Shared Photo – Turn the Corner
A screen shot submitted by Winston Fowler. Let’s hope we “turn the corner” on COVID soon!
A screen shot submitted by Winston Fowler. Let’s hope we “turn the corner” on COVID soon!
A federal judge has thrown out the Trump administration’s rule that gutted water quality protections put in place during the Obama administration. The challenge of the Trump rule was brought by six Native American tribes, who were represented by Earthjustice.
The Trump WOTUS revision removed protections for 18% of streams and 51% of wetlands in the U.S.
Federal judge vacates Trump-era WOTUS rule replacement
CoastalReview.org
Photographer Charles Farrell captured how mullet fishermen in the fall of 1938 “made do,” as historian David Cecelski explains, on Bald Head Island during the Great Depression. Bald Head Island Marina is a CRUISERS NET SPONSOR!
Our Coast’s History: Varnamtown’s Fishermen 1938
CoastalReview.org
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Geographer Roger Payne has recently published his second reference guide to the names of places along the Outer Banks.
Geographer explains what’s in Outer Banks place names
CoastalReview.org
If you spot a stranded or entangled leatherback, loggerhead, green or Kemp’s ridley sea turtles, call the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Sea Turtle Stranding and Disentanglement Network for help at 866-755-6622.
Report stranded, entangled sea turtles to NOAA’s hotline
CoastalReview.org
Through Charles Farrell’s photographs of Sneads Ferry in the 1930s, historian David Cecelski learned the stories and people of Onslow County fishing village.
Our Coast’s History: Remembering 1930s Sneads Ferry
CoastalReview.org
More watercraft were involved in crashes along the Intracoastal Waterway in Myrtle Beach than anywhere else in the state last year, according to a 2020 report from the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources.
Intracoastal Waterway in Myrtle Beach leading state in boat crashes, data shows
WBTV.com/news
Safety concerns increase as more boaters enjoy the Intracoastal Waterway | WPDE
wpde.com
We made the mistake, while traveling north on the ICW, of passing through the Myrtle Beach section on a Sunday in April. It was awful. We are in a 36foot sailboat. There were many many jet skis buzzing past, swerving in and out. Power boats passing us very closely! It was the most dangerous part of our trip.
Susan Woods Bamonto don’t forget the over loaded boats and some towing people on tubes…and the day started so beautifully.
I'm not surprised the Myrtle Beach area ICW leads in boat crashes. We see all kinds of craziness whenever we travel through there and I have a photo that says it all.
The Lowcountry Maritime School of Charleston, SC was organized to promote and support their primary mission: educating youth through boatbuilding and maritime skills.
Click here for LMS August 2021 Newsletter
Cruisers Net Team Member, Winston Fowler, took this photo of a dinghy from Highfield Boats, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, at Staniel Cay Yacht Club, also a CRUISERS NET SPONSOR!
A longtime CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, Dowry Creek Marina is under new management and ownership by the Zeltner family who want to roll out the red carpet to transients, doing whatever you might need during your visit. This highly praised and transient friendly marina lies off the AICW/Pungo River north of Belhaven, NC.
Dowry Creek Named NC Clean Marina
Marina Dock Age
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What a wonderful marina to stay at. Clean, organized and friendly. Will always be a part of our travels. Thanks to all staff.
There is always plenty to do around Charlotte Harbor, especially during the Summer and Fall. 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.
Fishermen’s Village September Calendar of Events and Entertainment
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Gulfport Municipal Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, and the City of Gulfport always have a full calendar of events for all ages. The marina and harbor, found on the northern shores of Boca Ciega Bay, are easily accessible from the Western Florida ICW, just north of Tampa Bay.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this weekend’s performance of “Hooked on a Bad Spirit” has been cancelled. At this moment no makeup date has been scheduled. For questions and refunds, please call Tron at 754-367-1492.
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Registration is currently open to participate in the 14th Annual Intracoastal Waterway Cleanup on Saturday, September 4 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event attracts volunteers with a passion for protecting and enjoying nature by removing the trash within their developments or along city paths, walkways, and waterways.
Join the City of Palm Coast for the 14th Annual Intracoastal Waterway Cleanup | City of Palm …
palmcoastgov.com
This photo of reckless boating on the ICW in Myrtle Beach was submitted in support of comments made by Phil Barbalace regarding Myrtle Beach Leads State in Intracoastal Waterway Boat Crashes. Thank you for sharing Phil! One picture says more than a thousand words.
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David Cecelski looks further into the work of photographer Charles A. Farrell, who documented fishing communities across the North Carolina coast in 1930s, including the menhaden industry in Beaufort and Southport.
Our Coast’s History: Menhaden Fishing Days
CoastalReview.org
Climate change is changing Earth in ways that are “unprecedented” and “irreversible,” according to a report released by the United Nations on Monday.
‘Unprecedented’ and ‘irreversible’: U.N. releases blistering assessment of the state of climate change
United Nations
Gulfport Municipal Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, and the City of Gulfport always have a full calendar of events for all ages. The marina and harbor, found on the northern shores of Boca Ciega Bay, are easily accessible from the Western Florida ICW, just north of Tampa Bay.
GECKO BALL POSTPONED
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Human-caused warming has led to an “almost complete loss of stability” in the system that drives Atlantic Ocean currents, a new study has found — raising the worrying prospect that this critical aquatic “conveyor belt” could be close to collapse.
A critical ocean system may be heading for collapse due to climate change, study finds
The Washington Post
A Crucial System of Ocean Currents Is Faltering, Research Suggests
The New York Times
Climate Scientists Detect Warning Signs of Gulf Stream Collapse
EcoWatch
Seriously , Is this some what like the movie on this same subject ??
Lee Starling, who’s known as “Lobster Lee” in Key West, has been diving for spiny lobster and other fish for more than 25 years. While scouting his various spots before opening day, Starling said he thinks the lobsters may have checked in early to the Keys. The season runs August 6 to March 31.
CHASIN’ TAILS: LOBSTER SEASON OPENED AUG. 6
Keys Weekly
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