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SC Wildlife Management Areas Closed
Four WMAs Closed Due to Flooding
Due to persistent flooding and damage to roads caused by Hurricane Irma, the following properties will be closed until further notice.
SCDNR staff will be monitoring water levels and working diligently to clear and repair roads. Members of the public are advised to check the SCDNR website frequently for additional closures across the state and re-opening of closed properties.
Due to severe erosion and water on the roads caused by Hurricane Irma, the following properties are closed to vehicle access until further notice.
These roads will be open to vehicle traffic once water recedes and road repairs are made.
All state lakes and hatcheries are open.
Property Closures
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Report from Isle of Palms Marina, AICW Statute Mile 457
Isle of Palms Marina is on the east side of the Waterway north of the Charleston Harbor.
The Isle of Palms Marina had lots of water over the bulkhead but the docks are in good shape. The fuel dock, store and deli are ope for business, 6:00am to 8:00pm 7 days a week.
Brian BerriganClick Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Isle of Palms Marina
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3:45 p.m. storm update: Charleston deals with ‘incredible flooding,’ tornado warnings
STORM ALERT You 3:45 p.m. storm update: Charleston deals with ‘incredible flooding,’ tornado warnings as Irma passes
Irma’s eye may have not entered the state, but it’s massive bands stretching 415 miles from its center plowed through the Charleston area Monday, wreaking havoc with heavy flooding and multiple tornado warnings in parts of the Lowcountry. …
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SC 9 a.m. storm update: Flash flood watch, high tide before noon, quiet anticipation
STORM UPDATE You 9 a.m. storm update: Quiet anticipation, flash flood watch, high tide before noon
Residents and almost an equal number of media personnel were out on Folly Beach near the pier early Sunday morning photographing the waves, which were definitely rougher than normal. …
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Shelters Open for SC Barrier Island Evacuees
From scemd.org
You will need to bring these items with you to any emergency shelter:
- Personal identification, Prescription and emergency medications, extra clothing, pillows, blankets, hygiene supplies, important documents and other comfort items.
- It’s also important not to forget items for children, such as diapers, formula and toys, and other items for family members who have unique needs
- If you have a restrictive diet, you will need to bring your own food for meals.
County Shelter Name Address Status Pet Friendly Colleton Colleton County Middle School 1379 Tuskegee Airmen Drive OPEN Jasper Ridgeland High-Junior-Elementary Complex 250 Jaguar Trail OPEN Richland Dent Middle School 2721 Decker Blvd OPEN Be the first to comment!
3 p.m. Charleston Storm Update: Preparing for Lowcountry storm surge
NEWS ALERT | HURRICANE IRMA Your 3 p.m. hurricane update: Preparing for Lowcountry storm surge, evacuation compliance, hotels available
“At this point, we anticipate significant storm surge and flooding, especially downtown, on Monday and Tuesday.”
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SC Governor orders Saturday evacuations of some barrier islands
McMaster orders Saturday evacuations of some barrier islands
BREAKING NEWS ALERT | 
Your 9 p.m. update: McMaster orders Saturday evacuations of some barrier islands, Irma’s S.C. impact still in flux
Irma’s impact on South Carolina continues to remain unclear, with fluctuating forecasts and a predicted path that now just brushes the northwest edge of the state.
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Record Surge, Major Storm Conditions for SC
Record surge, ‘major’ storm conditions expected in South Carolina from Hurricane Irma
Surf will start to pick up Thursday, winds and rain by Saturday night. Hurricane Irma is due to make landfall in or near South Carolina late Monday or early Tuesday.
from Post and Courier, Charleston, SCBREAKING NEWS ALERT | HURRICANE IRMA 
Record surge, ‘major’ storm conditions expected in South Carolina from Hurricane Irma
Surf will start to pick up Thursday, winds and rain by Saturday night. Hurricane Irma is due to make landfall in or near South Carolina late Monday or early Tuesday. …
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Bob and Ann Sherer Report on the Dawho River, AICW Statute Mile 497
For several years Cruisers’ Net has had reports of shallow water encountered near the eastern end of the Waterway’s passage through South Carolina’s Dawho River between the North and South Edisto Rivers. Our thanks to authors Bob and Ann Sherer for sharing their observations on the erroneous magenta line in this section. The Sherers have just released the 2017 edition of their ICW Cruising Guide, see /166170.
