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May 9, 2010by: Claiborne Young No Comments
Barefoot Transient Dock Discussion (Statute Mile 353.5) and Barefoot Resort
Over the weekend of 5/8/10 to 5/9/10, there was a discussion on the GL (“Great Loop) mail list about the marina facility at Barefoot Landing Shopping Center in Myrtle Beach. Most of the messages below center around the status of the docks behind the shopping center (which is still very much operational, but no longer free), but it would be easy to understand how confusion could reign here in regards to the two similarly named facilities facing each other on opposite sides of the Pine Island Cut/AICW canal.
The ocean side facility, which is the subject of this string, now goes under the name, “Barefoot Landing Transient Dock” (see link below). The mainland facility WAS “Barefoot Landing Resort Marina,” but it has gone belly up.
I visited the former Barefoot Resort marina on 5/1/10. I found good news and bad news. On the plus side, the marina was still operating and accepting transients. As a matter of fact, while I was there, the spring AGLCA rendezvous was in full swing at this marina.
However, I was also told that a “glitch” had developed in transferring the marina to new ownership, and the dockmaster was not sure when he might be able to begin offering fuel again, or when the new owners might take over.
While the docks appeared to me to still be in acceptable condition, the formerly lush shoreside landscaping was beginning to look pretty ratty, and the adjacent restaurant was long closed.
If anyone comes across any fresh information about “Barefoot Resort Marina,” PLEASE share this data with the cruising community by clicking the “Comment on This Posting/Marina/Anchorage/Bridge” link below!
Good Afternoon,
Can anyone tell me if the Barefoot Landing free dock, listed in Skipper Bob’s 2005 version, is still available for cruisers? I did not see it listed in the “Friendly Mooring Places” list that was put together earlier this year by Jim on “Twins”.
Thanks in advance!
Todd & Brenda Lanning
Life’s2Short
1985 40′ Oceania Trawler
Ahoy Todd and Brenda:
The “Barefoot Landing Free Dock” is now the “Barefoot Landing Dock.” No longer free, but upgraded a bit with power and water.
Susie and I used to dock there twice a year going up and down the AICW, enjoy the “free” dock and spend usually a couple of hundred $s dining, buying tourist trinkets, etc. Now we continue on and anchor north or south of Myrtle Beach.
Wade Ehlen
New Bern NC
Hello Captains Todd and Brenda:
Yes, the dock at Barefoot Landing Shopping Center does still take transients. The dockmaster here has asked us to now call this facility the “Barefoot Landing Transient Dock.” You can get full details at:
/8-barefoot-landing-dock
Let me know if that works for you. Good luck and good cruising!
Claiborne S. Young
Salty Southeast Cruisers’ Net
CruisingWriter@triad.rr.com
http://www.CruisersNet.net
According to the above reference, it’s alive but it is still not free again. Instead there is a $1.50/ft per night charge or, per cruiser’s comment, $5 charge to stop during the day for a few hours.
A link was provided to the Barefoot Dock, www.bflmarina.net. But it was broke for me. Perhaps someone else will have better luck.
Jim
(Oh if you want a free dock with easy access to town in the MB neighborhood, take the Waccamaw upriver to Conway, SC. It is a beautiful cruise.)
Subject: Barefoot Landing, Myrtle Beach mile 354
Cruising News: Hey everyone, we just wanted to post about a Great new place that just opened here, called the Flying Fish, public Market and Grill, We think other cruisers stopping at barefoot will appreciate it. They have and awesome seafood market and limited veggies and fruit, with great prices, not to mention some of the Best Happy Hour specials we have seen, Not only do they have house wines and house liquors for 3 bucks each during there 4-8 pm happy hour,(also beer 2.50) they also have lots of great appetizers for 5 bucks each, and they are big portions, for example 10 huge jumbo peel and eat shrimp steamed in nut brown ale with market seasoning, 12 oysters served raw with lemon and cocktail, Southern fried chicken tenders served with choice of dipping sauce,(huge order) , Sweet Potato fries topped with crumbles of blue cheese and blue cheese sauce diced tomatoes and red onions, Plus many more to choose from, Buffalo Shrimp, Fried Blue Crab Fingers, Crispy Calamari, Spinach and Artichoke Dip, California rolls, Spicy Tuna, all of these during Happy Hour in the Bar seating area for 5 bucks, and Yes they have some tables in that area as well. We Loved it, all great food, only problem, we couldn\’t eat dinner and had leftovers from the appetizers. Please stop by and enjoy, we felt it was worth writing up for others headed North to enjoy! We sure did!
