014

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A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, Old Port Cove is located on the western shore of the northern Lake Worth channel, near unlighted daybeacon #7.

Thanks to our tropical weather, boating and beaching opportunities never end here in the Palm Beaches. Take advantage of these handy links and enjoy all that our local waters have to offer whether on or off your boat.
Dive Palm Beach! What is an Artificial Reef? Palm Beach County has sunk 54 ships, about 105,000 tons of lime rock and about 77,000 tons of concrete to build about 100 reefs. Deep-water reefs several miles offshore are for certified divers, while snorkelers can see all kinds of sea life at underwater sheltered parks recently built at Phil Foster Park and Peanut Island. Artificial Reef Map

How did Peanut Island get it’s name? Learn more below and explore all things “Peanut.” Download the PDF at our link.
Explore All Things Peanut Island
The park is a favorite destination for boaters and provides numerous recreational opportunities for visitors. Fishing and snorkeling are popular activities in the beautiful clear waters that surround the island.

Are your Kids or Grandkids visiting? Beaches and State Parks are a great way to spend the day if you’re not taking the boat out. Check the handy links including web cams.
BEACHES & INLET CAMS OF P.B.CTY.
Know before you go! Check in with Cam! Play in the waters and the waves! Our beaches offer a little bit of everything for everyone.
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Beaches & Web Cams
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Nov 27, 2015by: Larry Dorminy 2 Comments
Phil Herl Reviews Sherer’s 2015 ICW Cruising Guide and Robert Sherer’s Response
Phil and Sandy Herl have been submitting marina reviews along their 2015 Fall migration and SSECN is grateful for their page by page comments on the Sherer text. Robert Sherer is author of 2015 ICW Cruising Guide: A guide to navigating the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. See /?p=150181.
CLICK HERE for the complete Review for Bob and Ann Sherer’s 2015 ICW Cruising Guide, as well as Author Sherer’s response.
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Stein A Holtbakk - November 27, 2015 - 5:53 pm

Hi
I do not know where the 140 hazards are. I have been up and down the ICW a few times and have a hard time thinking of 10 areas that are hazardous. I am sick of all the “experts?” making less experienced cruisers worry about the trip up and down the ICW. Whoever can find the 140 hazards would be better off staying home, at least better for the rest of us.
Happy cruising
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Robert Sherer - December 1, 2015 - 1:16 pm

Hi Stein,
I agree that traveling the ICW should be a pleasant experience with not having to worry about hazards along the way. In fact, if you travel through the shallow spots only at high tide there are no hazards, so far there is still enough water everywhere. Unfortunately, I cannot quite make all the shallows at just high tide and hit some at 1/2 or low tide. Such low spots are marked in Active Captain by a yellow marker (as well as missing markers and obstructions) which allows for comments by boaters. Whenever I pass through a yellow marker I update the Active Captain database for reference by other boaters. If you look at the shallow hazards in AC, almost all will show at least one boater and often more that went aground at that location.
Now some are more severe than others with some impassable at low tide like Hell Gate and, up until the dredging, the shallows north of the Ben Sawyer Bridge in Isle of Palms. Through others you may drag your keel at low tide depending on your draft like through Mud River, Ashepoo-Coosaw Cut Off, Jekyll Island and several others. It’s still good to know the best path for depth through these areas.
For other areas not so severe, there have still been boats going aground from encroaching shoals from one side or the other in the channel. In such cases there are deep water routes if you know them. The most famous one in this category are the shallows south of Fernandina where there is a shoal to 3 ft in the middle of the channel, recently marked on charts by the Coast Guard with a 3ft warning at low tide encompassing the entire area. However, there is a 10 ft route that avoids all the shoals (there are several shoals, not just the one in the middle) which I published on Cruisernet last month and is also posted on Active Captain.
After 5 years of traveling up and down the ICW I found many boaters use my posts on AC and several asked for all the information to be in one location. Looking around I found Amazon to be the easiest to use so I published a guide book there, “2015 ICW Cruising Guide”, both in hardcopy and ebook format. The ebook is only $4.95 but the hardcopy is $29.95 due to all the color pages.
Traveling the ICW should be a pleasant experience and knowing how to best avoid touching bottom keep you on an even keel, so to speak, allowing for more enjoyment along the way.
Good boating! Bob Sherer
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Nov 27, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 25.1238,-80.40669999
High Praise for Crew at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, Key Largo, FL

