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    • Nov 1, 2020by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Healy Report: Southbound on the AICW, Fall 2020

      Experienced cruisers and frequent Cruisers Net contributors Jim and Peg Healy share their ships log and navigation watches as M/V Sanctuary travels south on the FL/GA Waterway. Thank you Jim and Peg! For more Healy Reports, enter Healy in our Homepage search window.
       
      Hi Larry,
       
      This is a partial observation/report. Sanctuary and crew started south from Myrtle Beach, so I have no first hand information on the North Carolina Shallows.
       
      For those who do not know about it, I strongly recommend Southbound cruiser’s download Bob Sherer’s (Bob423) “long tracks” from his ICW Website.
       
      These long tracks will provide great and valuable guidance on the shallowest portions of the ICW route.
       
      We followed Bob’s “short cut” track at the Dawho River problem area at nearly low tide, and it carries 9.0′ of water or better. We found that Watts Cut following the Dawho River is currently the worst of South Carolina and Georgia.
       
      We also hit Hell Gate (Georgia) at low tide. Following Bob’s track, there is a reliable 5.5′ through Hell Gate.
       
      We transited the Little Mud River and Buttermilk Sound at about 1/2 tide. There are places in the Little Mud that will get to 5.5′, and there is a shoal area at R”204″ in Buttermilk Sound that cruisers MUST avoid.
       
      Right now, there are celestial lows, and there may be less water depth at celestial low periods.
       
      Anyone planning to fuel at Brunswick Landing Marina, that plan my not be available. Call ahead. First, there is a 250′ behemoth named “Soulmates” on the fuel dock that greatly obscures access to the fuel and pumpout stations. Second, BLM is having “power problems” on that transient dock. So, call ahead. If you need fuel, Morningstar has it, and they are actually a dime less than BLM right now. Also note, there is a dredge operating in the seaport to get to BLM. It occupies virtually the entire width of the channel. Be careful approaching that dredge.
       
      Jim
       
      Peg and Jim Healy, living aboard Sanctuary

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    • Oct 29, 2020by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Martin County Moments: October 2020, Stuart, FL

      Fort Pierce City Marina 1 Avenue A, Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 (772) 464-1245 Facsimile (772) 464-2589

      At the intersection of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and the Okeechobee Waterway, Martin County, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is a hub of boating activity and of events of interest to boaters.

       

       

      October 2020

       

      It’s official! Historic Downtown Stuart won the 2020 “Great Places in Florida Award” presented by the American Planning Association. Thank you to everyone who voted. We couldn’t have secured the title without your support! 🏆

      See the Official Announcement Here
       

      Martin County is teeming with bike paths and cycling trails just waiting to be explored — more than 80 miles of them, to be precise. From rustic routes surrounded by nature to scenic straightaways with panoramic waterfront views, our latest video highlights some of our favorite cycling spots worth checking out during your next visit!

      Here’s How to Cycle Your Way Through Martin County
       

      Still looking for Halloween plans? We’ve got you covered! In our latest blog post, we collected some of the spookiest events happening throughout Martin County, from ghost tours and haunted cruises to drive-thru trick-or-treat festivities! 🎃👻

       

      Landscape photographer Paul Cook (@pc3photos) recently snapped this stunning long-exposure at the House of Refuge — how dreamy are those cotton candy skies? 

      Follow Us on Instagram for More Phenomenal Photos!

      Interested in winning a FREE trip to Martin County? We recently partnered with Visit Florida and The New York Daily News to launch a 5-night trip giveaway. Per the program rules, it’s only open to residents of New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut. Click the button below to see more and enter (and feel free to share this promotion with any of your friends or family in NY, NJ, or CT)!

      Enter For Your Chance to Win!

      Want to share a little sunshine with someone special? Then send them a FREE digital postcard, right from Martin County. You can select your favorite design and even add a personalized message. Check them out below! 

      Send a Postcard From Paradise!
       

      With its unique architecture and prime waterfront location in Downtown Stuart, it’s not hard to see why Old Colorado Inn’s Owl House was named one of the “Best Places to Rent a Beach House During Winter” By Travel Awaits Magazine. 

      Read the Full Article Here

      Things we’re looking forward to: The 2020 Stuart Air Show! This award-winning event is taking place Veterans Day weekend (November 7 and 8). Get your tickets today!

