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February 15, 2025
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US Coast Guard Rescues 4 off Marathon, Keys
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News Release U.S. Coast Guard 7th District Southeast
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7th District online newsroom01/05/2025 08:25 PM ESTMIAMI – A Coast Guard Station Marathon boat crew rescued four people, Sunday, after their 27-foot vessel began taking on water approximately 11 miles north of Marathon, Florida.
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January 6, 2024 Weekly Email Newsletter, City of Gulfport, Boca Ciega Bay, FL
The City of Gulfport and Gulfport Municipal Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, always have a full calendar of events for all ages. The marina and harbor, found on the northern shores of Boca Ciega Bay, are easily accessible from the Western Florida ICW, just north of Tampa Bay.
Weekly news & updates 
January 6, 2025 | City of Gulfport, FL – Gateway to the Gulf Newsletter 
Upcoming Events See what’s happening this month.
Senior Center E-news Click here to see what’s happening next.
Library Calendar of Events Upcoming activities at the Gulfport Library.
Recreation Center Click here to see all classes and activities.
Casino Ballroom Weekly Dances Click here fo weekly dance schedule.
Gulfport Community Update Click here to read more.
Gulfport Arts & Heritage Click here to see upcoming events.
Pinellas County Hurricane Home Repair Program
Up to $30,000 grant for repairs not covered by insurance or FEMA
Application are now open.
Apply Today 
City of Gulfport Flood Zone Permitting Packet and Appeal Process
PDF Document Gulfport City Council Mayor
Sam Henderson
826-7208
Ward 1
April Thanos
826-7138
Ward 2
Christine Brown
826-7311
Ward 3
Paul
Ray
262-2479
Ward 4 Michael Fridovich
826-7355
City Manager’s Gulfport Community Update Gulfport Community Update: December 15 – 21, 2024 Rebuilding After Storm Damage is a guide for Gulfport property owners in flood zones. Learn how the FEMA 50% Rule impacts your property repair plans in designated flood zones, and what steps to take to comply with regulations. Visit https://mygulfport.us/
fema for information. City of Gulfport residents are limited to once a week lawn watering through December 31. Visit https://www.swfwmd.
state.fl.us/business/ epermitting/district-water- restrictionsf/ for information. Read more Upcoming Official Meetings 
City of Gulfport: Meetings Calendar January 2025
- January 1, 2025 – City Hall Closed – New Year’s Day Holiday
- January 1, 2025 – Planning and Zoning Board – No Meeting
- January 7, 2025 – Council Meeting – 6:00 pm (AGENDA)
- January 8, 2025 – Board of Adjustment – 6:00 pm (AGENDA)
- January 14, 2025 – Senior Citizen’s Advisory Committee – 8:00am – Senior Center, 5501 27th Avenue South
- January 20, 2025 – City Hall Closed – Martin Luther King, Jr Holiday
- January 21, 2025 – Council Meeting – 6:00 pm
All meetings are open to the public and are held in the City Hall, City Council Chambers, 2401 53rd Street South, In Person, unless otherwise noted. Meetings may occasionally be added, cancelled or rescheduled after this list is published. Please check the city’s website https://mygulfport.us for updated information.
This Weeks Events & Meetings 
Visit our Website Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market Tuesday, January 7th | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Downtown Waterfront District, Beach Blvd. S.
The City of Gulfport, in conjunction with the Gulfport Merchants Chamber of Commerce (GMC), will host a special, smaller-scale Tuesday Fresh Market on Tuesday, November 5, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The market will be located along the right-of-way on Beach Boulevard in downtown Gulfport. Enjoy a variety of local vendors and fresh goods in a cozy, community-oriented setting!
Art Center: January Workshops Tuesday, January 7th | 12 – 1:30 p.m.
Gulfport Arts Center, 2726 54th St. S.
Programs for all ages available afternoons and evenings. Registration required, please email ArtsCenter@mygulfport.us to signup. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/
GulfportArtsCenter for additional information on upcoming workshops and community art shows. …
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Nothing on a Boat is Straight or Square – Janice Anne Wheeler
Having rebuilt the cockpit on our wooden Dickerson 35 yawl, where finding a 90 degree angle was cause for celebration, I can absolutely confirm Janice’s title!
SPARRING WITH MOTHER NATURE ~~ latest addition. I’m very honored that you’re following along. Thank you from the bottom of my writer’s heart.
Ah, the life of a liveaboard Sailor…on a Classic Wooden Sailing Yacht… as of August 2024 we are undergoing extensive repair and refit for the next several months(!). In boating terms we are hauled out “on the hard” in Cambridge, Maryland.
