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    • May 10, 2012by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      PLEASE Help Captain Sara With Her Listing of SW Florida Waterside Restaurants

      Captain Sara contacted me and asked if the Salty Southeast Cruisers’ Net would be interested in publishing a list of on-the-water, cruising craft accessible restaurants in SW Florida. I may have gotten a bad case of whip-lash from saying “YES!!!!” soooo quickly.
      Anyway, check out Sara’s message below, and PLEASE send her info directly if you can.
      Once their June cruise is complete, we will publish Sara’s dining directory here so it can be a lasting tool for the cruising community!!!

      In advance of my bareboat charter out of St. Pete down to the Keys in June, I’m compiling a list of restaurants that offer tie-ups to boaters. I will be collecting lat/long, depth, dockage description, dining experience and any other relevant data for each restaurant. This information will then be made freely available to the boating community. If you have info to share that would make the resource more useful to all, please contact me via email at:

      saraburns2000 AT yahoo DOT com

      If all goes well, I believe I might have found another interesting and productive hobby! Thanks! 🙂
      Sara Burns
      Facilitator, The Work of Byron Katie
      Transforming Education in America

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    • Mar 27, 2012by:   Claiborne Young 1 Comment

      Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Now Readily Available in Palm Beach, Broward and Dade Counties, Florida

      Within ten minutes of receiving the important message below from Captain Hyde, the Salty Southeast Cruisers’ Net was on the telephone with Wise Gas, Inc. to determine their area of service. That’s one of the advantages of being a “non-wicki,” professionally moderated web site. Anyway, what we discovered is a potential boon for cruisers in southeastern Florida. More on that in just a second.
      So, why is a ready source of CNG such big news for the cruising community? Quite simply, CNG is a superior fuel for all on-board cooking and heating purposes, as compared to propane/LPG. As many of you already know, LPG/Propane is heavier than air and, should there be a leak, can accumulate in bilges or a low place in a boat, leading to a potentially explosive situation. Conversely, CNG is lighter than air, and tends to naturally disperse.
      The problem is, as we so clearly learned while formulating the SSECN’s LPG Availability Directories, that CNG is hard to obtain. Quite simply, there are very few dealers to which cruisers have easy access where their CNG tanks can be refilled.
      Back to Wise Gas, Inc. Our telephone call revealed that this company will pick up, refill and deliver back to your vessel, CNG tanks from the “tri-county area” of southeastern Florida, which is comprised of Palm Beach, Broward and Dade counties. Additionally, WITH ADVANCE ARRANGEMENTS, sometimes the same procedure can be undertaken along the west coast of Florida, particularly in the Tampa Bay region.
      So, while it’s still not a perfect solution, nor one so broad ranging as we would like, at least now from North Palm Beach to Miami, cruisers can be sure of having a source to refill CNG tanks. It’s a start!

      Claiborne —
      On your recent visit to Punta Gorda, Florida I mentioned to you that if I was ever able to locate a source of CNG for those using the gas onboard their boats, I would let you know. I have finally found a source. Wise Gas, Inc., 1058 Bluewood Terrace, Weston, FL 33327 is source of CNG for vessels and vehicles in south Florida. Its website advises the following:

      `At present time, Wise Gas, Inc. is offering CNG tank refills to marine boaters in the South Florida area only. We do anticipate expanding this service in terms of geography and service options in the future. Call Wise Gas, Inc. in advance at (954)-636-4291 to coordinate a CNG refill. A member of our team will meet you, pick up your current, approved cylinder in good condition and refill it for you and deliver it back to you.’
      The cost of this service varies based on cylinder size and location. Call in advance to schedule your refilling needs.
      E-mail: info@wisegasinc.com
      Phone: (954)-636-4291

      I recently met with a Wise Gas representative who was in Punta Gorda making deliveries on the west coast and exchanged my empty tank for a full one. It was a smooth and convenient process. The cost was $40.
      I would advise your readers to visit the Wise Gas website at http://www.wisegasinc.com for all the information. I hope this helps and thanks for a great presentation to the boaters of Punta Gorda.
      Noel Hyde
      s/v Kismet

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      1. Jeff Sawyer -  May 3, 2018 - 11:29 am

        Unfortunately, it seems this is a dead end. I have called the number above and getting no answer and a voicemail box that is full. I feel like I’m the only one that has CNG on my boat. No one seems to know where or how to get these refilled. If anyone has any updated information about this, please let me know.. Thanks Jeff Sawyer

