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Results from the cleanup! Wounded Nature – Working Veterans
Wounded Nature-Working Veterans is a group of veterans, non-veterans and active duty military personnel run by Captain Rudy Socha, a former Marine turned conservationist. The non-profit volunteer organization is working to cleanup, preserve and protect our coastal environment, particularly from derelict vessels.
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Lowcountry Maritime School August Newsletter, Charleston, SC
The Lowcountry Maritime School of Charleston, SC was organized to promote and support their primary mission: educating youth through boatbuilding and maritime skills.
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A New Offering from Intracoastal Yacht Sales – Carolina Breeze
Intracoastal Yacht Sales, a long-time CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, offers full service brokerage representation from three locations: Wrightsville Beach, NC, Little River, SC and Charleston, SC. You will want to see this exceptional cruising vessel! Click link below for full details,
Carolina Breeze – 2002 44′ CARVER 444 Cockpit Motor Yacht
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My wife and I purchased this Carver444 in 2002. Took delivery in Wilmington, NC in June. We cruised her until 2012 when family situations caused us to sell her . She has had only two owners in her 19 years… and two owners who cared very much for her. It is our hope that she finds a new owner who will enjoy her and care for her as the past two owners have. She will bring you many happy times and wonderful lifetime memories.
Her first name was "WinSue" and now she is "Carolina Breeze"….
Intracoastal Yachts knows this boat well and will be looking for her new owner. Bobby Gregory was involved when we sold her and has her in his care again.
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Storm Season Guide from Post and Courier, Charleston, SC
Above-normal tropical activity, new ‘normals’ in the Atlantic and steering robotic surfboards into hurricanes.
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Above-normal tropical activity, new ‘normals’ in the Atlantic and steering robotic surfboards into hurricanes
Good morning, readers.
Hurricane Wire is back and ready to bring you details of everything brewing in the Atlantic basin this season.
Experts believe we could be in for another busy tropical season but nothing quite as bad as what was experienced in 2020. Last year was a record-breaking one with 30 named storms, 13 hurricanes and six major hurricanes. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration does not believe this hurricane season will be as active as the last.
In a 2021 Atlantic hurricane outlook released last month, NOAA’s acting administrator Ben Friedman said the agency projects a 70% probability of 13 to 20 named storms, six to 10 hurricanes and three to five major hurricanes.
This may seem like quite a bit of projected tropical activity, but the baseline of “normal” changed in 2021 when meteorologists updated the 30-year period they use to determine average weather benchmarks. Moving forward, an average Atlantic hurricane season will have 14 named storms, seven hurricanes and three major hurricanes.
So technically, NOAA’s predictions for this season are considered normal. Our Chloe Johnson reports that new weather benchmarks are reflecting a more active Atlantic season. However, scientists still disagree on whether climate change will lead to more hurricanes over the long term. Read more about that here.
Researchers with the Tropical Meteorology Project at Colorado State University predict there will be 35 days in which a hurricane is active this season, and nine days in which a major hurricane is active. Their forecast for the 2021 hurricane season nearly mirrors the Project’s early prediction for the 2020 season. But last year exceeded expectations in many ways.
Only time will tell what is in store for the Atlantic this year. So for now, let’s just stay vigilant.
What’s brewing
Conditions: Nothing is spinning in the Atlantic, but the National Hurricane Center has issued advisories on tropical depression Blanca located in the eastern Pacific. This is not a concern for South Carolina as the depression is several hundred miles south-southwest of the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula.
Computer models: The Carolinas are expected to remain clear of threats for the foreseeable future.
Outlook: Tropical cyclone formation is not expected in the Atlantic basin during the next five days.
What we’re talking about
- Saildrone Inc. and the NOAA is hoping to get new insights into hurricane intensity by steering robotic surfboards into the storms, per Capital Weather Gang.
- According to Eye on the Storm, the increase in named storms in the Atlantic could be driven by at least five factors, including human-caused global warming.