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The entrance channel to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park Marina is found off Hawk Channel, on the east side of Key Largo, at flashing red marker #2 which lies west, northwest of Hawk Channel marker #35 off Mosquito Bank.
I needed desperately to get to the pump out at the marina. I called ahead and told them I did not have a lot of experience running the 44 ft catamaran I was sailing thru keys with my family. They told me where to find the pump out dock. I asked about the wind and they informed me it was blowing hard onto the dock. Tough conditions. When I got in they had three captains at the dock to lend a hand. After one aborted attempt we docked well and safely in very challenging conditions. I sat and talked with them all about the exit off the dock and got some great advice. Got off safe and well. They are truly a fantastic group.
Cat Hopeful
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Nov 27, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 28.0772,-80.69999
Good Words for Melbourne Harbor Marina, AICW Statute Mile 919

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The Melbourne Harbor Marina entrance channel cuts west, abeam of unlighted daybeacon #6, south of the Melbourne twin, high-rise bridges.
This is a good marina, close to the great restaurants and good shops of downtown Melbourne.
Jane and Michael Tigar
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Nov 27, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments
“Lobflourabimp,” or maybe the “Shricraflouster”?
Here’s a nice bit of humor from Boatnation.com. At least it should aid in settling your tummy after yesterday’s gastronomic orgy!

“Lobflourabimp,” or maybe the “Shricraflouster”?
Most Americans already know, the end product of stuffing a boneless duck, inside a boneless chicken which is then stuffed inside a boneless turkey is a Tur-duck-en or Turducken. The men over at Guy Gourmet came up with a brilliant seafood version, but what do we call it?
It’s basically a crab cake mixture, including stuffed shrimp, stuffed into a flounder, which is then stuffed into a lobster. If you can come up with a better, or funnier, name for this delectable dish, post it on our Facebook page.
Why not mix things up and celebrate with seafood?
Remember, the first Pilgrims had seafood on their Thanksgiving menu.
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Nov 26, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 27.3153,-82.59819999
Shoaling at Entrance to New Pass, Sarasota, FL

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New Pass leads directly to the Sarasota waterfront and the entrance portion between the Entrance Light and Light 7 is constantly shifting.
FLORIDA – CHARLOTTE HARBOR TO TAMPA BAY – NEW PASS: Shoaling.
The U.S. Coast Guard has received a report of shoaling in the vicinity of New Pass Entrance Light NP (LLNR 21585/1345 [27°18.9185N / 082°35.8861W, 27.315309 / -82.598102]) and New Pass Channel Light 7 (LLNR 21620 [27°19.6814N / 082°35.2924W, 27.328024 / -82.588206]). The Entrance Channel is subject to continual change. Buoys are not charted because they are frequently shifted in position. Local knowledge recommended as the channel is constantly changing.
Chart 11425 LNM 47/15
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Nov 26, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments
Happy Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving Greetings
To All our Loyal Sponsors and to our Cruising and Boating Families
From The Salty Southeast Cruisers’ Net Team
The Salty Southeast Cruisers’ Net exists because of our loyal partner sponsors and the many cruising and boating families who use our site, contribute to our site’s content, and use the products and services of our loyal sponsors. We are deeply grateful for your confidence and for your timely submissions that support our motto, “Cruisers Helping Cruisers.” As cruisers, we are indeed blessed to have such wonderful and safe cruising areas supported by our Intracoastal Waterways.
So from our bridge to yours, God’s blessings and may your cruising be safe and most enjoyable.
“The Salty Southeast Cruisers’ Net Team”…..
Kaye Adams, Larry Dorminy, Winston Fowler, Curtis Hoff, Chris Spires
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Nov 25, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 27.4678,-80.3289999
Praise for Harbortown Marina, Fort Pierce, FL, AICW Statute Mile 965