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    • Feb 16, 2012by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Tampa Cruising Destination (Hillsborough River)

      Most cruisers visiting Tampa Bay set their course for St. Petersburg, time after time. Tampa, while it boasts some “city” docks around Harbour Island and the adjacent convention center, does not offer much in the way of power and water connections, nor shoreside amenities.
      However, Captain Tom Ulanski, who, as he notes in the message below, was kind enough to attend my presentation to the Naples Yacht Club last week, has come up with what sounds like a great spot to coil your lines, near the heart of downtown Tampa!
      Has anyone else spent some time at the Marriott Waterside Hotel and Marina’s docks. If so, please click the “Comment on This Posting/Marina/Anchorage/Bridge” link below, and share your information.

      Claiborne
      Thanks for extending your visit to Southwest Florida to fit-in a presentation at Naples Yacht Club.
      A question from the audience came up regarding places to go in Tampa. You mentioned the municipal docks at the Convention center being without amenities
      for overnight accommodations. However, just east of the convention center (literally across S. Harborside Blvd., but under a 19’or 20′ fixed-bridge) is the Marriott Waterside Hotel and Marina. Note the amenities … its gorgeous.
      Description for Tampa Marriott Waterside Resort & Marina:
      Located on Garrison Channel in downtown Tampa, the marina has 32 slips with floating docks and one outside slip that will accommodate vessels up to 100 feet. The Tampa Marriott Waterside is a bay front hotel in the heart of Downtown. This new hotel offers elegant amenities for work and play, from 50,000
      square feet of meeting space and complete business services to a full-service spa and several delicious restaurants. Dockage includes access to all of the
      hotel amenities. Monitors VHS Ch. 16.
      Published charts and your printed guide state the bridge clearance as 10′. Not so. Its either 19′ or 20′. Please verify the clearance with the dockmaster who is accesible through the hotel’s main number.
      Tom Ulanski

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    • Jan 27, 2012by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      North Yacht Basin Basin/Vinoy Basin Still Has A Pay-for Dinghy Dock (Tampa Bay, Western Shore – St. Petersbrug, FL)

      St. Petersburg was selected some time ago as one of five sites for the Florida Pilot Mooring Field Program. And, it was previously announced their mooring field would be located in the North Yacht Basin/Vinoy Basin, which borders on the northern side of the huge St. Petersburg Municipal Marina (A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR) and just south of the Renaissance Vinoy Resort Marina.
      Construction has begun on this mooring field, and, consequently, the city of St. Petersburg has asked all the anchored vessel in the Vinoy Basin to leave. HOWEVER, as you will discover below, there is still a way to dinghy ashore. You just have to pay for it!

      Courtesy docking is available in the Northwest corner of the South Basin for visitors who don’t need to stay overnight in the South Basin. You pay for docking by the hour.
      David Burnham

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of the North Yacht/Vinoy Basin

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    • Jan 6, 2012by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Renaissance Vinoy Resort Marina (Western Shores of Tampa Bay – on the St. Petersburg waterfront)

      The Renaissance Vinoy Resort Marina has the advantage of being located on the protected Vinoy Basin. This facility also underwent a complete rehabilitation project just a few years ago. Of course, just next door lies SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, the St. Petersburg Municipal Marina, one of the finest city owned and managed marinas it has ever been my pleasure to review. Boy, talk about an embarrassment of riches in St. Petersburg when it comes to quality marinas!

      Stayed at this marina for new year 2012. Arrived December 30 and left January 2.
      What a nice marina! Service was fantastic. Wes and Stefan were extremely helpful and courteous. We felt welcome and they did everything possible to make us feel at home. The showers in the health club were great.
      Will be returning to this facility later on during 2012.
      M. Farinas

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Marina Directory Listing For the Renaissance Vinoy Resort Marina

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    • Nov 17, 2011by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Little Bayou Anchorage Navigation (Tampa Bay, Western Shore – south of St. Petersburg)

      Captain Collins has provided important and helpful navigational advice below for entering the Little Bayou Anchorage, south of St. Petersburg. This posting is in response to an earlier Cruisers’ Net article about anchorage no longer being allowed in St. Petersburg’s Vinoy Basin. As part of that posting, we listed other anchoring alternative in the area, of which Little Bayou is one.
      Having visited Little Bayou myself many times, Captain Mike’s warnings below are correct, and need to be taken seriously.

