Albemarle Hopeline’s Run for Hope 5K, April 25th – Elizabeth City
Elizabeth City sits at the southern terminus of the Dismal Swamp Canal and has the well-earned reputation of being a transient-friendly town with free dockage for 72 hours.
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South Mills Lock Closure – TODAY April 21, Dismal Swamp Canal, AICW Alternate Route
Scheduled closure of the South Mills Lock for electrical repairs on April 20-22, 2026. Our thanks to Sarah Hill of the Dismal Swamp Welcome Center for this information.
Please see the USACE Norfolk District’s Notice to Navigation regarding the scheduled closure of the South Mills Lock on the Dismal Swamp Canal, April 20-22, 2026. This temporary closure is for electrical repairs to be made. The lock will reopen on April 23, 2026.
Attaching image from this week at the dock. Boaters are beginning to trickle through during this early springtime period.
Looking forward to many more in this season!
Thanks,
Sarah
Sarah Hill, TMP
Director, Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center
Chairperson, Camden County Tourism Development Authority
2356 US Hwy 17 North, South Mills, NC 27976252-771-8333 | shill@camdencountync.gov www.DismalSwampWelcomeCenter.com ___________________________________________________________
Click Here To Open A Chart View Window Zoomed To the Location of South Mills Lock
Click Here To View the North Carolina Cruisers’ Net Bridge Directory Listing For South Mills Lock
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South Mills Lock Closure – TODAY April 20, Dismal Swamp Canal, AICW Alternate Route
Scheduled closure of the South Mills Lock for electrical repairs on April 20-22, 2026. Our thanks to Sarah Hill of the Dismal Swamp Welcome Center for this information.
Please see the USACE Norfolk District’s Notice to Navigation regarding the scheduled closure of the South Mills Lock on the Dismal Swamp Canal, April 20-22, 2026. This temporary closure is for electrical repairs to be made. The lock will reopen on April 23, 2026.
Attaching image from this week at the dock. Boaters are beginning to trickle through during this early springtime period.
Looking forward to many more in this season!
Thanks,
Sarah
Sarah Hill, TMP
Director, Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center
Chairperson, Camden County Tourism Development Authority
2356 US Hwy 17 North, South Mills, NC 27976252-771-8333 | shill@camdencountync.gov www.DismalSwampWelcomeCenter.com ___________________________________________________________
Click Here To Open A Chart View Window Zoomed To the Location of South Mills Lock
Click Here To View the North Carolina Cruisers’ Net Bridge Directory Listing For South Mills Lock
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Ocracoke Decoy Festival to Highlight Eddie O’Neal’s Carvings – CoastalReview
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Dare’s 250 Faire to honor ‘Liberty, Legacy and Lift-Off’ Saturday April 18 – CoastalReview
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South Mills Lock Closure – April 20-22, Dismal Swamp Canal, AICW Alternate Route
Scheduled closure of the South Mills Lock for electrical repairs on April 20-22, 2026. Our thanks to Sarah Hill of the Dismal Swamp Welcome Center for this information.
Please see the USACE Norfolk District’s Notice to Navigation regarding the scheduled closure of the South Mills Lock on the Dismal Swamp Canal, April 20-22, 2026. This temporary closure is for electrical repairs to be made. The lock will reopen on April 23, 2026.
Attaching image from this week at the dock. Boaters are beginning to trickle through during this early springtime period.
Looking forward to many more in this season!
Thanks,
Sarah
Sarah Hill, TMP
Director, Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center
Chairperson, Camden County Tourism Development Authority
2356 US Hwy 17 North, South Mills, NC 27976252-771-8333 | shill@camdencountync.gov www.DismalSwampWelcomeCenter.com ___________________________________________________________
Click Here To Open A Chart View Window Zoomed To the Location of South Mills Lock
Click Here To View the North Carolina Cruisers’ Net Bridge Directory Listing For South Mills Lock
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Just when you thought it was safe to … explore fishing on film – Coastal Review
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Washington NC APRIL Events, Pamlico River
Keep your calendar clear: Every season in Washington, NC brings something new and exciting. Enjoy local festivals, area concerts, or waterfront adventure.
Click here for the complete calendar: https://visitwashingtonnc.com/events/#/
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Through Saturday – National Park Service Advises Caution on East-Facing Beaches – Coastal Review
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Elizabeth City: Coast Guard Marathon Weekend is Here!
Elizabeth City sits at the southern terminus of the Dismal Swamp Canal and has the well-earned reputation of being a transient-friendly town with free dockage for 72 hours.
Coast Guard Marathon April 10-12 Everything you need to know for the upcoming Marathon weekend Coast Guard Marathon is THIS WEEKEND! – April 10-12, 2026.
What to Expect: Increased security measures and street closures along running routes.
This event welcomes 5,000 extra visitors looking to eat and shop (3000 runners plus families and support teams). Let’s give them a warm, Harbor of Hospitality Welcome!
Friday Events
Race Expo & Packet Pick Up
April 10-11, 2026, Elizabeth City, NC
Please join us at the Museum of the Albemarle for our Race Expo and packet pick-up.
Fri, April 10, 2026
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Coast Guard Village
Join us at Waterfront Park to learn about Coast Guard equipment and jobs.
