Past Palm Beach Boat Parades
A fun photo collection of Palm Beach parades from years past.
Boat parades in South Florida: Boats with holiday light decor sail on – Palm Beach Post
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NOAA’s Ocean Today Harvest Season Special – THE FUTURE OF OCEAN FARMING
NOAA’s Ocean Today Harvest Season Special – THE FUTURE OF OCEAN FARMING video collection
National Ocean Service.Learn how sustainable practices are helping to grow healthy seafood and support a clean ocean. 
This “Harvest Season” explore with your students “The Future of Ocean Farming” Video Collection (5 Parts)
This full moon* (Friday morning, November 19th near-total lunar eclipse) find out how sustainable aquaculture practices are helping to grow healthy seafood and support a cleaner ocean in our Future of Ocean Farming Collection.
- Collection link – Every Full Moon | Ocean Today (noaa.gov)
* Beaver Moon, the Frost or Frosty Moon, or the Snow Moon.
3D Ocean Farming – Learn how “regenerative” ocean farmers are using all parts of the water column to grow delicious food, help clean the ocean, and pull carbon from the environment.OCEAN TODAY FOR TEACHERS – Want to learn more about the Smithsonian/NOAA Ocean Today Program? Click Here if you are a teacher or museum/aquarium/zoo educator.
November 18, 2021
Learn what “The Future of Ocean Farming” collection is all about with Ocean Today’s Symone Barkley. (1:36)
Remote Control – Social Entrepreneurs in Hawaii are applying space technology and design principles to build a sustainable fish farm in the open ocean. (4:04)
No Shell Left Behind – Imagine eating your way to a healthier Bay! Nationwide shell recycling programs and oyster lovers are helping to restore wild oyster reef.No Shell Left Behind is a Regional Emmy Award-Winning Video. (5:04)
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37th Annual Christmas Flotilla, Dec 4, New Bern Grand Marina, Neuse River, NC
New Bern Grand Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, lies in the heart of downtown New Bern, North Carolina, along Trent River’s northern banks between Trent River highway and railroad bridges.
Come Celebrate the Holidays at theNew Bern Grand Marina Yacht ClubProud Sponsor of this year’s37th Annual Christmas FlotillaTo register your boat please referto the details noted below
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Boat Slip Sales Contact – 252-229-7746Boat Slip Rentals Contact – 252-638-0318Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of New Bern Grand Marina
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Mullet Fishermen: A Journey from North Carolina to Florida
The Florida fishing village known as Cortez has long been populated by folks with surnames that have for even longer been associated with the Bogue Sound area of North Carolina.
Fishermen and net reel, Cortez, Florida, 1920. Burns, Julian and John Taylor, the three on the left, were all from Carteret County. John Taylor first homesteaded on Longboat Key, then came to Cortez. Julian is remembered for his leadership in starting the Cortez Volunteer Fire Department. Photo: Courtesy of Manatee County Public Library
Mullet fishermen: A journey from Carteret County to Florida
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Update from Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center Director, Sarah Hill
The Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center is located adjacent to the Dismal Swamp State Park, offering trails, exhibits and ongoing programs in Camden County, NC. Docks are provided by the Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome Center, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR and a NC DOT Rest Area facility. See Fall Update.
Good Morning!
Attached is a Notice to Navigation Interest received from the US ACOE, Norfolk District. The locks at Deep Creek and South Mills will only be operated at 9 am and 3 pm, beginning Dec. 6 through Dec. 10. Lock operating hours are being reduced from 4 to 2 per day during this period due to diving operations.
See Openings, Deep Creek and South Mills Locks.
We’ve had a busy October and start to November, with lots of beautiful fall colors showing off along the canal.
We are aware of some patchy duckweed near the South Mills drawbridge & lock as well as outside of the canal, going south.
We’ll keep you updated as we learn more!
Sarah
Sarah Hill, TMP
Director, Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome CenterChairperson, Camden County Tourism Development Authority2356 US Hwy 17 North, South Mills, NC 27976
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Yearlong Upgrades to Wrightsville Beach Bridge, AICW MM 283.1, Wrightsville Beach, NC
These upgrades are certain to affect navigation at times. Check Cruisers Net Current Local Notices to Mariners for Notices when plotting your float plan. With a closed vertical clearance of 20ft, the Wrightsville Beach Bascule Bridge crosses the AICW at Statute Mile 283, southwest of marker #125.
