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    • Oct 28, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Bahamas Chatter: Gulfstream navigation

      Explorer Chartbooks, A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET PARTNER, has long been the standard navigational supplement for enjoyable, informative, and safe cruising through the beautiful Bahamian waters and island visits.

      Bahamas Chatter: Gulfstream navigation
      Gulfstream navigation
      Posted: 27 Oct 2016 04:22 AM PDT
      While not a navigation school, the Coconut Grove Sailing Club, in Coconut Grove Florida does offer informational sessions as we prepare for our annual “Adventure Rendezvous” which will be coming up in the spring of 2017. We generally have sessions that address Gulf Stream navigation, vessel preparation and safety, local knowledge – customs etc. In the past we have circumnavigated the Florida Keys, gone to Bimini, and the Abacos. For spring of 2017 we are considering the Exumas or Cuba. Please contact lauren simpson at manager@cgsc.org and ask to be put on our cruising and rendezvous email list for future invites to meetings.

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    • Oct 27, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.0877,-80.93219999

      Depth Report from Fields Cut, AICW Problem Stretch Mile 575


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      Northern Fields Cut is always an area to approach cautiously and at mid to high tide. Our thanks to Captain Hospodar for this update.

      My wife Pat and I traveled through Fields Cut on 10/26/16 one hour after low water favoring the outside of each curve and found no less than 12 feet of water from the Wright River to the Savannah River.
      Captain George Hospodar

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s “AICW Problem Stretches” Listing For Northern Fields Cut

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To This AICW Problem Stretch

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    • Oct 27, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment 33.0775,-79.45929999

      Report from Problem Stretch south of McClellanville, AICW Statute Miles 430-433


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      The waterway south of McClellanville has been shoaling for years and as this LNM reports: /159671. Even with Captain Hospodar’s favorable experience, SSECN still recommends mid to high tide for passage through this section.

      My wife Pat and I traveled from Mile 430 to 435 on 10/24/16 one hour after low water, staying in the middle we found no less than 6 feet of water throughout the area.
      Captain George Hospodar

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s “AICW Problem Stretches” Listing For McClellanville

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To This AICW Problem Stretch

      Comments from Cruisers (1)

      1. Dave Boxmeyer -  November 18, 2016 - 6:38 pm

        I agree with George, we came through here yesterday at dead low tide and found no less than 5 foot of water under the boat. We draw 3 1/2 feet. The larger problem are the crab traps. They are everywhere, shore to shore and the channel is no exception. Took us a lot of “S” turns, but we managed to miss them all. You have to really pay attention to the depth finder and out the window in this stretch.

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    • Oct 27, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.5146,-80.4969999

      Depth Report from Ashepoo-Coosaw Cutoff, AICW Problem Stretch Mile 517


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      Our thanks to Captain Hospodar for this report which is good news for all 5ft+ keels through this Problem Stretch. However, last year, depths of less than 5ft were reported via ARGUS readings at the south end of the Cut. Tidal range is 5-7ft here and is certainly a factor in deciding to take the Cutoff or use the longer alternate route, see /?p=141157. Be sure to click the ARGUS option at the top of the ChartView page.

      My wife Pat and I traveled through the Ashepoo Coosaw Cutoff into the Coosaw River on 10/25/16 one hour and 40 minutes after low water, staying wide of G “177” then traveling through the middle of the waterway and then slightly favoring the northwestern side of the channel between R “184” and G “185”, we found no less than 7 ½ feet of water throughout the area.
      Captain George Hospodar

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s “AICW Problem Stretches” Listing For the AICW/Ashepoo Coosaw Cutoff Problem Stretch

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To This AICW Problem Stretch

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    • Oct 27, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment

      Bahamas Chatter: Looking for a Navigation School

      Following Hurricane Matthew, it is so good to get more news from our friends in the Bahamas via Explorer Chartbooks – long the standard navigational supplement for enjoyable, informative, and safe cruising through the beautiful Bahamian waters and island visits – and we are delighted that they have survived Matthew. Explorer Chartbooks is A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET PARTNER!

      Bahamas Chatter: Looking for a Navigation School
      Looking for a Navigation School
      Posted: 26 Oct 2016 04:22 AM PDT
      I am looking for a school to learn basic navigation, especially reading charts, my goal is to get a boat and cross from Florida to the Bahamas Islands, starting with Bimini and eventually Grand Bahama and then Nassau.

      If there a school that offers basic navigation, I don’t want to do all self studies, I have questions and need answers.

      Comments from Cruisers (1)

      1. Andy Sonis -  October 28, 2016 - 2:21 pm

        Would start with your local US Power Squadron.

