USACE Hydrographic Surveys by Robert Sherer
This link to US surveys is posted by author/cruiser, Robert Sherer, on Bob423.
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Boat Goats and Good Words for Osprey Marina, AICW Statute Mile 373
A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, popular Osprey Marina is at mile marker 373 on the Intracoastal Waterway south of Myrtle Beach, SC. Thankfully, Osprey Marina has almost completely recovered from the damages of hurricane Florence. Our thanks to Timothy Gaffney for these kind words and to Tricia Beck True for the photo as posted on B0b423.
Boat Goats Photo by Tricia Beck True
We left Osprey last Thursday and the goats had just finished trimming the bushes by the office.
Fantastic Marina! They really took great care of our boat before, during and after Flooding Florence.
Timothy GaffneyClick Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Osprey Marina
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Report from Hell Gate, Problem Stretch, AICW Statute Mile 602
Our thanks to Lori Rackliffe for this report on the notorious Hell Gate Problem Stretch where the Waterway follows the narrow, man-made canal between the Vernon and Ogeechee Rivers. As posted on Bob423.
Hell Gate- MM601. Georgia
We transited at 9:30 Tuesday Oct 23,2018. With 6.7’ of tide assist. High at 7:43,8.2’ above datum.
Using Navionics Sonar Chart we stayed centered, no hugging or favoring.
The least depth recorded was 10.9’ just before G91. Directly off G91 we saw 12.6’. Off R90-13.2’
Lori Rackliffe
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Sherer Report: Brickyard Creek and Northern Fields Cut, SC AICW Statute Miles 530 and 574
Robert Sherer is responding to the request for local knowledge from Brig Burgess on Bob423. The Waterway immediately west of the loop of Brickyard Creek is a short narrow channel north of Beaufort. Fields Cut, at both north and south ends, is notorious for shoaling and shifting channels. Cruisers Net recommends mid to high tide for both.
We are running inside tomorrow Beaufort Sc to mp 614. Looks like a few skinny cuts. Any updates through this run or tracks to download? I did not see any routes on Aqua Maps? Tide will be low when I get to some of the locations?
Brig BurgessTwo major problems: Brickyard Creek and Fields Cut. Both are easily navigated if you take the right track.
Check Waterway Guide Alerts for both. The alerts provide detailed info on how to navigate safely.Aqua Map has Alert symbols for both areas, tap on the Alert and a popup will show you the way. Fields Cut has a GPX route you can download.
Here’s an example of the view in Aqua Map showing the Alert icon to tap on.
Northern Fields Cut
Brickyard Creek
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Healy Report: Southport, NC to Socastee, SC, AICW Statute Miles 309-371
Experienced cruisers, Jim and Peg Healy, continue to generously share their observations and advice as they make their way south for the winter, making good time with this 62 mile leg. Thank you Jim and Peg!
Today is Monday, 10/22/2018. Sanctuary and crew departed Southport at 06h40, traveled tp Socastee, and arrived at 15h30.
We arrived at Lockwood’s Folly at 08h15, where the tide was +3.84 ft, falling, from a 4.5 ft high. I had programmed a route through the Folly using the waypoints provided by Hank Pomeranz. The route is perfect, and I recommend it to others. The least water we saw was crossing the bar between waypoint1 and waypoint2 at 9.5, so (9.5-3.8)=5.67 ft MLW. The marker are in the correct places, and without the autopilot, simply follow the markers. There is a strong ebb current in the area, and it is easy to get set off the planned line. Following is a screenshot of the affair:
Shallotte’s Inlet was unremarkable. One green marker has been moved toward the red side, but simple follow the markers in the water for safe passage.We found a very strong ahead current from the Calabash Crossroads all the way to Socastee. That is obviously stronger for the huge volume of water still draining from that local watershed. There was virtually no flotsam in the waterway. The Socastee Swing Bridge was operating, but at dramatocally slower speed than normal. The bridge tender said the bridge was in “maintenance mode.” Not sure what the implications are, but it took a long time for the bridge to swing open, and it was still swinging closed when we rounded the bend and couldn’t see it any more.