Wrightsville Beach bridge to undergo yearlong facelift
CoastalReview.orgClick Here To View the Cruisers Net North Carolina Bridge Directory Listing For SR 74 Bridge
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Comments from Cruisers (2)
- Reply to Todd
Please clarify whether this construction affects the C. Heide Trask Memorial Bridge (opening bridge commonly known as the Wrightsville Beach Bridge). It only mentions the fixed portion of the Wrightsville Beach Bridge spanning Banks Channel and shouldn’t affect most Cruisers due to the fixed height at under 8 feet.
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Gateway to the Gulf Newsletter, City of Gulfport, FL, Nov 15, 2021, Boca Ciega Bay
Gulfport Municipal Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, and the City of Gulfport 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 November 15, 2021 | City of Gulfport, FL – Gateway to the Gulf Newsletter 
Upcoming Events See what’s happening this month.
City Manager Report Read the current community news.
Senior Center E-news Click here to see what’s happening next.
Library Calendar of Events Upcoming activities at the Gulfport Library.
Michael J. Yakes Recreation Center Click here to see all classes and activities.
Historic Casino Weekly Dance Events Click here to see the Casino’s Weekly Dance Schedule.
All City Facilities Closed
November 25 – 26, 2021
in Observance of Thanksgiving
This Weeks Events & Meetings 
Stand-up Comedy Casting Call Monday & Tuesday, November 15 – 16 | 6:45 p.m.
Friday & Saturday, November 26 – 27 | 6:45 p.m.
Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S.
Jokey TV is hosting a stand-up comedy television special at the Gulfport Casino and they need YOU as the audience
Downtown Waterfront District
Beach Blvd. S.
Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market Tuesday, November 16th | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Join us weekly at our open-air fresh market for the region’s freshest produce, arts & crafts from local creators and a fresh array of locally sourced botanicals along the shops and restaurants of scenic Beach Boulevard.
More info 
Ask a City Councilor Event at the
Third Tuesday Fresh Market
Tuesday, November 16th | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Gulfport Welcome Center, 3101 Beach Blvd. S.
Gulfport Vice Mayor, Ward 1 Representative, April Thanos will be hosting an “Ask a City Councilor” event, every third Tuesday of the month, for residents to get to know their Councilmember, ask questions, and provide comment.
For more information, please call City of Gulfport Vice Mayor, Ward 1 Representative, April Thanos at (727) 826-7138.
Ballroom Dance Lessons w/ Carol Baker Tuesday, November 16th | Noon – 3 p.m.
Gulfport Casino Ballroom $10 admission
Call 727-798-3660
Weekly dance info City Council Meeting (In Person & Zoom) Tuesday, November 16th | 6 p.m.
City Hall, 2401 53rd St. S. | 727-893-1012
Virtual Neighborhood Watch Meeting Every Wednesday | 1:30 p.m.
Broadcasting “on Facebook” Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. Check on updates for your area and learn about recent incidents related to vehicle, residential burglaries, BOLO’s and stolen vehicles.
For more information, please contact Mr. Jim Wright Volunteer Coordinator at 727-893-1022 or jwright@mygulfport.us.
www.swingtime.info Swing Dance & Lesson w/ Swing Time Wednesday, November 17th
Lesson 7 – 8 p.m. | Dancing 8 – 11 p.m.
Gulfport Casino Ballroom
$10 admission
Weekly dance info 
Mobile Food Pantry Thursday, November 18th | 3 – 5 p.m.
Recreation Center, 5730 Shore Blvd. S.
FREE pre-packaged box of groceries while supplies last.
For more information, please call 727-443-4031 ext. 506 or email info@hopevillagesofamerica.org
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Latin Night at the Gulfport Casino Thursday, November 18th | 7 – 11 p.m.
Gulfport Casino Ballroom
$10 admission
Call 727-254-6563
Weekly dance info 
In Recognition of FRAUD Awareness Week – FREE Onsite Shredding Services & Medication Collection Friday, November 19th | 9 – 11 a.m.
Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave. S.
Please limit 5 boxes or bags per vehicle. No metal clips or binders. This is a drive-through event, so for your safety, remain in your vehicle.
Printable brochure Gulfport Permit FREE City-Wide Yard Sale Saturday, November 20th | Dawn – Dusk
City of Gulfport, FL, Residents Only
Brochures will be available at City Hall (2401 53rd St. S.), Gulfport Public Library (5501 28th Ave.) S., Gulfport Casino outdoor brochure display (5500 Shore Blvd. S.) online or in the Gabber classified section on Thursday, November 18. Call 893-1118 for more information.
Suddenly in Command – Recreational Boat Passenger Class
Saturday, November 20th | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Gulfport Public Library, 5501 28th Ave. S.
Ever wonder what you should do if the operator of your boat unexpectedly becomes incapacitated or falls overboard? How do you call for help, stop the boat? If so, this class is for you. The Class is FREE and offered by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla in Gulfport. Just contact Marty Richardson at 630-674-5352 or merichardsonjr@att.net to register or get more information.
More info Third Saturday Indie Faire Saturday, November 20th | 5 – 9 p.m.
Downtown Waterfront District
Beach Blvd. S.
Welcome to Third Saturday Indie Faire! The Indie Faire features high quality local art and contemporary crafts from across a wide range of mediums, as well as jewelry and locally sourced botanicals in an outdoor and socially distanced manner along scenic Beach Boulevard in downtown Gulfport.
Upcoming Events & Meetings 
Members $7
Non-members $10
Website USA DANCE Presents Ballroom dancing Monday, November 22nd | 7 – 10 p.m.
Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S.
USA Dance provides dance opportunities for local citizens by organizing affordable social dances, dance lessons and dance workshops. The goal of the Suncoast chapter is to serve the USA Dance mission which is to increase the quality and quantity of ballroom dancing in America.
Contact Nancy Welch at, nancy01FL@aol.com for more information.
Argentine Tango Dance & Lesson w/ Kathleen & Steve Prucher
Tuesday, November 23rd | 6:30 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Gulfport Casino Ballroom 5500 Shore Blvd. S.
$10 admission
Call 727-742-3368
Weekly dance info 
Gulfport Casino Ballroom
5500 Shore Blvd. S.
More info Swing Time Pre-Thanksgiving Bash Wednesday, November 24th | 7 p.m. – Midnight
Lesson 7 – 8 p.m. | Live music & dancing 8 – midnight
Admission $12
With Thanksgiving on Thursday, the weekend starts Wednesday night, when Swing Time hosts a special evening of live music and swing dancing! Wednesday, November 24th, 2021, join in celebration at the Gulfport Casino Swing Night for Swing Time’s Pre-Thanksgiving Bash!
Gulfport Lions Club – Feeding Tampa Bay Mobile Food Program
Thursday, November 30th | 4:30 – 6 p.m.
Gulfport Lions Club
4630 Tifton Drive S.
For additional updated assistance, text FTBFYI to 855-530-3663 or visit https://www.feedingtampabay.
org .
More info First Friday Art Walk Friday, December 3rd | 5 – 9 p.m.
Downtown Waterfront District
Beach Blvd. S.
Come join us with free live music up and down the street. Follow the flags for artist clusters, displaying paintings, jewelry, glass, mixed media sculpture and more. First Friday Art Walk is a juried event that welcomes emerging and professional artists in all media to engage in our arts loving community.
Gulfport Casino Ballroom
5500 Shore Blvd. S.
Soul Night Website Soul Night at the Gulfport Casino Friday, December 10th | 7 p.m. – midnight
Second Friday of Every Month
Doors Open 6:45pm | $10 Admission
Dance to the best in Funk, Soul, Disco, Motown, Rhythm & Blues, with an exciting mix of retro and modern dance music, great for a variety of partner dances (Hustle, Swing, West-Coast, Blues, Cha Cha, Shag, Fusion, etc.), plus group, line, and freestyle dancing too! Arrive early for a Dance Lesson 7 – 8 p.m.
36th Annual BCYC Lighted Holiday Boat Parade Saturday, December 11th | 6 p.m.