Hi Larry,
I wrote an article about a 5.5 MLW route through the shallows of the east entrance into the Dawho River, a notoriously shallow area of the ICW south of Charleston. It’s also where the magenta line can lead you astray as far as finding the deepest water. The article might be of interest to your readers so I’ve included a link if you think that’s the best way of presenting the information.Here’s the link to the article:
http://fleetwing.blogspot.com/2017/08/dawho-river-beware-magenta-line.htmlThanks, Bob Sherer
aka Bob423Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Dawho River
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Good News from Harbour Town Yacht Basin, AICW Statute Mile 565
Our thanks to Harbourmaster Nancy Cappelmann for keeping us all updated on post-Matthew conditions at one of everyone’s favorite Waterway stops. And, of course, Harbour Town Yacht Basin on Hilton Head’s Sea Pines Resort is A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR!
We are excited to announce that Harbour Town Yacht Basin has restored electrical service to approximately 50% of the slips. WiFi will not be available until the electrical installation is complete, however all of the amenities of The Sea Pines Resort are in fabulous condition and available to our visiting boaters.
Thank you for all your assistance as we have worked our way through the rebuilding process. I will continue to keep you updated on our progress.
And thank you for the nice letters and stickers. We have proudly displayed them on our front door!
Nancy Cappelmann
Harbourmaster, Harbour Town Yacht Basin
149 Lighthouse Road
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Office 843.363.8335
Fax 843.671.0433
NCappelmann@seapines.comClick Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Harbor Town Yacht Basin
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Climate Pattern Might Affect South Carolina Coast
Like earlier reports, this discussion implies a higher than normal 2017 storm season.
The Madden-Julian Oscillation is an oscillation is a fluctuation in tropical weather that stirs thunderstorms. If the water’s hot enough, those storms can strengthen into tropical cyclones.
CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL REPORT from Charleston’s Post and Courier
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Report from Problem Stretch south of McClellanville, AICW Statute Miles 430-433
The waterway passing McClellanville all the way to the Ben Sawyer Bridge has been shoaling for years. And, as Phillip Mullins advises, SSECN still recommends mid to high tide for passage through this section.
Good water up to Jeremy Creek, then you have to wait at least 1 hr. after low tide. Stayed on magenta line all the way to red day mark 42. I draw 5 ft and came through 2 spots that were 4.8 ft but was able to plow through. Rest of the time had 6.0 ft or better. If you are not comfortable with this, I suggest you wait until 2 hrs after low tide.
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Praise for Myrtle Beach Yacht Club, AICW Statute Mile 346
Myrtle Beach Yacht Club on Coquina Harbor has been a great stopping place and a friend to cruisers for years. Naturally, they are A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR! The entrance to Coquina Harbor lies on the north side of the Waterway opposite Marker #13. Our thanks to Charles Ridley for this report.
7-5-17. Left Harbor Village at 6:15am. Beautiful day all day. Changed plans when realize get into Southport way too early and changed to MBYC at mm346. Fueled up– 80 gal/stb. And 62.2 in port -total 141.6. With Boat US dockage was $34!!! (my boat is 34″) $5 for electricity- 30 amp. Gene was as competent as cute helping us dock and take on fuel. Have a pass to get in the club’s grill- taco and tequila sunrises on very special! Shower secure, clean and even the soap dispensers had soap. Wifi strong on A-10. Easy to take dog out. No current and maybe a foot tide fall. Docks in great shape. We are here for only 1 night but may be a very good place for several days since so much going on around here. We will be back – most definitely.
Charles RidleyClick Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Myrtle Beach Yacht Club
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Praise for Harborwalk Marina and Georgetown, SC, AICW Statute Mile 403
Georgetown and Harborwalk Marina, both SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSORS, continue to do everything possible to make your visit a special one. Located on the Sampit River, Harborwalk Marina is only a boardwalk away from Georgetown’s Historic District for history, entertainment, great food and shopping.
Enjoy Georgetown – a great stop. As with any cruising along the GA, SC and NC coasts, be mindful of tides and follow markers carefully. We strongly recommend Harbor Walk Marina in Georgetown – pet friendly for sure and immaculate restrooms/showers. Be sure to tell Chris, the owner/dockmaster, hello from Midas Touch.
