Waterways Commission Addresses Shoaling
It’s deja vu all over again for Hatteras Inlet’s South Ferry Channel, much to the chagrin of the Dare County Waterways Commission.
Waterways Commission Addresses Shoaling
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When World War II Was On the Outer Banks
Once the United States entered World War II, the battles fought in the Atlantic off the North Carolina coast changed the way of life for those that called the Outer Banks home.
When World War II Was On the Outer Banks
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If you don’t know the story, find out about the British Cemetery on Okracoke. One of the most touching stories I have ever heard.
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Yes Bob we know that story. What a period in time. Thanks for reminding us as there are so many who visit and may miss that special resting place for the lads from Britain.
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Lost History: Search For Village Abandoned – Coastal Review Online
Archaeologists point to land on the west side of Bath Creek as the likely site of the Native American village Secotan, but despite evidence, study here abruptly ended. This is the third in a series relating to the history of Pamlico Sound. See also The 1585 Circumnavigation of Pamlico Sound and Mapping Pamlico Sound.
Lost History: Search For Village Abandoned
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Mapping Pamlico Sound: The Secotan Site – Coastal Review Online
In Coastal Review Online’s continuing series on the 1585 circumnavigation of Pamlico Sound, historian Kevin Duffus shares his evidence pointing to the Native American village of Secotan’s location.
Mapping Pamlico Sound: The Secotan Site
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NC’s First Sea Level Rise Report, 10 Years On
The original state report on sea level rise in 2010 yielded controversy rather than policy changes to address the problem, but officials say there’s response happening now at the state and local levels
NC’s First Sea Level Rise Report, 10 Years On
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Dredge Plan Approved for Oregon Inlet, Pamlico Sound, NC
As the first inlet into NC waters south of the Chesapeake, Oregon Inlet is very tempting to offshore cruisers. HOWEVER, Oregon Inlet is notorious for shoaling, keeping the USCG busy relocating ATONs. Even with this dredging project, Cruisers Net still recommends attempting navigation ONLY with shoal draft and good local knowledge.
Park Service OKs Oregon Inlet Dredge Plan
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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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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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Ocracoke and Manteo, here we come…
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Awesome…tell Carl Jordan in Manteo that Cruisers Net sends its very best to one hell of marina manager.😎
Disaster Recovery Bill Clears Legislature, Ocracoke, NC
This definitely good news for Ocracoke, a popular port for cruisers .
Click here for Disaster Recovery Bill Clears Legislature
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FEMA Denies Individual Assistance, but Approves More Assistance to Outer Banks Communities
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has denied North Carolina’s application to provide assistance to individuals in Dare, Hyde, Carteret and New Hanover counties who suffered losses due to Hurricane Dorian, OBX Today reported Wednesday. On 10/20 Fema granted request for additional funding to the community.
FEMA Denies Individual Assistance Request
Coastal Review Online and OBX Today10/21 FEMA Grants Request for More Assistance
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An Invitation from Manteo, NC, Pamlico Sound
A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, Manteo Waterfront Marina is located on the western shores of Doughs Creek, northwest of marker #10. And Manteo Waterfront Marina now has slips available for annual lease!
Click here for the Cruisers Net Focus-On article about the marina and town.
For the coming southbound cruising season, hurricane Dorian did not spare everyone and has some of our marinas closed along North Carolina’s outer banks. But all has not been lost by a long shot. So as you plan your cruise south this Fall, now more than ever is a great time to explore and discover all that is dotted along the rivers and coastal areas of North Carolina. There are two approaches to the “Old North State” from Virginia, one will take you down the interesting Dismal Swamp Canal and the other through Coinjock,NC into the North River. Either way there are an abundance of quaint, historic, fun places to visit.Lets start with Manteo, NC, invitingly off the well worn path of the ICW, but refreshingly invigorating and such a fun place to visit.Dockmaster, and longtime resident, Carl Jordan of Manteo Waterfront Marina, is extending an invitation to all boaters to visit Manteo, NC, Carl is rolling out Manteo’s red carpet of hospitality, gratefully sharing the welcoming warmth of this coastal land mark town along North Carolina’s outer reaches. The marina was spared major damage from Dorian, with only a few slips being impacted but their transient docks are fully operational and the towns delightful amenities are all open to serve you.When you take Carl up on his offer to stay at the Manteo Waterfront Marina, you not only find hospitality galore, but you will be docked at the center of Manteo’s waterfront activities; the waterfront gazebo, picnic areas, and the Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse, and the George Washington Creef Boathouse. Indeed the center of Manteo, is the Manteo Waterfront Marina. Manteo and Roanoke Island are such a part of our nations history and offers visitors several days filled with interesting activities. One rapidly approaching event is schedule for the weekend of October 26th, and the Wooden Boat Show. This is always a fun event filled with some very interesting crafts…and boats !!Coming down from the north at around MM 070 leave the charted ICW on a heading of about 126* for what some call “The Alternate ICW” into Roanoke Sound, approx 14 NM, to enjoy some of North Carolina’s historic and charming ports of call. The first on the list when heading south is The town of Manteo and your host, the Manteo Waterfront Marina. Here’s what some have had to say about hanging out in Manteo for several days at Manteo Waterfront Marina:
“ The town dock here in Manteo is a great location from which to enjoy local activities and tour the Outter Banks.