Captain Clay aboard Gemini
Hey’¦.The Barefoot Landing Dock is still a nice place to lay over for a day or two even though it is not free anymore. Nice prople are running it. Try helping them out a little. Everything in life cannot be FREE!!!
Captain Raymond W. Smith aboard `Fire Dog’
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May 8, 2010by: Larry Dorminy No Comments
Charleston Harbor Marina (Mount Pleasant, SC)
Very nice comments about one of the growing number of premier marinas in the Charleston area, and this one is a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR! Charleston Harbor Marina is actually located on the Mount Pleasant side of Charleston Harbor, within a stone’s throw of the Patriots Point park exhibitions and facilities.
Stopped by to refuel and I was impressed with the facility. The `attitude’ of the entire marina seemed better than last fall and prior to that with the marina crew seeming to be happy to help with anything needed. I’m not sure what the change was, but the entire facility was more `user friendly’ and I’ll definitely stop by again. Food was good and the `Reel Bar’ is a blast. Customer service has definitely become `first class’.
Captain T Jones
Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Charleston Harbor Marina
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May 4, 2010by: Claiborne Young No Comments
Uninvited Passenger
Here’s a little story from Ted Jones, former editor and co-owner of the late, great and much lamented “Coastal Cruising” magazine. This tale signifies to me why we all cruise. Who else could have such an experience but cruisers, and Ted has written it so very well!
As dusk settled over the ocean on April 29th a land bird suddenly flew into the companionway and landed on Malla’s head as she was working in the galley. Reflexively, she brushed it away, and it flew out over the ocean again only to return, determined to find a suitable perch before nightfall. Malla identified it as a swallow. It had most likely been blown out to sea by the strong westerly winds of the previous several days. Swallows, she said require a perch before dark where they can safely spend the night. Ted was not surprised, having been visited by land birds on several occasions. They rarely survive the experience, and there seems to be no way one can help. We have tried, but the end always seems to be the same despite good intentions. Our little swallow eventually found a roosting place on the extension cord used to connect Ted’s computer equipment when we are dockside.
Both of us were mindful of our passenger throughout the tumultuous events of the wee hours of Friday morning and were concerned for its safety. Amazingly, it put up with the contents of the ice box counter crashing to the cabin sole at one point and the noise and vibrations of the engine sometime later. It clung to it’s tenuous perch despite the constant motion.
An hour or so after sunrise, with a `thank you’ chirp, our little bird suddenly took flight, out of the companionway, and with a quick orientation circle disappeared toward land, several miles away. We hope it made it to shore. We will never know, although we told it to say hello to Dorcas when it gets to Vermont.
Cheers,
Ted
Ted’s story about the bird that took refuge reminded me of a similar incident around 1982. While wrapping up a dive trip on the wreck of the City of Richmond some 30 miles or so off the Georgetown entrance a sandpiper landed on the instrument panel’¦and refused to budge. We knew right away the poor critter must have lost it’s bearings and flew out to sea. About the time we approached the Pee Dee entrance it got reoriented and flew away to the beach. Sigh.
Bill Norris
(Nobody You Know) Hatteras 40DCMY
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May 1, 2010by: Larry Dorminy No Comments
Pierside Boatworks, Cooper River, Charleston, SC
Having visited this boatyard, formerly Charleston Boat Yard, on several recent occasions, I can attest to the excellent work being done by the new owner, John Brophy. Like most owner-operated concerns, Pierside Boatworks is having great success. 843-554-7775 and john@piersideboatworks.com
If you ever need a boatyard for maintenance: bottom paint, prop work, through hull fitting work etc. or just to have your boat on the hard for a period of time, please think Pierside Boatworks with John Brophy. He is an upfront owner who will give quotes and timing and then stick by them. John operates the yard to accommodate owners who want to do work themselves or to have his professional team look after your needs. The yard is secure and the staff is welcoming and professional in their areas of expertise. We have done business with John for the past few years and have not been disappointed. Please check them out.