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Harbortown Marina sits on the northern banks of Taylor Creek, which cuts into the Waterway’s western flank, south of unlighted daybeacon #184, just north of the Ft. Pierce Inlet.
This marina is reasonably priced, clean and well managed. The staff is very friendly and always willing to help. The best part is they care. You can tell by how clean everything is. And if something is broken, they fix it!
Douglass
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Nov 25, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 26.4387,-81.9199999
Good Words for Snook Bight Marina, Fort Myers Beach, FL

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Snook Bight Marina guards the northern shores of Estero Island, between markers #27 and #29, well east and southeast of the high-rise Fort Myers Beach Bridge, on the Mantanzas Pass channel
This is an excellent facility, with an outstanding ships store and a high quality boatyard with haul out. Added bonus is one of the best fine dining spots in the area, and the fact that a Publix super market is behind the marina. Great stop fir provisioning.
David Hughes
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Nov 25, 2015by: Larry Dorminy 1 Comment
Gulf Crossing Roll Call
This call for a fleet formation of Gulf crossing vessels is from our good friends at AGLCA.
Hey all,
We are moving to Panama City today To sort of get in position for our crossing. Since it has been awhile since the weather window opened many of us have taken Eddy’s advice and been slow floating Since getting off of the rivers. Loopers are strung out from Carrabelle back to Mobile. It looks like that when a opportunity finally arrives there will be a whole armada of us moving. It would be nice to know how many, who we are and planned crossing speed.
Probably not too early to get a roll call of vessels who are staged intending to cross at the next window since we are at many different ports right now. Our plans a capability:
Panama City until the window is a day or so away. Then Apalachacola or Carrabelle (if there will even be room). If no room we are capable of going direct from Panama City.
Boat speed 7 MPH to 25 MPH. Prefer 10 – 20.
Charlie and Kay Woodard
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Gaz - June 7, 2016 - 10:41 am

Charlie & Kay,
Keep in mind that scallop season starts the 25th of June which will be an issue gaining dockage the closer you get to this date. That said there are many nice marinas reminiscent of old time Florida along the Big Bend area. Don’t expect anything fancy but you will receive great friendship and clean accommodations. All the marinas I’ll mention can handle a 3 foot draft and then some. Be cautious of the depth in this area.
1) Swanne River ahs two: Swannee River marina 352 542 9159 & Gateway Marina 352 542 7349 Call the local BoatUS Tow for current channel depths and USE THE NORTH channel NOT the river.
2) Yankee Town; YT marina 352 447 2529; B’s talk with Helen 352-447-5888; Riverside 352-447-2890 This is one of my vavorite stops.
3) Crystal River: Petes’s 352 795 3302 & Twin River 352 795 3552 This area thinks highly of there dock space but if you’ve never been to Crystal River the stop might be nice.
4) Now to my favorite river the Steinhatchee: For a nice motel with dockage call Shelter Cove. They have recently been bought out by Ideal Marine so you can be the first to review them. 352 498 5707/352-210-1781. There are also Good Times Motel never been there 352 498-8088; SeaHag 352 498-3008 lots wakes; River Haven my favorite 352 498-0709/352-356=2904;
This is outland Florida so best to phone in advance to qualify all your requirements.
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Nov 23, 2015by: Larry Dorminy 6 Comments
Jim Healy Confronts All Aboard Florida
Buoyed by his success at influencing the Coast Guard in regard to the closures of the Belt Line RR Bridge in Norfolk, boating advocate, Jim Healy, has addressed the issue of RR bridge closures in south Florida as part of the new All Aboard Florida train schedules.
For Jim’s complete letter, CLICK HERE.
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Ron -  December 25, 2015 - 4:25 pm

