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    • Jul 1, 2021by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      NOAA: Comments Requested on Gray’s Reef Research Area, GA

      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. The last day for comments is July 29.
       
                                       Share your comments about the economic impact of the Gray’s Reef research area
       

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      Announcement of Public Comment Period for Economic Impacts of the Gray’s Reef Research Area

      NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries is conducting a review of the regulation that established the research area within Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary in 2011. The research area was designed for conducting controlled scientific studies in the absence of certain human activities. Fishing, diving, and stopping a vessel are prohibited in the research area. 

      Public Comment Link

      NOAA is accepting public comments on the economic impacts of the research area and will conduct an analysis in accordance with the requirements of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. The Regulatory Flexibility Act requires periodic review of existing regulations that have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities, such as small businesses, small organizations, and small governmental jurisdictions.

      The last day for public comments is July 29th, 2021.

      For more information about the comment period of the Gray’s Reef Research Area, you may view the notice in the Federal Register. NOAA will post the resulting economic impact analysis on its libraries page after the public comment period closes and NOAA completes the report.

      For further information, contact Meredith Walz, NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries, 1305 East West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910, meredith.walz@noaa.gov, or 240-533-0686.

      For more information please visit

      graysreef.noaa.gov

      Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary, 10 Ocean Science Circle, Savannah, GA 31411

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    • Jun 30, 2021by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.6048,-80.2849999

      Report on Floating Oyster Frames in Steamboat Creek, off SC AICW MM 496


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      Our thanks to Ted Arisaka for this report on a continuing debate over oyster farming and anchoring rights. See LNM: Oyster Beds to be Installed, Steamboat Creek and Oyster Farming Dispute Again in the News.

       

      About 6 months ago, I made a request to Kyle Ward of NOAA, to consider charting the mariculture area in Steamboat Creek (south of Charleston) as establish in the USCG Local Notice to Mariners District 7 Week 49 of 2020.

      Today, I received follow up from Kyle that they had indeed updated their ENC’s to show this area.
       
       
      I think this is a good development as state (DNR) and federal (NOAA, USCG) agencies work together to assist mariners avoid hazards to navigation as well as maintain compliance with any anchoring setbacks established by DNR.  Luckily in SC’s case, there is no setback as is the case in Georgia.
      Ted Arisaka
       
       

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    • Jun 30, 2021by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment

      BoatUS News: With Passage of Florida Anchoring Bill, BoatUS Seeks Solution for the Long Haul

      A bill that aims to both address the continuing vessel anchoring challenges facing some Florida counties while balancing the needs of responsible vessel operators became law yesterday with the signing of FL S.B. 1946 by Gov. Ron DeSantis.

       

      With Passage of Florida Anchoring Bill, BoatUS Seeks Solution for the Long Haul
      BoatUS

      Comments from Cruisers (1)

      1. Alan V Cecil -  July 2, 2021 - 2:07 pm

        And so…this is not just a problem for AGLCA, MTOA, and Boat US members….it is an issue for used boat dealers, used cruising boat brokerages, and others in the marine trades industry.

        I realize that there are more proponents than vexed property owners at noisy nautical partiers! The acqusition of maria properties by conglomerates for residential development of waterfront properties and subsequent raising of rates for both resident and transient boaters.
        The dynamics of the rising cost of fuel, marina fees, mechanical maintenance costs and astronomical insurance premiums for the older boats that many cruisers have …oh and the general rise in the costs of all boats…may jolly well mean the demise of the middle American cruising public.

        So now is the time for all of those associations, businesses and cruising public to challenge this newly enacted "seizure of anchoring rights" by Florida, Georgia, and any other political entity in Federal cour as interference with interstate commerce and any other justicable issue with the same vigor and zeal as the NRA protects American 2nd Amendment rights.

        Boat US, being the "heavy hitter" must take the lead!

        Alan V. Cecil
        M/V SIGMACHI

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    • Jun 30, 2021by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 34.623,-76.549999

      Troubled Waters near Cape Lookout, near Beaufort, NC


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      To access the Cape Lookout Anchorage when the oceanside waters are kicking up, cruisers with shallow draft who wish to anchor in Cape Lookout Bight may choose to access the anchorage via Taylor Creek and Barden Inlet which separates Shackleford Banks and Core Banks. See Numerous ATON Changes.

       

      Waters near Cape Lookout have become increasingly perilous because of shoaling and shifting channels, despite a two-year-old agreement between Carteret County and the National Park Service that has provided more than $5.67 million for dredging.

       

      More boaters finding trouble in waters near Cape Lookout
      CoastalReview.org

      Click Here To View the VA to NC Cruisers Net Marina Directory Listing For Cape Lookout Bight Anchorage

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Cape Lookout Bight

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    • Jun 30, 2021by:   Larry Dorminy 2 Comments

      Shared Photo – New Bern, NC

      Shared by Millissa Alexander of New Bern Grand Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR! Thank you Millissa!