Captains Tim and Marion Barnett (WHATEVER)
We spent almost a month on the hard here. While they raised our waterline by 3 inches and put a new bootstripe on, we spent 2 weeks compounding, polishing and waxing our sailboat from stem to stern and worked on various other projects. They took care of us every step of the way, and John Brophy deserves a lot of credit for the work he’s done to the place. They were incredibly welcoming, even allowing us to use their conference room to homeschool our kids while we were working on our boat. I can’t recommend them enough.
Captain Chris, s/v Pelican
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Apr 24, 2010by: Claiborne Young No Comments
Osprey Marina – Captain Jane Reports (Statute Mile 373)
Below, Captain Jane does her usual sterling job on one of our very favorite facilities in northeastern South Carolina. And, of course, Osprey Marina is one of our most loyal SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSORS!
We finally did it. We chugged far enough North on a long delivery skipper paced day to get us past the usual suspects of Waccawachee and
Bucksport to find out what that invisible Osprey Marina really is, how far it is down that narrow looking channel off Day Marker 26A and why it wins such praise. Here are our answers.
First, it’s a short ride down a deep water channel into a charming quiet cove a world away from speeding “go fast”‘ day boats, even though it appears to be home to many.

Second, while it only has room for five or six transient boats, and dockage is wedgie and modified-wedgie style, the eager welcoming staff
make it low stress and pleasant.
Third, it must be winning all those kudos because everyone is so helpful and pleasant and because it’s got the nicest land heads and
showers we’ve seen on the waterway, and we’ve seen a lot. Even the laundry room is fresh and spotless and includes an ironing board and
iron.
There’s a grill on site serving breakfast and lunch Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Plus there’s a highly touted Italian restaurant that will not only deliver but if you prefer will pick up and deliver you and give you time to shop at a supermarket next door.
Finally, Osprey Marina scores big with the best goody bag — cookies, cheese and crackers and a very cool key chain with warbling whistle
for hailing your first mate back into the cockpit when you are at the helm, just because you feel like it.
Jane Tigar
We would like to add our Vote for the Osprey Marina at mile 373 It was so nice to feel the warm welcome, to such a nice place, not only was the Marina one of the nicest we have stopped at, they made You feel so welcome and said Thanks for staying with us, with goodie bad and all. Great place, Great people, Great price!
Clay and Mary on sailing vessel Gemini
Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Osprey Marina
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Apr 23, 2010by: Larry Dorminy No Comments
Bass Creek Anchorage (Statute Mile 521)
15 miles north of Beaufort and just to the east off the AICW via well-marked Parrot Creek, Bass Creek offers 8-13 feet depths for secure holding and the peace and quiet of South Carolina’s many marsh anchorages.
Currently anchored here with one other boat and it’s delightful. Being Chesapeake sailors, we initially found these open marsh anchorages less than desirable and then they began to grow on us. Not for nasty weather, but usually a nice breeze and the sounds of the marsh birds make for wonderful relaxation.
s/v MicMac
Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Anchorage Directory Listing For Bass Creek Anchorage
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Apr 22, 2010by: Larry Dorminy No Comments
Harbourgate Marina (Statute Mile 347)
I confirmed with Harbourgate Marina via phone that, unfortunately, there is no longer the 5% discount for BoatUS members. The Salty Southeast Cruisers’ Net’s “South Carolina Fuel Prices” directory has been updated accordingly. Please do note that Harbourgate is a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR!
When we called to confirm fuel price listed on SSECN, we were told there is no BoatUS discount.
Jean Thomason
Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Harbour Gate Marina
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Apr 22, 2010by: Larry Dorminy No Comments
Calabash Creek Anchorage (Statute Mile 342)
Calabash Creek Anchorage, just south of the North Carolina state line, remains a popular stopping point as verified by Capt. Jean. However, exercise caution at the creek’s entrance from the AICW, and be aware of two markers in the immediate vicinity, both numbered #2.
