Aug 19, 2020by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.6893,-79.79229999
LNM: Wave Buoy Deployment, Charleston Harbor Entrance Channel, near SC AICW Statute Mile 465

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This wave buoy is on the SSW side of the entrance channel.
SOUTH CAROLINA – CHARLESTON ENTRANCE – CHARLESTON HARBOR: Post 45 Charleston Entrance Channel Maintenance Wave Buoy Deployment
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company, LLC has deployed a data buoy in the approximate work area of the Charleston Entrance Channel Dredging Projects to monitor sea conditions for the purpose of supporting safe dredging operations offshore. The wave data buoy will be anchored/tethered to the sea floor with approximately 130 feet of chain, the exact position of the buoy is dependent on local tides and currents. The wave buoy is also equipped with AIS. AIS ID is GLD-HB1. Mariners and vessels operating are advised to remain clear of the area. For further information, contact Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company, John Huit at (630) 207-5196. Chart 11528 LNM 33/20
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Aug 14, 2020by: Larry Dorminy 1 Comment 32.1813,-80.73129999
Good Words for Shelter Cove Harbor and Marina, Hilton Head, SC AICW Statute Mile 564

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Shelter Cove Harbor and Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, sits in the center of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina and the marina’s state-of-the-art facilities and comprehensive amenities are complemented by the lowcountry charm of the island. Our thanks to Loopers, Jan and Lee Rychel, for these kind words as posted on AGLCA’s Forum.
A stop at Shelter Cove Marina is a great break. If they [restaurants] are open, several very nice restaurants in the harbor. It’s a quick loaner bike ride to the beach. Jason is one of our all time favorite Harbormasters. We weathered Mathew in Shelter Cove. Jason is a true professional. Never go by without a stop.
Jan and Lee Rychel
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John Donohoe - August 20, 2020 - 5:23 pm

I second that! Jason and crew and very attentive, I have been staying there for four winters and each year they get better. . I'll b e back next month!
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Jul 15, 2020by: Larry Dorminy 1 Comment 32.6048,-80.2849999
LNM: Oyster Beds to be Installed, Steamboat Creek, off SC AICW Statute Mile 496

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Steamboat Creek cuts the southwestern banks of the North Edisto River, southeast of the ICW/Dawho River and this popular anchorage lies northeast of the charted position of Steamboat Landing. There have been recent local objections from boaters about these floating oyster beds and their implementation may be temporary. Many boaters consider the floating beds to be a danger to navigation and a reduction of anchoring space.
SOUTH CAROLINA – STONO AND NORTH EDISTO RIVERS – NORTH EDISTO RIVER – STEAMBOAT CREEK: Oyster Farm Project
Charleston, South Carolina. The activities include the installation of a total of 700 floating OysterGro cages in one project area. The cages will be configured in 28 trawls (or groups) of 25 cages per trawl, with each end of the trawl being anchored by an auger. From the shoreline, the trawls will be established 50’ from the MLW line and continue channelward with 25’ of spacing between parallel trawls. The perimeter of the project will extend up to approximately 205’ wide and 1,685’ in total linear length. The project area will be marked with five white “Danger Obstruction” buoys; two of the five buoys have been deployed in approximate position 32-36-39.600N, 080-16-40.800W (32°36.6600N / 080°16.6800W, 32.611000 / -80.278000) and 32-36-37.620N, 080-16-39.510W (32°36.6270N / 080°16.6585W, 32.610450 / -80.277642), which mark the southwestern end of the project area. Operations will begin on or around July 13, 2020 and conclude June 2022. For further information regarding this project, please contact USCG Sector Charleston, Waterways Management Division at (843) 323-7761. Chart 11522 LNM 28/20
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Ted Arisaka - July 16, 2020 - 11:34 am

Thank you Larry for this heads up. I see reference to prior objection from boaters on these encroachments into navigable waterways – do you have any links to these? Thank you
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Jun 26, 2020by: Larry Dorminy 1 Comment 32.7783,-79.9529999
Masks Required in Charleston, SC Beginning July 1

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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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james aughton - June 26, 2020 - 5:41 pm

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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Jun 6, 2020by: Larry Dorminy No Comments
LNM: High Water Event, Upper Waccamaw River, SC
This high water has prompted the USCG to declare a strict no-wake zone from statute miles 375-366. See Strict No-Wake Zone. Our thanks to Jim Healy for this notice.