      There is an obstruction in the middle of this bayou. It’s about 2 1/2 feet off the bottom, so at an average tide it is about 2 1/2 feet below the surface. It is a hard, man made object, roughly the shape of a fin, possibly an old keel without the keel bolts.
      Also, there are several shoals in the bayou. The estimate of 5 to 6 foot average depth is accurate for the rest of the bayou. The deeper water tends to be around the rim, which is why the channel is around the rim.
      Mike Collins

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Anchorage Directory Listing For The Little Bayou Southern Anchorage

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of The Little Bayou Southern Anchorage

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Anchorage Directory Listing For The Little Bayou Northern Anchorage

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    • Nov 17, 2011by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Big Bayou Anchorage Navigational Advice (Western Shore of Tampa Bay, south of St. Petersburg)

      Many, many thanks to “Local Sailor” for providing the very specific navigational advice below to facilitate a safe entrance into the Big Bayou Anchorage. This posting is in response to an earlier Cruisers’ Net article about anchorage no longer being allowed in St. Petersburg’s Vinoy Basin. As part of that posting, we listed other anchoring alternative in the area, of which Big Bayou is one. Now, with “Local Sailor’s” advice, we can feel a bit more confident about this anchor down spot.
      By the by, I checked my notes which resulted from our last research trip to these waters, and “Local Sailor” is right on the proverbial money!

      This is a tricky one, if you’re not very familiar with it.
      1. If you are sailing in from the Bay you would need to approach from the North and make the turn to Starboard.
      2. There is a 90+ degree turn to port at the back side of the bayou.
      3. The anchorage area is pretty full of derelict boats also so’¦.watch your scope.
      Local Sailor

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Anchorage Directory Listing For The Big Bayou Anchorage

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    • Feb 23, 2011by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Cruiser Friendly Veternarian in Palmetto – Bradenton, Florida (Manatee River – Tampa Bay)

      Recommendations of this ilk should be considered “gold” by other cruisers. In fact, WHENEVER any of you have a good experience with any sort of service related business in a port of call, PLEASE SHARE this info by clicking the “Comment on This Posting/Marina/Anchorage/Bridge” link below or the “Click Here to Submit Cruising News” link found just about our red, vertically stacked menus on the right side of all Cruisers’ Net pages (except Chart View pages).

      For cruisers in the Bradenton or Palmetto, FL area, with thier pets, we would like to highly recommend Dr. Jack E. Beal of Palmetto Animal Clinic, located on 220 7th Street West, Palmetto, FL 34221. Telephone number 941-722-2456 and his web site is: palmettoanimalclinic.com
      Dr. Beal was so considerate of not only our two long-haired dashounds who had extensive surgery, but also of us, especially being on a boat. His staff is outstanding also. We both would consider driving from our home which is over 700 miles north of Palmetto, just to have our pets cared for by him and his staff. We hope this is helpful to others with pets in this area who need veternarian care.
      Submitted by First Mate Sue

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Palmetto and Bradenton

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    • Feb 22, 2011by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      St. Petersburg Municipal Marina – Nearby Attractions and Dining (Tampa Bay)

      Slips are now available!! On the brand new Dock 5. For information please call (727) 893-7329 or 800 782 8350 I’ve said it before, but it bears repeating. St. Petersburg Municipal Marina (A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR) is one of the best managed city owned facilities that this writer has ever reviewed. Check out the message below for nearby points of interest!

      Downtown St. Petersburg also has excellent dining along Central Avenue. Also to be seen is the new Dali Museum and if you like art glass the Chihuly museum. Many folks take the trolley around the downtown area to sightsee and it passes the Pier which has shops, an aquarium and a restaurant on the roof overlooking Tampa Bay.
      Paul Schlechter

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Marina Directory Listing For the St. Petersburg Municipal Marina

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    • Jan 4, 2011by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Good Words Concerning Twin Dolphin Marina (Manatee River off Tampa Bay)

      Twin Dolphin Marina, 1000 1st Ave. West, Bradenton, Florida 34205-7852, 941.747.8300 - fax 941.745.2831, e-mail: harbormaster@twindolphinmarina.com Twin Dolphin Marina is an excellent facility, particularly since breakwater protection was added to this facility’s twin harbors some years ago. I have not personally had the good fortune to sample the bill of fare at Mattison’s Riverside, but after reading Captain Laura’s description below, we are going to correct that oversight SOON!
      And, oh yes, let’s not forget that Twin Dolphin Marina is a much prized SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR!

