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    • Jun 11, 2022by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.805,-79.7599999

      Isle of Palms, SC AICW MM 460


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      Isle of Palms Marina is located on the east side of the Intracoastal Waterway, northeast of Charleston at Mile 456.5 and south of ICW Marker 116. 50 41st Avenue

      The South Carolina barrier island just 30 minutes from Charleston may just be the area’s best-kept secret and, of course, is home to CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, Isle of Palms Marina.

      Isle of Palms Is the Coastal Getaway of the Summer | Southern Living by Tara Massouleh McCay
      Southern Living

       

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    • May 20, 2022by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Charleston County Parks’ Summer Entertainment Series, Charleston, SC

      Cooper River Marina

      Charleston County Parks, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is proud to announce the return of Summer Entertainment Series beginning in June. Fun for kids and grandkids at James Island and Wannamaker County Parks.

      Charleston County Parks’ Summer Entertainment Series is back in June

      Visit CharlestonCountyParks.com!
       
      Sarah Reynolds​
       Public Information Coordinator
       Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission
       
      861 Riverland Dr, Charleston, SC 29412
       
      Primary: 843-762-8089
       
      sreynolds@CCPRC.com|CharlestonCountyParks.com

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    • May 9, 2022by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.1381,-80.81199999

      Historic Fresnel Lens Installed in Harbour Town Lighthouse, AICW MM 565, Hilton Head , SC


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      The lighthouse at Harbour Town Yacht Basin and Resort, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR!, is only one of the many attractions at this wonderful facility. Come anytime of year for great dockage, food and entertainment.

       

       

       

       

      Harbour Town Lighthouse Adds New Historical Chapter with Installation of Fresnel Lens

      ‘Invention that saved a million ships’ now on display for visitors to The Sea Pines Resort

       

      HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (May 9, 2022) – The iconic Harbour Town Lighthouse at The Sea Pines Resort on Hilton Head Island has added an exciting chapter to its storied history with the installation of a genuine Fresnel lens to further the power of the light that blossoms from the top. Just over five decades old, the red-and-white striped Lighthouse — featured prominently in CBS’ coverage last month of the PGA Tour’s RBC Heritage golf tournament — serves not only as a beacon to the many ships that reside in the Yacht Basin but also as a landmark that symbolizes the region and the resort.

      Developed in the 1820s for use in lighthouses, Fresnel (pronounced “fray-NEL”) lenses are not only stunning pieces of artwork, but their functionality has led them to be called “the invention that saved a million ships.” For visitors to the Lighthouse, the 114-step trip to the observation deck now offers an additional payoff.

      “The Fresnel lens is as beautiful in the day as when it’s illuminated at night,” said Rob Bender, director of recreation and marine operations for The Sea Pines Resort. “There is a great deal of history associated with this Lighthouse and this represented a great opportunity to add to it.”

      Bender added the Fresnel lens’ installation is a crowning achievement for The Sea Pines Resort and keepers of the Lighthouse, property manager Mark King and keeper Nadia Wagner. “It’s a great partnership; it took a lot of patience but was well worth it,” Bender said.

      Talk of bringing in a Fresnel lens was initiated nearly a decade ago but Hurricane Matthew and other factors played roles in the delay. Final approval was even needed from the United States Coast Guard, a process that took four months alone.

      The new Lighthouse lens is a replica of the original Fourth Order Fresnel lens as created and designed by Dan Spinella, a Florida-based artist and engineer who began his research and restoration work on the lenses 30 years ago. To date, Spinella said 46 reproduction Fresnel lenses have been manufactured and installed in U.S. lighthouses as both aids to navigation and as exhibits in lighthouse museums, such as Harbour Town.

      At the time of its design by French physicist Augustin Fresnel, the lens was hailed as a scientific wonder and revolutionized the way lighthouses illuminated the waterways of the world. With their intricate design of hundreds of prisms arranged in a beehive shape, Fresnel lenses are not only engineering marvels but also incredible works of art with a futuristic look despite dating back more than 200 years ago.