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    • Oct 26, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Bahamas Chatter: ABM reports most marinas open

      Following Hurricane Matthew, it is so good to get more news from our friends in the Bahamas via Explorer Chartbooks – long the standard navigational supplement for enjoyable, informative, and safe cruising through the beautiful Bahamian waters and island visits – and we are delighted that they have survived Matthew. Explorer Chartbooks is A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET PARTNER!

      Bahamas Chatter: ABM reports most marinas open
      ABM reports most marinas open
      Posted: 25 Oct 2016 04:44 AM PDT
      The 47 marina and allied members of the Association of Bahamas Marinas are open for business and are anticipating a busy winter season, almost all members having experienced no significant damage during the recent hurricane Matthew, according to ABM president Stephen Kappeler.

      ABM members were reporting full restoration of power and water to their docks and resorts within a day or two of the hurricane, the small eye of which traveled over the Exumas, Nassau, Chub Cay and Grand Bahama Island. All the Exuma marinas including Highbourne Cay and The Marina at Emerald Bay (Sandals) reported no or slight damage with Safe Harbour at Cave Cay soon to repair two damaged docks and fully operational with other docks.

      In Nassau and Paradise Island, all marinas escaped unscathed. In the harbour, Bay Street Marina and Nassau Yacht Haven reported no damage and are fully functional. Palm Cay on the southeast coast of New Providence only had a couple of channel markers misplaced while marinas at Lyford Cay and Albany were undamaged. Albany chose to close temporarily to cleanup foliage and make the luxury estate pristine.

      In Grand Bahama, Old Bahama Bay & Yacht Harbour is open for business, waiting to be reconnected with power soon. Bradford Marine in Freeport Harbour is up and running with restored power for its dry dock, travel lift and all its repair services. Port Lucaya Marina is open for yachts, having reported a few vessels underwater while Grand Bahama Yacht Club’s clubhouse and docks are fine. On Friday October 21, power and internet returned to Port Lucaya Marina and the power company expects Grand Bahama Yacht Club to have power by Saturday. (From an article in thebahamasweekly.com)  

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    • Oct 23, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment 30.4009,-86.60079999

      Question re Height of Fort Walton Beach Bridge, NGICW Statute Mile 223


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      If you have local knowledge of the air clearance extremes at this bridge, let us hear from you. With a charted clearance of 50ft, but noted as 48ft, Brooks – Fort Walton Beach Bridge – crosses the Northern Gulf ICW at Statute Mile 223 – west of the Waterways exodus from Choctawhatchee Bay and unlighted daybeacon #4A.

      What height sailboat can pass under this bridge? Ours is 47.5 feet from the waterline to the top of the mast. Info says if 48 or higher you will not pass under. Is this measured at high or low tide?

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Northern Gulf Bridge Directory Listing For Fort Walton Beach Bridge

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Fort Walton Beach Bridge

      Comments from Cruisers (1)

      1. Steve Delacroix -  October 30, 2016 - 9:44 pm

        Charted bridge clearances are measured in tidal waters at mean high water. You will have another foot or two depending on moon phase and wind direction as well as tidal state available in the tide tables. North and west winds lower and south and east winds raise charted tides.

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    • Oct 21, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Coast Guard Rescue West of St. Petersburg, FL

      ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.— The Coast Guard rescued two boaters Thursday after their boat took on water 12 miles west of Egmont Key.
      Watch standers from Coast Guard Sector St. Petersburg received a mayday call at 6:03 p.m. via VHF-FM marine band radio channel 16. A man stated his 21-foot boat was taking on water due to a 2-foot crack in the hull and was in need of emergency assistance.

      CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS AND FULL REPORT

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    • Oct 21, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment

      NC AICW is Open to Cruising Vessels

      To put to rest the rumors, the AICW, from the VA-NC state line to New River Inlet, is closed to vessels exceeding 500 gross tons. Otherwise, the Waterway is open to all normal recreational vessels.

      Boaters are reminded that nav aids may be off-station and that new shoaling may have occurred. Boaters are also warning to watch for water-borne hazards, particularly submerged or partially submerged objects.

      Hazards should be reported immediately to the Coast Guard at 910-343-3880.

      4:00PM Everything is open Norfolk south!  [Only as far as Socastee Bridge, see /160452]
      Terri Mann

      10/20 All bridges and locks from Norfolk to Oriental are operational on Va Cut. Water is high with only the occasional deadheads to avoid. No problems encountered. Able to maintain safe cruising speed.
      SV Kestrel

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      1. Jackie Rosholt -  October 15, 2016 - 12:16 pm

        The visitor center at Dismal Swamp reports the canal remains closed and there is no estimate when it might reopen as of 10/15/2016.