I plan to mix Sailing Stories with the challenges and intricacies of restoring a 90-year-old boat. I’m always open to suggestions as to content….please feel free to weigh in as we manage and learn from this unexpected joust. Thank you! ~J
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The ongoing support of Cruiser's Net has been fantastic for my morale AND I have come to realize what an incredibly valuable resource this is. I share it at every opportunity and so should all of you, my fellow cruisers!
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NAV ALERT: LNM: Alt ICW MM 7, Deep Creek Bridge Closure, Jan 6 – Mar 21, Dismal Swamp Canal, NC
Our thanks to Sarah Hill, Director of Dismal Swamp Welcome Center, for this notice.
Please see below the temporary closure of the Deep Creek Bridge starting Jan. 6th through March 21st to facilitate construction of the new Deep Creek bridge. The Deep Creek bridge will remain in the closed to navigation position during this time. Lake Drummond and the canal can still be accessed for paddling or boating excursions via the boat ramps along the canal or the South Mills Lock- which will continue to operate on normal schedule. Boaters will be unable to enter or exit the canal through the Deep Creek Bridge/Lock during this period.
Thanks,
Sarah
Sector Virginia
Marine Safety Information Bulletin(757) 374-3408
VirginiaWaterways@uscg.milMSIB 001-25
January 3, 2025
Deep Creek Bridge Deviation
Mariners are advised of an infrastructure refurbishment project on the Deep Creek Bridge, mile 11.1 over the Dismal Swamp Canal, in Chesapeake, Virginia. The project will require the bridge to be maintained in the closed-to-navigation position from January 6, 2025, through March 21, 2025, to facilitate construction of the new bascule span of the new bridge. During this time period, visitors to Lake Drummond will be able to access the Dismal Swamp Canal via the South Mills Locks in South Mills, North Carolina or from the various boat ramps along the canal. Vessels transiting the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway will need to use the Albemarle and Chesapeake Canal as an alternate route during this timeframe.
Comments or concerns can be sent to the U.S. Coast Guard Sector Virginia Waterways Management Division via email at virginiawaterways@uscg.mil.
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Happy New Year from the Charleston Parks Conservancy
One More Day to Make an Impact in 2024
As we say goodbye to 2024 and look ahead to a new year, we want to thank you for your support of our mission to inspire the people of Charleston to connect with their parks and together create stunning public spaces and a strong community. Whether you have donated, attended one of our events, volunteered your time or simply enjoyed one of our parks, we are grateful to you.
We hope to continue to inspire you over the next year with beautiful parks, engaging and educational programming, and opportunities to connect with and give back to your community through volunteering your time.
There are a few hours left to donate in 2024 and we hope you will consider supporting us. Click the button below, text ‘conservancyparks’ to 50155, or visit our website to explore other ways to donate.
Thank you, Happy New Year, and we’ll see you in the parks!
The Charleston Parks Conservancy Staff
Join Us for Upcoming Events
JANUARY
Saturday, January 11
Native Tree Giveaway | freeSaturday, January 18
Early Morning Bird Walk | freeSAVE THESE 2025 DATES
Sunday, February 2
Shucked & Sauced | ticketed fundraiserSunday, March 2
Teddy Bear Picnic | freeSunday, April 27
Picnic for the Parks | ticketed fundraiserSaturday, November 8
Party for the Parks | ticketed fundraiserFriday, December 5
Light the Lake | freeABOUT THE CONSERVANCY
The Charleston Parks Conservancy is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring the people of Charleston to connect with their parks and create stunning public places and a strong community. The Conservancy secures 90% of the funding required to maintain 26 parks, gardens and trails across the city through private and corporate donations, while the City of Charleston covers 10% of costs. The Conservancy team provides year-round park care, with a focus on strategic seasonal plantings, major park revitalizations, and sustainable maintenance. In 2024 alone, the organization planted over 46,000 plants and 1,000 trees, donated two tons of fresh produce and 1,200 fresh flower bouquets grown in its parks and gardens, and advocated for the vital role of parks in urban life. Through 180 hours annually of free programming including popular events like the Teddy Bear Picnic, the Conservancy cultivates vibrant, welcoming green spaces that serve as hubs for recreation, relaxation, and community connection. Read More.
When parks thrive, people thrive. Donate today to make an impact in our community.
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Our Contact Information
Charleston Parks Conservancy
720 Magnolia Road, Suite 25
Charleston, SC 29407
843-724-5003
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Alligator River Marina & Ramp Closed to Public, Bar and Grill Open, AICW MM 84
Our thanks to Ted Arisaka for forwarding this notice from Dec 23 on FB and on Bob423.