- The NOAA predicts the 2021 hurricane season will include above-normal tropical activity, per The Post and Courier.
“New normal” for hurricane season keeps rising
From 1981 to 2010, there were, on average, 12.1 named storms, 6.4 hurricanes and 2.7 major hurricanes of Category 3 or above each year.
In the new period, 1991 to 2020, there were an average of 14.4 named storms, 7.2 hurricanes and 3.2 major hurricanes each year, according to data analyzed by Brian McNoldy, a senior researcher at the University of Miami.
Hurricanes in history
On May 7, 2015, surf powered by a tropical depression lured a stand-up paddle boarder into the water on Isle of Palms. The storm would become Tropical Storm Ana, with wind gusts reaching 60 mph near Little River and Cherry Grove Beach. (File/Staff)
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Hurricane Wire is a collaborative project produced by a team of Post and Courier journalists. Shamira McCray is its lead writer. Data visualizations are created by Bryan Brussee. “Hurricane in history” photos are curated by Matthew Fortner. The newsletter is produced and edited by Emily Daily and Matt Clough.
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SC Oyster Farming Permit Conflicts
Our thanks to Ted Arisaka for these reports from SC journalists. See Oyster Farming Dispute.
As you know, in Georgia, the “approved” shellfish harvest areas greatly impinged upon anchorages. Here is an investigative report on alleged conflict of interest in neighboring South Carolina.
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Wounded Nature Fundraiser – We need YOUR help!
As much as we might wish to participate, we can’t always put on our gloves and boots and wade into the fray. So here is your opportunity to contribute to the efforts of this fine volunteer group to clean up Charleston’s waterways on our behalf. Please give what you can!
Wounded Nature – Working Veterans needs your help! We clean and rehabilitate critical coastal areas that others cannot reach: Trash/Debris, Treated Wood/Tires, Abandoned/Derelict Vessels.
We make a Real Coastal Difference but doing this requires the right equipment. 2021 is our year to grow and upgrade our 20+ year old boats with two proper workboats. With the right equipment, we will increase our capacity and reach to do more by going after the really tough to get stuff – big treated wood (dock pilings/telephone poles), buried tires, and all the stuff we’ve been seeing but unable to remove to date.
Please consider donating. We have three levels of “perks” so check out the link. https://igg.me/at/WoundedNature/
Sharing this fundraiser with your network is just as impactful so please SHARE away to help Wounded Nature – Working Veterans continue to MAKE A REAL COASTAL DIFFERENCE in 2021 and for years to come!
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Tall Ship Eagle to Visit Charleston, Mar 12-14, 2021, Cruise Ship Terminal, Charleston, SC
At 90 meters (295 feet) in length, Eagle is the largest tall ship flying the stars and stripes and the only active square-rigger in United States government service.
CHARLESTON, S.C. — The Coast Guard tall ship Eagle, “America’s tall ship,” is scheduled to arrive Friday at the Charleston Cruise Ship Terminal.
WHO: The Coast Guard tall ship Eagle
WHAT: The Barque Eagle is scheduled to arrive in Charleston. Free pier-side exhibits and discussion with officer candidates and members of Eagle’s crew.
WHEN: Friday, March 12 through Sunday, March 14
WHERE: Charleston Cruise Ship Terminal at 196 Concord St., Charleston, SC 29401
HOW: During this time, there will be opportunities to enjoy free pier-side exhibits and discussions with officer candidates and members of Eagle’s crew. Due to COVID safety protocols, public tours onboard the ship are not available at this time.
Barque Eagle will be open for free public tours on the following dates and times:
- Friday, March 12
- 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
- Saturday, March 13
- 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Sunday, March 14
- 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
At 90 meters (295 feet) in length, Eagle is the largest tall ship flying the stars and stripes and the only active square-rigger in United States government service. Constructed in 1936 by the Blohm and Voss Shipyard in Hamburg, Germany, and originally commissioned as the Horst Wessel by the German Navy, Eagle was a war reparation for the United States following World War II. Eagle is a three-masted barque with more than 6,797 square meters (22,300 square feet) of sail and 9.7 kilometers (6 miles) of rigging, Eagle has served as a classroom at sea to future Coast Guard officers since 1946, offering an at-sea leadership and professional development experience as part of the Coast Guard Academy and Officer Candidate School curriculum.
