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    • COVID-19 Update: Riviera Dunes Marina Resort, on the Manatee River, off Tampa Bay


      Riviera Dunes Marina Just off Tampa Bay Owned and Operated by Boaters
      A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, Riviera Dunes Marina Resort occupies the Manatee River’s northern banks, just east of the easternmost of three bridges crossing the river at Bradenton and Palmetto near charted Craig Point. See FOCUS ON  for more on Riviera Dunes Marina Resort.

       

       

       

      April 2 2020

      Procedures and Guidelines in compliance with the recent Governor’s Order, and under the Florida Emergency Condominium Act

      Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued a statewide Stay-at-Home Mandate that will go into effect Friday morning at 12:01 am. The order states: ” All persons in Florida shall limit their movements and personal interactions outside of their home to only those necessary to obtain or provide essential services or conduct essential activities”. Riviera Dunes Marina will adhere to that order, and will set policies and rules pursuant to that Order as well as under the Florida Emergency Condominium Act, Section 718.

      Our primary goal is the safety, health and well-being of all of our owners, employees, tenants and liveaboards.

      1) Riviera Dunes Marina has already instituted a policy closing the Marina Office to everyone; no one except Marina employees will be allowed in the office; all owners and tenants must do business with the office over the phone. We will remain open and available via phone at 941-981-5330 from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Saturday. Any mail and package deliveries received can be picked up by calling ahead to the Marina Office and we will make arrangements to have your items set outside for you to retrieve.

      2) Effective immediately our docks will be open and accessible ONLY to our owners and tenants. This means that no guests will be permitted and no guest parking passes will be issued. Compliance will be monitored by our staff. Dock gates will remain closed and new gate codes will be issued.

      3) Vessel repair persons/companies will not be permitted on the docks except for emergency mechanical or electrical repairs. All such emergency access must be approved by the General Manager before vessel repair persons enter the docks.

      4) Divers performing boat bottom cleaning, replacement of anodes (zincs), and servicing of through-hull fittings for air conditioning, engines, generators, etc., are permitted, provided they contact the marina office by e-mail the day before their work is scheduled, and provide a list of 1) each boat on which they will be working, and 2) the names of the diver(s) who will be working. If they fail to comply with this advance notice, they will be denied access to the marina.

      5) Persons or companies engaged in boat washing, waxing, compounding, or cosmetic repairs, etc. are not permitted on the docks.

      6) Boat brokers/sales persons and their clients are not permitted on the docks.

      7) The swimming pools will be closed.

      As a commercial Condominium Association, RDM provides numerous essential services to our residents and owners, including daily trash pick-up, water service and pump-out services to those owners and tenants. The Marina’s fuel dock will also continue to be open. Use of the laundry facility will continue as an essential service.

      We will continue providing these essential services to our owners and tenants during this statewide Stay-At-Home Mandate. We know that some of these rules may be difficult, but we have made careful choices to limit access to our docks to those people and services who are essential.

      We ask that you please continue to take the proper precautions of hand washing, distancing, covering coughs, etc., and to refrain from social gatherings, especially groups of more than 10 on the docks and in public areas. Even with groups of that size, proper distancing must apply.

      We owe it to each other as owners, employees, tenants, or as members of our live-aboard community, to do our absolute best to keep each other safe.

      Dated: April 2,2020

      Regards,

      RDMCA Board
      Riviera Dunes Marina
      (941) 981-5330 Office
      www.rdmarina.com

       

      Click Here To View the Western Florida Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Riviera Dunes Marina Resort

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Riviera Dunes Marina Resort

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    • Bahamas Chatter: “Royal Bahamas Police Force Order” plus 2 more

      Explorer Charts - the best charts for the Bahamas and Exumas

      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: “Royal Bahamas Police Force Order” plus 2 more

      Comments from Cruisers (1)

      1. Unknwn -  April 3, 2020 - 2:01 pm

        We were handed a notice today by the police when they came to our boat here in Eleuthera. I ask the cops point blank if it was OK for us to leave and and stop at a few anchorages on the way back to Florida… they say “Yes Man, no one is keeping your here.” In short, if you stay you shouldn’t move but if you are moving to leave, thats ok. You still can’t go on land

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    • SCDNR’s State Lakes Reopening for Bank Fishing

      This is welcome news for South Carolina residents who often rely on fishing for food rather than sport. This news release clarifies earlier Closures and Cancellations.

