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    • Oct 18, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy 2 Comments 33.0775,-79.45929999

      Reminder: Shallow Water in Problem Stretch south of McClellanville, AICW Statute Miles 430-433


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      The waterway south of McClellanville all the way to the Ben Sawyer Bridge has been shoaling for years and we thank Charles Ridley for this reminder warning. SSECN still recommends mid to high tide for passage through this section and see /161140 for another problem with this area.

      Traveler 12-29-16. Left Isle of Palms for Harborwalk, Georgetown, SC. If almost 2 hours on either side of low, don’t go thru the stretch of about 10 miles south of McClellandville. If draw over about 2′ won’t make it.
      Charles Ridley

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

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To The Northern Portion of This AICW Problem Stretch

      Comments from Cruisers (2)

      1. George Hospodar -  October 18, 2017 - 11:49 am

        On 10/14/17, 1 1/2 hours after low water, my wife, Pat, and I traveled through Harbor River south of McClellanville and found no less that 6′ of water in the middle of the channel. The worst section was between Day Markers G “35” and R “42”.

        Captain George

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      2. Mike Cam -  March 8, 2017 - 10:52 am

        Tuesday 7 March 17 McLellanville R42 to G35 about 15min before mlw. Made it through by zig-zagging at 2-3kts searching for water. We draw 4ft but we have a 24ft beam so we need a very wide path.
        Mike Cam

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    • Oct 18, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment 34.5972,-77.24269999

      Sherer Report: Survey of Browns Inlet/AICW Intersection, Problem Stretch, Statute Mile 237


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      Thank you Bob and Ann Sherer, authors of 2017 ICW Cruising Guide, for sharing a survey from their popular blog, http://fleetwing.blogspot.com/. Last dredged in November of 2016, Browns Inlet is a perennial Problem Stretch and it is wise to follow the advice Cruisers’ Net has been giving for some time: follow the markers and do NOT follow the Magenta Line in this stretch of the ICW! See an April 2017 report.

      You guys probably already know this but a new survey of Brown’s Inlet came out 10/3 showing that you can’t just follow the ICW channel anymore through Browns Inlet. We’ll be doing some form of the “S” curve soon!

      I wouldn’t say that Brown’s Inlet is no problem. There’s a new survey as of Oct 3 that shows a lot of shoaling in the same pattern as previously.


      Looks like we have to do a “dip” away from the ocean, just like two years ago. At any rate, just following the ICW channel is not the best option. Look at G61A, that buoy will get you into trouble!


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

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

      Comments from Cruisers (1)

      1. George Hospodar -  October 18, 2017 - 11:29 am

        My wife, Pat, and I passed by Browns Inlet on the ICW on 10/10/2017, 2 1/2 hours after low water. Traveling down the middle of the marked channel, we found no less than 10 feet of water throughout the area.

        Captain George

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    • Oct 18, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      USCG Working to Mitigate Pollution from Displaced Vessels in Florida and the Keys


      Crews continue to mitigate pollution threats from vessels displaced by Hurricane Irma

      MIAMI — The Emergency Support Function 10 (ESF 10) Florida Unified Command continues making progress in its mission to mitigate pollution threats across Florida from vessels displaced by Hurricane Irma.
      Currently, 858 displaced vessels have been removed from Florida waterways. Many of the removed vessels are the result of vessel owners taking it upon themselves to remove their own boats.

      CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL REPORT

      See also http://www.flkeysnews.com/news/local/article179463476.html

      from FloridaKeysNews.com

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    • Oct 18, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 33.2581,-79.25949999

      Healy Report: Socastee to Isle of Palms, SC, AICW Statute Miles 410-457


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      Isle of Palms Marina is located on the east side of the Intracoastal Waterway, northeast of Charleston at Mile 456.5 and south of ICW Marker 116. 50 41st Avenue

      This leg of Jim and Peg Healy’s sojourn through South Carolina begins in the Waccamaw River, south to Winyah Bay, then turns west into Estherville Minim Creek and ends on Isle of Palms, home to CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, Isle of Palms Marina. Again, our sincere thanks to these very experienced cruisers for sharing their experiences and expertise with all of us.
      The southbound minimally marked entrance to Minim Creek from Winyah Bay requires careful lookout or you will pass it, especially on an outgoing tide. And as a sidebar on Minim Creek, see Minim Creek Ferry.