Additional information about the Eagle can be found here. The Eagle’s design dimensions can be found here.
The Eagle’s navigator, Lt. Will Singletary, is a native of Charleston and a 2013 graduate of The Citadel.
For a continuous stream of information about Coast Guard Tall Ship Eagle, including port cities, tour schedules, current events, as well as cadet and active duty crewmember photographs, follow the “United States Coast Guard Barque EAGLE” Facebook page.
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Charleston Race Week Webinar, March 8, 4PM
On the fence about Charleston Race Week or the Melges 24 Gold Cup? Are you attending and want to know what to expect and how to stay safe? Join Charleston Race Week and Quantum Sails Monday for a webinar with Regatta Organizer Randy Draftz and Quantum Pro Scott Nixon to get the lowdown and ask your questions. Race Week is April 8-11, 2021, see link below.
On the fence about Charleston Race Week or the Melges 24 Gold Cup? Are you attending and want to know what to expect and how to stay safe? Join Charleston Race Week and Quantum Sails Monday, March 8 at 4 PM ET / 1 PM PT for a webinar with Regatta Organizer Randy Draftz and Quantum Pro Scott Nixon to get the lowdown and ask your questions.
REGISTER NOW Still need to register for the Charleston Race Week regatta? CLICK HERE >>
Stay tuned for more details on the Melges 24 Gold Cup, formerly the Worlds!KNOWLEDGE IS
POWERRegatta Organizer, Randy Draftz, has spent the last year in close contact with local health officials and the local university to stay on top of the latest info and best practices to ensure when 2021’s Charleston Race Week rolled around, he would be able to give sailors around the country a much needed safe, fun, and exciting regatta.SAFETY & SOCIAL PLAN DETAILS As you can image, this event won’t look like Charleston Race Weeks of the past, but that doesn’t mean there won’t be expert knowledge, epic racing, and fun to be had. Randy Draftz and Scott Nixon will discuss the current plans for the regatta including the social scene, debriefs and dock talks, even weather and what to expect in general.
TIPS FOR A SAFE REAGATTA Quantum’s Scott Nixon and his team have slowly begun campaigning this winter. He will talk through how they and other teams have been able to hit the water safely and share some tips that they’ve learned along the way.
Q&A There will definitely be questions and Randy and Scott are ready for them. They want to make sure you’re comfortable and confident to head to Charleston and enjoy some time on the racecourse.
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Anchoring Ordinance Requirements at Folly Beach, SC
Our thanks to Ted Arisaka of Save Georgia’s Anchorages for this information. Such stringent restrictions are almost always passed by officials who are not boaters and do not understand the mechanics of and safety requirements for anchoring. There are 3 recommended anchorages near the Folly River launch ramp, a heavily trafficked ramp with walking distance of downtown Folly Beach. Open Chartview and click the anchor symbol to show the anchorages locations.Last year Folly Beach passed an ordinance requiring:1) an anchoring permit for even one night2) a 1 mile setback from any public boat ramp3) a 1 mile setback from any bridge4) other more reasonable setbacks from docks, marinas#2 and #3 seem excessive. I was able to download the list of boat ramps from SC DNR and map them. You can draw a one mile radius circle around each of these placemarks to see what the impact would be if this were implemented statewide. (and this does not include the bridge setback).Regards,TedBe the first to comment!
New SC Bill to Deal with Derelict Vessels
Boaters have long used South Carolina’s public waterways to store or abandon their derelict vessels. If a new bill passes in the General Assembly, they may soon have to take responsibility for them.