      Harbour Town Lighthouse, which is open 10 a.m. to sundown for daily tours, features numerous historical exhibits as well as a gift shop. Admission is $5.75 per person; children 5 and under are free.

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      About The Sea Pines Resort

      Situated on the southernmost tip of Hilton Head Island, the legendary Lowcountry destination features five miles of unspoiled beaches, 20 clay tennis courts, 14 miles of bike and walking trails, horseback riding, Eco-Adventures, water sports, and the 605-acre Sea Pines Forest Preserve filled with wildflowers, wetlands, and more than 130 species of birds. As the first Eco-planned destination in the U.S., The Sea Pines Resort has become the blueprint for numerous beach developments around the country.  Guests can choose from an array of accommodations, including 300 villas, 100 rental homes, and the luxurious 60-room Inn & Club at Harbour Town, a Forbes Four-Star boutique hotel and Preferred Hotel Group member. The resort’s best-in-class collection of golf courses, amenities, meeting facilities, and accommodations makes Sea Pines one of the most sought-after leisure and group destinations in America.

      Media Contact

      Karen Moraghan

      Hunter Public Relations

      kmoraghan@hunter-pr.com

      908/963-6013

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    • Mar 28, 2022by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.138,-80.8119999

      LNM: Coast Guard Urges Hilton Head and Beaufort Area Mariners: Check Your VHF Radios


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      Coast Guard Sector Charleston command center watchstanders received multiple uncorrelated distress calls on the digital selective calling (DSC) system carried over a VHF marine radio in the Hilton Head and Beaufort area over the past few months.

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      Coast Guard requests mariners inspect VHF marine radios

      CHARLESTON, S.C.— The Coast Guard has received multiple uncorrelated distress calls on the Digital Selective Calling (DSC) system carried over a VHF marine radio in the Hilton Head and Beaufort, South Carolina area over the past few months.

      These DSC calls are originating from an unregistered radio displaying an MMSI address of 100000001. 

      The first signal was received by the Coast Guard on April 26, 2021, ceased in July of 2021, and resumed intermittent transmissions in February 2022, causing interference with marine radio traffic in the Hilton Head and Beaufort, South Carolina area.

      False distress calls have the potential to mask genuine distress calls and overwhelm the search and rescue system’s ability to respond to emergencies. The Coast Guard urges all mariners to check their VHF radios and contact the Coast Guard if you have any information about the faulty radio at 843-740-7050.

      -USCG-

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    • Mar 17, 2022by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      SCDNR: New Distances Required for SC Boaters on Reservoirs

      This new law went into effect March 14 and establishes increased boat-to-dock limits on most of South Carolina’s major reservoirs. The law does not apply to the Intracoastal Waterway.

       
      South Carolina Department of Natural Resources

      New law increases distance limits between a boat, docks in many S.C. waters, prohibits wake surfing within 200 feet

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      A new law increases the distance to docks limit for boating to 100 feet on most state waters and prohibits wake surfing within 200 feet on all S.C. waters. (RBFF photo)

      New law increases distance limits between a boat, docks in many S.C. waters, prohibits wake surfing within 200 feet

      A new law signed into effect March 14 by Gov. Henry Dargan McMaster establishes on most of South Carolina’s major reservoirs a new 100-foot distance limit that boats underway must observe when approaching a dock, a person in the water or an anchored vessel.

      The new law, which doubles the previous distance of 50 feet, applies to the waters of Lake Greenwood, Lake Hartwell, Lake Jocassee, Lake Keowee, Lake Marion, Lake Monticello, Lake Murray, Lake Robinson, Lake Russell, Lake Secession, Lake Thurmond, Lake Wateree, Fishing Creek Reservoir, Parr Reservoir, or the portion of the Savannah River from the Interstate 20 Savannah River Bridge to the New Savannah River Bluff Lock and Dam. The 100-foot distance limit does not apply to Lake Moultrie.