The Coast Guard has declared a “HIGH WATER EVENT” for the Upper Waccamaw River in South Carolina. Officially, the affected zone starts an Wacca Wacha Marina and runs through Myrtle Beach, and includes the Upper Waccamaw to Conway, SC. But is fact, it will affect everyone from Georgetown through Myrtle Beach.
The ICW is above flood stage. The fixed docks at Buicksport Marina (Bucksport sausage) are under water. Because of the flooding, there isn’t much tide in this area, but there is a nasty 3-1/2 to 4 knot current on the Waccamaw that has a big effect on slower boats. We normally make 8-1/2 StM/Hr through still water; yesterday in places, 5-1/2 StM./Hr at higher engine RPM than usual. The marina folks here are saying the crest of the flooding is expected this coming Saturday (6/6/2020).
We have not traveled farther than Socastee, SC (Osprey Marina), but immediately North of Osprey is an area where houses are flooded by the high water. Some bridges (RR, not on the ICW) are locked closed. The USCG LNM is reminding boaters that they are responsible for their wakes, as water is into home is some places. And, I should make honorable mention, there is large flotsam in the water. Watch for logs. Sailboats, make sure you can clear the fixed bridges on the Waccamaw and the ICW through Myrtle Beach. There is one sailboat at Osprey that cannot make the bridges, so he’ll be stuck for a while.
Jim
Peg and Jim Healy, living aboard Sanctuary
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Jun 6, 2020by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 33.6873,-79.00459999
No Wake Zone Must Be Honored in Socastee, SC, AICW Statute Mile 371

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For years and long before extreme ICW flooding, Cruisers Net has pleaded with boaters to reduce wakes as they pass through the low country of Socastee, one of those picturesque Waterway portions.
Boaters could cause more water damage to homes along the Intracoastal
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Jun 3, 2020by: Larry Dorminy No Comments

SCDNR Updated List of Closures and Cancellations

South Carolina Department of Natural Resources continues to monitor COVID-19. In accordance with directives issued by Gov. Henry McMaster, the Department of Health and Environmental Control and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, SCDNR has canceled, postponed or closed several programs and events.

Updated Wednesday, June 3, 2020

*New items are bolded

Cancellations & Closures

SCDNR continues to monitor COVID-19. In accordance with directives issued by Gov. Henry McMaster, the Department of Health and Environmental Control and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, SCDNR has canceled, postponed or closed several programs and events.

View a complete and updated list.

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Following are SCDNR-related cancellations:

Table Rock Fishing Clinic (June 6)
Lake Rabon Fishing Rodeo (June 6)
Sewee Center Fishing Rodeo (June 13)
All in-person hunter and boater education classes are canceled through June 15.
Sun City Grandparents Park Fishing Clinics (June 20, July 18)
Volunteer Lab days at SCDNR’s Parker Annex Archaeology Center are canceled until further notice.
Bat netting is canceled until further notice.
All Trailer and Take One Make One (TOMO) events are canceled until further notice.

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Following are SCDNR-related closures:

All secondary roads on Jocassee Gorges were closed May 11 in accordance with the normal road management schedule. Secondary roads will reopen Sept. 15.
The St. Stephen’s Fish Lift (Shad cam available)
All SCDNR freshwater fish hatcheries (still operational, but closed to public)
SCDNR offices statewide currently do not allow in-person transactions. All services can be completed online, by phone or U.S. mail.
U.S. Department of Energy has closed Crackerneck Wildlife Management Area and Ecological Reserve in Aiken County is closed until further notice.
Duke Energy has closed Bad Creek Hydro Project.

SCDNR urges all customers to utilize online resources for the purchase of hunting and fishing licenses, as well as renewal of boat registrations.

At this time, COVID-19 has not impacted season dates or regulations of upcoming hunting or fishing seasons.

South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, Rembert C. Dennis Building

1000 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 29201

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May 19, 2020by: Larry Dorminy No Comments

SCDNR Offices Fully Operational, Public Access Restricted, West Columbia, SC

While operations resume at full capacity within the office, in-person transactions are not taking place at this time.

—- NEWS RELEASE —-

For Immediate Release

West Columbia SCDNR office fully operational, public access remains restricted

COLUMBIA, S.C. (May 18, 2020) — The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources’ Licensing and Boat Titling Office, located at the State Farmer’s Market in West Columbia, is now fully staffed.While operations resume at full capacity within the office, in-person transactions are not taking place at this time. Please note that ALL services can be completed by phone, online, or by U.S. Mail.

With a full staff, SCDNR will now be able to process paperwork, answer questions, and complete transactions in a more efficient and faster manner.

Please allow 4-6 weeks for us to process your application. Historically, this is one of the busiest times of the year for boat registrations, and South Carolina continues to rank in the top 10 states for boat registrations. Since all transactions are being done by mail, volumes have increased significantly. Our staff is working as quickly as possible to process and return your documents.