Based on our trip up the Pamlico if weather is favorable in the future we will use this route verses the Pungo Canal etc to go north and south as we have done that route a number of times now and advantages are out weighed by the abundance of stumps and deadheads that are ever present –”
“What a swell place to spend a couple of days. There is an excitement in the air as if something was about to happen. Children actually play in the streets here. The waterfront invites residents and tourists alike to walk along its length. BBQ pits and picnic tables! Park benches! I keep looking over my shoulder to see if Norman Rockwell is drawing all this, or is it really happening. “Here’s a brief but excellent video that will give you a skippers perspective on Manteo Waterfront Marina and the town of Manteo:https://youtu.be/M7i95bE__X8
The Manteo Waterfront Marina is located in a tranquil setting less than a mile from the Roanoke Sound. It is a small, deep, and well-protected harbor, and can accommodate vessels up to 150 feet in length. The marina has only 53 slips available, making it perfect for that extra personal service. There are approximately 20 transient slips and 33 slips dedicated to seasonal and annual boaters. Rates are based on length-of-stay and size of boat. We also offer arrangements for repairs, haul out, rental cars, and shuttle services to nearby airports in Manteo and Norfolk, VA. Pump out service is available at the marina and fuel is available nearby.Casual dining, shopping, and supplies are all within walking distance of the marina.All slips feature 30 and 50 amp power, cable television, and free wireless Internet access. The air conditioned comfort station located at the marina features separate men’s and women’s bathrooms, clean showers, and coin operated washer and dryer. Boaters come to Manteo for its coastal charm and relaxed atmosphere.The Town of Manteo also provides free overnight tie-up with no services on a “space available” basis; or you may anchor in good holding between the Waterfront Gazebo and Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse and take your dinghy to the dock.
Here is a link to a video to help you with your entrance to their channel if needed…
https://townofmanteo.com/index.asp?SEC=78DEF008-87F3- 4FAE-9CED-AEE39B6B5A35&DE= B8F588D8-6EB3-476D-A6E8- 3C6009483FF2&Type=B_BASIC And after several peaceful, fun, relaxing and enjoyable days in Manteo, consider the Albemarle Loop where other towns and marinas, that were spared the wrath of Dorian, have their welcome mats out and offer even more southern hospitality, local events and culinary delights to tease and please your appetites. Check out the Albemarle Loop and all that the participating marinas offer https://www. albemarleloop.com/
And for goodness sake, as you head on south, there are many other “boater’s paradises” along the western shores of North Carolina’s rivers and sounds. All with their unique contributions to your cruising enjoyment and experiences.
This year, the Fall of 2019, we encourage you to enjoy more of what is often passed by or only briefly enjoyed. That old saying, “It’s not just the destination, it is the journey” is loaded with truth. So create those special smiles that can not be erased, make your journey the objective or destination.
Wishing all blue skies, gentle breezes, good health and good time. Carl Jordan, Your Host, Manteo Waterfront Marina, Manteo, NCClick Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Manteo Waterfront Marina
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Ocracoke is Recovering, Pamlico Sound, NC
This is good news for cruisers to this popular port in the NC Outer Banks. See also Recovery Process.
Ocracoke In Recovery Mode, Awaiting Relief
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LNM: Coast Guard Seeks Your Help to Stop Fake Mayday Calls
Abuse of the maritime radio frequencies is a serious offense and hurts all boaters. If you can help in determining the source of fake calls, please contact the Coat Guard.
Audio Release U.S. Coast Guard 5th District Mid-Atlantic
Contact: 5th District Public Affairs
Office: (757) 398-6272
After Hours: (757) 434-7712
5th District online newsroomCoast Guard seeks public’s help to identify hoax caller near Pamlico Sound, NC
Editors’ Note: Audio edited to omit profanity. Please email d5de@uscg.mil to request audio including profanity.
