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    • Oct 30, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 31.3127,-81.35139999

      Healy Report: Altamaha River, AICW Statute Miles 656-660


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      The southbound Waterway passes through Little Mud River, crosses the Altamaha River to reach Buttermilk Sound via a twisting, often narrow and shallow channel. Cruisers’ Net thanks Jim and Peg Healy for this on-site report.

      Sanctuary and crew transited southbound through the Little Mud River, GA, see /167922 and the Altamaha River, GA, on 10/29/2017 between 08h00 and 08H50, about 2 to 1-1/2 hours before low (10h22, Ayetides app).

      1. Altamaha River – There is a marsh island in the ALtamaha River that extends from about R”202″ through R”208.” The ICW channel passes to the south of that island. The ICW channel-side of the island is shoaling. We transited mid-channel with the tide at Wolf Island, GA, reporting +2.6 ft. Southbound between R”206″ and R”204,” we saw one sandpile where our depth sounder reported 5.6′. So, 5.6-2.6=3,0 ft at MLLW. The remained of the run was 8.0 ft or more, about what we saw in the Little Mud River. Clearly, a developing hazard.

      2. Altamaha River – At R”208,” there is a shoal growing south from the south tip of the marsh island that extends well into the ICW channel. Jimmy was running a route mid-channel, not paying attention, and bumped. Bumped! Mid Channel! Dag nabit, I hate that! Tide for Wolf Island, GA, was +2.5 ft. We draw 4.3 ft, so that shoal is 4.3-2.5=1.8 ft at MLLW. Strongly favor green here (outside radius of a turn), but certainly, stay well clear of R”208.”

      Jim

      Peg and Jim Healy aboard Sanctuary, currently at Rock Creek, Pasadena, MD
      http://gilwellbear.wordpress.com
      Monk 36 Hull #132
      MMSI #367042570

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    • Oct 30, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 31.3522,-81.33159999

      Healy Report: Little Mud River Problem Stretch , AICW Statute Mile 655


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      Little Mud River, where shoaling was reported as recently as September, is almost universally acknowledged to be the worst section of the entire Waterway from Norfolk to Miami. Cruisers’ Net is grateful to experienced cruisers, Jim and Peg Healy, for this report. Cruisers’ Net continues to recommend navigating this stretch at mid to high tide only.

      Sanctuary and crew transited southbound through the Little Mud River, GA, and the Altamaha River, GA, see /167923 on 10/29/2017 between 08h00 and 08H50, about 2 to 1-1/2 hours before low (10h22, Ayetides app).

      Little Mud River – We entered the Little Mud River at 08h02 with the tide station at Rockdedundy Creek reporting +3.2 feet. Our depth sounder reported not less than 8.0 ft, so the control depth for the Little Mud River would be 8.0-3.2=4.8 feet at MLLW, less on a celestial low. Favor the outside radius of the curves of the Little Mud River for best depths.

      Jim

      Peg and Jim Healy aboard Sanctuary, currently at Rock Creek, Pasadena, MD
      Monk 36 Hull #132
      MMSI #367042570
      AGLCA #3767
      MTOA #3436

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

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    • Oct 29, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment 31.86,-81.08359999

      Healy Report: Hell Gate Problem Stretch, AICW Statute Mile 602


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      The Waterway follows the narrow, man-made canal known as Hell Gate between the Vernon and Ogeechee Rivers. These waters have been an AICW Problem Stretch for years. See /165309 for a June ’17 report. Due to constantly shifting channel, Cruisers’ Net continues to recommend mid to high tide for this passage. Our thanks for this report from experienced cruiser, Jim Healy.

      Sanctuary and crew transited Hell Gate (A-ICW, Georgia, MM 600) 10/28/2017, southbound, at 11h00, +3.4 ft on the tide (Ayetides app, Egg Islands Station). Passing G”89″ at a distance of about 30 feet, we saw 5.5 feet of water.
      Passing R”90″ at a distance of about 15 feet, we saw about 5 feet of water. Not good. The control depth of Hell Gate at MLLW is 5.0 – 3.4 = 1.6 feet. We may have been slightly too close to R”90,” but in any case, no more than about 2 feet of water at low tide, less for celestial lows.