      We love Mattison’s Riverside! They have the best Happy Hour in town. $5.00 appetizers (mini pizza, Thai Chicken, Calamari, and lets nots forget the cheap beers! Plus you can’t beat the sunset view. The outside bar is great, and the fire pit looks really fun too, they have lots of heaters too for those cold winter nights. We love this place!!
      Laura

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Marina Directory Listing For Twin Dolphin Marina

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    • Aug 31, 2010by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Harbourage Marina at Bayboro (Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg Waterfront)

      The Harbourage at Bayboro Marina complex resides just south of the large St. Pete City Marina, on the western shores of Tampa Bay. In addition to the marina, there are also a host of repair firms lying just a short hop to the south on Salty Creek.

      We left our boat for a month at The Harborage in St Petersburg which is on the Tampa Bay side of the penninsula. Nicely protected and security gates. Close to many attractions in St Pete. Reasonable rates in Dec of 2009.
      jrosshiner

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Marina Directory Listing For Harbourage Marina at Bayboro

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    • Aug 31, 2010by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      St. Petersburg Municipal Marina Recommended (Tampa Bay)

      Well, of course, Captain Nick recommends St. Pete Municipal Marina. After all, these good folks are a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR!

      In St. Petersburg proper I would recommend the St. Pete City Marina it is well secured and in the heart of down towns restaurants, bars, grocery, shops and museums. The St. Petersburg Yacht Club is in the same basin so if you have reciprocity that is a great option.
      Nick

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Marina Directory Listing For St. Petersburg Municipal Marina

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      Centered on the Location of St. Petersburg Municipal Marina:

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    • Aug 9, 2010by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Good Words About Twin Dolphin Marina (Manatee River, at Bradenton, FL)

      Twin Dolphin Marina is located along the Bradenton, FL waterfront section of the Manatee River, just west of the Highway 41 Business Bridge. There are multiple dining opportunities and the South Florida Museum and Acquarium, all within walking distance. And, let’s not forget, this fine facility is a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR!

      We have stayed at Twin Dolphins Marina in Bradenton a few times last Winter and it was a terrific stop. Fuel prices were good, employees helpful and friendly, docks in fine shape, as well as showers/restrooms & laundry, pool terrific, and the transient pricing with discount was very good. They did a nice welcome package with discounts at the local museum, coffee shop, etc., etc. Unless things have dramatically changed, we would highly recommend this marina as a stopover.
      Regards, Tom & Sue m/v Marbles

      Twin Dolphin is still a great marina with an accommodating staff. We stayed 4 nights the end of Nov 2010.
      Jean Thomason (DOVEKIE)

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Marina Directory Listing For Twin Dolphin Marina

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    • Jun 28, 2010by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      North Yacht Basin Anchorage (Tampa Bay – St. Petersburg)

      Take a gander at chart 11416, and peruse the St. Petersburg waterfront. Notice the three side by side basins. The southern and central are part of St. Petersburg Municipal Marina (A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR), while the northern basin is home to the Renaissance Vinoy Resort Marina, and an anchorage which is the subject of Captain Rick’s message below.

      This can be a very rough anchorage when the wind is out of the NE-E and blowing 15K or more. The incoming wavelets bounce off the surrounding concrete bulkheads and set up quite an irregular chop. Otherwise, a great anchorage close to lots of downtown activity and if you are lucky an outdoor concert or event.
      Rick Parish

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Anchorage Directory Listing For North Yacht Basin Anchorage

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    • May 24, 2010by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Twin Dolphin Marina (on the Manatee River, off Tampa Bay)

      Cruisers should note that Captain Shanley, author of the message below, works with Twin Dolphin Marina. HOWEVER, since this absolutely first-rate facility supports us by being a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, we are pleased to pass on Mike’s description of his marina. Trust us, you simply cannot find a better place to coil your lines off Tampa Bay!