      Shared by Millissa Alexander of New Bern Grand Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR!

      Comments from Cruisers (2)

      1. Greg Allard -  August 4, 2021 - 10:50 pm

        Spectacular photo, Millissa! The tall sailboat moving though the bridge adds the perfect movement.

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      2. Millissa Alexander -  June 30, 2021 - 7:14 pm

        The sunsets and sunrises seem to even more beautiful than ever as of late. Thanks for sharing Larry! To learn more about the New Bern Grand Marina, please visit our website https://newberngrandmarinayachtclub.com/.

        Millissa

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    • Jun 28, 2021by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      SCDNR Offering Courtesy Boat Inspections July 3 and 4, Various Locations

      To help prepare for the Fourth of July holiday weekend, SCDNR will be holding courtesy boat inspections across the state.
       
       

      —- NEWS RELEASE —-

      For Immediate Release
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      SCDNR courtesy boat inspections set for July 4th holiday

      SCDNR courtesy boat inspections

      Courtesy boat inspections will be hosted around the state on July 3 and 4th.

      COLUMBIA, S.C. (June 22, 2021) — In an effort to keep people and waterways safe during the Independence Day holiday, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) Law Enforcement Division will once again be conducting courtesy boat inspections at certain public boat landings around the state. The Fourth of July weekend is the year’s busiest weekend on state waters, and officers want to do everything possible to keep boaters out of harm’s way.

      SCDNR officers will perform quick but thorough inspections for required safety equipment and proper boat and motor registration. Those who are not in compliance with safety regulations or registration requirements will not be ticketed during the complimentary inspections. Instead, they will be given an opportunity to correct the problem before they launch their boat. SCDNR officers will also be available to answer questions and give boaters tips on how to stay safe on the water.

      Additional inspections will also be hosted later in July.

      To report boating violations such as reckless operation or an intoxicated boat operator, call the SCDNR toll-free, 24-hour hotline at 1-800-922-5431. For a copy of South Carolina’s boating regulations, to find out about local boating safety courses or to obtain a free float plan form, contact the SCDNR Boating Safety Office at 1-800-277-4301 or visit https://www.dnr.sc.gov/education/boated.html.

      Courtesy inspection sites for July 3 and July 4:

      July 3

      Anderson Co. — Riverfork Boat Ramp – Lake Hartwell; 2 p.m to 4 p.m.

      Beaufort Co. — Battery Creek Landing (Parris Island) – Battery Creek; 10 a.m. to noon 

      Charleston Co. — Wappoo Cut – ICW; 10 a.m. to noon 

      Charleston Co. — Buck Hall Landing – ICW; 10 a.m. to noon 

      Georgetown Co. — Carroll A. Campbell Landing – Sampit River; 10 a.m. to noon

      Horry Co. — New Peach Tree Landing – Waccamaw river; 10 a.m. to noon

      Kershaw Co. — Buck Hill Landing – Lake Wateree; 10 a.m. to noon 

      Laurens Co. — Riverfork Public Landing – Lake Greenwood; 10 a.m. to noon

      Lexington Co. — Lake Murray Dam – Lake Murray; 9 a.m. to noon 

      McCormick Co. — Dorn Landing – Lake Thurmond; 10 a.m. to noon 

      July 4

      Beaufort Co. — Lemon Island Landing (Edgar Glenn) – Chechesse River; 10 a.m. to noon 

      Berkeley Co. — Cypress Gardens Landing (Dunham Creek); 10 a.m. to noon 

      Charleston Co. — Remleys Point Landing – Wando River; 10 a.m. to noon 

      Greenwood Co. — Greenwood State Park – Lake Greenwood; 10 a.m. to noon 

      Horry Co. — Hwy 22 Bridge (Behind Bass Pro Shop) – ICW; 10 a.m. to noon 

      Marion Co. — Galivants Ferry Landing – Little Pee Dee; 10 a.m. to noon 

      Newberry Co. — Billy Dreher Island – Lake Murray; 9 a.m. to noon

      Oconee Co. — South Cove Park – Lake Keowee; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

      Pickens Co. — Twelve Mile Park – Lake Hartwell; 10 a.m. to noon

      Spartanburg Co. — Main Ramp – Lake Bowen; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

      York Co. — Ebenezer Park Landing – Lake Wylie; 10 a.m. to noon

       

      Also in July: Beaufort Water Festival — July 17

      Beaufort Co. — Battery Creek Landing (Parris Island) – Battery Creek; 10 a.m. to noon

       

      Media Contact:

      David Lucas

      SCDNR Public Information Coordinator

      843-610-0096

      LucasD@dnr.sc.gov

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

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