Anchored here 4-19-10 with nine other boats ‘“ 6 sail and 4 power altogether. It’s pretty tight with that many boats and I doubt the shrimpers will be please with those that are impinging on the channel. Not a lot of anchorage choices in this area however.
Jean Thomason
Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Anchorage Directory Listing For Calabash Creek Anchorage
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Apr 19, 2010by: Claiborne Young No Comments
Lightkeepers Marina (Statute Mile 346)
Lightkeepers Marina is one of the three pleasure craft facilities located in Coquina Harbor, which borders the Waterway’s western flank in Little River, SC. Another is Myrtle Beach Yacht Club, which, in spite of its name, is a marina, and they are also a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR as well!!!
Note that the reply originally below appeared on the AGLCA (American Great Loop Cruisers’ Association). and was in answer to a question.
If you can handle SC then Lightkeepers Marina in Coquina Harbor, Little River, SC is a nice safe marina with great rates. Phone and ask for James the Dockmaster, tell him what you want to do. It’s about 60 miles south of Wilmington, NC by road. It is in Horry County which is a county where you can leave your boat for up to 182 days per calendar yr without paying County or SC State Taxes. We have left our boat there several times for extended periods when we have gone home to Australia and have been very happy. We are 47ft with a 5ft draft and 18ft beam.
Regards from Rod and Pauline
Nova Scotia 47 Pilothouse Trawler
Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolna Marina Directory Listing For Lightkeepers Marina
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Apr 19, 2010by: Claiborne Young 1 Comment
Harbour Gate Marina (Statute Mile 347)
Here’s a quick, but informative comment about Harbour Gate Marina in Little River, SC. Not only does captain Susie run a great operation, but these good people are a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR! Note that we provide a link to Harbour Gate’s webcam below!
In Myrtle Beach, Harbourgate at the Swing Bridge is very safe, has a camera so you can see your boat on the internet, live.
Just Relax
Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Harbour Gate Marina
Click Here To View Harbour Gate Marina’s live web/habor cam
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Claiborne - April 19, 2010 - 2:07 pm

In Myrtle Beach, Harbourgate at the Swing Bridge is very safe, has a camera so you can see your boat on the internet, live.
Just Relax
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Apr 15, 2010by: Claiborne Young No Comments
Rock Creek Anchorages (Statute Mile 516)
I used to recommend the anchorages on Rock Creek (on the AICW’s path between the Ashepoo and Coosaw Rivers) right and left. Then, about a year ago, we had a series of postings here on the Net, to the effect that a shoal had pretty much cut off easy access to the upstream havens I used to recommend. In Captain Jean’s superb report below, it looks as if she has found the way to avoid these shallows. and drop the hook safely on Rock Creek. That’s good news indeed, because if you are a cruiser who cherishes the feeling that every turn of the screw or puff of wind carries you a bit farther from the maddening crowd, the Rock Creek anchorages are for you. Just be SURE to follow Captain Jean’s navigational advice below when accessing these havens!
We anchored here 4-12-10 and remembered we had been here previously when the water suddenly got thin near the turn to the northeast (the last time we spent time on that shoal waiting for the tide to turn.) This time a quick turn to the west got us into 17 feet of water and once around the corner had no problem getting to where the creek turns north west and anchored there. Had a quiet night and no problem getting out in the morning. Just have to stay on the correct side of the creek!
Jean Thomason
(DOVEKIE)
Click Here For The Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Anchorage Directory Listing For Rock Creek
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Apr 14, 2010by: Claiborne Young No Comments
Wappo Creek – Elliott Cut Anchorage (Statute Mile 471)
The Wappo Creek – Elliott Cut Anchorage lies just off the AICW’s track through these twin streams, between the Ashely and Stono Rivers. It makes for a good spot to anchor if you are waiting for a fair tide on Wappo Creek – Elliott Cut. The tide BOILS thorugh these streams!!!
Anchored here again 4-13-10. The mooring ball is gone so we anchored closer to the west end in 14 feet of water near low tide. Pretty good protection from wakes.