       

      —- NEWS RELEASE —-

      For Immediate Release
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      SCDNR’s State Lakes reopening

      for bank fishing

       

      COLUMBIA, S.C. (April 2, 2020) — Thirteen of the small impoundments that are in the S.C. Department of Natural Resources’ (SCDNR) State Lakes program are reopening to allow bank fishing. The boat ramps and fishing piers associated with these small impoundments will continue to be closed to comply with Governor McMaster’s Executive Order 2020-16 relating to COVID-19.The 13 small impoundments reopening to allow bank fishing are:

      • Draper WMA State Lakes (York County)
      • Jonesville Reservoir (Union County)
      • Lake Cherokee (Cherokee County)
      • Lake Edgar Brown (Barnwell County)
      • Lake Edwin Johnson (Spartanburg County)
      • Lake George Warren (Hampton County)
      • Lake John D. Long (Union County)
      • Lake Oliphant (Chester County)
      • Lake Paul Wallace (Marlboro County)
      • Lake Thicketty (Cherokee County)
      • Lancaster Reservoir (Lancaster County)
      • Mountain Lakes 1 and 2 (Chester County)
      • Sunrise (Lancaster County)

      Lake Ashwood (Lee County) and Dargan’s Pond (Darlington County) had previously been closed for restocking or repairs and remain closed. Star Fort Pond in Ninety-Six (Greenwood County) is owned by the National Park Service and will remain closed under National Park authority.

      The SCDNR’s State Lakes program offers fishing access to the public in areas where public fishing is often not easily available. A list and map of the small impoundments in the State Lakes program is available at: http://www.dnr.sc.gov/lakes/state/index.html.

      Members of the public accessing the SCDNR’s properties for bank fishing, hunting, hiking or other recreation are reminded of the need to follow the current recommendations on social distancing and to comply with Governor McMaster’s Executive Order 2020-13 dealing with social distancing and limiting group size or any subsequent orders that may be issued.

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

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    • Navigate COVID-19 Safe and Well, Historic Edenton, Chowan County, NC, Albemarle Sound

      Edenton, NC - the prettiest town in the South!

      A longtime CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, Edenton always has an exciting calendar of events including safe activities during the coronavirus. Edenton is at the mouth of the Chowan River on the northwest shore of Albemarle Sound.

       

      Click here for Edenton and Chowan County Residents Tour In Your Own Backyard

      Click Here To View the North Carolina Cruisers Net Marina Directory Listing For Edenton Harbor City Docks

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window Zoomed To the Location of Edenton Harbor City Docks

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    • SC DNR Closures and Cancellation as of April 1

      In accordance with directives issued by Gov. Henry McMaster, the Department of Health and Environmental Control and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, SCDNR has canceled, postponed or closed several programs and events.

       
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      Updated Wednesday, April 1, 2020

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      Cancellations & Closures

      SCDNR continues to monitor COVID-19. In accordance with directives issued by Gov. Henry McMaster, the Department of Health and Environmental Control and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, SCDNR has canceled, postponed or closed several programs and events.

      View a complete and updated list.