      Purchase Your Tickets Here

      Looking for some authentic Old Florida charm? Consider booking a relaxing retreat at River Palm Cottages & Fish Camp in Jensen Beach. Only In Your State recommends it as one of the best fish camps in the Sunshine State 🎣

      See the Full List Here

      Whether you’re 8 or 108, we want to see your art skills! We’ve partnered with Atlanta Magazine on a Coloring Page Contest. Think you have what it takes to win the grand prize? Check out the rules and submission guidelines below.

      Enter Your Masterpiece Here
       

      Looking for a quick and convenient escape with lots of room to spread out? 
      Make sure you check out our Special Offers page — it’s updated regularly and features
      lots of fall-themed packages and special rates.

      For even more inspirational content, follow us across our social media platforms and be sure to share your favorite Martin County memories using #DiscoverMartin.

       

       
       
       

       
       
       

       
       
       

       
       
       

       
       
       

       
       
       

       
       

       

       

      2401 SE Monterey Road Stuart Fl 34996

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    • Oct 28, 2020by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      News from Topside Marinas

      TopSide Marinas

      Topside Marinas, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is always on the lookout to bring high quality marinas into their family. For those generous people who love to make introductions, they would love to allow you to contribute and, in return, show you their appreciation.

       

      Welcome to the Topside Family! We appreciate you taking the time to connect with us. We hope we can demonstrate to you what it means to be a part of our community.  

       
       
       If you know anyone else connected to the marina industry or looking to join the Topside Family, please don’t hesitate to contact us using the link embedded in the image below. 
       
      We look forward to connecting with you in the near future, and we hope you and your loved ones are staying safe during these tough times. 
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      We would love to connect with you please select any of the links above to find us on various platforms
       

       

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    • Oct 23, 2020by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      National Marine Sanctuary Foundation News

      America’s Marine Sanctuaries: A Photographic Exploration is out now!

       

      Hot off the Press! America’s Marine Sanctuaries: A Photographic Exploration

      America’s Marine Sanctuaries: A Photographic Exploration is out now! The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation partnered with Smithsonian Books to release this coffee table-style book to bring the wonders of our national marine sanctuaries to your fingertips. America’s Marine Sanctuaries takes you on an intimate and immersive journey to explore the rich history, iconic wildlife, and vibrant habitats that makes sanctuaries so special and worthy of protection.

      America’s Marine Sanctuaries is a tribute to the ocean’s incredible ecosystems and landscapes, from kelp forests to deep sea canyons. The fourteen underwater gems that make up the National Marine Sanctuary System are celebrated for their beauty, history, and importance. Featuring a foreword by actress and activist Sigourney Weaver, the book serves as a gorgeous reminder of what’s at stake in our efforts to conserve the world’s most critical and beautiful environments.

      Buy the Book!
       

      Exploring Beyond the Lens with ocean photographers

      Keith Ellenbogen exercising his craft. Photo credit: Nick Zachar
      To celebrate the launch of America’s Marine Sanctuaries and the upcoming 50th Anniversary of the National Marine Sanctuary System, the Foundation is hosting a series of virtual seminars and intimate discussions with some of the world-class photographers behind the book. Underwater photographer Keith Ellenbogen kicked off the series, Beyond the Lens: Discovering Sanctuaries Through Photography on October 20th with an engaging presentation on his close encounters with whales, sharks and more in Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. 

      Two more installments of the series will follow on October 27th, by Hawaii-based photographer Melody Bentz, and on November 10th, with Florida Keys diver and photographer Stephen Frink. You won’t want to miss out on these incredible opportunities to learn about the craft and inspiration behind ocean photography.  

      Get Tickets
       

      State of the Monument report reveals the benefits of science-based management practices

      Red squirrelfish in Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. Photo credit: James Watt/NOAA
      This month, NOAA and the co-trustees of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument released the 2020 State of the Monument report, which will support monument managers in future management planning, research priorities, and decision making. It found that most of the habitats within Papahānaumokuākea remain in good condition, owing to the science-based management practices in place to protect them. Lost fishing gear as well as climate change impacts including, coral bleaching, invasive algae growth and intense storms still threaten the ecosystem.