      The new law also prohibits “wake surfing” on all S.C. waters within 200 feet of a dock, a person in the water or an anchored watercraft. Wake surfing is defined in the new law as “a vessel that is ballasted in the stern so as to create a wake that is, or is intended to be, surfed by another person.”

      Colonel A. Chisolm Frampton, SCDNR deputy director for law enforcement, said: “This is a much-needed change that will increase boating safety for all South Carolina boaters.”

      South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, Rembert C. Dennis Building
      1000 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC  29201

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    • Mar 12, 2022by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      LNM: MSIB: near AICW MM 465, Security Zone, April 2 – Cooper River Bridge, Charleston SC

      This security zone is beneath the Ravenel Bridge which is parallel to and north of the Waterway’s east/west path through Charleston Harbor. Our thanks to Officer Chad Ray for this notice.

      SECURITY ZONE – COOPER RIVER BRIDGE RUN

      Cooper River and Town Creek Reach, Charleston, SC

      The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary security zone on certain waters of the Cooper River and Town Creek Reaches, near the Arthur Ravenel Bridge during the Cooper River Bridge Run on Saturday, April 2, 2022 from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

      This temporary security zone prohibits persons and vessels from entering, transiting through, anchoring in, or remaining within the security zone unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Charleston or a designated representative.

      In addition, Commercial Anchorage C will be utilized for the event’s planning and staging. Marine traffic is encouraged to use Commercial Anchorages A, B, and D, if needed.

      This MSIB can be viewed at https://homeport.uscg.mil/port-directory/charleston. For questions or concerns regarding this MSIB, please contact on scene security assets via VHF-FM Channel 16, Sector Charleston Waterways Management Division at (843) 740-3184, or the Sector’s 24-hour Command Center at (843) 740-7050.

      LCDR Chad Ray

      USCG Sector Charleston

      Waterways Management Div., Chief

       

      (843) 323-7761

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    • Mar 8, 2022by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Beware of Carolina Pluff Mud!

      Coastal Carolinians are very aware of the dangers of “pluff mud” that is exposed with the tidal extremes. The small coastal creeks and waterways are so inviting to small craft explorers and while the pluff mud may look firm, but it is dangerous for humans and pets. Recently a St. Bernard fell off a pier at low tide and was saved only by giving the dog a large flat cushion to climb upon. The experience left the frightened dog exhausted.

      Kayakers trapped for hours in chest-deep mud as tide rose around them, NC rescuers say – The State
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    • Feb 23, 2022by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      New Sunrise Yoga Program Coming to Charleston County Parks in April

      Cooper River Marina

      Charleston County Parks, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is proud to announce a new yoga program beginning in April.

       

       

      New Sunrise Yoga program coming to Charleston County Parks in April

       

       

       

       

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    • Feb 10, 2022by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Wine Down Wednesday is Back in March! Charleston County Parks and Recreation, Charleston, SC

      Cooper River Marina

      Wine Down Wednesday series returns for Spring 2022. Wine, live music and food trucks at Old Towne Creek County Park. Charleston County Parks is A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR!

      [WEST ASHLEY] – Charleston County Parks is excited to bring back a spring full of Wine Down Wednesdays at Old Towne Creek County Park! Take a much-needed “hump day” break and enjoy Wine Down Wednesday on March 16, March 30, April 13 and April 27 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

      Wine Down Wednesday is a family friendly event where guests can enjoy live music while exploring this unique county park off Old Towne Road in West Ashley. Admission fees also cover wine and a commemorative wine glass. At each event, two food trucks will also be on site with items available for purchase. 

      The Spring 2022 Wine Down Wednesday music and food lineup is:

      Admission for Wine Down Wednesday is $20 per person in advance, and $25 the day of the event.

      Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs, tables and blankets. Dogs are welcome, but must remain on a leash at all times. If an event is canceled by Charleston County Parks, a refund will be provided. Outside alcohol is prohibited. Outside food is allowed.

      Old Towne Creek County Park is located in West Ashley off Old Towne Road and is open for special events only. Wine Down Wednesday is a great opportunity for the public to be able to explore and enjoy this site. Old Towne Creek features 67 acres of beautiful open fields complemented by groves of live oak trees. The park will undergo construction later in 2022.

      For more information on Wine Down Wednesday, or to register for this event, visit CharlestonCountyParks.com. This event is brought to you by your Charleston County Parks. 

      Owned by the Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission (CCPRC) and only open currently for special events, Old Towne Creek County Park is located at 1400 Old Towne Road, Charleston, SC 29407. The mission of CCPRC is to improve the quality of life in Charleston County by offering a diverse system of park facilities, programs and services. The large park system features over 11,000 acres of property and includes six regional parks, a skate park, three beach parks, four seasonally-lifeguarded beach areas, three dog parks, two landmark fishing piers, three waterparks, 19 boat landings, a climbing wall, a challenge course, an interpretive center, a historic plantation site, an equestrian center, cottages, a campground, a marina, as well as wedding, meeting and event facilities. The park system also offers a wide variety of recreational services – festivals, camps, classes, programs, and more. For more information on CCPRC, call 843-795-4386, or visit CharlestonCountyParks.com.

      Images courtesy Charleston County Parks. High-resolution photos available upon request

      Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission / 861 Riverland Drive / Charleston, SC 29412 / (843) 795-4386

       

       
       
      Sarah Reynolds​
       Public Information Coordinator
       Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission
       
      861 Riverland Dr, Charleston, SC 29412
       
      Primary: 843-762-8089
       
      sreynolds@CCPRC.com|CharlestonCountyParks.com

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    • Jan 27, 2022by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Charleston County Parks Debuts 5K Trail Race Series, Charleston, SC

      Cooper River Marina

      Charleston County Parks,  A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, proudly introduces a 5K trail race series held at some of its most treasured parks for trail runners and walkers. 

       

      Charleston County Parks debuts 5K trail race series
      Explore the Lowcountry’s best trails in 2022

      Sarah Reynolds

      Public Information Coordinator Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission 

      861 Riverland Dr, Charleston, SC 29412
      Primary: 843-762-8089

       

       

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    • Jan 7, 2022by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      LNM: AICW MM 458 Permanent No-Wake Zone, Isle of Palms, SC

      An uptick in recreational boating has led the state Department of Natural Resources to make permanent its longstanding seasonal no-wake zone for part of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway.

      Docks line the Intracoastal Waterway between the back side of the Isle of Palms (left) and Goat Island (right) on April 20, 2017. The S.C. Department of Natural Resources has established a permanent no-wake zone for the area. File

      Safety concerns lead to permanent no-wake zone between Goat Island, Isle of Palms | SC …
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    • Dec 31, 2021by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      USACE Charleston District Survey Team Helps Maintain South Carolina Waterways

      The Charleston District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is responsible for 15 navigation projects along the South Carolina coast, stretching from Little River Inlet near the North Carolina border to Port Royal Harbor on South Carolina’s southern coast.

      USACE Charleston District survey team helps maintain South Carolina waterways – Army.mil
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    • Dec 12, 2021by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.6292,-80.27659999

      LNM: AICW MM 496 Trust the Daybeacons, N Edisto/Dawho Intersection, SC


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      This is good advice from one of our tall-masted and deep keeled friends. Go slow and trust the markers.  The southbound Waterway enters Dawho River at White Point and there is a shoal charted in the mouth of the river entrance.

      Entering the Dawho River from the N Edisto River, Navionics chart was erroneous. Follow the day markers to prevent grounding.  