      Subject: Twin Dolphin Marina – Manatee River
      Cruising News: Cruising the west coast of Florida we found premier resort marina nestled safely along the beautiful Manatee River in Bradenton, Fl. The marina is within walking distance of the historic downtown and is quaint Old Main Street. The historic Bradenton Pier, centrally located within the marina is host to the famed Mattison’s Riverside Restaurant where we enjoyed fine dining in a relaxed waterfront atmosphere . I recommend that all cruisers stop by there and enjoy the best of what the Gulf Coast has to offer. The amenities are as follows:
      Beautiful Heated Pool and Spa
      ♦ Concierge Services
      ♦ Fuel Dock (Diesel/Gas)
      ♦ 225 Wet Slips to 100 feet
      ♦ New Modern Floating Docks and Fixed Docks
      ♦ Pump Out at your Slip
      ♦ Laundry and Private Shower Facilities
      ♦ Yacht Brokerage on-site
      ♦ Upscale and Casual Waterfront Dining at Mattison\’s Riverside Restaurant
      ♦ Full Time Harbormaster
      ♦ Annual, Transient and Overnight Slips
      ♦ Power 50/30 amp, Water, Cable TV and Phone at Each Slip
      ♦ Cable TV Package from Brighthouse Networks, Channels 2-99.
      ♦ Boat Clubs and Organized Groups Accommodated
      ♦ No Bridges to Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico
      ♦ Superior Business Center Services
      ♦ Fax and E-Mail Service Available
      ♦ High-speed Wireless Internet Service Available
      ♦ Rental Bikes Available
      ♦ Gas Grills Located at the Pool
      ♦ Poolside Parties
      ♦ Designated Clean Marina
      And the staff is spot on incredible. Their website is www.twindolphinmarina.com
      Mike Shanley

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Marina Directory Listing For Twin Dolphin Marina

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    • Apr 12, 2010by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Downtown Tampa Dockage (Hillsborough River)

      The author of the note below is quite correct. I did not know that transient dockage was available in downtown Tampa. Some years ago, the marina there on Harbor Island was shut down. Apparently that situation has now changed. If anyone has more info on this facility, PLEASE click the “Comment on This Posting/Marina/Anchorage/Bridge” link below, and share your information.

      Currently cruising Tampa Bay and Cruising guide to W Fla 7th ed is a good resource. Guide says no longer any good dockage dntn Tampa but there is: Tampa convention ctr has excellent municipal boating facility: floating docks, all transient, deep water. Centrally located (cut D dead ends there). No elec or water, but conv ctr has bathrooms. $1 per foot, 72 hour limit. 1st come but we were only overnight boat there. Marjorie Park recommended it and we enjoyed our stay there.
      drsull

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    • Apr 5, 2010by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Anchorages On and Near Manatee River (off southwestern Tampa Bay)

      LOTS of good info about where to drop the hook on the Manatee River, and points nearby!

      Around the Bradenton/Palmetto area, try the north side of the Manatee river off Emerson Point to be off an unpopulated shore (nice mangroves). you’ll have some tidal current, but not bad, just prepare for the swing and wind versus current happenings. Opposite side of river is also a good anchorage, but it is more crowded and populated on shore. The anchorage off the Regatta Pointe Marina is real rolly from boat traffic, and holding is acceptable but soft.
      Have not tried it because of the draft of my old sailboat (6′), but a great trawler anchorage would be in Terra Ceia Bay near Palmetto, on the East side of Bird Key. On weekends, usually a few boats, on the week days you may have it to yourself. Some friends anchored there and loved it. Isolated, but if that is what you like, you’ll love it. When we get a trawler, that’s one of the first places we will go.
      Have fun.
      Rudy

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Anchorage Directory Listing For DeSoto Point Anchorage

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      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Anchorage Directory Listing For McKay Point Anchorage

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Anchorage Directory Listing For Hooker Point Anchorage

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Anchorage Directory Listing For Palmetto Waterfront Anchorage

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Anchorage Directory Listing For Bradenton Waterfront Anchorage

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Western Florida Anchorage Directory Listing For Terra Ceia Bay – Bird Key Anchorage

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    • Mar 5, 2010by:   Claiborne Young No Comments

      Great Review of Twin Dolphin Marina (Bradenton, Florida – on the Manatee River, running off southeastern Tampa Bay)

      Twin Dolphin Marina, 1000 1st Ave. West, Bradenton, Florida 34205-7852, 941.747.8300 - fax 941.745.2831, e-mail: harbormaster@twindolphinmarina.com Twin Dolphin Marina is a superior marina in every way. You’ll quickly note this to be true when you see their state of the art showers, and really, really nice swimming pool, complete with BBQ area. Also, Captain Sharkey is quite right. All the downtown Bradenton attractions and dining possibilities are within easy walking distance.
      And, let’s not forget, Twin Dolphin is a much valued SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR!