      Following the report’s release, the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation and hundreds of supporters urged policymakers to keep in place restrictions on commercial fishing within Pacific marine monuments. In its letter to the Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council, the Foundation explains that opening up Pacific monuments would undermine the health and resilience of these special places and undermine fishery conservation efforts. In fact, according to a recent study in Nature, the Hawaii longlining fleet’s catch and its catch per unit effort increased since the monuments’ designations. 

      Learn More
       
       

      Attention federal employees!
      The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation is a proud participant of the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), the world’s largest annual workplace charity campaign. The CFC official solicitation period is running now through Jan. 15, 2021.

      Support America’s national marine sanctuaries by designating your gift to the Foundation. Visit the CFC Donor Pledging System and use our CFC number: 10762.

      Pledge Here
       
      On World Fish Migration Day, October 24th, the Pacific Northwest College of the Arts (PNCA) is premiering an educational short animated film “The Life Cycle of Pacific Salmon.” Supported by the Foundation through a NOAA Fisheries grant, a team of PNCA Animated Arts students worked together on this animation to teach about the life cycle of Pacific salmon and their role in the ecosystem.

      The film will premiere live on YouTube on Saturday, October 24th at 3pm Eastern/12pm Pacific, along with short talks by PNCA animators and NOAA’s Alicia Keefe. Watch it here. You don’t want to miss it! 

       

      A virtual exploration of cultural heritage in Papahānaumokuākea

       
      As part of its “Third Thursday” series of talks supported by the Foundation, Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument and the
      Mokupāpapa Discovery Center will host Reframing wahi kūpuna: The tangibles and intangibles of cultural heritage in Papahānaumokuākea, a virtual presentation from NOAA Native Hawaiian Program Specialist Kalani Quiocho.The presentation will provide a brief history of research on cultural resources, and several examples illustrating how the concept of cultural resources is (re)framed and implemented in the monument’s management. The talk will take place on Thursday, November 19 at 12 noon HT/6 pm ET.
      Register Now
       
      Colleen Maynard grew up in Michigan drawing and photographing the great outdoors. As an artist, she showcases the richly beautiful animals and plants of our world in hopes of creating lifelong stewards to protect them. She says, “I feel an urgency to learn about, honor, and learn how to spread awareness of these living coral that generate so much activity and life.” 

      Read more of Colleen’s story and others, and learn how to discover wonder in sanctuaries for yourself at marinesanctuary.org/discoverwonder. 

       

      From the Blog: A quest to photograph California’s rare and endangered abalone species

      Photo credit: Oriana Poindexter
      Marine scientist and artist Oriana Poindexter took us on a two-part journey to photograph the endangered black and white abalone off of California’s Coast. 

      In part one of the series, The Iridescent Ones: Visualizing California’s Abalone, Oriana goes extreme tidepooling to photograph the endangered black abalone. Black abalone were once found all along the western coastline, from Crescent City, California to Cabo San Lucas, Baja California, Mexico, but are now scarce in much of that range. Photographing these masters of camouflage and shy crevice dwellers was no easy task. 

      In part two, Oriana ventures underwater, scuba diving in the coastal waters off San Diego in search of white abalone. Facing intense fishing pressure in the 1970s, the white abalone were the first marine invertebrates to be listed as endangered in 2001. 

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      The Florida Keys tourism council released this new video with tips on how to recreate responsibly in Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. You can enjoy all the boating, diving and fishing the Florida Keys have to offer while doing your part to keep yourself and this special place safe and healthy.
       

      Recreate Responsibly, Explore Locally

      This month, we blogged over at the Recreate Responsibly Coalition about exploring locally and recreating responsibly around the National Marine Sanctuary System. 

      In the era of COVID-19, planning vacations and connecting with nature is proving to be harder than ever. Many people are dreaming of far-off destinations to find adventure or take a much-needed break from reality. Instead of hopping on a plane, consider the wonders around you! There are 14 national marine sanctuaries and two marine national monuments all around the U.S. that can serve as a long-awaited escape while reducing long-distance travel and limiting the spread and exposure to COVID-19. 

      Learn more >>>

      Kayaking at Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary, Photo Credit: Chuck Graham 
       
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    • Oct 22, 2020by:   Curtis Hoff No Comments

      Cruisers Net Unites with United States Power Squadrons (USPS) / America’s Boating Club

      Cruisers Net unites with United States Power Squadrons (USPS) / America’s Boating Club to help maintain and enhance the accuracy of the Cruisers Net marina listings.