      Sanctuary and crew traveled south from Socastee, SC, on the Waccamaw, to Mt. Pleasant, SC, on Tuesday, 10/17/2017. Low tide in the region was early afternoon (13h30). The entrance to the Estherville-Minim Canal at Winyah Bay is very shoal for at least the first 1/2 mile. The Esterville-Minim Creek Canal and the Fourmile Creek Canal have both continued to shoal. We saw spots at 6-1/2 ft at 1/3 tide.

      We managed – poor planning – to arrive at McClellanville at dead low tide (10/17/2017, 13h51, +0.1 ft above MLLW). Our depth sounder transducer is 30” below the waterline, and it quits when it get’s to 2 to 2-1/2 ft above a soft bottom or weeds. Today, it quit. So, I don’t know how deep the water really is. What I do know is, Sanctuary draws 4-1/4 ft. What I learned for certain is, the bottom of the ICW around McClellanville is soft mud. I had slowed to just above idle, (never approach anything faster than you’d want to hit it). We never got stopped making way, but there were spots where I could feel the soft mud throwing the boat around. One of many times I really, really liked having a single engine boat with a prop and rudder protected by a beefy full keel. We never encountered anything hard; nothing that went “bump” along the hull. The stretch between G”35″ and R “48” is definitely the worst long stretch (4 miles) on the ICW at this point. Not bad when the tide is in, but 4 ft or less at low tide, and worse yet if celestial low tide. Southbound, check the tide station called “McClellanville, Jeremy Creek” before departing (or passing by) Georgetown. To stay clear of the McClellanville mud at MLLW, ditch out up above McClellanville and wait for a better tide if you’ll arrive at low and your boat draws more than 3 ft.

      Those who have done this stretch of South Carolina ICW in the past know there are some very impressive, long docks extending from shore. Many show signs of very significant storm damage. Several that had nice multi-deck sun shelters top were tipped over and lying in the water (well, lying in the mud at low tide). Many of the docks and access-ways had decking missing, we assume from waves and high water lapping at them from beneath. We saw sunken floats and many pilings askew. We did not see any flotsam, but I would definitely keep a sharp lookout throughout the region. Crab pot floats are everywhere. In fast currents, floats bob underwater. Be on the lookout…

      There has been generally more transient boat traffic than I expected this early in the season. Don’t know if that predicts more traffic later, or maybe they’ve all already come through, so slower later??? The big go-fast boats we’ve encountered have generally been gentlemen about passing, but it’s on you if you’re a slow boat to keep a sharp eye out astern for approaching, overtaking traffic.
      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 South Carolina Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Isle of Palms Marina

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

      For a complete list of Sponsoring Marinas along this route, go to SC SSECN Sponsoring Marinas

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    • Oct 18, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Bahamas Chatter: Submitting Bahamas Chatter posts via email

      Explorer Charts - the best charts for the Bahamas and Exumas

      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: Submitting Bahamas Chatter posts via email
      Submitting Bahamas Chatter posts via email
      Posted: 17 Oct 2017 06:55 AM PDT
      Hello cruisers!

      For those new to the group, we welcome your comments and posts! We offer two ways to post to accommodate your needs.

      1. Go directly to chatter.explorercharts.com and post or comment from the web.

      2. Cruisers can also comment directly from email. Once you subscribe to the group, please email info@explorercharts.com and request permission to post to Bahamas Chatter via email. Your forum membership will be changed to “author” status at which point you can post or comment directly by sending your message to chatter@explorercharts.com.

      Thanks for your participation in this great group of cruisers willing and ready to share ideas and experiences!

      Kate Fears

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    • Oct 18, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment 33.9061,-78.3859999

      Report from Shalotte Inlet Problem Stretch, AICW Statute Mile 330


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      The intersection of Shalotte Inlet and the Waterway has been an infamous Problem Stretch for years and we thank Philip Mullins for this report and observations.

      Follow markers very closely. Crossed at low tide and last green can in inlet was aground about 3/4 way though inlet. Made it by, but the shoal was visible as we passed.
      Phillip Mullins

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

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

      Comments from Cruisers (1)

      1. George Hospodar -  October 18, 2017 - 11:37 am

        On 10/12/17, 1 hour after low water my wife, Pat, and I passed by Shallotte Inlet on the ICW and found no less that 6′ of water following the marked channel.