WILMINGTON, N.C. — The Coast Guard would like the public’s help to identify a suspected hoax caller who has made numerous hoax radio transmissions originating from the Pamlico Sound and Oregon Inlet area.
“The Coast Guard is committed to saving lives,” said Capt. Bion Stewart, the commander of Sector North Carolina. “When someone makes a hoax distress call, we are required to respond. This uses up our limited resources, which may reduce our ability to respond to mariners actually in danger.”
Sector North Carolina watchstanders have received several suspected or confirmed hoax radio calls believed to be from the same individual.
The calls in the Pamlico Sound were made on VHF-FM marine radio channel 16, a channel designated only for hailing and distress calls. The caller has stated that they were “going down” and regularly broadcasts “mayday” or “help” along with a string of other calls, including profanity.
Penalties for making a false distress call can include up to 10 years in prison, $250,000 in fines, plus the cost incurred by the search.
In 2014, Homer Lewis Blackburn from Atlantic Beach was sentenced to 18 months in prison and fined $288,390.80 for making false distress calls to the Coast Guard. Blackburn made a “mayday” call to the Coast Guard claiming he was sinking and abandoning his boat near Cape Lookout and Shackleford Banks. The Coast Guard led a search effort involving the U.S. Marines, the National Park Service and a private salvage company.
“Hoax calls are not funny, nor are they clever,” Stewart said. “They are irresponsible and dangerous. Have no doubt, we are committed to identifying and stopping those who are making hoax calls.”
If you have any information leading to the identification of a hoax caller, please contact the Coast Guard Investigative Service (CGIS) through the Sector North Carolina command center at 910-343-3880. Information leading to the successful identification of the hoax caller may be subject to a reward from CGIS.
A call is considered a hoax when there is an intent to deceive the Coast Guard or emergency responders.
A search using an HC-130 Hercules airplane costs approximately $15,000 per hour, and an MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter operates at approximately $10,000 per hour. Boat rescues costs top out at approximately $5,000 per hour.
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LNM: REMINDER: Hazards of North Carolina Coastal Inlets
Today’s Local Notice on Barden Inlet and the still valid 2016 Local Notice that follows are reminders of the extensive shoaling in many inlets and in the corresponding Waterway intersections, as listed in Cruisers Net’s Problem Stretches for every southeast state.
NC BARDEN INLET ATON / SHOALINGMARINERS ARE ADVISED THAT SIGNIFICANT SHOALING EXISTS IN BARDEN INLET AND BACK SOUND BETWEEN BARDEN INLET BUOY 8 (LLNR 29180 [34°37.4681N / 076°31.9342W, 34.624469 / -76.532237]) AND BARDEN INLET BUOY 15 (LLNR 29210 [34°38.0510N / 076°31.1867W, 34.634183 / -76.519779]) TO AN AVERAGE CHANNEL DEPTH OF LESS THAN 3 FEET AT MLW. UNDER THE CURRENT CONDITION OF THE INLET, THE AIDS TO NAVIGATION CAN NO LONGER BE CONFIGURED TO SAFELY MARK A PASSABLE CHANNEL AND THE AIDS TO NAVIGATION WILL BE DISCONTINUED. TWO DANGER SHOAL BUOYS WILL BE PLACED AT EACH END OF THE REMOVED SECTION. MARINERS ARE ADVISED TO USE EXTREME CAUTION WHILE NAVIGATING THIS AREA.
NC – HAZARDS OF NORTH CAROLINA COASTAL INLETS
This notice is to notify mariners about accessing hazardous inlets, to heighten public awareness about the hazards that exist in and around the inlets, and to provide the mariner with available information. Mariners are advised that shoaling conditions exist at following North Carolina coastal inlets:
Oregon Inlet
Hatteras Inlet
Ocracoke Inlet
Barden Inlet
Beaufort Inlet
Bogue Inlet
New River Inlet
Topsail Inlet
Masonboro Inlet
Carolina Beach Inlet
Lockwoods Folly Inlet
Shallotte Inlet
Shoaling conditions increase the potential for groundings. These inlets are subject to continual and sometimes rapid environmental changes. Mariners are highly encouraged to obtain the most recent U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wilmington, North Carolina District hydrographic survey information, centerline waypoints and controlling depth at: http://www.saw.usace.army.mil/Missions/Navigation/HydrographicSurveys.aspx
Mariners should use caution when navigating in these areas and passage through the inlets is not recommended without local knowledge of the area. The aids to navigation in these inlets may not be charted and may not be marking best water due to continually shifting shoals. Consult Local Notice to Mariners, 5th Coast Guard District for the latest positions and status of aids to navigation: https://www.navcen.uscg.gov/?ageName=lnmDistrict®ion=5
To report any aids to navigation discrepancies (missing, damaged, off station, extinguished lights), shoaling, hazards to navigation, or discrepancies on bridge lighting, please contact Sector North Carolina Command Center (910) 343-2200. LNM 17/16Be the first to comment!