      USPS members will regularly survey marinas to provide timely updated data for our current marinas as well as expand our marina listings. All USPS surveys will be based on on-site visits and personal interviews with the marina staff. The surveys will go through an extensive verification and validation process by USPS and Cruisers Net staff before being entered into the Cruisers Net database.

      The first group of marina surveys has already been incorporated into Cruisers Net database and ranges from St. Augustine City Marina in St. Augustine, FL to Myrtle Beach Yacht Club in Myrtle Beach, SC. Updated information from additional marinas will be incorporated on a regular basis as they are surveyed.

      Cruisers Net fuel editor, Kaye Adams, will still phone survey all marinas for their latest fuel prices and availability status each week. This process ensures Cruisers Net has the most accurate and up-to-date fuel information of any resource.

      The United States Power Squadrons DBA America’s Boating Club, is a non-profit educational organization, founded in 1914, whose mission is to improve maritime safety and enjoyability through classes in seamanship, navigation, and other related subjects.

      Visit https://www.americasboatingclub.org to learn more about United States Power Squadrons (USPS) / America’s Boating Club

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    • Oct 17, 2020by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment

      Georgia Legislator Responds to Anchoring Restrictions

      Since the release of GA DNR maps displaying restricted areas of anchorage, James H. Newsome and Ted Arisaka have pursued clarification on the implementation of the broad restrictions. Cruisers Net applauds James and Ted for their efforts on behalf of boaters’ rights. Well done gentlemen!
       
      Georgia Rep Ron Stephens contacted James H. Newsome (as a representation of the boating coalition group) this afternoon and stated that he and the Commissioner have talked about our concerns with the maps showing the overbearing shellfish lease areas, and that DNR will make an internal rule change to address the problems we have pointed out. 
      DNR and Rep. Stephens will introduce legislative changes in the next session of the General Assembly to permanently correct the problem. 
      No timeline was given on how long the rule change  will take. James asked if the map could be removed while we await the revised rules. Rep. Stephens contacted the Commissioner and was told that the map must stay up for now, but there will be no enforcement of anchoring violations in these areas. We assume this to mean  other than the setbacks as defined in HB833 (150′ private docks, 300′ commercial marinas, & 500′ shellfish harvesting areas). 
      While this is welcome relief for boaters and cruisers, and we are hopeful for a quick rule change and resolution to this problem, we must also caution boaters that they should obey the directive of any local DNR Law Enforcement officer if approached while anchoring in one of these areas as defined by the map on DNR’s website. 
      We have seen instances in the past where information about recent directives has not trickled down to the local level. If necessary, read this information to the officer, but follow his/her instructions. And then please contact Ted Arisaka, Kim Russo, or James H. Newsome afterwards. We will forward your information to our contacts at Georgia DNR.

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      1. James H Newsome -  October 17, 2020 - 6:55 am

        Thanks much Larry for your support. I tried to be careful about the wording of my statement. The last thing I want to do is tell boaters that they should knowingly break the boating law pertaining to anchoring. However, based on my conversation with Rep Stephens, who was speaking with the DNR Commissioner Mark Williams, I was told that DNR has no intentions of enforcing anchoring restrictions in the newly announced commercial shellfish leased areas at this time.

        I intend to anchor as usual, avoid anchoring near private docks and marinas, and avoid anchoring near any marked recreational and commercial shellfish areas. The legal setbacks from these areas are: 150' private docks, 300' marinas, and 500' shellfish beds. If I am approached by a GA DNR law enforcement officer, I will politely comply with their directive whether I believe they are right or wrong.

        GA has very few DNR law enforcement officers working the coastal area. They do not have time, nor the inclination to harass boaters. We have been told repeatedly that enforcement is complaint driven. For example, if a marina or private landowner calls DNR and complains about a boat they believe is anchored to close to their dock, then a DNR enforcement officer will be dispatched. He/she will evaluate the situation and instruct the boater and homeowner appropriately. If there is a violation, the boater will be warned and asked to move. Take a screen shot of your GPS position for reference.

        Use common sense, be courteous, and enjoy our beautiful coastal waters. Hopefully someday GA will get the public relations effort right.

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