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🎉 Announcing the 2024 KLSC Contest Winners! Key Lime Sailing Club, Key Largo, FL
Key Lime Sailing Club, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, always has very special offers for their visitors! Key Lime Sailing Club is a unique slice of KEYS ENJOYMENT…give it a try and let us hear about your experience.
Sailing away on the Sunflower in Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages
And the Winners Are… Congratulations to Meredith Adams (Entry # 43), the winner of the 2024 KLSC Photo Contest! Meredith’s photo showing one of our smaller sailboats gliding through our crystal clear water has won a FREE 3-night stay at our Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages in the breathtaking Florida Keys.
A big congratulations also goes to Bryce Durham, the winner of the 2024 KLSC Video Contest! Bryce’s video captured stunning drone and activity shots, showcasing all the amazing experiences awaiting you at Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages. Bryce has earned a FREE 5-night stay!
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all participants and voters for making this year’s contest a success. Your creativity, enthusiasm, and support are what make this event so special. Thank you for being part of our yearly tradition!
Win a FREE Vacation
January 1, 2025 to December 15, 2025: We are accepting all entries for this year’s Photo and Video contest. Please read the following information if you are interested in winning free stays at Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages (KLSC).
Video Contest
This contest is open to all our guests. Submit a video of your KLSC vacation and get a chance to win a free 5-night stay! We are looking for the most creative and exciting video that tells people about your stay with us.
To our guests who didn’t enter the previous contests, this is your chance!
How to submit: Just upload your finished video to YouTube and email us the URL to your video. All links must be emailed to keylargocottages@
keylimesailingclub.com. Please include the dates you stayed, in which cottage, and under whose name it was reserved. If you send several emails, include this information in each one.
Evaluation Criteria
Videos will be judged by the following criteria:
- Overall Impact (fun and informative)
- Creativity
- Memorable Content and Delivery
- Clear Message about what vacationing at KLSC is all about
- Video quality
Terms:
- Winner must be 25 years of age or older.
- Winner can choose the dates from August 1st to December 15th for their stay (holidays not included).
- Main House is not eligible.
- Winner can add their free nights or extend their established booking nights if the booking is between August 1st to December 15th, and if the cottage is available on those extended dates.
- Chosen dates cannot be rescheduled to other dates. No exceptions. (Please finalize your dates before booking.)
- The reservation will be for two adults and the number of children allowed for the preferred cottage. However, if there are more than two adults, the winner is responsible for the extra adult fee of $35/per adult, per night plus tax. If bringing a dog to one of our dog-friendly cottages, the winner is responsible for the dog fee of $35/per night plus tax.
- KLSC reserves the right to use all submitted pictures and videos for its promotions and websites.
Contest is open starting January 1 to December 15. We will announce the winner on our Facebook page and newsletter on January 15. There is no limit to the number of videos submitted. So, create your videos now and share them with us!
Respect for Existing Copyright
You must be the original author of everything in your video or have permission to use copyright-protected material. Be creative but think carefully about what you put into the video.
If you are considering using existing music, video clips, photos, etc., it is very likely that someone else owns a copyright to that material. In this case, be sure to obtain the copyright owner’s written permission before using the material in your video.
All music basically contains two copyrights: the sound recording and the underlying song composition (music publishing rights). In a video where you are using a cover song, you need to negotiate a synchronization license.
Most of these will go through the Harry Fox Agency. However, many music publishers have entered into license agreements with YouTube permitting the use of the songs they control in exchange for a percentage of any advertising revenues.
So, in some cases, YouTube has already obtained an agreement with the music publisher, so you would be OK covering the song. To determine whether or not a publisher is participating in an agreement with YouTube, you can contact the publisher directly. Publisher contact information may be found at ASCAP or BMI.
You can also go to one of the royalty-free music sites and buy a track for a couple bucks that you can use all you want (e.g., incompetech.com, audimicro.com, etc.). With all that having been said, we do prefer original music, even if you are just humming…
Photo Contest
Pictures can include couples sailing, families sailing, Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages (KLSC) activities (non-sailing), sailing lessons, etc. There will be a voting period on our Facebook page where the owner of the photo with the most “Likes” will get a free 3-night stay at KLSC. There is no limit to the number of photos entered. To our guests who didn’t join the previous contests, this is your chance!
Make sure to include captions with your submissions. Add the dates you stayed, in which cottage, and under whose name it was reserved. If you send several emails, include this information in each one.
Terms:
- Winner must be 25 years of age or older.
- Winner can choose the dates from August 1st to December 15th for their stay (holidays not included).