When you threaten with civil forfeiture for no veritable legal reason, you really are doing “something” and you should have considered the legal consequences. This as was witnessed by roughly 45 some people at the FWC meeting in Bradenton. (McClash comments at FWC meeting/statements made in front of law enforcement officers who did absolutely nothing, did not even admonish or correct)
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Dick Mills -  December 18, 2015 - 2:21 pm

Charles said, “The actual company (http://www.allaboardflorida.com/) who is building out the route may not be aware that some of their intended plans will have any impact on the boating community, after all they are train people not boat people and I would guess that bridge closures are for building out the plant.”
You’re a bit behind the curve. They had public hearings in Jupiter and Stuart last fall, specifically to let boaters have their say. Many boaters attended and voiced their concerns. There were some good bridge opening schedule compromises suggested that claim to minimize inconvenience for boaters.
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Charles -  December 4, 2015 - 3:30 pm

This will be old news by the time I am anticipating being able to cruise anywhere in Florida, BUT, I need to ask the question, has anyone tried contacting the All Aboard Florida company about these issues?
The actual company (http://www.allaboardflorida.com/) who is building out the route may not be aware that some of their intended plans will have any impact on the boating community, after all they are train people not boat people and I would guess that bridge closures are for building out the plant.
If contact, as is going on with the Coast Guard, phrased in the same context didn’t work, or a favorable response, compromise wasn’t able to be reached then a few letters to the editors of the local papers might help.
This company doesn’t want bad publicity as they want to sell seats on their trains.
The wrong kind of publicity will have an impact on those sales.
Just a thought.
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Buzz -  November 27, 2015 - 3:22 pm

This will only make the traffic jams worse than they are now, in the heart of the City.
When the current runs hard, it is very difficult to maintain your position.
This will lead to increased collisions and safety concerns.
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Larry Moser -  November 24, 2015 - 7:26 am

One of our MTOA friends has a good point about these bridge closures. I suggest that if you were involved in any of these closures, please write to the Coast Guard. Our boating community provides a lot of taxes and financial benefits to all the communities along the ICW.
Larry Moser
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Kevin Koehl -  November 23, 2015 - 8:17 pm

Thank you Jim for a well thought, fact based response. I personally have experienced the frustrations at Titusville and St. Lucie with closed bridges for extended periods of time with no one to talk to……all before All Aboard Florida. I personally don’t want to experience swift currents, narrow channels, many boats trying to maneuver closely, and short tempers due to no one knowing when the torture is going to end. A bridge tender with a radio and no bridge control will be a little help to calm nerves of cruisers when you experience a closed bridge for extended times with no train crossing. Your letter calmly makes a compelling case that I would make with less facts and more anger.
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Nov 21, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments
FOCUS ON Staniel Cay Yacht Club, Exumas, Bahamas

Staniel Cay Yacht Club, A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, is a hub of activities, as well as that laid back Bahamian lifestyle.
Staniel Cay Yacht Club Makes Investment in Your Enjoyment
Over the years we have watched Staniel Cay Yacht Club make sure they were able to serve their customers without sacrificing or spoiling their “island atmosphere” and they have done an outstanding job. As their popularity has grown, they have worked hard to make sure everyone
has a great experience, beyond what they might have ever expected. To sustain and maintain this level of service, quality and charm, look at this latest investment in your enjoyment….
The Staniel Cay Yacht Club has expanded their capacity to serve in their dining room. Here’s the view as you park your dinghy for dinner.

Just look at all the windows; they are bringing the view right into the dining room.
Here’s a look from the inside looking out……

…and the original dining area is still part of the overall dining area and experience. Everything is just a little larger, so you and all your friends can enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner together !!

Staniel Cay is still the Bahamas quintessential “island atmosphere.”
And the Captains lounge area is still very much “Staniel Cay” charm.