Jean Thomason
Doveskie
Click Here For The Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Anchorage Directory Listing For Wappo Creek – Elliott Cut Anchorage
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Apr 13, 2010by: Claiborne Young No Comments
Ladys Island Marina (Beaufort, SC, Statute Mile 536.5)
Below are some good details about Beaufort’s “other” facility, Ladys Island Marina. This marina lies on the shores of Factory Creek, which cuts south, just east of the Lady’s Island swing bridge.
A little more on Lady’s Island Marina. The canvas repair closed. Besides Groupers, a new barbeque joint: The Smokey Chef opened adjacent to the marina. The complimentary 2 hr. dockage is in effect for boaters going to Groupers.
We’ve taken our 5’9’³ draft sailboat in and out of Factory Creek multiple times this spring, and haven’t had a problem at mid- to high tide. We wouldn’t try it at low tide. Stay well away from Factory Creek’s green #1 as that’s where it’s shoaled.
Mike Cannady
Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Ladys Island Marina
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Apr 12, 2010by: Claiborne Young No Comments
Bull Creek Anchorages (Statute Mile 381)
Bull Creek cuts of the AICW/Waccamaw River, south of Prince Creek. This stream provides some of the most idyllic anchorages I’ve ever reviewed, And, I’ve reviewed thousands over the last 30 years as a cruising guide author. To be succinct, don’t dare miss these waters as an overnight stop!
Anchored here 4-9-10 in the area between two anchors on the chartlet. Two other boat also there. Some wakes from small boats. Larger cruise boats went by slowly. Nice setting. No-see-ums in the morning. Lots of swing room and good protection from north winds and some from the south or east, more open to west.
Jean Thomason (DOVEKIE)
Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Anchorage Directory Listing For The Bull Creek Anchorages
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Apr 8, 2010by: Claiborne Young No Comments
New Restaurant at Ladys Island Marina (Statute Mile 536.5)
Ladys Island Marina lies on the shores of Factory Creek, just across Ladys Island Bridge from downtown Beaufort, SC. The entrance to Factory Creek cuts south from the Waterway, just east of the Ladys Island span. While we are certainly very glad to hear there’s a new restaurant here, we still strongly suggest that you berth at Downtown Beaufort Marina (A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR). You can always take a quick taxi ride across the bridge to check out the new dining attraction, and there are also quite a collection of good places to quiet a healthy appetite in downtown Beaufort.
Subject: New Restaurant at Lady’s Island Marina
Cruising News: Claiborne, Cruisers heading to or through Beaufort, SC might be interested to learn that a new restaurant, named “Groupers”, has just opened up in the building formerly occupied by “Ollie’s” at Lady’s Island Marina. The new owners have thoroughly redecorated the place in pleasing Caribbean colors, and they\’re offering a truly varied menu –it’s not just seafood. We had lunch there last week, when they’d only been open for 3 days, and the place was already packed. Service was a bit slow (they seem to have been taken by surprise by the strong response they’ve gotten so far), but the food was good and no doubt the kinks will get worked out as the kitchen and wait staff adjust to the demand. We later heard that there was a line out the door waiting for dinner that same night, so they’ve clearly been discovered! They’re a welcome addition to the Beaufort restaurant scene. And, as a bonus, it’s our understanding that short-term transient dockage at Lady’s Island Marina for an hour or two is free if you come in for a meal at the restaurant, provided that a slip is available for your size boat.
Bob and Janet Schwerzel
We ate dinner at Groupers 4/10/2010 at 5:30 before the rush. We got salads, bread and drinks promptly but the entree was long in coming and the food was not hot. They were glad to reheat it. We had to request our side vegetables a couple of times. The Jambalaya was good; the fried oysters were too heavily breaded (compared with Ollie’s) The vegetables were nicely cooked and crisp. The prices seem a bit high ($17-20). The waitress was clearly inexperienced; she overturned a glass of ice tea at the next table and bumped into ours. Hopefully they will work out the problems soon!