        Captain George

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    • Oct 18, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy 6 Comments

      Marina Conditions and Updates

      As recovery from Irma begins, Cruisers’ Net will keep you posted on conditions from southeast marinas as received. This posting will be updated regularly.

      MARINAS and READERS, please submit condition reports directly to larry.dorminy@cruisersnet.net.

      Please note that a number of Florida marinas either are unable to answer the phone or have full message boxes.

      NOTE: Condition Reports are in as-received order.

      NORTH CAROLINA
      Port City–removed fuel docks because of dredging in front of marina–will be down for a couple of weeks or more
      Anchorage is evacuating because of hurricane/will be back in business probably Thursday 9/28/17
      Report from Bennett Brothers Yachts, Wilmington, NC

      SOUTH CAROLINA
      Moss Marina in the process of rebuilding docks. Call for availablity and fuel status.
      Charleston Maritime Center-pumps are now working but septic tank is down
      Port Royal Landing Marina, Port Royal, SC – fully operational – boaters invited to stop in, linger for a while and enjoy Port Royal.
      Report from Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
      Report from Harborwalk Marina, Georgetown, SC, AICW Statute Mile 403
      Report from Harbour Town Yacht Basin, Hilton Head Island, AICW Statute Mile 565
      Report from Isle of Palms Marina, AICW Statute Mile 457
      Report from City Marina, Ashley River, Charleston, SC
      Cooper River Marina, Charleston, is fully operational and open to transients

      GEORGIA
      Hampton River Marina is closed
      Sunbury Crab Company -still cleaning up after hurricane
      Isle of Hope Marina, GA, fully operational minimal impact.
      Morning Star Marina at Golden Isles, GA – spoke with marina director, they are taking precautions as they bring services back on line. Will be fully operational by Monday, Sept. 18th
      Jekyll Harbor Marina – Mangager Bill Weeks said no significant damage noted at this time, lots of flooding and wind debris..cleaning up and when the island opens later today (9-14-17) they hope to find themselves fully operational.
      The Blue Goose, St. Marys, GA
      Lang’s Marina, St. Marys, GA
      IRMA Photos from Lang’s Marina, St. Marys , GA
      Lang’s Marina East and West were virtually destroyed by IRMA. No docks and no services. Many boats in the marsh.

      EAST FLORIDA
      Loggerhead Marina at Jupiter–changed to Suntex Marina at Jupiter
      Loggerhead Marina at Vero Beach–changed to Suntex Marina at Vero Marina
      Loggerhead Marina at South Miami–changed to Suntex Marina of South Miami
      St. Johns River: Pier 44 is closed
      Post-Irma Report, Marineland Marina
      St. John’s Marina -pumps are down due to hurricane
      Palm Cove Marina is fully operational
      Westland Marina is fully operational
      Update on St. Augustine Municipal Marina and the city of SA. Courtesy of James H. Newsome
      St. Johns Marina– North side is down and pumps are down
      Vero Beach Municipal Marina is fully operational
      Palm Cove- not pumping fuel today-don’t know about the rest of the week
      Beach Marine-doesn’t have a lot of room for transients
      Marineland Marina has weathered the storm with no significant issues!
      St. Augustine Municipal Marina closed until further notice
      St. Augustine will be closed for 6 months
      Halifax–doesn’t have a lot of room for transients
      Coquina Marina (Daytona) is completely destroyed. Many boats with damage/sunken.
      Hammock Beach Marina with power, running water and no noticeable damage to any boats.
      Halifax Harbour with the floating docks and protection fared ok.
      Palm Cove Marina, Jacksonville, FL – no fuel, no ships store, but can help with dockage. Taking all precautions as they restore all services.
      Camachee Cove Yacht Harbor, St Augustine, FL – fully operational
      Marineland Marina, St Augustine – fully operational for transients
      Palm Coast Marina – Palm Coast FL – fully operational and fuel available too
      Titusville Municipal Marina – fully operational fuel, power, water..
      Report from Harbortown Marina, Merritt Island
      Fort Pierce City Marina
      The Yacht Group, Coral Gables, FL
      Old Port Cove Marinas, North Palm Beach
      Update from Old Port Cove Marinas, North Palm Beach
      Update from Martin County, Stuart, FL