      Jim

      Peg and Jim Healy aboard Sanctuary, currently at Rock Creek, Pasadena, MD
      http://gilwellbear.wordpress.com
      Monk 36 Hull #132
      MMSI #367042570
      AGLCA #3767
      MTOA #3436

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

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

      Comments from Cruisers (1)

      1. Tom Hale -  October 29, 2017 - 10:26 am

        Hi Jim,
        Thank you for the update on Hell Gate. The shoaling at G89 has been the worst place on HellGate for at least the past 4 years.
        I learned the hard way to stay away from G9. I now have two waypoints which have given me better water.
        Southbound I stay more or less mid channel to a waypoint 31 51.721 N, and 081 05.008 W. This places you about 300 feet northwest of G 89 before I turn to the south. I then stay about 150 feet west of G 89 to 31 35.677 N and 081 05.017 W. These points are based on 7 tracks through here over the past 3 years. There is no doubt that this is very shallow, but it does pay to stay north of G89 before you turn, and then stay well west of it as you head down the southern section.
        Cheers,
        Tom
        Southport NC
        Southbound on the ICW

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    • Oct 29, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Bahamas Chatter: “New Fuel and Dockage Survey 10/28/17” plus 1 more

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      Bahamas Chatter: “New Fuel and Dockage Survey 10/28/17” plus 1 more
      New Fuel and Dockage Survey 10/28/17
      Posted: 28 Oct 2017 09:09 AM PDT
      We just completed a survey of most of the marinas offering fuel and dockage in the Bahamas. Some we were unable to contact at the present time. More diesel and gas prices were up than down.

      Please go to our website www.explorercharts.com under Fuel and Dockage Prices to check our latest findings. We will be updating continuously as we get new information.

      Fuel prices
      Posted: 28 Oct 2017 04:38 AM PDT
      I only have a smartphone which limits my abilities on line.

      Can anyone tell me how to get the current fuel prices? I go to home page and can’t find.

      Thank you

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    • Oct 28, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Welcome New Sponsor: GoChesapeake

      Cruisers’ Net is pleased to be partnering with GoChesapeake.net to assist cruisers who are voyaging south or north via the Waterway through Virgina. Welcome GoChesapeake!

       
      GoChesapeake provides concierge services to the more than 12,000 yacht owners and captains that travel through the Chesapeake Locks each year. Their team of guest service professionals is dedicated to providing the ultimate personalized, professional concierge services available. Skippers using GoChesapeake‘s specialized services will get customized advice and insider access to exclusive benefits in the region — all with the finest attention to detail. The goal of GoChesapeake is to make your visit memorable and uniquely yours. Cruisers’ Net is pleased to link our readers with the customized services of GoChesapeake, with their finest attention to detail. Whether you are in the area for a few hours or several weeks, GoChesapeake can assist with a wide range of services: arrange spa treatments, golf outings, a gourmet on-board culinary experience or an excursion — connecting you with everything the region has to offer.

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    • Oct 28, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Bahamas Chatter: West end customs

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      Bahamas Chatter: West end customs
      West end customs
      Posted: 27 Oct 2017 04:33 AM PDT
      I saw the post about west end, but they are a year old.

      Is west end custom/check in open?

      Anyone heading there next month?

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    • Oct 27, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Pumpout System Repaired, Panama City Marina, Panama City, FL, GICW Statute Mile 290

      This is one of those housekeeping postings that you will be glad to read. The pumpout system at Panama City Marina, A CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, has been inoperable since July, but is now repaired. Residents, transients and staff are relieved (pun intended) !

      Our Pumpout is now working!!! Yahoo.
      Diana Pieper

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    • Oct 26, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.0877,-80.93219999

      Healy Report: Fields Cut, AICW Problem Stretch Mile 575


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      Fields Cut is always an area to approach cautiously and at mid to high tide. Our thanks to experienced cruiser Jim Healy for his observations and advice. See /163492 for more comments on markers in Fields Cut.

      As of 10/24/2017 at 11h00, tide +6.0 ft, we saw 13.5 ft between the North entrance to Field’s Cut and G”47,” so about 7.5 ft at MLW. The entrance itself was 18 ft. R”48A” continues to appear off-station to the east, but HONOR FLOATING RED R”48A.” Pass east of R”48A.” Except for these two sandpiles, the rest of the cut was not a problem.

      FOLLOW THE OUTSIDE RADIUS OF ALL BENDS!

      The south entrance of Fields Cut was 13.5 feet at +6.0 on the tide, so 7.5 feet at MLW.

      Southbound, watch for strong cross-currents at the mouth of the Savannah River.