Staniel Cay Yacht Club has been and remains a favorite Bahamas destination.
They are committed to making sure they can serve their loyal and new customers with the highest service standards.
We know, we’ve personally experienced their hospitality and it is indeed first class and five star !! The “laid back and enjoy” atmosphere is still very much their focus.
Staniel Cay knows how to make improvements while keeping the “main thing”…”the main thing” !!
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Nov 20, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments
Staniel Cay Airstrip Re-Opened, Exumas, Bahamas
The Staniel Cay airstrip has been closed since April, so this is good news for visitors to Staniel Cay. Staniel Cay Yacht Club continues to get very high marks from cruisers, as in /?p=126893, because, after all, they are a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR!!
Subject: Thank You: Airstrip Open!
Dear Staniel Cay Airport Supporters,
THANK YOU! Together, we did it! Our collective voice (and your many signatures!) encouraged action, and we are thrilled to report the re-opening of the Staniel Cay airport as of yesterday! The official notice can be seen at http://www.thebahamasweekly.com/publish/bis-news-updates/Staniel_Cay_Airport_Re-Opened_to_Air_Traffic45182.shtml
Once again, thank you so very much for your support and collective efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back to Staniel ‘“ as you land on our new and improved home airstrip!
Brooks Miller & Stephen Miller
on behalf of
Concerned Citizens of Staniel Cay & Vicinity
P.S. Our apologies for any duplication in emails as news of this exciting accomplishment spreads.
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Nov 19, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 31.0462,-81.4229999
High Praise for Jekyll Harbor Marina, AICW Statute Mile 684.5

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It is always nice to get good reviews and especially nice when it is on one of our SPONSORS! Jekyll Harbor Marina is one of my favorite stops – even Jimmy Buffett stops here! Jekyll Harbor Marina lies along the easterly banks of the AICW’s passage through Jekyll Creek, immediately south of the 65-foot fixed bridge.
Once safely through the shoals before the bridge, Jekyll Island Marina justifiably remains a favourite friendly stopover for boats of all shapes and sizes. Not only impeccable facilities but now they offer a courtesy golf cart enabling you to visit the brand new Beach Village stores and ogle at the huge mansions once owned by JP Morgan, Rockefeller and other “robber barons” of bygone years. Wonderful golf courses and even croquet amidst impeccable and super clean landscaping wherever you go. An onsite restaurant offers great local sea food dishes. Other amenities include a laundry, free WiFi, fish cleaning station, clean showers and fuel at competitive prices – I was able even to have Pisces pressure washed at very reasonable cost. Both staff and fellow boaters will do everything possible to make your stay pleasant and safe. During “snowbird” season, you might like to make a reservation either via VHF 16 or telephone (912) 635 3137. Undoubtedly a Five Star rating…….
Cap’n Parky
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Nov 17, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 31.1544,-81.49959999
Praise for Brunswick Landing Marina, off AICW Statute Mile 680

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Brunswick Landing Marina, a very popular facility with long term resident cruisers as well as transient cruisers sits well off the direct path of the Waterway, flanking the eastern banks of Academy Creek off Brunswick River, near the heart of downtown Brunswick, Georgia.
OK it’s around 5 miles off the ICW on the East River, but the extra mileage is well worth it. This is a first class marina at reasonably low cost. Immaculate floating slips, spotless restrooms and showers, free laundry, free to use BBQ and free beer. Diesel and Gas at competitive price. Nearby within walking distance are several restaurants including Thai, Chinese, Breakfast and goat curry. It’s a bike ride to an Autostore and a 5 mile taxi to the likes of Walmart, Publix and one of my favourites – Sonny BBQ. The marina accepts transients and liveaboards at competitive rates. You’re also likely to meet several of those intrepid Captains with tall masts who sail the world’s oceans. Contact the world’s friendliest Dockmaster on VHF 16 or Tel (912) 262 9264 AFTER you pass through 105 ft high cable bridge.. Five Star rating in my book.
Cap’n Parky
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