Waterways Commission Addresses Shoaling
It’s deja vu all over again for Hatteras Inlet’s South Ferry Channel, much to the chagrin of the Dare County Waterways Commission.
Waterways Commission Addresses Shoaling
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Good Words for Dowry Creek Marina, Belhaven, NC, AICW Statute Mile 131.5
A longtime CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, Dowry Creek Marina is under new management and ownership by the Zeltner family who want to roll out the red carpet to transients, doing whatever you might need during your visit. This highly praised and transient friendly marina lies off the AICW/Pungo River north of Belhaven, NC. See also COVID-19 UPDATE.
We happened upon this place four years ago and it is now our first stop going south every time. Can’t say enough good things about it. Pool, clubhouse, marina store, gas grills and picnic tables, courtesy car, great shelter from the wind, shore power and fuel. Haven’t seen better. Well worth any extra cruising time to get there. As stated in a previous review, the place only gets better. [Editor’s note: Dowry Creek Marina is less than 1 NM north of the Waterway.]
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- Reply to Winston
Transients are received like family. This is a true family business and the hospitality is as warm as can be. You are also near another of North Carolina's awesome boating friendly coastal towns, Belhaven. Tell 'em Cruisers Net sent you.
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Georgia’s Sublime Ocean Sanctuary
Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary protects Georgia’s special live-bottom wildlife habitat in the Atlantic Ocean and along the southeastern U.S. coast, an area teeming with diversity and an abundance of marine life.GRAY’S REEF FOUNDATION
The Sublime Sanctuary of the Sea
Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary near Savannah, Georgia, is indeed a “shining example of oceanic conservation and a vital research hub for marine science”, but did you know that you can explore it for yourself? Grab a copy of the July edition of Savannah Magazine to see why this southern sanctuary is also a national ocean treasure.
(Photo credit: P. Whitfield/NOAA -scalloped hammerhead)
Open Season in South Atlantic Waters
Did you go fishing during the recent South Atlantic Red Snapper open season? Share your catch photos and stay current with state and federal fishing regulations on the FishRulesApp. Best practices for fishery conservation and tips for safe handling of marine species are included. Know before you go, and fish on!
Director’s Note:
Thank you to our friends at OCEANA for organizing #protectourcoast advocacy day with GA Congressional Representatives, and to Congressman Buddy Carter for taking time to speak with us.Gray’s Reef Foundation Director Jody Patterson, Board Chair Cathy Sakas, and Board Trustee Lane Johnson joined retired military officers and environmental advocates in requesting a reenactment of the moratorium on new oil and gas leases along the Outer Continental Shelf.The House Appropriations committee released their FY21 Interior funding bill, and it included provisions to reenact this moratorium. If it passes the House floor then it’s off to the Senate. Stay tuned and we’ll stay engaged!Follow us on social media 
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GIWW: Resilient, Reliable And Efficient
As steady as the great western rivers of the United States that roll toward the Gulf of Mexico is the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway (GIWW), the nation’s No. 1 energy highway, which follows the coast from Brownsville, Texas, eastward to Carrabelle, Fla. See also History Essay on the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway.
GIWW: Resilient, Reliable And Efficient by John Shoulberg
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Good Words for Claiborne Young
It is always good to hear remembrances of Cruisers Net’s founder, Claiborne Young, because he is with us on every page of his website and it is still hard to believe that he is gone. See Remembering Claiborne, 1951-2014. Thank you Bob Kish!
To Whom it May Concern,
Just learned of Claiborne’s passing. My wife has been battling brain cancer for 10 years now and we have not been boating for several years. We purchased our first larger 32′ power boat in September 2014 after much research in books and the internet. At one point several months before our purchase I reached out to Claiborne to get his thoughts on some of the boat brands and models we were considering. Much to my surprise he called the phone number I provided and I almost fell out of my chair when he said who was calling.
Claiborne was such a warm and thoughtful individual and we were so thankful he took the time to help us through the decision making process. My guess is he’s probably done this dozens if not hundreds of times for other boaters like us. I didn’t realize at the time I spoke with him that he had recently lost Karen, his “first rate first mate”. Please extend my condolences to his family and let them know how many lives he touched.