Cruisers should transit the area above the Socastee Swing Bridge at “slow speed, minimum wake.” The staining on the trees and buildings is heart breaking. The older homes built on ground slabs have staining above the level of the bottoms of their living room windows and half way up their garage doors.. Certainly, many homes are uninhabitable today, and it will take months for these folks to recover. Many docks are damaged or destroyed. Cruisers must ensure that their wakes do not add to their already severe difficulties.
Jim
Peg and Jim Healy aboard Sanctuary, currently at Charlotte Harbor, Punta Gorda, FL
Monk 36 Hull #132
MMSI #367042570
AGLCA #3767
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Praise for Windmill Harbour Marina, Hilton Head Island, AICW Statute Mile 558
Windmill Harbour Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is located on Skull Creek, on the shores of Hilton Head Island. Our thanks to David and Jacquelyn for sharing these beautiful sunset photos from their delightful blog. Thanks to Timothy Gaffney for these good words posted on Bob423.
We are enjoying one of the nicest Marinas: Windmill Harbour on Hilton Head. They have their own lock!
Later this week we are headed south and I’d like any recent knowledge on Hells Gate near mile marker 601.
We crossed it in April with no issues at Mid tide. I’m embarrassed to say I’m having trouble finding the tidal location. Thanks
Timothy GaffneyClick Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Windmill Harbour Marina
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Deadhead, Pasquatank River, AICW Alternate Route Mile 62
This deadhead is off Bluff Point on the southwest side of the Waterway’s Dismal Swamp route through the Pasquatank River south of Elizabeth City, NC. As posted by John and Donna Bedell on Bob423.
Socially Sea Cured just passed a dead head right off of green marker number 3 off Bluff Point heading from Elizabeth City towards the Albemarle. it was sticking maybe a foot out of the water but when it was directly in line with the sun it was almost impossible to see it.
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Pomeranz Report: Dredging Underway in Dawho River, AICW Statute Mile 480-518
This dredging is welcome news as Cruisers Net has had reports of shallow water encountered near the eastern end of the Waterway’s passage through South Carolina’s Dawho River between the North and South Edisto Rivers. Our thanks to Hank Pomeranz of Carolina Yacht Care for this report and passing advice.
I just spoke with Goodloe Marine who is currently dredging portions of the ICW between MM 480 – 518. They are currently dredging in the Dawho River just south of the N. Edisto River between G111 and G117 at around MM 497. The dredge is Tenacious and should be hailed by name on Ch 16. Currently, pass the dredge on the red side as the pipeline is on the green side. This may change so always pass on the diamonds as usual. Tenacious should be on station for another couple of weeks.
HankSee also Sherer Report on the Dawho River
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“Lighting of The Village” November 17, 2018, Fishermen’s Village, Charlotte Harbor, Punta Gorda, FL
There is always much to do around Charlotte Harbor and the “Lighting of the Village” is the perfect way to begin the Holiday season! 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.
Punta Gorda, FL—Fishermen’s Village will herald in the Holiday Season with a spectacular “Lighting of the Village” Saturday, November 17. This celebration is the official kick off of the annual “FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS”, a display of more than ONE MILLION LIGHTS and themed decorations. Local residents and visitors will enjoy beautiful traditional themed holiday décor and lights both inside and outside Fishermen’s Village
Lighting of the Village Press Release Nov 2018
Kathy Burnam
Marketing/Events Manager
Fishermen’s Village
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Post Michael Report from Northern Gulf GIWW, Destin FL
Destin is on the southern shore of Chocktawhatchee Bay east of Fort Walton. Our thanks to AGLCA Forum friends, Scott and KC Calkin, for sharing this report.
Spoke to Mel and Ann last night. They are at Dog Is. and leave for Steinhatche in am. He reports ICW totally cleared open from Destin east. All nav aids in place. NO debris. Ashore–devastation. Marinas? Pan. City, Port St. Joe and Appalach grim. Fuel–Destin, Sandestin, Carrabelle.
Scott & KC Calkin
Jet Stream
466 Carver MY
Gold looper going for Platinum
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