An abandoned sailboat rests in the pluff mud of the Ashley River near the Interstate 526 Westmoreland Bridge on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. Brad Nettles/Staff
Charleston legislators introduce bill to crack down on abandoned boats in SC waterways
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Warning on Dewees Inlet north of Charleston, SC, near AICW Statute Mile 455
Between the Winyah Bay Entrance south of the AICW from Georgetown, SC and the Charleston, SC harbor entrance, there is really no safe inlet and Dewees Inlet carries this emphatic warning from Claiborne: WARN ANYONE OFF FROM USING THIS INLET. THERE IS NO CHANNEL TO SPEAK OF AND TO SAY IT’S TREACHEROUS IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT. IT COULD BE DEADLY!!!
We are headed back off-shore to the south – Charleston, but would prefer Isle of Palms as it takes about two hours off the trip… if we can get in through Dewees Inlet. Charts show no marked channel to the outside but inside the water is charted deep (no channel markers), tides run 5+ feet and there are some tempting areas that may not be shoaled up. Does anyone know if this passage can be made safely with a ~6 ft. draw at HT? Thanks
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I know this is 10 years after the original post, but stay away from Dewees Inlet! Navionics had me take the outside route from McClellanville to Isle of Palms this morning because of low tide along the ICW. Well, I can tell you first hand that Dewees Inlet made me soil my shorts and need a few beers once inside. The approach consisted of many turns and following that magenta line to the "T". However, there was a northeast wind with swell coming from the northeast and the south. Everything was going fine, I was on the line and then my depth sounder started screaming low water. I draw 4'9" on my 37' Gulf Star and at 6' on the sounder with the swell, I kissed the bottom with the keel twice before finding deep water 100' to starboard (off the magenta line) on the edge of breaking waves. Halfway in I saw two large 40+' sport fishing boats turn around and say "Nope, not today". Water depth went from 30' to 6' in a matter of 100 yards and then back to 30+'. Once in calmer water, there was 40' depths the rest of the way. What a way to test the nerves of a new Captain. Next time, I'll take my chances running aground in the ICW. On a calm day, you might be able to get in or out of here, but I seriously don't suggest trying it.
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Masks Required in Charleston, SC Beginning July 1
Charleston’s city council voted Thursday night to require people wear masks in public places beginning July 1. Enforcement will be difficult in a state that values individual freedom over community welfare.
Charleston votes to require masks as county leads SC in new coronavirus cases
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What makes the author believe that "enforcement will be difficult"? I think most citizens of SC will think it is no big deal to wear masks if only for the benefit of their neighbors
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Outboard Service Available! Safe Harbor City Boatyard, Charleston, SC
Safe Harbor City Boatyard, formerly Charleston City Boatyard, a subsidiary of Safe Harbor Marinas, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is found on the northern reaches of the Wando River north of red marker #40.
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Simplifying Your Boating Experience, Safe Harbor Charleston City Marina, SC AICW Statute Mile 469
One of a number of Safe Harbor Marinas along the Intracoastal Waterway, Safe Harbor Charleston City Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is located along the Ashley River’s northeastern banks, northeast of marker #5.
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Charleston Harbor Resort Marina, COVID-19 Update, SC AICW Statute Mile 465
Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, sits on the Mount Pleasant side of Charleston Harbor, hard by Patriots Point between Horse Reach flashing buoys #34 and #36.
Charleston Harbor Resort Marina
COVID-19 UPDATEWe appreciate your understanding with the following update as we do our best to manage operations through these unchartered waters. Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina will be temporarily suspending service at the Fish House, Reel Bar, Tiki Bar, Estuary Spa, Marina Store, In-Room dining, Guest Transportation, Fitness Center and Harborside beginning March 20, 2020. The Beach Club and Marina remains open for business, (and very limited to-go food service for hotel guests only) and the well-being of our guests remains top priority at Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina. We are always focused on the health and safety of our guests and associates, as well as your experience when visiting the resort. We are closely monitoring the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and World Health Organization’s statements regarding COVID-19 cases and following guidelines from these agencies as well as local health authorities. In response, we have increased the frequency of our already stringent practices of food and environmental hygiene at our resort. Efforts include increased hand hygiene training, resort-wide sanitization, continuous disinfection and cleaning of high-touch items, general awareness training for all staff members, and more.