Unfortunately my wife enjoyed our boat for only a couple of years before she became too ill to go to boating.
We have Claiborne to thank for not waiting to long to make our next purchase and losing this last opportunity. Sincerely, Bob Kish4 Facebook Likes, 4 Facebook Reactions
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When World War II Was On the Outer Banks
Once the United States entered World War II, the battles fought in the Atlantic off the North Carolina coast changed the way of life for those that called the Outer Banks home.
When World War II Was On the Outer Banks
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- Reply to Bob
If you don’t know the story, find out about the British Cemetery on Okracoke. One of the most touching stories I have ever heard.
- Reply to Cruisers
Yes Bob we know that story. What a period in time. Thanks for reminding us as there are so many who visit and may miss that special resting place for the lads from Britain.
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LNM: Coast Guard assists 5, stresses EPIRB importance
Excellent advice from the US Coast Guard.
U.S. Coast Guard 7th District Southeast
Contact: 7th District Public Affairs
Office: 305-415-6683
After Hours: 786-367-7649
7th District online newsroomCoast Guard assists 5, stresses EPIRB importance
Editor’s Note: Click on image to download high-resolution version.
MIAMI — Coast Guard rescue crews across Florida launched for three separate search and rescue cases after emergency position-indicating radio beacons were activated alerting Coast Guard watchstanders to mariners in distress.
Air Station Clearwater and Coast Guard Cutter Crocodile rescue crews were directed to launch, Thursday, after the crew of the fishing boat El Lobo activated their EPIRB after running out of fuel about 69 miles south of Clearwater. The crew requested Coast Guard assistance in contacting a commercial towing company on their behalf. The El Lobo crew is reported in good health.
Air Station Miami and Coast Guard Cutter Bernard C. Webber rescue crews launched after an EPIRB was activated twice. While rescue crews exhausted all search leads, no one was found in distress. Crews are on alert in case of EPIRB reactivation.
Coast Guard Station Yankeetown and Air Station Clearwater rescue crews launched, Wednesday, after an EPIRB was activated for a disabled 20-foot boat with two people aboard, reported in good health. The rescue screws worked with a commercial towing company and towed the boat back to shore.
Working and registered EPIRBs are important for vessels because they can save your life when regular communication avenues fail. Here are a few things you can do to ensure your EPIRB is properly working before transiting out to sea:
- Check the batteries. Batteries must be replaced by the date indicated on the EPIRB label using the model specified by the manufacturer. It should be replaced by a dealer approved by the manufacturer. If the replacement battery is not the proper type, the EPIRB will not operate for the duration specified in a distress.
- Test it. 406 MHz EPIRBs can be tested through its self-function test, which is an integral part of the device.
- Is it registered? Every time a ship or beacon changes hands or gets thrown out, the registration needs to be updated. When an EPIRB is activated, search and rescue crews immediately contact the registered owner to guarantee it’s not a false alert.
“Of all the safety gear a prudent mariner carries, the EPIRB alerts the Coast Guard to their position and in these cases, resulted in saving five lives,” said Chris Eddy, search and rescue specialist for the Seventh Coast Guard District. “The Coast Guard investigates every EPIRB alert, and it is important to update the registration to help avoid unnecessary searches.”In addition to EPIRBs, mariners are reminded to:
- Check the weather before going on the water.
- Wear a life jacket.
- File a float plan by telling someone where you are going and when you’ll return.
- Have a working VHF radio.
- Take a boating safety course.
To register your beacon, please go to https://beaconregistration.
noaa.gov/RGDB/. For more breaking news follow us on Twitter and Facebook.
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Spare Parts for Today’s Cruising Boat Owners by Bill Parlatore
When you have the opportunity to have a meaningful conversation with a skipper who has cruised extensively for over 25 years, who is very familiar with all types of vessels, sail and power, and who created and launched a successful cruising magazine which is still serving the boating and cruising communities… you count your lucky stars.