Mike and Marian Warlic, on AGLCA’s ForumClick Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Harborwalk Marina
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- Reply to Cap
We have spent MONTHS at Harbor Walk and love both Georgetown and the team at the marina. Be sure to visit Radar and crew at Coffee Break Cafe and enjoy their superior omelets. Shrimp & Grits are excellent at the River Room, Aunnie’s Country Kitchen has excellent eats. Be sure to see the SC Champion Oak next to the Indigo Society Hall. Our dogs loved the place and had great fun on many extended walks. For 5 years we spent one month going south and another month going north in this excellent town.
Cap & Linda
S/V Zydeco, B473 - Reply to Raymond
I would agree 100%!!!!
- Reply to Raymond
I would also agree 100%!!!!
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Elske Visits Windmill Harbour Marina, Part II, Sunset, AICW Statute Mile 558
Windmill Harbour Marina, A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, is located on Skull Creek, on the shores of Hilton Head Island. Our thanks to David and Jacquelyn for sharing these beautiful sunset photos from their delightful blog.
CLICK HERE for The Voyage of Elske on America’s Great Loop
Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Windmill Harbour Marina
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Pierside Boatworks is Now Charleston Boatyard, Cooper River, Charleston, SC off the AICW
Pierside Boatworks is now Charleston Boatyard Marina!
Pierside Boatworks has sold and is now operating as Charleston Boatyard Marina, LLC. New owners and boat enthusiasts Andy Oberdier and Peter Ulber are ready to transform it into Charleston’s modern and easy to use Boatyard. We are excited to keep you up to date on all the latest developments and plans.
If you are interested in contacting us for service, questions, or just to say hi, please contact us!
Call us at the same number: 843-554-7775
Email us for service: service@charlestonboatyard.com
VIsit us on the web: www.charlestonboatyard.com
We will be revamping our website and Facebook page shortly. Also look for promotions and discounts arriving soon.
Paige Haines
READ MOREClick Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Charleston Boatyard
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The information is incorrect. Pierside closed its operations. Charleston Boatyard operates at the location that Pierside used to operate. Charleston Boatyard is not Pierside.
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Elske Visits Windmill Harbour Marina, AICW Statute Mile 558
Be sure to see FOCUS ON Windmill Harbour Marina, A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, which is located on Skull Creek, on the shores of Hilton Head Island. Our thanks to David and Jacquelyn for sharing their delightful blog.
After successfully navigating the challenging Fields Cut, we enjoyed immensely our first day on South Carolina rivers.
Elske is now berthed at Windmill Harbour, Hilton Head, South Carolina. She will reside here for the month of June.
Windmill Harbour is a lock-controlled harbour which means it is about as safe a boat could be. There are no tides or current. Barnacles don’t grow in this harbour. Elske is very happy here.
We are looking forward to exploring Hilton Head Island during our sojourn here.
David and JacquelynCLICK HERE for The Voyage of Elske on America’s Great Loop
Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Windmill Harbour Marina
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- Reply to Legacy
Welcome to Windmill Harbor and the best marina staff around!
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Boat Fire, Harborage at Ashley Marina, Ashley River, Charleston, SC, near AICW Statute Mile 469
The Harborage at Ashley Marina lies along the northeastern shores of Ashley River (on the Charleston peninsula) between the charted 56 foot fixed bridge and the 18-foot Highway 17 bascule bridge. Initial findings indicate that this fire was related to fueling.
CHARLESTON, SC (WCSC) –
Authorities are working to figure out what caused a boat to explode and catch fire at the Harborage at Ashley Marina Monday morning.
CLICK HERE FOR REPORT AND VIDEO from live5 news.comClick Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of The Harborage at Ashley Marina
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Not good but at least is was close to face dock. Hope no one was aboard.
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South Carolina Natural Resources Blog: Back to Basics . .
Good thoughts on safe boating from SCDNR.
Back to Basics . . .
by David LucasBoating Safety should be the business of everyone that plans to spend time on the water.
You might guess that someone who’s spent as many years as I have working for the S.C Department of Natural Resources would be an expert boater, but you’d be wrong. Growing up, my family didn’t own a boat, and when we’d got the chance to go out fishing or riding on the lake, it was generally with someone else — friends or extended family. Later in life, even though boating held some interest for me, there was always something else that was more of a priority to spend the time and money on. So, boating experiences were fairly few and far between, and almost always involved someone else at the controls. That’s actually the case for many adults who take up boating later in life, and for those folks in particular, a solid grounding in the basics of safe boating is key to enjoying their new hobby. READ MORE
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