Fri, April 10, 2026
4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Welcome Yoga
FREE EVENT
Seven Sounds Brewery
112 N Water St,
Elizabeth City, NC
40 spots available
Fri, April 10, 2026
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Welcome Concert
FREE EVENT
WaterFront Park
Fri, April 10, 2026
5:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Saturday Events
5k Race
6:30am – Park opens to the public
7:00 AM – 7:45 AM 5k Emergency Packet Pick Up MOA/Park
7:55 AM National Anthem Waterfront
7:55 AM Adaptive Start for 5K Waterfront
8:00 AM – 9:15 AM 5k Race Waterfront
Sat, April 11, 2026
Coast Guard Village
Join us at Waterfront Park to learn about Coast Guard equipment and jobs.
Sat, April 11, 2026
7:00 am to 3:00 pm
1k Fun Run
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM 1k Kids Run Waterfront
Sat, April 11, 2026
Race Expo & Packet Pick Up
April 10-11, 2026, Elizabeth City, NC
Please join us at the Museum of the Albemarle for our Race Expo and packet pick-up.
Sat, April 11, 2026
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Family Finish Festival
Sat, April 11, 2026
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Festival Concert
FREE EVENT
WaterFront Park
Sat, April 11, 2026
10:00 am to 1:30 pm
Live Radio Broadcast
Live Radio Broadcast by 102.5 The Shark
WaterFront Park
Sat, April 11, 2026
1:30 am to 3:00 pm
Pasta Lunch (ticketed event)
Seven Sounds Brewery
112 N Water St,
Elizabeth City, NC 27909-4416
Sat, April 11, 2026
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Sunday Events
Full and Half Marathon Race
6:00am – Park opens to the public
7:00 AM – 7:30 AM Opening Ceremony/Fly Over MOA/Park
7:25 AM National Anthem Waterfront
7:25 AM Adaptive Start for Marathon and Half Waterfront
7:30 AM Marathon and Half Waterfront
Sun, April 12, 2026
Coast Guard Village
Join us at Waterfront Park to learn about Coast Guard equipment and jobs.
Sun, April 11, 2026
7:00 am to 3:00 pm
Family Finish Festival
Sun, April 12, 2026
7:30 am to 3:00 pm
CLICK HERE FOR PARKING MAP ROAD CLOSURES
CLICK HERE FOR COURSE MAPS We look forward to a weekend full of community and Coast Guard pride!
Thank you to our business community for extending your hours to accommodate the many visitors joining us. This annual event is a major driver of economic impact for our region.
As a designated “Coast Guard City” we are porud to host the Coast Guard Marathon in Elizabeth City & Pasquotank County.
The Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce sincerely thanks you for your patience, support, and commitment to our community.
We’ll see you out there!
Happy Coast Guard Marathon Weekend!
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REOPENED after Temporary Closure, Dismal Swamp Canal, AICW Alternate Route
Temporary closure of the Dismal Swamp Canal is over. Our thanks to Sarah Hill of the Dismal Swamp Welcome Center for this information.
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REOPENED – DSC Temp. Closure April 6-7
The channel is clear & canal is OPEN- locks & bridges operating normally. We’ve had several vessels (cat, sails & power) that have been through yesterday & today with no issue.Attaching a few images from earlier this week. Many thanks to everyone for their patience & understanding – wishing safe & happy travels to all!USACE Norfolk District Navigation Support Team are rockstars- we are beyond grateful for all they do to keep the waterway open & ready for all to experience!SarahClick Here To Open A Chart View Window Zoomed To the Location of South Mills Lock
Click Here To View the North Carolina Cruisers’ Net Bridge Directory Listing For South Mills Lock
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Halifax to mark colonies’ first big step toward independence – Coastal Review
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THIS WEEKEND: Oriental NC Boat Show April 10-12, 2026, AICW Statute Mile 181
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Dress for success when fishing or else you might get burned – Coastal Review
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South Mills Lock Closure – April 20-22, Dismal Swamp Canal, AICW Alternate Route
Scheduled closure of the South Mills Lock for electrical repairs on April 20-22, 2026. Our thanks to Sarah Hill of the Dismal Swamp Welcome Center for this information.
Please see the USACE Norfolk District’s Notice to Navigation regarding the scheduled closure of the South Mills Lock on the Dismal Swamp Canal, April 20-22, 2026. This temporary closure is for electrical repairs to be made. The lock will reopen on April 23, 2026.
Attaching image from this week at the dock. Boaters are beginning to trickle through during this early springtime period.
Looking forward to many more in this season!
Thanks,
Sarah
Sarah Hill, TMP
Director, Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center
Chairperson, Camden County Tourism Development Authority
2356 US Hwy 17 North, South Mills, NC 27976252-771-8333 | shill@camdencountync.gov www.DismalSwampWelcomeCenter.com ___________________________________________________________
Click Here To Open A Chart View Window Zoomed To the Location of South Mills Lock
Click Here To View the North Carolina Cruisers’ Net Bridge Directory Listing For South Mills Lock
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Gulf Coastal High Wind Risk – Fred Pickhardt
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Forwarded this email? Subscribe here for moreIsolated to scattered severe thunderstorms are expected through tonight from the ArkLaTex and Lower Mississippi Valley northeastward through the Ohio Valley and Mid-Atlantic. There is a 15-30% risk for strong wind gusts of 50 knots or higher along the Gulf Coast from easternmost Texas to the Florida Panhandle. There is also a lower 5% risk along the coast of NJ.
NOAA US Coastal Waters Forecasts
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