- Main House is not eligible.
- Winner can add their free nights or extend their established booking nights if the booking is between August 1st to December 15th, and if the cottage is available on those extended dates.
- Chosen dates cannot be rescheduled to other dates. No exceptions. (Please finalize your dates before booking.)
- The reservation will be for two adults and the number of children allowed for the chosen cottage. However, if there are more than two adults, the winner is responsible for the extra adult fee of $35/per adult, per night plus tax. If bringing a dog to one of our dog-friendly cottages, the winner is responsible for the dog fee of $35/per night plus tax.
- KLSC reserves the right to use all submitted pictures and videos for its promotions and websites.
Contest is open starting January 1 to December 15. We will announce the winners on our Facebook page and newsletter on January 15.
Thank you and see ya all in the Florida Keys!
Follow Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages on Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Inst
agram, Youtube, Learn ASA Certified Sailing at American Sailing Academy. Call us at 305-587-3205.
Enjoy a snorkel or sunset cruise on the bay side as well as several boats for rent from 22 foot to 37 foot through Morning Star Sailing Charters. Call us at 305-451-7057.
South Dade Marina, Wet and Dry Slips Available. Call 305-247-8730
Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages | 305-451-3438 | 99306 Overseas Highway, Key Largo Florida | www.keylimesailingclub.com
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6th annual International Culture Fest, Jan 18, Fishermen’s Village, Punta Gorda, FL
There is always plenty to do around Charlotte Harbor. While berthed at Fishermen’s Village Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, you are certain to enjoy visiting Western Florida’s beautiful Charlotte Harbor/Peace River.
Click here for International Culture Fest Flyer January 2025
Click here for International Culture Fest Press Release January 2025
Kathy Burnam
Marketing and Events Manager941.639.8721
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1.25 Million Views for 2024 – Peter Swanson
Cruisers Net publishes Loose Cannon articles with Captain Swanson’s permission in hopes mariners with salt water in their veins will subscribe.. $7 a month or $56 for the year and you may cancel at anytime.
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Happy New Year! Edenton in 2025
A longtime CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, historic Edenton always has an exciting calendar of events and places to visit! Edenton is at the mouth of the Chowan River on the northwest shore of Albemarle Sound.
Happy New Year! 2024 was an incredible year in Edenton, and we hope you had the chance to join us sometime throughout the year.
From hosting Stage 5 of the Bass Pro Tour to celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the Edenton Tea Party, Edenton’s calendar was packed full of events and activities for all ages!
And 2025 is promising to be another incredible year in Edenton. Here are some of the highlights that we hope you’ll join us for during this next year.
Pilgrimage Tour of Historic Homes and Sites
One of the highlights of springtime in Edenton is the Pilgrimage Tour of Historic Homes and Sites, presented by the Edenton Woman’s Club. This self-guided tour explores the heart of historic Edenton and surrounding countryside, allowing visitors the opportunity to see inside beautiful homes from the 1700s to the 1900s. Don’t miss this two-day biennial event, happening in April!
Sounds of Summer Concert Series
Join us all summer long as we host a series of music festivals, starting the weekend of our Pilgrimage Tour. Set against the stunning backdrop of Edenton’s picturesque waterfront, enjoy live bands, food trucks, a beer garden, and more! So, make plans to visit Edenton for the weekend and bring a lawn chair or blanket to a free Sounds of Summer Concert this summer.
44th Annual Christmas Candlelight Tour
Edenton’s two-day Christmas Candlelight Tour is a beloved tradition for locals and visitors! This past year’s tour sold out early, leaving many people wishing they had gotten tickets sooner. Don’t make the same mistake this year! Advanced tickets for the popular tour will go on sale in July 2025. Mark your calendar and make plans now to enjoy the tour!
This is only a taste of all of the exciting events we have planned during 2025. Check out our Calendar of Events as more events are added regularly.
You can also check out our new 2025 Visitor Guide that includes an overview of special events, maps of Edenton and parking, and information on dining and lodging. It’s all the information you’ll need to plan the perfect trip to Edenton!
As always, our Bed and Breakfasts are ready to welcome you to Edenton in 2025, and if you haven’t experienced their comfort, convenience, and charm, you’ll want to try their hospitality in this new year.
We hope to see you in 2025!
Erienne Mizell,
Tourism Director
Visit our website! 101 W King St, Edenton, North Carolina 27932
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Navy Towers off the Georgia Coast – Ted Ariska
Our thanks to Ted Arisaka for this information.
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Have made a lot of passages off the coast of Georgia and there are a lot of unmarked stuff out there!
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