Bill Parlatore is that skipper and the following article addresses some of the things we’ve all faced, and as Bill states, based on attitude at a particular time. Bill has a niche for taking somewhat complex subjects and breaking them down for clearer understanding.
The following article addresses the various aspects of preparation for a day, week or months of cruising. It addresses today’s far reaching services driven by technological advances and how to leverage them for simplicity. Our thanks to Bill for sharing his thoughts.Click here for Spare Parts for Today’s Cruising Boat Owners
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2021 Marine Debris Removal Grants Available from NOAA
The projects awarded through the removal grant competition are to create long-term, quantifiable ecological habitat improvements for NOAA trust resources. Applicants have until Sept. 4 to submit a letter of intent for review for marine debris removal project grants.
Marine Debris Removal Grants Available
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LNM: River Light NR Extinguished, Neuse River, near NC AICW Statute Mile 170
This extinguished light is 2 NM north of Point of Marsh east of the Waterway.Be the first to comment!
Bahamas Chatter: “Travel Requirements” plus 1 more
Bahamas Chatter is produced by Explorer Chartbooks, A CRUISERS NET PARTNER, which has long been the standard navigational supplement for enjoyable, informative, and safe cruising through the beautiful Bahamian waters and island visits.
Bahamas Chatter: “Travel Requirements” plus 1 more
Posted: 16 Jul 2020 01:42 PM PDT
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
PRE-DEPARTURE & ARRIVAL
Prior to departing for The Bahamas:
STEP 1: Travellers are required to complete an electronic Health Visa at travel.gov.bs.• Health Visa applications take up to 72 hours?to process and should be completed?with adequate lead time.
Submit a Health VisaSTEP 2: Must present a COVID-19 RT-PCR Test with a negative result. Test must be taken no more than (10) days prior to the date of travel. Test results must be uploaded in the Health Visa portal and presented upon arrival.
• Any person presenting a test older than ten (10) days will not be allowed entry into The Bahamas.
• Children under ten (10) are not required to take a test. does not administer tests ?for children in this age range.
• No quarantine required • Wear a face mask
Check Your Health Visa Application Status
Green: Approved Health Visa
Must present confirmation on arrival
Yellow Pending Health Visa
Application requires additional review
Red:Denied Health Visa
Entry not permittedDURING TRAVEL
While Traveling to The Bahamas & Once Arrived:
• Wear a face mask:
• Entering & transiting in terminals, at security & customs screenings, at baggage claim, during check in & boarding
• Hold & scan own boarding passes or mobile devicesTemperature Screenings for Passengers
ON-ISLAND EXPERIENCE
Once on Island:
?• Wear a face mask:
• When travelling in a taxi, when standing in line at attractions, before being seated at a restaurant, while checking into a hotelWear a Face Mask
• When entering and exiting beaches (not required on the beach)
• Must be worn before & after exercise and visible on your person during exercise.
Beach gatherings are restricted to five (5) people or less and social distancing is mandatory.
Travellers must return to accommodations and remain on property between 10:00 pm and 5:00 am daily. Guests can move around the property during curfew hours. ?
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To learn more, visit Bahamas.com/TravelUpdates
For questions or to check on status of your application, contact HealthVisa@Bahamas.comLAST UPDATED JULY 13, 2020
All Rules & Regulations are Being Enforced:
• Travellers who do not complete a Health Visa or present COVID-19 RT-PCR Test with a negative result will be denied entry.
• Travellers who show symptoms of COVID-19 may be transferred to an area away from others for further testing, and evaluation and quarantine may be required by health personnel.
• A $200 fine or a penalty of one month imprisonment, or both, is to be enforced for visitors or residents found not wearing face masks in areas where it is required.
Always Practice Social Distancing & Proper Handwashing ProceduresPosted: 15 Jul 2020 11:34 AM PDT
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LNM: Oyster Beds to be Installed, Steamboat Creek, off SC AICW Statute Mile 496
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 28/20Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Steamboat Creek
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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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