Information Requested on Core Sound Depths, south of Pamlico Sound, NC
Core Sound exits the southeast corner of Pamlico Sound and parallels the western shore of Core Bank south to Cape Lookout. Portions have well marked channels and other stretches less well marked, if at all. Also, many markers have been changed recently, see Numerous Changes. If you run the sound regularly or recently, let us hear from you.
Has anyone traveled the length of the Core Sound (North Carolina) recently? If so, what is the approximate controlling depth? I am wondering if a sailboat drawing 3-1/2′ can safely transit the sound, or if not, if a power boat drawing 2-1/2′ can make it through.
Thanks,
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Thanks, the point was to travel the sound rather than to get some place.
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You can most likely make it with a 3 ft. draft. However, your chartplotter will be close to useless. The markers change all the time. I do not know your routing but you may want top consider other ways to proceed. If you are going to Beauford or Morehead City the Neuse River and Adams Creek have a lot more water
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Alternate Dockage to Alligator River Route, east of Albemarle Sound, NC
With the upcoming closures of the Alligator River Bridge, alternate routes to avoid the bridge are being suggested. Longtime friend of Cruisers’ Net and other cruisers, George Barr, offers this information on Manteo area dockage, including Manteo Waterfront Marina, A CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, located on the western shores of Doughs Creek, northwest of marker #10.
The Manteo Town docks are free for 1 night…no services. No reservations. There are 3 spots suitable for drafts of 5’+… lots of other slips for those with 4.5′ or less at white lighthouse. Call Manteo Town MARINA if you need directions to the free areas. You are also free to anchor in the triangle formed by the white lighthouse, the brown topped gazebo and channel marker #10. Dinghys tie up at base of lighthouse dock.
Manteo Town Marina has slips available @ $1.65/ft with all amenities (wifi/elec./cableTV/showers etc) but suggest reservations as the bridge closing may fill things up quickly. Call Carl Jordan/Dockmaster 252-473-3320.Shallowbag Bay Marina also has transient slips and fuel @ (252) 305-8726
Pirates Cove Marina just before the Baum Bridge to starboard has slips and high speed fuel. 252-473-3906
Email info@fishpiratescove.comRemember that daylight savings ends Saturday nite [11/4]… so plan your daylight travel accordingly!
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Ocracoke Island Under Mandatory Evacuation, Pamlico Sound, NC
The Latest: Ocracoke Island under mandatory evacuation order from ABC News
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Capsize in Oregon Inlet, Pamlico Sound, Outer Banks, NC
Reminder: NO BOAT IS LARGE ENOUGH FOR INLET NAVIGATION WITH A HURRICANE IMMEDIATELY OFFSHORE! And Oregon Inlet is notorious for shoaling and precarious under normal weather conditions. Cruisers’ Net recommends attempting navigation ONLY with good local knowledge.
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LNM: Newly Formed Island Dubbed Shelley Island, Cape Hatteras, NC
Shelley Island is off the southern tip of Cape Hatteras. See /165551 for an article and photos.
NC – CAPE HATTERAS – NEW ISLAND
Dangerous rip currents have been reported around a newly formed island known as Shelley Island, off Cape Hatteras in approximate 35°12’50” N, 075°31’39”W. Swimming to and from the island is strongly discouraged. To report emergencies or if there are any questions or concerns, mariners should contact Coast Guard Sector North Carolina at (910) 343-3882. Chart 11555 LNM 27/17Be the first to comment!
New Island Appears Off U.S. Coast
Will this be a permanent addition to the Outer Banks or just a visitor until the next hurricane?
A new island has emerged off North Carolina’s Cape Hatteras, with speed that has surprised observers and tourists alike. PHOTOGRAPH BY CHAD KOCZERA
New Island Appears Off U.S. Coast
It appeared out of nowhere in April just off North Carolina’s Outer Banks—a new land mass poking through the surf, a brand new Atlantic Ocean island.CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY by Craig Welch of National Geographic
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