Raccoon Rescue!
In case you have not heard this story reported on numerous news outlets.
Raccoon stranded in Florida waters rescued by police, wildlife officials
Orlando Sentinel
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Welcome Back to Bald Head Island, Cape Fear River, NC
Bald Head Island is home to Bald Head Island Marina, A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, which is found hard by the seaward mouth of the Cape Fear River, within sight of the “Old Baldy” lighthouse! And while in the area, say Hello to another CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, Deep Point Marina, on the ferry side of Cape Fear River.
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Swing Time presents, Keith Jones & the Makeshifts, Gulfport Casino Ballroom! March 20, City of Gulfport, Fl, 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.
You’re invited!Wednesday, March 20th, 2019, Swing Time presents Cincinnati band, Keith Jones & the Makeshifts live at the Gulfport Casino Ballroom! This all-ages dance includes two free dance lessons (no partner needed), a Blues – Dance Lesson 6 – 7 p.m. and a Swing – Dance Lesson 7 – 8 p.m., followed by Live Music & Dancing 8 – 11 p.m. Doors open 5:45 p.m. Admission’s just $12; get your tickets at the door (cash only; no free passes, birthday passes, or student specials accepted on band nights).Keith Jones & the Makeshifts are one of the best musical groups to ever headline the Gulfport Casino at Wednesday Swing Night. This Cincinnati band swings hot jump-blues and traditional rock’n’roll for your dancing pleasure, and they’ve been a huge hit with dancers every time they’ve played for us before. In fact, the band currently holds the Wednesday Swing Night attendance record!Gulfport Casino is one of the world’s best ballrooms, offering up social dance excitement in a picturesque beachfront setting. It provides a smoke-free atmosphere and a full bar. The Gulfport Casino Swing Night is one of the top swing dances in the U.S.A., attracting hundreds of dancers every Wednesday! The Gulfport Casino Ballroom is located in Downtown Gulfport at 5500 Shore Blvd. S., Gulfport, FL 33707.
[Gulfport Casino Ballroom], [5500 Shore Blvd. S.], [727-893-1070], [www.mygulfport.us]Click Here To Open A Chart View Window Zoomed To the Location of Gulfport Municipal Marina
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Summer Storage Special, Atlantic Yacht Basin, VA AICW Statute Mile 12
Atlantic Yacht Basin, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is located just south of the Great Bridge lock and bridge at Mile Marker 12 in Great Bridge, VA.
Change of Summer Plans??? Check out Summer Storage Special!
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Electrical Updates to Mainship – Photo Essay by Sonny Reeves
Our thanks to experienced cruiser and technician, Sonny Reeves, for sharing his years of experience in this excellent photo journal on Mainship electrics.
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NAV ALERT: Possible Submerged Obstruction, Vero Beach, AICW Statute Mile 951
Our thanks to author and experienced cruiser Robert Sherer for this report from his Facebook page, Bob423. The reported obstruction appears to be near marker 136 less than a mile north of the Merrill Barber Bridge.
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- Reply to Larry
I have an ancient (2009) copy of Skipper Bob's Anchorages Along the ICW which says (p.86):
"Vero Beach: Caution, favor green side of channel near R128. Rock in center at 5.5' known by locals as the 'rock pile'."
Might this be the same obstruction?
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SC DNR 50% Discount on Boating Education Courses, March 17-23
Whether you’re a new boater or are looking for a refresher on boating laws and safety, now is a great time to take a boating education course.
March 15, 2019
Discounted Online Boating Education Courses Offered Through Boat-ed.com March 17-23
Spring aboard, South Carolina! With the weather warming up, boating season is right around the corner! Whether you’re a new boater or are looking for a refresher on boating laws and safety, now is a great time to take a boating education course. The Official South Carolina Boating Safety Online Course offered through Kalkomey, taken between March 17 and 23, will be 50 percent off when you enter the VIP code at checkout.
VIP Code: SpringAboard19
We encourage you to share this course with your friends and family to ensure everyone on the water stays safe, all year long! SCDNR also offers free classroom courses throughout the spring and summer. For more information, visit the SCDNR Boater Education website.
Online Boat-ed.com Course
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, Rembert C. Dennis Building
1000 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 29201
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Next Week’s Happenings on Charlotte Harbor, Punta Gorda, FL, March 18 – 24, 2019
There is always plenty to do around Charlotte Harbor, especially in the Spring. Whether you are moored in Punta Gorda’s mooring field or berthed at Fishermen’s Village Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, you will enjoy your visit to beautiful Charlotte Harbor, where Punta Gorda, also A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, lies on Western Florida’s Charlotte Harbor/Peace River.
NEXT WEEK’S HAPPENINGS!
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Click for website • Attractions Reference (updated 3-14-19Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor & Convention Bureau
1700 Tamiami Tr., Unit G2
Port Charlotte, FL
941.743.1900Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of the Punta Gorda Waterfront
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The Lowdown on Bilge Pumps by Sonny Reeves
Our thanks to experienced cruiser and technician, Sonny Reeves, for this excellent tutorial on bilge pumps and bilge pump repair. Literally, a Cruiser Helping Cruisers keep our bilges dry!
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Blue Water Angels in Formation
Blue Water Angels in formation by Winston Fowler.
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- Reply to Paul
They have their own GPS.
Good shot Win!
Paul (Bens room mate 🙂
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