In addition to these measures, we encourage you to learn more about what you can do to travel safer. The World Health Organization has several recommendations to reduce exposure to a range of illnesses, including hand and respiratory hygiene as well as safe food practices and check local and federal resources to stay up to date with current affairs.
We are committed to complying with the stringent health standards recommended by local health authorities during this public health situation. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. At the same time, we are committed to providing a memorable resort experience at the Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina.
For your Upcoming travel to Charleston
Existing Reservations. All reservations that are scheduled for arrival before April 15, 2020 can be changed (you will only be charged the applicable room rate difference) or cancelled at no charge up to 24 hours before your scheduled arrival.
New Reservations. Any reservations that are booked between today and April 15, 2020 for any future arrival date before September 1, 2020, can be changed or cancelled at no charge up to 24 hours before your scheduled arrival.
If you need to adjust reservations made via the Resort website or Reservations Center, please contact the Resort Team directly at 843.856.0028 and select the Resort Reservation option. If your reservation was made through a third party and you need to modify your upcoming reservation, please contact them directly for assistance. As we are responding to the continuously changing state of affairs, please understand that we may make changes to our regularly offered services and we will make every attempt to have all information updated here on our website and on Facebook as soon as possible.
Please contact the resort at 843.856.0028 for the most up to date information pertaining to your stay.
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- Reply to Fay
These links never work for me. Anyone else? Just went and loaded the app! Ty
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St. Johns Yacht Harbor Update, Stono River, AICW Statute Mile 472.5
Located on the western shore of the Stono River just south of the Waterway’s passage through Wappoo Creek – Elliot Cut and only a very short cruise from Charleston Harbor, St. Johns Yacht Harbor is A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR!
St. Johns Yacht Harbor is open with reduced hours and manpower. Management office is manned by reduced staff. The store is closed for walk-in sales until further notice. The fuel dock is open from 10AM-4PM daily. Transient and long term slips are still available. For reservations, call 843-557-1027, use Contact/Reservation page on our newly revised website (www.sjyh.com).
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Ben Sawyer Bridge, AICW Statute Mile 462, Mount Pleasant, SC
With a closed vertical clearance of 31ft, Ben Sawyer Bridge is the last bridge before Charleston Harbor when southbound. Opened in 1945, the Ben Sawyer Bridge serves as the connection from Mount Pleasant to Sullivan’s Island.
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- Reply to James
A number of years ago, we were passing through the bridge. I called the bridge operator and asked if she knew she had been voted the best bridge operator by an ICW user group. She was tickled pink, and I told her it was deserved. We have only passed through the bridge a half dozen times or so on our spring-fall migrations, and it was always a pleasant experience (even when I just missed it a couple of times).
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Outboard Service Now Available, Safe Harbor City Boatyard, Wando River, Charleston, SC
Safe Harbor City Boatyard, formerly Charleston City Boatyard, a subsidiary of Safe Harbor Marinas, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is found on the northern reaches of the Wando River north of red marker #40.
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Sea Turtle Bags Supporting Wounded Nature – Working Veterans
Wounded Nature-Working Veterans is a group of veterans, non-veterans and active duty military personnel run by Captain Rudy Socha, a former Marine turned conservationist. The non-profit volunteer organization is working to cleanup, preserve and protect our coastal environment, particularly from derelict vessels.
Please take a few minutes to support our efforts by buying a $3.99 Sea Turtle beach/boat bag to support our coastal cleanup efforts. Better yet if you can buy 3 or 4 and give them to friends and family as an after the holidays thank you gift. After making your purchase, please share the link. Yes. there is a S&H charge but it will help us continue making a REAL difference. https://www.partycity.com/wounded-nature-sea-turtle-tote-bag-895011.html
Your support for what we do is greatly appreciated.
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Cell 843-764-7748
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