To purchase hunting & fishing licenses, permits, or tags, customers may visit www.dnr.sc.gov/purchase.

Boat titling and registration transactions can be made via U.S. mail. Send applications and paperwork to:

SCDNR, ATTN: T&R
P.O. Box 167
Columbia, SC 29202-0167

Details and instructions are available online at www.dnr.sc.gov/boating.

In addition, SCDNR has answered many commonly asked questions about the required boat registration paperwork. If possible, please review the information provided at this link before placing a call to our offices to help reduce wait times.

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

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May 16, 2020by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.9275,-79.839999
Outboard Service Available! Safe Harbor City Boatyard, Charleston, SC

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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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May 7, 2020by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.709,-80.1499999
Good Visit to Church Creek Anchorage, SC AICW Statute Mile 487.5

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As you can tell from the comments of Charlie and Jackie, Church Creek is a long-time favorite anchorage. Church Creek anchorage lies 18 miles south of Charleston. Church Creek, with 13-22 ft. depths, indents the eastern flank of the AICW’s hard by marker #77.
3-27-2020- back in one of our favorite anchorages- Church Crk, about mm 486.8. We always go farther into crk than most- quieter! Anchor held first time- never dragged here before. Great Verizon, 19 over air TV, normal tidal current, no shopping or dog walking. Plenty of swing room for many large boats. Beautiful view is worth the stop. Some protection from southerly wind- more of a moderate weather anchorage. This is in top 5 of our favorites- been here well over 12 times- and will be back in future.
Charlie and Jackie on Traveler.
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May 7, 2020by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.4513,-80.57859999
Dataw Island Marina Now Open, near SC AICW Statute Mile 521.5

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Dataw Island Marina, a former Cruisers Net sponsor, was completely destroyed by Hurricane Matthew, but has now rebuilt and is open for business (temporarily restricted to day-time only transients and outside dining.) The marina is located just a short distance south off the Waterway via Parrot Creek, then Morgan River, west of marker #6, along the southern banks of the Morgan River. A wonderful, intimate marina and a great stopover!
We are happy to report that the Dataw Island Marina is once again fully operational with fuel, wet slips, dry stack, a restaurant, and a full-service boatyard.
The Dataw Island Marina has rebuilt their wetslips and has a fuel once again. Gone are the days of being limited to dry stack. Hooray!!!
Laura McCarthy
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May 5, 2020by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.2163,-80.78089999

Status Update: Windmill Harbour Marina, Hilton Head Island, SC AICW Statute Mile 558

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Windmill Harbour Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is located on Skull Creek, on the shores of Hilton Head Island. As of 5/6 transients are welcome.

EFFECTIVE 5/6/20

MARINA LOCK HOURS OF OPERATION BACK TO NORMAL!

Daylight Savings time hours: 8am – 7pm every day

As usual, Fuel Dock closes 1 hour before the Lock.

Marina office will remain closed until further notice.

Please note the Lock will be closed tomorrow 5/6/20 from 2pm to 3pm for pressure washing and routine maintenance.

Dear Boaters,

I hope this email finds everyone happy and healthy. We have had lots of folks out enjoying these beautiful spring days on the water. Let’s hope this weather continues for a while before the humidity and temperature goes up.

According to the latest updates given by Governor McMaster, he has lifted the “stay at home or work” order. We now feel that it is safe to switch back to normal working hours and start allowing transients back, taking into account the most recent health and safety precautions. We will utilize electronic document signing and take payments over the telephone to continue social distancing guidelines. We are still encouraging self service at the fuel dock for fuel and pump outs. PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) will be utilized by our staff, and we will increase the sanitation of our common areas such as bathrooms and Lock controls. We look forward to serving all of our regular slip owners, slip renters, and transients who love Windmill Harbour as much as we do.

We are hopeful that we have “flattened the curve” as they say, but we should still remain vigilant and abide by proper social distancing measures.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

Sincerely,

Jake McMillan

Harbourmaster

windmillharbourmaster@gmail.com

Tide Conditions this weekend

May 9th and 10th

Please note the low tides

Saturday – 5:01pm Level -0.7′

Sunday – 5:49pm Level -0.2′

Please be advised that there may be a substantial wait time to be Locked back in on each afternoon. Please have patience and understand we are doing our best to get you safely in within a timely manner.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms on the 10th!

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May 5, 2020by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.7783,-79.9529999
Simplifying Your Boating Experience, Safe Harbor Charleston City Marina, SC AICW Statute Mile 469

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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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Apr 22, 2020by: Larry Dorminy No Comments

Happy 50th Earth Day from South Carolina Department of Natural Resources

Here are nine scenic locations around South Carolina you can enjoy virtually to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day.