Each year, BCYC members and members of the general public come together to spread holiday joy by decking the hulls and heading out on Boca Ciega Bay to parade the BCYC way!
See the parade from Osgood Point all the way to Isla del Sol!
More info Cocktails and Candy canes – Third Saturday Indie Faire Holiday Event! Saturday, December 18th | 1 – 9 p.m.
Downtown Waterfront District, Beach Blvd. S.
Come and celebrate the Holiday Season at a special Third Saturday Indie Faire! You’ll find a night market brimming with art, jewelry, plants, crafts, and other locally crafted finds. Along with vendors, you can catch live music and a special visit from Santa!
Community Outreach ALERTPinellas Sign up for emergency notification services here.
Pinellas County Emergency Management Prepare yourself and your family here.
Latest Beach Water Quality Sampling Data See the latest report here.
Public Cameras Check out our live streaming cameras here, to see what you are missing.
Gulfport Charter & Code of Ordinances Online access is provided at the following link.
HURRICANE CENTER Learn more Attention Gulfport Businesses!! Visit https://mygulfport.us/rebound/
businessapplication/ to register your business today!The Gulfport Rebound incentive program will provide vouchers for Gulfport residents to be used at participating businesses that have been negatively impacted by COVID‐19. Participating businesses will collect Gulfport Rebound vouchers as payment for goods and services through the duration of the program. A business can apply to redeem these vouchers with the City of Gulfport at any time from December 10, 2021 through February 1, 2022.
Applications for eligible businesses are being accepted now and the acceptance period will close on November 24, 2021.
Join the band JOIN THE BAND – “Your Best is Good Enough”
Calling all musicians and aspiring musicians! (And especially percussionists!) The New Horizons Band of Gulfport will begin our first session of 2022 on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at the Gulfport Senior Center, 5501 27th Ave S, Gulfport, FL.
The New Horizons mission is to give adults an opportunity to play music with others, whether that person is just learning to play a musical instrument, returning to play after a long absence,
or lifelong player.
- Green Band/beginning band – meets between 5:00 and 5:45 pm. This group is for those learning music for the first time or experienced musicians starting a new instrument.
- Concert Band meets between 6:00 and 8:00 pm. The band plays marches, show tunes, and popular music.
The Session 1 fee is $25 to cover band expenses. Bring an instrument and music stand.
Website Help for Families with Children
For families with children, finding and accessing the right services can be a challenge. That’s why the Family Services Initiative was created: to provide real-time help for struggling Pinellas families.
Trained professionals work in partnership with families to help overcome their challenges. Plus, resources are available for basic need items like food, kids’ beds/bedding, transportation, and rent/utility assistance. Four agencies are at the core of the initiative: 2-1-1 Tampa Bay Cares, Gulf Coast Jewish Family and Community Services, Personal Enrichment through Mental Health Services (PEMHS), and the Juvenile Welfare Board. In addition, multiple community partners access and contribute to the system.
The Gulfport Public Works Department located at the 49th Street Neighborhood Center (1617 49th St. S.) is an official collection site for rechargeable batteries!
For more information, please call 727-893-1089 or visit https://mygulfport.us/public-
works-department/ .
The City of Gulfport Senior Center’s Telephone Reassurance Program is a free service for Gulfport Residents 50 years of age or older. Volunteers provide daily phone calls to registered members and provide comfort, security, and peace of mind to members and families.
Registration is simple and free. If you or someone you know could benefit from this service during this difficult time, please call (727) 893-2237 and register today.
Coming Soon!
Veterans Park Memorial Pavers
Available Now to Support
the Gulfport Senior Center Foundation
More info 
Wood Ibis Park is a 4-acre park located along 58th St. S. at approximately 28th Ave. S. The most distinguishing feature of the park is the lake. With native aquatic plantings and a fountain to keep the water aerated, the park has become a favorite location for small bunnies, wading birds and a variety of ducks.
Learn more 
GEMS door-to-door transportation has provided independence & freedom to elderly and disabled residents of Gulfport for over 40 years.
Any Gulfport residents 55 & older or residents with a disability can take advantage of GEMS door to door service for a yearly membership of $70 plus $2 per ride. For more information, call 893-2242.