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    • Oct 20, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      SSECN Cap Winners, AGLCA Rendezvous, Joe Wheeler State Park

      David and Kim Witt were the fortunate winners in a drawing for a SSECN Cruising Cap at America’s Great Loop Cruisers’ Association at their annual Fall Rendezvous being held at Joe Wheeler State Park in Rogersville, AL October 17-20, 2016.

      Loopers David and Kim Witt

      David and Kim Witt

      Curtis Hoff and Winston Fowler, SSECN Team Members

      Curtis Hoff and Winston Fowler, SSECN Team Members

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    • Oct 19, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 33.9171,-78.02819999

      Weather and Navigation Briefs at the Dock, Southport Marina, AICW Statute Mile 309.5


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      Once again Carolina Yacht Service, Zimmerman Marine and Southport Marina, A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, are teaming up to offer FREE weather and navigation daily briefings for the Fall Migration. A big thank you to these hard-working folks!

      Weather and Navigation Briefs at the Southport Marina Dock for Fall 2016
      Announcement
      Back by popular demand! Celebrating our third year offering this free, one of a kind service.
      Headed south through Southport, NC this fall? The two things we hear most in discussions amongst cruisers are concerns for coastal weather, winds and seas and navigation issues on the ICW. Well Southport Marina, in historic Southport NC, decided to do something about it.
      Teaming with Carolina Yacht Care (cYc) and Zimmerman Marine, Southport Marina invites you to join them during the Fall 2016 transient season for daily “Weather and Navigation Briefs on the Dock” – geared towards transiting boaters.
      These informal discussions are an opportunity for you to join fellow cruisers at the end of the day for a presentation and interactive discussion on weather and navigation issues for the next leg of your journey.
      Retired US Navy meteorologist, cruising sailor and owner of Carolina Yacht Care – Hank Pomeranz, hosts the daily discussions. Hank will review the current National Weather Service advisories, watches and warnings, analyses and forecast charts and discuss the resultant forecasts for winds and seas, precipitation, temperatures, fog and severe weather potential for the Carolina coast north of Southport.
      On the ICW navigation side, Hank will draw from the US Army Corps of Engineers surveys, USCG Notices to Mariners, recent fellow cruiser postings in cooperation with Salty Southeast Cruiser’s Net, The Waterway Guide, ActiveCaptain and local knowledge.
      And, you won’t have to memorize everything presented. They’ll have handouts you can take back to your boat and review at your leisure.
      Briefings will be held daily at 6PM through 15 December 2016 at the marina docks.
      Daily “Weather and Navigation Briefs at the Dock”: yet another great reason to stop and stay with us at Southport Marina.

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s North Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Southport Marina

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Southport Marina

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    • Oct 18, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      GA DNR Hearing on Private Docks, October 27, Brunswick, GA

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      DNR to Host Public Hearing on Proposed Rule for Coastal Private Docks
      Brunswick, GA (Oct 18, 2016) – The Georgia Department of Natural Resources has announced the rescheduled public hearing for proposed new rules for private recreational docks. The public hearing, rescheduled due to Hurricane Matthew, will be held in Brunswick on October 27, 2016 at 6:00 PM.

      The proposed new rule would codify standards and conditions for issuance of a revocable license authorizing construction, maintenance, or modification of private recreational docks located over state-owned tidal water bottoms. The proposed new rule would also provide penalties for non-compliance with these standards and conditions.

      “The Department of Natural Resources is responsible for insuring that private docks in coastal areas are built in a manner that balances environmental impact with access to tidal waterways for recreation such as boating and fishing,” explained Spud Woodward, director of the Coastal Resources Division of DNR. “The proposed rule will formalize in state law the same standards for dock size and configuration that have been required in federal law since 2012. Harmonizing state and federal law will eliminate confusion in the regulated community and strengthen the ability of DNR to resolve situations when docks are built knowingly and willfully in the wrong location or in the wrong manner.”

      The public hearing on the proposed rule will be held in Brunswick at the Georgia DNR Coastal Regional Headquarters campus in the Susan Shipman Environmental Learning Center on Thursday, October 27, 2016 at 6:00 PM.

      Written public comment will be received through Monday, November 07, 2016. Comments should be legible, concise and limited to the proposed rule change. Following the comment period, the Board of Natural Resources will consider the proposed rule on December 13, 2016 at 9:00 AM at the Lake Blackshear Resort, 2459-H U.S. Highway 280 West, Cordele, Georgia.

      Mail or email comments to:Doug Haymans, Coastal Resources Division, One Conservation Way, Brunswick, GA 31520; email: doug.haymans@dnr.ga.gov

      Additional information is available at www.CoastalGaDNR.org “News and Notices.”

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