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      Following are SCDNR-related cancellations:

      • 2020 Turkey Lottery Hunts – all dates all SCDNR Lottery hunts on WMA properties have been canceled. Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge hunts remain open unless a “Stay Home” order is declared. See: https://www.fws.gov/home/state-by-state-closures.html
      • Coyote Management Workshop – Webb Wildlife Center (April 2-3)
      • Fish Brosnan Forest Fishing Rodeo (April 4)
      • Table Rock State Park Fishing Clinics (April 4 & April 18)
      • Diversity Outreach Program – Congaree Creek Heritage Preserve Nature Walk (April 11)

      • Diversity Outreach Program – Volunteer Lab Day at Parker Annex Archaeology Center (April 13)
      • SC Envirothon Competition (April 24) – Postponed
      • Blue Hole Recreation Area Fishing Rodeo (April 25) – Postponed

      • Historic Camden, Kershaw County Fishing Rodeo (April 25)
      • 8 Oaks Park, Georgetown County Fishing Rodeo (April 25)
      • Charles Town Landing, Charleston County Fishing Rodeo (April 25)
      • Blue Heron, Jasper County Fishing Rodeo (April 25)
      • Cohen Campbell Fishing Rodeo (April 25)
      • Lake Hartwell Fishing Clinic (April 25)
      • Lexington Wildlife Chapter Fishing Clinic (April 25)
      • Santee State Park Fishing Clinic (April 25)
      • Diversity Outreach Program – Horry County Fishing Clinic (May 1)
      • Union County Fishing Rodeo (May 2)

      • Star Fort Fishing Rodeo (May 2)

      • Croft State Park Fishing Rodeo (May 2)

      • Darlington County Fishing Rodeo (May 2)

      • Barnwell Hatchery Fishing Rodeo (May 2)

      • Peachtree, Horry County Fishing Rodeo (May 2)

      • Hardeeville, Jasper County Fishing Rodeo (May 2)

      • Goose Creek, Berkeley County Fishing Rodeo (May 2)

      • Lake Thicketty Fishing Rodeo (May 9)

      • Lick Fork Fishing Rodeo (May 9)

      • Marlboro County Fishing Rodeo (May 9)

      • Burton Wells, Beaufort County Fishing Rodeo (May 9)

      • Forrest Hills, Colleton County Fishing Rodeo (May 9)

      • Black Swamp, Hampton County Fishing Rodeo (May 9)

      • Academy First Responders Rodeo at Lake Cooley (May 9)

      • Diversity Outreach Program – Margaret H. Lloyd (Camden) Nature Hike (May 23)
      • Sun City Grandparents Park Fishing Clinics (May 16, June 20, July 18)
      • Bat netting is canceled until further notice.
      • All volunteer lab days at Parker Annex Archaeology Center are canceled until further notice.
      • All Trailer and Take One Make One (TOMO) events are canceled until further notice.

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      Following are SCDNR-related closures:

      • All public access points to the state’s beaches, as well as closure of all public boat ramps, landings and other access points on the state’s lakes, rivers and waterways.
      • SCDNR’s State Lakes
        • Sunrise Lake, Star Fort Pond, Mountain Lake 1 & 2, Lancaster Reservoir, Lake Thicketty, Lake Paul Wallace, Lake Oliphant, Lake John D. Long, Lake George Warren, Lake Edwin Johnson, Lake Edgar Brown, Lake Cherokee, Lake Ashwood, Jonesville Reservoir, Dargan’s Pond, and Draper WMA State Lakes

      • Capers Island Heritage Preserve

      • Botany Bay Plantation beach access
      • Bald Rock Heritage Preserve
      • Sassafras Mountain Tower
      • The St. Stephen’s Fish Lift (Shad cam available)
      • All SCDNR freshwater fish hatcheries (still operational, but closed to public)
      • All SCDNR-managed shooting ranges
      • U.S. Department of Energy has closed Crackerneck Wildlife Management Area and Ecological Reserve in Aiken County until further notice.
      • Duke Energy has closed Bad Creek Hydro Project and Musterground Road in Oconee. The Oconee County access to the Jocassee Gorges is closed to vehicles. The gates will be locked until further notice. This also closes some vehicle access points to the Foothills Trail.

      At this time, COVID-19 has not impacted season dates or regulations of upcoming hunting or fishing seasons.

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    • Martin County Moments: April 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.