Jean Thomason
(DOVEKIE)
Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Downtown Beaufort Marina
Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Ladys Island Marina
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Apr 8, 2010by: Claiborne Young No Comments
Socastee Swing Bridge Opens on Demand (Statute Mile 371)
We have actually listed the Socastee Swing Bridge as “Opens on Demand” or some time in our “South Carolina Bridge Directory” (/category/bridges-south-carolina/).
How “nice” of them to open on demand, especially as this low-level, break-down prone span should have been removed years ago, when the adjacent high-rise opened. Why spend the millions of dollars to build the new bridge, and keep the old one in place. Siggghhhhh!
The Socastee Swing Bridge tender said today that “unfortunately” there is no opening schedule for spring season. It’s all on demand. Our experience south- and northbound this season is we waited ten minutes for an opening.
Captain Jane Tigar
Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Bridge Directory Listing For The Socastee Swing Bridge
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Apr 7, 2010by: Claiborne Young No Comments
Charleston Maritime Center (Cooper River)
I have always found the Charleston Maritime Center a bit cramped, but others obviously have a different point of view.
Great Marina. Reasonable ($1.50 for BoatUS, deals on weekly and monthly), friendly, helpful staff. Close to very good grocery, city library, coffee shops, restaurants, gym, movie theater and walking distance to historic Charleston’s great old homes, Battery Park, good restaurants, galleries, museums, bus and trolley lines etc. Some pretty good surge on tide changes, but not unreasonable. Definitely the place to stay if you are passing through and want to see some of Charleston. City Marina on the other side is a little far out.
Jack Robinson
Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Charleston Maritime Center
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Apr 7, 2010by: Claiborne Young No Comments
Charleston City Marina (Statute Mile 469)
Charleston City Marina is another long time SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR. This facility is located on the Ashley River side of Charleston and is very convenient for visiting the city’s dreamlike historic/business/dining districts. There is also a surprisingly good restaurant on site known locally as the “Variety Store.” All three meals of the day are very good here, and the prices are reasonable!
Stayed here 3/24/2010 thru 3/27/2010. Outstanding service. They don’t seem to be able to do enough for you. Transient dock is easy to get into and out of. Is oriented with the current so you can approach in one direction or another and not worry about a cross current.
Shuttle makes trips to the down town area on a regular schedule at no charge. Really a great city to spend a few days.
SV Aquarius
Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Charleston City Marina
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Apr 7, 2010by: Claiborne Young No Comments
Downtown Marina of Beaufort (Statute Mile 536.5) and Beaufort Historic/Dining District
Rick and Mandy Griffin, owners and operators of Downtown Marina of Beaufort are among our oldest and best SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSORS! These good people are truly friends to the cruising community, and we cannot recommend a stop here too highly.
Here on 3/27-30/2010. Agree with all the comments made by Larry Morrow. Lots of beautiful old homes and you can get alot more out or what you see if you take a walking tour or horse drawn cart with guide. Plum’s and Saltus are two outstanding resturants. Both are owned by the same person, but have a little different selections.
SV Aquarius
Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Downtown Marina of Beaufort
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Apr 5, 2010by: Claiborne Young No Comments
Boat Storage Near Charleston, SC
The question and answer below are copied from the Net’s “Ask Your Neighbor” page, which was, in turn, copied form the AGLCA mail list. Of course, no surprise here. We particularly recommend Ross Marine, and these good people are a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR!
We are heading N from Savannah and just found our daughter inlaw is having our grandbaby a few weeks earlier than expected. We’ll be gone from the boat a few weeks so would like it kept on the hard until we return. Please suggest a Charleston area boat yard or marina for this.
Thanks,
Roger & Mary Carter
Jolly Roger
Roger & Mary,
In the Charleston area it is very unusual to store a boat on the hard. Even in the dead of winter boats are in the water. Having said that there are three boatyards in the area you can try
Rockville Marine http://www.rockvillemarine.com/
Ross Marine http://rossmarine.com/cgi-bin/p/awtp-home.cgi?d=ross-marine
The City Boatyard http://www.thecityboatyard.com/
Your other option is to leave the boat in a Marina.
Steve
I have a boat at Bohicket Marina and would suggest leaving your boat there in the water.
B. Sanders
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