The second in a two-part series by author Kevin Duffus takes readers along with the Cape Fear lifesavers to save the crew from the wreckage of the Charles C. Dame on Frying Pan Shoals.
Cape Fear Lifesavers’ Daring 1893 Rescue
Coastal Review Online
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Author Kevin Duffus takes readers to the 1890s in this two-part series that looks at the U.S. Life-Saving Service and the daring rescues during dangerous storms by its crews on the North Carolina coast.
Saving the Crew of the Charles C. Dame
Coastal Review Online
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Oyster lovers will tell you that Carolina oysters are extra special. It is great that these oyster beds in Pamlico Sound are being regrown. The North Carolina Coastal Federation is partnering with the state Division of Marine Fisheries to add 15 acres of new oyster reef habitat in Pamlico Sound.
Pamlico Oyster Reef Habitat to Grow 15 Acres
Coastal Review Online
The beautiful Oak Island area is also home to three CRUISERS NET SPONSORS: Southport Marina, Deep Point Marina and Bald Head Island Marina – three more reasons to visit Oak Island. See Annual Oak Island Lighthouse Run for a rescheduled fall event.
15 Reasons To Visit Beautiful Oak Island, NC
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All of these relocated buoys are in the shallow waters near Hatteras Inlet.
CCGD5 BNM 492-20
NC CAPE HATTERAS – HATTERAS INLET (CHART 11555)
1. THE FOLLOWING AID TO NAVIGATION HAS BEEN RELOCATED.
A. BARNEY SLOUGH CHANNEL BUOY 3A (LLNR 28721.6 [35°13.4891N / 075°47.2234W, 35.224819 / -75.787057]) HAS BEEN RELOCATED TO APPROX. POSITION 35-13.391N 075-47-14.176W (35°13.3910N / 075°47.2363W, 35.223183 / -75.787271)
CCGD5 BNM 493-20
NC CAPE HATTERAS – HATTERAS INLET (CHART 11555)
1. THE FOLLOWING AID TO NAVIGATION HAS BEEN RELOCATED.
A. HATTERAS INLET BUOY 12B (LLNR 28733.1 [35°12.2021N / 075°43.9067W, 35.203369 / -75.731778]) HAS BEEN RELOCATED TO APPROX. POSITION 35-12-11.824N, 075-43-55.492W (35°12.1970N / 075°43.9249W, 35.203284 / -75.732081)
CCGD5 BNM 491-20
NC CAPE HATTERAS – HATTERAS INLET (CHART 11555)
1. THE FOLLOWING AID TO NAVIGATION HAS BEEN RELOCATED.
A. HATTERAS INLET CHANNEL LIGHT 19A (LLNR 28765 [35°12.2594N / 075°43.2737W, 35.204323 / -75.721228].1) HAS BEEN RELOCATED TO APPROX. POSITION 35-12-22.182N, 075-43-15.216W (35°12.3697N / 075°43.2536W, 35.206162 / -75.720893) .
B. HATTERAS INLET CHANNEL LIGHTED BUOY 12A (LLNR 28732 [35°12.6338N / 075°43.9497W, 35.210563 / -75.732495].1) HAS BEEN RELOCATED TO APPROX. POSITION 35-12-19.060N, 075-43-54.971W (35°12.3176N / 075°43.9162W, 35.205294 / -75.731936) .
C. HATTERAS INLET CHANNEL LIGHT 19 (LLNR 28765 [35°12.2594N / 075°43.2737W, 35.204323 / -75.721228]) HAS BEEN RELOCATED TO APPROX. POSITION 35-12-14.587N, 075-43-16.377W (35°12.2431N / 075°43.2730W, 35.204052 / -75.721216) .
D. HATTERAS INLET CHANNEL LIGHTED BUOY 12 (LLNR 28732 [35°12.6338N / 075°43.9497W, 35.210563 / -75.732495]) HAS BEEN RELOCATED TO APPROX. POSITION 35-12-36.785N, 075-43-55.362W (35°12.6131N / 075°43.9227W, 35.210218 / -75.732045) .
Bath State Docks are located on the eastern shores of Bath Creek, north of flashing daybeacon #4. For an in depth report on Bath. Our thanks to Almond Drake for this update,
Due to damage from Hurricane Isaias, the State Dock at Historic Bath is closed at this time. We apologize for any inconvenience and are we are working hard to open it back up as soon as possible.
Almond Drake
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This lighted river channel buoy is on the west side of the channel just north of the Waterway’s merge from Snows Cut into the Cape Fear River.
| CAPE FEAR RIVER CH LB 39 (LLNR 30720 [34°3.8036N / 077°56.2492W, 34.063394 / -77.937487]) RPTD OFFSTATION APPROX. 200 FT. |
New Bern Grand Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, lies in the heart of downtown New Bern, North Carolina, along Trent River’s northern banks between Trent River highway and railroad bridges. See News for more news from New Bern Grand Marina.
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This excellent facility and CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, Southport Marina, was severely damaged by Isaias. See Hurricane Damage. Experienced cruiser and longtime Looper, Robert Creech, posted this first hand report from his Southport home on AGLCA’s Forum. Thank you Robert!