      Jim

      Peg and Jim Healy aboard Sanctuary, currently at Rock Creek, Pasadena, MD
      http://gilwellbear.wordpress.com
      Monk 36 Hull #132
      MMSI #367042570
      AGLCA #3767
      MTOA #3436

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

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    • Oct 26, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      USCG: Vessel Removal Begins in Miami-Dade County


      MIAMI — State and federal responders are scheduled to begin vessel removal operations in Miami-Dade County Thursday as part of ongoing response efforts following Hurricane Irma.

      Damaged vessels being removed will be stored at two newly established locations: Watson Island Marina and the Seminole Boat Ramp.

      CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL REPORT

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    • Oct 26, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Bahamas Chatter: Ocean Reef Yacht Club inlet channel..aka..Silver Cove Inlet

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      Bahamas Chatter: Ocean Reef Yacht Club inlet channel..aka..Silver Cove Inlet
      Ocean Reef Yacht Club inlet channel..aka..Silver Cove Inlet
      Posted: 25 Oct 2017 04:28 AM PDT
      Has anyone been in or out of the above channel, recently, that has a 6 foot draft? There was some serious silting for Matthew, and some more added from Irma and Harvey, due to high winds. Some dredging has been done…aka…attempted with backhoes from shore, but unable to reach all the way across. Anyone have some input. I know that a draft of around 4.5 to 5.o feet, at high water can be carried in, but, just wondering about 6.0 and above…thanks…

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    • Oct 25, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment 29.892,-81.30859999

      St. Augustine Municipal Marina has Re-Opened, AICW Statute Mile 778


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      According to their answering recording, the City Marina has re-opened after being severely damaged by Hurricane Irma and is accepting transients. The marina has no fuel at this point, but the marina is staffed 24/7, has ice and the dinghy dock is open. Call ahead, 904-825-1026 to request services or make a reservation.

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s Eastern Florida Marina Directory Listing For St. Augustine City Marina

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of St. Augustine City Marina

      Comments from Cruisers (1)

      1. Vicki Latham -  November 19, 2017 - 9:38 am

        This is a message I got from a boater friend who went through St. Augustine several weeks ago:

        Marina is open. Some docks destroyed. Some moorings not usable. I stayed there on a mooring and it was fine. They won’t rent the bad ones. Launch runs to 6 PM. I used my dinghy. There is s dinghy Dock.
        Vicki

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    • Oct 21, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy 3 Comments 34.5502,-77.34949999

      Sherer Updates New River Inlet/AICW Intersection, Problem Stretch, Statute Mile 247


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      As Robert Sherer reminds us, shoaling and groundings are always possible in the constantly shifting sands of the New River Inlet/AICW Intersection area. See  /165669 for a July report from this Problem Stretch.  Thank you, Bob, for sharing your expertise.

      The “Dip Route” for New River to avoid shoaling on the ICW in the spring is no longer valid. Shoaling has occurred on that route too. See survey below:

      A GPX route is available at BNewRiver10202017

      I took the old “Dip Route” today and ran into the shoaling pictured above near R74. I got into 5 ft of water at low tide so I can attest to it being there. I only draw 4 ‘ 9” so I was okay.
      Bob Sherer

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s “AICW Problem Stretches” Listing For New River/New River Inlet

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      Comments from Cruisers (3)

      1. Tom Hale -  October 28, 2017 - 6:05 pm

        New River Inlet Crossing – Heading south, probably the first navigational challenge you will meet is at New River. There is a shoal which has grown into the ICW at R72A. Two days ago (October,26), we were the tail end of a long line of boats who cleared Onslow Bridge at the 1:00 opening and headed NW after rounding Craig Point. In the leading pack of boats were a few motor yachts and trawlers. I mention this as a warning. This whole pack headed straight down the ICW as shown on the charts, passing to the east of a 38-foot sailboat hard aground in the ICW near R72A. This shoal is not new, having been a real headache for many boats on the northbound trip last spring. At half tide or more you can pass through here on the old channel. The preferred channel is a dip to the southwest as you get to R72. See attached picture. As luck would have it we were all passing through here at about high tide. At low tide this could have been a problem. There are several Active Captain commenters who have described this transit and provided waypoints.
        We led two sailboats who did not know about this problem area in advance.

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      2. Vicki Latham -  October 26, 2017 - 1:24 pm

        Also, I’m told that New River Inlet is a mess with shoaling and should not pass less than mid tide.
        Vicki

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      3. Bob423 -  October 21, 2017 - 4:39 pm

        Let me clarify, the first half of the dip route when heading south is fine. It’s the last waypoint that had a problem where it ended in an area now shoaled to 5 ft MLW. The referenced GPX route just follows the ACOE waypoints from the new survey.

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