      Twin Dolphin is a great spot. I may be a live-aboard there by the end of the year. Great location and the near weekly street parties are lots of fun. The town hall and police department are right across the street making it pretty safe.
      Sharkey

      We stayed for a month at Twin Dolphins Marina in Bradenton and found it to be very pleasant and well equipped. They have floating docks, 30-50 amp electricity, 2 washers and 2 dryers, a great restaurant, courier and mail service, great boat repairs, live theatre, shopping, street parties and lets not forget HAPPY HOUR. Just up the main street is Robins Restaurant, for great breakfasts.
      Bev and Roy on Splendido

      Click Here To View the Western Florida Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Twin Dolphin Marina

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    • Feb 25, 2010by:   Claiborne Young 4 Comments

      Terrific Yanmar Diesel Mechanic in Bradenton, Florida

      I’ve always said a good, reliable and fair marine mechanic is worth his or her weight in gold!

      A terrific Yanmar authorized seasoned and experienced Yanmar mechanic out of Bradenton, FL who works from Sarasota to Bonita Springs, FL is is Kevin McGary….tel: 941-713-3936. He can do it all regarding Yanmars and more.
      Regards,
      Tom Jones
      m/v Marbles

      We contacted Mr McGary for help with a starter and he was booked up but sent us to the shop he works with when something needs to be rebuilt. AWESOME, what a gentleman, and Bill at B and E Auto Electric is lightning fast ‘” thanks so much for pointing us at Kevin McGary!
      Heather and Derek
      S/V Parallax

      Kevin come to my boat in Whitfield Estates and found that my bilge leak was diesel fuel, not antifreeze that I had expected. He found that the leaking fuel filter was for Gasoline and not Diesel. The bowl at the bottom was a screw on type and had expanded enough over its 5 year life to slip lose. He replaced it with a raycore diesel filter with a bowl you can see without having to crawl down into the bilge of the Albin 28TE. He also diagnosed the problems with my live well and let me fix it myself. He did remove the old frozen pump and cleaned out the threads in the thru hull with a 3/4’³ tap. Thanks Kevin!!!
      Dudley Fort

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      1. Paul Hensarling -  April 1, 2025 - 7:10 pm

        We can attest to how good Kevin McGary is! He came to Cape Coral to work on our Yanmar engine and went above and beyond!! We got his name from Mastry Engines and can't say enough about his attention to detail and work ethic.
        Paul Hensarling
        M/V Tuggernaut

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      2. Dr Ty Gardner -  October 5, 2017 - 10:50 am

        Kevin has worked on the two Yanmar diesels on my Voyage 440 catamaran numerous times over the last ten years … he is an awesome mechanic!! I can not say enough terrific things about him. He is polite, reasonable and exceptionally competent. He has travelled to the boat when it was out of its home port to fix serious problems. This guy is the best mechanic I have ever known.

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      3. Michael leporati -  April 11, 2016 - 7:15 pm

        I can’t express how happy I am with Kevin,thank you Dudley Fort.He is exceptional,it’s nice to find courteous honest people in which you can trust now adays

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        • michael Leporati -  May 4, 2017 - 8:49 pm

          I posted this upon my first meeting with Kevin however he never followed up with excuses every week he has been working on my engine for 5 months with promises every week.if you are looking for a polite mechanic that does not keep you informed.and are will to pay for your slip without the enjoyment of being able to sail he’s your man

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    • Mar 18, 2009by:   Curtis Hoff No Comments

      The Harbourage Marina (St. Petersburg – Tampa Bay)

      The city of St. Petersburg, located on the western shores of Tampa Bay, has an embarrassment of riches when it comes to marina facilities. Not only is it home to the St. Petersburg Municipal Marina (a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR) but, just to the south of Salty Creek, you will also find the Harbourage at Bayboro. This facility is the subject of Captain Gary Riss’ (the “Gar”) report below!

      When cruising in the St. Petersburg/ Tampa Bay area, The Harborage Marina at Bayboro Harbor is a great stop. The marina is owned by Marinas International and is maintained to their demanding standards.
      Dock master Michael Dudzik is one of the friendliest around. Radio him on VHF channel 16 for docking instructions. This is one of the few marinas that are protected by a breakwater pier to keep the waters calm. The transient dock is a long floating dock for side to docking.
      The entrance channel is well marked and adjacent to the Coast Guard Station. You can’t miss it.
      Facilities at the marina include a boater’s lounge, restrooms with showers, laundry facilities and a pool and picnic area. Fuel and pump-out facilities are also available to transients. There is long term storage available for those who wish to leave their boat in the area.
      The marina is located on St. Petersburg’s waterfront with convenient access to the Salvador Dali museum and the 25 cent bus that will transport you around the city. You are within walking distance to shopping areas restaurants and grocery stores.
      Gary Riss


      Click Here To View the Western Florida Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For The Harbourage at Bayboro Marina

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