The Gulfport Public Library (5501 28th Ave. S.) is open with limited service. Check out all the virtual events they have to offer on their Facebook page at, www.facebook.com/
GulfportLibraryFL .For more information, please call 727-893-1074.
The City App for iOS and Android mobile devices, allows residents to connect more conveniently with City government to report issues and request non-emergency services. For more information, please email info@mygulfport.us or call 727-893-1118.
Learn more City of Gulfport, Florida | https://mygulfport.us/ 
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Jim Healy on Florida Manatees
Jim Healy is an experienced cruiser of US coastal waters and a frequent contributor to Cruisers Net. Jim’s well thought-out perspective on the manatee issue in Florida came as added comments on Florida’s Manatees are Dying of Starvation and are reposted here in case you missed them.
This is going to be a very difficult and complex – and hopefully science-based – discussion over the next few years. Manatee are not native to Florida; they are an invasive, if cute and cuddly, species. The “Save the Manatee” political forces in Florida have made them into a cultural icon. And, those forces have been very successful at promoting Manatee welfare. All good. Now it’s time to ask, though, “perhaps, too successful?” In many areas, waterfront landowners with a vested interest in boat speed limitations on local waters found a willing partner with the Manatee welfare society forces to promote speed limiting policies.
But in places like Mosquito Lagoon and the Indian River Lagoon, and around power plants all across the state, and other places, too, a not unreasonable question to ask is, “do we have more non-native Manatee now than the area could ever support “naturally,” and are they dying of starvation because the carrying capacity of their adopted habitat is over-populated?” This will not be a popular question, and I will not be popular for asking it. But the fact is, the geological makeup and natural character of these large East Coast Florida lagoons do not have much natural drainage, and their waters are not naturally self-cleansing and self-refreshing. Heavy industry (including NASA) and ENORMOUS regional population growth have undoubtedly contributed to pollutions in these waters of poor natural circulation and refreshment.
Society is going to have to do some really serious evaluation and balancing of conflicting needs as this one goes forward. And, society is going to have to make some really difficult choices, too. Ain’t no pet interests gonna get outta this one without scrapes and bruises. I wonder, for example, how many septic systems drain into Mosquito Lagoon and the Indian River Lagoon in the dozens of municipal blocks that neighbor those waters? It’ll take a couple of generations (of humans) to get just that detail cleaned up. And millions of $$$$. And the bureaucracy! Oh, the bureaucracy that will be created! Because this problem does NOT feel like a one-size-fits-all solution will meet the needs all across the state of Florida.
A truly confounding problem, to be sure. I hope we’re up to it as a society.
Jim Healy
Monk 36 Hull #132
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- Reply to Jim
US Fish and Wildlife says manatees are native to Florida.
https://www.fws.gov/northflorida/manatee/manatee-native-facts.htmBut I agree with most of what you say. This is a complex problem which impacts many other goals. Unfortunately everything is political these days and simple minded policies usually prevail over well thought out policies.
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Updates, Deals, and Dreams with Makers Air, Ft Lauderdale, FL
With commercial airlines limiting and cancelling flights, Makers
Click here for Updates, Deals, and Dreams with Makers Air
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Learn about Edenton’s own Inner Banks Inn today, Edenton, Albemarle Sound, NC
A longtime CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, historic Edenton always has an exciting calendar of events! Edenton is at the mouth of the Chowan River on the northwest shore of Albemarle Sound.
800-775-0111 • info@visitedenton.comHello!Are you planning your trip to Edenton yet?Are you looking for a luxurious place with great food, comfortable beds, or even pet-friendly accommodations?The Inner Banks Inn is one of two Edenton B&Bs that Trip Advisor has named “Traveler’s Choice,” putting them in the top 10% of places to stay in the world.There’s a reason why so many people love staying here!Erienne,Tourism Director.
Visit the Prettiest Small Town in the South* Shop * Dine * Stay *STAY CONNECTED WITH US!800-775-0111 • info@visitedenton.comChowan County Tourism Development Authority | PO Box 245, 101 W Water Street, Edenton, NC 27932 Click Here To Open A Chart View Window Zoomed To the Location of Edenton Harbor City Docks
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