After a terrifying/anxious night (August 3-4, 2020) with a tornado, power outage, full moon high tide, storm surge, and Hurricane Isaias, upon being told the next morning of damage at The Southport Marina, we walked to the marina and could not find C-life and could barely see C-Breeze III! All of the boats and docks were scattered across the marshes and creeks or piled in the northwest corner of the marina. The only damage at our home was tree limbs and debris. We watched aerial video later that day and thought that we located C-Life, still in the marina. Our power was out for about 48 hours. We were able to retrieve C-Life on Friday, August 7, and C-Breeze III on Tuesday, August 11, and now have both of them back in boat slips in front of our home, with minimal damage, but fixable.
We are very thankful to have so many family members and friends that care about our well being. This has been a very stressful time and we thank all of you for your prayers, coming by to offer help, texts, calls, and emails. Although we may not have responded to all, we greatly appreciate your concern.
Thanks again,
Kay & Robert Creech
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Bob your account of hurricane Isaias passage at Southport is most appreciated. While reading I could almost feel the power of such a storm. We were living in Jamaica when Gilbert ravaged the island, so we can appreciate what you and Kay as well as the wonderful town of Southport experienced. Glad all is going well with your recovery. We will keep everyone in our prayers.
Whether you want to revisit the past, satisfy your curiosities, discover the arts or explore your true nature, you can do it from the heart of the Inner Banks – Washington, North Carolina. Washington City Docks, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, has proven to be well worth the journey up the beautiful Pamlico River! Our thanks to Henry Zalegowski for these kind words.
The docks in Washington have got to be seen to be believed, the best town docks I have ever seen anywhere. A lot to see and do in the town of Washington.
Henry Zalegowski on an Albin 27, the Donna Lynne
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Just south of the Waterway’s 90 degree turn at Mile 135, this river light marks Durant Point off the east side of the Waterway.
PUNGO RIVER LIGHT 8 (LLNR 32915 [35°30.1447N / 076°35.6132W, 35.502412 / -76.593554]) IS DESTROYED, WRECKAGE REMAINS. ALL MARINERS ARE REQUESTED TO TRANSIT THE AREA WITH CAUTION.
These early reports on Hurricane Isaias include deaths and severely damaged boats and docks at Southport Marina and South Harbour Village Marina in Southport. Southport Marina is a CRUISERS NET SPONSOR. More information will follow.
Southport Marina suffered damage from Isaias to in-water boats and docks. (Photo: Tela Dilibert)
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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. See also COVID-19 UPDATE.
Dowry Creek Marina breaks ground on new restaurant
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A marina that is included in the Albemarle Loop but not listed in our North Carolina Marina Directory is Hertford Bay Marina on the Perquimans River off western Albemarle Sound. Below are praise by Henry Zalegowski and the marina’s description sent to us by Town Manager Brandon Shoaf. Access to the new free town dock is limited to vessels of less than 33ft air draft.
7/27/2020
We stopped Hertford North Carolina yesterday, everything was close by, the bridge tender was the politest bridgetender I had ever talked to. The docks were in very good shape better than most marinas Electric Power and Water, definitely a stop you have to make going on the icw.
Henry Zalegowski
7/24/2015
“70MM (Alternative Route) Hertford Bay Marina, NC ‘“ 32.5 miles west of ICW 70MM offering free dockage for 48 hours is brand new for 2015 and includes 9 slips that can accommodate a wide range of transient vessels. The marina is located one block from the Historic Downtown with restaurants, shops, a hardware, and a convenience store that has groceries. Free electric, pump out, and water are also available with the complementary dockage. Access to Hertford is limited by a 33′ fixed vertical bridge just east of town on the Perquimans River. If you can clear the fixed bridge there is also a swing bridge that must be negotiated in order to enter the town harbor. Sailboats over 33’ can anchor in the Perquimans River and dinghy into the town’s dock. The town manager suggests that boaters contact the town office prior to arrival at 252-426-1969.The Ablemarle Loop is a group of marinas and towns that have come together to promote the marine aspects of the Albemarle Sound offering free dockage for 48 hours.” www.albemarleloop.com
Brandon S. Shoaf
Town Manager
Town of Hertford
114 W. Grubb St.
PO Box 32
Hertford, NC 27944
Welcome to Hertford, NC
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Well now there Mrs. McGilacuddy!
I never knew that Hertford, NC was accessible to any large boats at all. If it gets to measure up to the hospitality of Elizabeth City and Edenton, NC then perhaps there might be a new “pearl” of hidden beauty discovered by boaters, cruisers, and folks doing America’s Great Loop!
Larry, thanks for the article and thanks to the town of Hertford for investing in the long term resources to gather tourists and the boating public!
Alan V. Cecil
SIGMACHI
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
Coastal Review Online
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. See also COVID-19 UPDATE.
We happened upon this place four years ago and it is now our first stop going south every time. Can’t say enough good things about it. Pool, clubhouse, marina store, gas grills and picnic tables, courtesy car, great shelter from the wind, shore power and fuel. Haven’t seen better. Well worth any extra cruising time to get there. As stated in a previous review, the place only gets better. [Editor’s note: Dowry Creek Marina is less than 1 NM north of the Waterway.]
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Transients are received like family. This is a true family business and the hospitality is as warm as can be. You are also near another of North Carolina's awesome boating friendly coastal towns, Belhaven. Tell 'em Cruisers Net sent you.
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
Coastal Review Online
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.
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.
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
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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