       

      April 2020

       

      There’s no denying that the world has entered uncharted territory since the COVID-19 pandemic began spreading across the globe. In this period of uncertainty, the Discover Martin team has been working around the clock to share relevant updates while leveraging our social media platforms to deliver a little sunshine to our followers both near and far. 

      To stay in-the-loop with all of the rapid developments here in Martin County, we encourage you to visit the Protect Our Paradise website. It’s full of helpful links, valuable resources, and other critical information. But it’s also a place where we want to inspire people to “dream now, visit later.”

      Here’s some of the content we’ve put together for your entertainment. We hope it brings a smile to your face during these trying times. 
       

      Recreate a classic Martin County vacation from the comfort of your home.

      Just because your vacation to Martin County has been postponed doesn’t mean you can’t recreate the magic at home! This fun little itinerary is packed with cheeky tips and tricks.

      How to Recreate a Classic Martin County Vacation at Home
       
       
      Watch Our Latest Video,
      “Discover Martin, From Home”
       
      How to self-isolate social distance in Martin County

      While a few of these activities are only applicable if you’re currently in Martin County, anybody can adapt these ideas at home. Plus, we included some additional goodies
      (like a virtual vacation to our Martin County beaches)!

      Sunset photograph beneath the docks at the House of Refuge

      Everyone knows jigsaw puzzles are a great way to pass the time, so we created a (free!) collection of digital puzzles featuring a few of our favorite local landmarks and activities.

      Check Them Out Here!
      Mansion at Tuckahoe

      Is there a young Picasso in your life? If so, we’ve also designed a series of educational coloring book pages! Just download them from our site, print them off, and break out the crayons.

      Germs are contagious, but luckily, so is kindness. In our latest blog post, we share 10 easy ways to spread kindness, no matter where in the world you are.

      10 Easy Ways to Spread Kindness
      (Not Germs)

      Stuart recently sported a stunning creamsicle-colored sunset captured by Instagram user @seafoamandgreens! See the original post here.

      While we all continue to self-isolate and attempt to #FlattenTheCurve, our hotel partners have put together special rates and packages for a future visit. Plan now, travel later. 

      For even more inspirational content, follow us across our social media platforms and be sure to share your favorite Martin County memories using #DiscoverMartin. Remember, we’re all in this together and there are brighter days ahead. 

       

       
       
       

       
       
       

       
       
       

       
       
       

       
       
       

       
       
       

       
       

       

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Intersection of AICW/Okeechobee Waterway

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    • LNM: Special Requirements for Locking during COVID-19 Restrictions

      Our thanks to Specialist Erica Skolte for this important notice.

      Notice to Navigation: 2020-002 SPECIAL NOTICE: REQUIREMENTS FOR LOCKING DURING THE COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
      USACE

      Reminder:
      If you lock through Canaveral or the Okeechobee Waterway, please put the numbers for the Corps locks into your phone. Call ahead before you approach. Turn off your radar, if you have it, prior to entering the lock. Remember to listen to any guidance offered by the lock operator to ensure everyone’s safety as you lock through, and everyone on board must wear a correctly fitted (zipped up or fastened) life jacket when locking through!

      Erica Skolte
      Public Affairs Specialist
      Corporate Communications Office
      U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District Palm Beach Gardens
      OFFICE PHONE 561-340-1527
      Cell:  561-801-5734
      erica.a.skolte@usace.army.mil
      Twitter @JaxStrong
      Jacksonville District Facebook:
      https://www.facebook.com/JacksonvilleDistrict
      Jacksonville District: A team of professionals making tomorrow better “Keep Calm and Essayons”

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      1. Captain Chris -  April 4, 2020 - 3:14 pm

        I took a boat through the St Lucie Lock on the Okeechobee Waterway Wednesday and was surprised they only accepted 2 boats in the lock. I was boat #2. I transit this lock often and was surprised two other boats were told to wait for the next opening. I usually see the lock FULL of boats, on BOTH side of the chamber.

        I saw this morning that the locks are practicing safe distancing between boats.
        Captain Chris

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