Happy 50th, Earth Day!

While you’re practicing good social distancing, we know you miss exploring our state’s beautiful natural resources. We do, too.

Here are nine scenic locations around South Carolina you can enjoy virtually to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day.

Which one will you visit first?

ACE Basin

Brookgreen

Brookgreen Gardens

Charles Town Landing

Charles Towne Landing

Chattooganew

Chattooga River

Lake Jocassee

Editso

Edisto River

Sassafras Mountain

Congaree Swamp

Sunset at Lake Murray

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Apr 21, 2020by: Larry Dorminy No Comments

SCDNR to Keep Some Properties, Facilities Closed

South Carolina Department of Natural Resources will keep some properties and facilities closed during SC’s initial easing of restrictions.

—- NEWS RELEASE —-

For Immediate Release

SCDNR to keep some properties, facilities closed

COLUMBIA, S.C. (April 21, 2020) — The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) will continue to keep several properties and facilities closed until further notice.Those closures include piers at SCDNR’s 13 state lakes, Capers Island, St. Helena Sound Heritage Preserve islands, Fenwick Island, and Botany Bay beach access, as well as Bald Rock Heritage Preserve and Sassafras Mountain Observation Tower.

SCDNR continues to monitor the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic will make decisions regarding the opening or closing of SCDNR-managed properties with the goal of ensuring the health and safety of staff and visitors as our first priority.

SCDNR remains committed to coordinating a strategic approach to safely reopening these properties and facilities.

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

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Apr 8, 2020by: Larry Dorminy 1 Comment
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 UPDATE
We 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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Fay Davis - April 8, 2020 - 8:01 pm

These links never work for me. Anyone else? Just went and loaded the app! Ty
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Apr 4, 2020by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.7543,-80.01179999
St. Johns Yacht Harbor Update, Stono River, AICW Statute Mile 472.5

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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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Apr 2, 2020by: Larry Dorminy No Comments

SCDNR’s State Lakes Reopening for Bank Fishing

This is welcome news for South Carolina residents who often rely on fishing for food rather than sport. This news release clarifies earlier Closures and Cancellations.

—- NEWS RELEASE —-

For Immediate Release

SCDNR’s State Lakes reopening

for bank fishing

COLUMBIA, S.C. (April 2, 2020) — Thirteen of the small impoundments that are in the S.C. Department of Natural Resources’ (SCDNR) State Lakes program are reopening to allow bank fishing. The boat ramps and fishing piers associated with these small impoundments will continue to be closed to comply with Governor McMaster’s Executive Order 2020-16 relating to COVID-19.The 13 small impoundments reopening to allow bank fishing are:

Draper WMA State Lakes (York County)
Jonesville Reservoir (Union County)
Lake Cherokee (Cherokee County)
Lake Edgar Brown (Barnwell County)
Lake Edwin Johnson (Spartanburg County)
Lake George Warren (Hampton County)
Lake John D. Long (Union County)
Lake Oliphant (Chester County)
Lake Paul Wallace (Marlboro County)
Lake Thicketty (Cherokee County)
Lancaster Reservoir (Lancaster County)
Mountain Lakes 1 and 2 (Chester County)
Sunrise (Lancaster County)

Lake Ashwood (Lee County) and Dargan’s Pond (Darlington County) had previously been closed for restocking or repairs and remain closed. Star Fort Pond in Ninety-Six (Greenwood County) is owned by the National Park Service and will remain closed under National Park authority.

The SCDNR’s State Lakes program offers fishing access to the public in areas where public fishing is often not easily available. A list and map of the small impoundments in the State Lakes program is available at: http://www.dnr.sc.gov/lakes/state/index.html.

Members of the public accessing the SCDNR’s properties for bank fishing, hunting, hiking or other recreation are reminded of the need to follow the current recommendations on social distancing and to comply with Governor McMaster’s Executive Order 2020-13 dealing with social distancing and limiting group size or any subsequent orders that may be issued.

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

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Apr 2, 2020by: Larry Dorminy No Comments

SC DNR Closures and Cancellation as of April 1

In accordance with directives issued by Gov. Henry McMaster, the Department of Health and Environmental Control and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, SCDNR has canceled, postponed or closed several programs and events.

Updated Wednesday, April 1, 2020

*New items are bolded

Cancellations & Closures

View a complete and updated list.