      Ann Frederick

      S/V Bees Knees

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    • Dec 4, 2021by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.7871,-79.90979999

      LNM: AICW MM 465 Parade of Boats, Dec 11, Charleston, SC


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      You are reminded that spectator boats navigating in the darkness following the parade are at great risk. Please take your time and keep a sharp watch as you leave your anchorage.

      CHARLESTON PARADE OF BOATS

      Charleston Harbor, SC

      On Saturday, December 11, 2021 the City of Charleston will host its annual Charleston Parade of Boats in Charleston Harbor from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

      The parade will assemble in Commercial Anchorage B and begin its northern route around Commercial Anchorage A, continuing up through Bennis Reach, beyond Patriots Point to the Ravenel Bridge. The parade will then transit south down the east side of the Charleston peninsula, and will conclude at City Marina.

      No persons or vessel may enter, transiting through, anchor in, or remain within the designated area unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Charleston or a designated representative.

      This MSIB can be viewed at https://homeport.uscg.mil/port-directory/charleston. For questions or concerns regarding this MSIB, please contact Sector Charleston Waterways Management Division at (843) 740-3184 or the Sector’s 24-hour Command Center at (843) 740-7050.

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    • Nov 9, 2021by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment

      Boats are Being Abandoned on SC’s Shores

      Our thanks to Ted Ariska for posting this article in Save South Carolina’s Anchorages.

       

       

      Boats are being abandoned on SC’s shores. Why? And what’s being done about them?
      Island Packet

      Comments from Cruisers (1)

      1. Phil Barbalace -  November 12, 2021 - 2:18 pm

        The problem is NOT owners abandoning their boats. The problem is typical government bureaucracy unable to take charge, FINE the most recent owners of these boats AND make THEM pay for removal. Just complaining about abandoned boats does not effect a solution.

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    • Oct 21, 2021by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment

      5 Abandoned Vessels Removed from ICW in Horry County, SC

      Wounded Nature-Working Veterans, a nonprofit group, organized Wednesday’s cleanup, working with the Coast Guard and DNR crews to clear five vessels from the Intracoastal Waterway. About 15 derelicts still remain in Horry County’s ICW.

      Wounded Nature-Working Veterans is a group of veterans, non-veterans and active duty military personnel run by Captain Rudy Socha in the Charleston area. The non-profit volunteer organization is working to cleanup, preserve and protect our coastal environment, particularly from derelict vessels. 

       

      5 abandoned boats removed from Intracoastal Waterway in effort by veterans group, Coast Guard and South Carolina DNR
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      1. Kermit Ruegamer -  October 22, 2021 - 1:19 pm

        Hunt the owners down and force them to pay all fees required to clean up "their mess".
        Perhaps allow a community group to assist and make it like a treasure hunt.

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    • Sep 29, 2021by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      LNM: AICW MM 576 Dredging, Savannah River/AICW Intersection

      Elba Island Cut is a maintained channel on the Georgia side of Savannah River across from Fields Cut in South Carolina.

       

      GEORGIA – SAVANNAH RIVER AND WASSAW SOUND – SAVANNAH RIVER/AICW: Dredging operations.

      On or about October 5, 2021 Goodloe Marine will begin dredging operations in the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (AICW) at Elba Island Cut just south of the intersection of the AICW and the Savannah River in Georgia. The cutter dredge EXEL will be removing shoal material from the AICW and pumping the material thru a 20” submerged pipeline across the Savannah River to an upland spoil area on the north side of the Savannah River. Mariners are cautioned to pass dredge at an idle speed and be mindful of numerous buoys and floating pipelines in and near the navigation channel. The dredge can be contacted on channel 16 and 68 for passing instructions. Additional information can be obtained by contacting Ben Goodloe 813-355-7494. Dredging operations are expected to be complete by Nov 15, 2021. For further information, please contact the United States Coast Guard at (912) 247-0073. Chart 11512  LNM 39/21

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    • Sep 21, 2021by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      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.

       

       

       

      Results from the cleanup!
      Wounded Nature-Working Veterans

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