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Following are SCDNR-related cancellations:

2020 Turkey Lottery Hunts – all dates all SCDNR Lottery hunts on WMA properties have been canceled. Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge hunts remain open unless a “Stay Home” order is declared. See: https://www.fws.gov/home/state-by-state-closures.html
Coyote Management Workshop – Webb Wildlife Center (April 2-3)
Fish Brosnan Forest Fishing Rodeo (April 4)
Table Rock State Park Fishing Clinics (April 4 & April 18)
Diversity Outreach Program – Congaree Creek Heritage Preserve Nature Walk (April 11)
Diversity Outreach Program – Volunteer Lab Day at Parker Annex Archaeology Center (April 13)
SC Envirothon Competition (April 24) – Postponed
Blue Hole Recreation Area Fishing Rodeo (April 25) – Postponed
Historic Camden, Kershaw County Fishing Rodeo (April 25)
8 Oaks Park, Georgetown County Fishing Rodeo (April 25)
Charles Town Landing, Charleston County Fishing Rodeo (April 25)
Blue Heron, Jasper County Fishing Rodeo (April 25)
Cohen Campbell Fishing Rodeo (April 25)
Lake Hartwell Fishing Clinic (April 25)
Lexington Wildlife Chapter Fishing Clinic (April 25)
Santee State Park Fishing Clinic (April 25)
Diversity Outreach Program – Horry County Fishing Clinic (May 1)
Union County Fishing Rodeo (May 2)
Star Fort Fishing Rodeo (May 2)
Croft State Park Fishing Rodeo (May 2)
Darlington County Fishing Rodeo (May 2)
Barnwell Hatchery Fishing Rodeo (May 2)
Peachtree, Horry County Fishing Rodeo (May 2)
Hardeeville, Jasper County Fishing Rodeo (May 2)
Goose Creek, Berkeley County Fishing Rodeo (May 2)
Lake Thicketty Fishing Rodeo (May 9)
Lick Fork Fishing Rodeo (May 9)
Marlboro County Fishing Rodeo (May 9)
Burton Wells, Beaufort County Fishing Rodeo (May 9)
Forrest Hills, Colleton County Fishing Rodeo (May 9)
Black Swamp, Hampton County Fishing Rodeo (May 9)
Academy First Responders Rodeo at Lake Cooley (May 9)
Diversity Outreach Program – Margaret H. Lloyd (Camden) Nature Hike (May 23)
Sun City Grandparents Park Fishing Clinics (May 16, June 20, July 18)
Bat netting is canceled until further notice.
All volunteer lab days at Parker Annex Archaeology Center are canceled until further notice.
All Trailer and Take One Make One (TOMO) events are canceled until further notice.

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Following are SCDNR-related closures:

All public access points to the state’s beaches, as well as closure of all public boat ramps, landings and other access points on the state’s lakes, rivers and waterways.
SCDNR’s State Lakes
- Sunrise Lake, Star Fort Pond, Mountain Lake 1 & 2, Lancaster Reservoir, Lake Thicketty, Lake Paul Wallace, Lake Oliphant, Lake John D. Long, Lake George Warren, Lake Edwin Johnson, Lake Edgar Brown, Lake Cherokee, Lake Ashwood, Jonesville Reservoir, Dargan’s Pond, and Draper WMA State Lakes
Capers Island Heritage Preserve
Botany Bay Plantation beach access
Bald Rock Heritage Preserve
Sassafras Mountain Tower
The St. Stephen’s Fish Lift (Shad cam available)
All SCDNR freshwater fish hatcheries (still operational, but closed to public)
All SCDNR-managed shooting ranges
U.S. Department of Energy has closed Crackerneck Wildlife Management Area and Ecological Reserve in Aiken County until further notice.
Duke Energy has closed Bad Creek Hydro Project and Musterground Road in Oconee. The Oconee County access to the Jocassee Gorges is closed to vehicles. The gates will be locked until further notice. This also closes some vehicle access points to the Foothills Trail.

At this time, COVID-19 has not impacted season dates or regulations of upcoming hunting or fishing seasons.

South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, Rembert C. Dennis Building

1000 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 29201

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Apr 1, 2020by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.1381,-80.81199999
Update from Harbour Town Yacht Basin, SC AICW Statute Mile 565

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Harbour Town Yacht Basin, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is taking steps to continue serving cruisers and at the same time preventing the spread of COVID-19.

“Harbour Town Yacht Basin is taking transient and monthly dockage reservations. The fuel dock is open with Valvtect gas and diesel, pumpout also available. Restaurants are closed for dine-in, but have take out and will deliver to your boat. Please make a reservation (843) 363-8335 or email: htyb@seapines.com.”
Nancy Cappelmann
Harbourmaster, Harbour Town Yacht Basin
149 Lighthouse Road, Suite P
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Phone: 843.363.8335
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