      FLORIDA KEYS
      Marathon will be closed until December or longer
      Conch Harbor is opening by October 20th or 21st
      Plantation Yacht Harbor is closed until December
      Matheson-mailbox is full
      Gilberts is closed
      Snake Creek-no answer
      Postcard Inn-no answer
      Pilot House-no answer
      Panchos-not in service
      Seabird will reopen 10/12/17
      Matheson-only has diesel right now and hopefully will be up & running by the weekend
      Snake Creek-phone is dead
      Postcard Inn-phone is dead
      Garden Cove-no answer
      Fishbuster-no answer
      Bud & Mary’s-limited schedule/they will call back if you leave message
      Hawk’s Cay-has cancelled all reservations through 12/31/17-unsure of when they will reopen
      Key Colony-no answer
      Key Fisheries-no answer
      Burdines- IS OPEN NOW
      Seabird is Closed until Oct 5th or 11th
      Matheson-Mailbox is full
      Gilberts is Closed
      Marathon is Closed
      Pancho’s Fuel Dock-Mailbox is full
      Burdines Is Closed
      Key West Hopes to Re-Open for Fantasy Fest
      Bud N Mary’s Marina–CLOSED will open back up in October sometime
      Bud-N-Mary’s Marina of Islamorada, FL, suffered extensive damage to marinas docks.
      Hawk’s Cay Resort Marina–CLOSED
      Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages, Key Largo
      Founders Park and Plantation Yacht Harbor Marina Closed, Islamorada, FL

      OKEECHOBEE WATERWAY

      WEST FLORIDA
      C-Quarters Marina: We have been open since IRMA and Nate has left us unharmed.
      Beautiful panhandle location, jumping off spot for Steinhatchee and Tarpon Springs.
      Showers, laundry, wifi, diesel and 89 octane non-ethanol.
      Full ships store

      Naple’s City Dock-closed for renovations-should reopen the first of the year
      Moss is Closed
      Cape Harbour can’t pump fuel/some kind of legal issue
      A1 is open
      Calusa Island is open
      Maximo is having renovations on their docks/will be open in about 3 months
      Boca Grande Marina – OPEN – NO DAMAGE; Restaurant closed until October 5.
      South Seas Island Resort Marina –Closed until 9/20/17
      Calusa Island Marina–CLOSED
      Maximo-no fuel right now-doing renovations/be up and running in a month or so
      Moss Marina-Ft Myers Beach- Docks are gone. Gas dock is not operating. High and Dry buildings seem OK.
      Gulf Harbour had very little damage and power was restored this afternoon, 9/16.
      Tween Waters Marina said they are up and running /no damage
      Fishermen’s Village will re-open today, Thursday 9/14
      Update on City Facilities & Services, Gulfport, FL, Boca Ciega Bay
      Riviera Dunes/ they are up and running
      Pink Shell marina and the resort are fully operational.
      Manager of marina said Salty Sam’s Marina is also open.
      Legacy Harbor is up and running/open for business
      Twin Dolphin/ they came through fine/open for business
      Longboat Key Club Moorings
      Southwest Florida Yachts, Tarpon Point Marina, Cape Coral, FL

      NORTHERN GULF

      Panama City Marina/St. Andrews Marina
      Both city owned marinas in Panama City suffered NO damage and are welcoming transient guests at this time.
      Diana Pieper

      BAHAMAS
      Bahamas Chatter: Bimini Sands Marina to reopen on September 21st
      Bahamas Chatter: Irma Update for Ragged Island
      Bahamas Chatter: Most Bahamas marinas open
      Report from Staniel Cay, Turks and Caicos, Bahamas
      Report from Little Farmers Cay

      Comments from Cruisers (6)

      1. Steve -  October 6, 2017 - 5:08 pm

        Moss Marina in the process of rebuilding docks. Call for availablity and fuel status.

        Reply to Steve
      2. Chris Kelley -  September 30, 2017 - 8:37 am

        Marineland Marina is fully operational with no damage from Irma and 20 new slips of concrete floating docks and a new marina building with restrooms and laundry to support the new docks. Dredging also increased the depths to 6.5′. Palm Coast Marina, 7 miles south of Marineland, continues to have the best Diesel prices in the area.

        Reply to Chris
      3. giles coors -  September 20, 2017 - 12:17 pm

        please send me the current updates on marinas in Florida .
        I am doing the Loop and heading to Florida next month.

        Reply to giles
      4. Jonathan Gorham -  September 18, 2017 - 12:56 pm

        Vero Beach Municipal Marina is fully operational – some minor damage to a few docks, but water, power, and fuel restored.

        Reply to Jonathan
      5. Steve Carter -  September 15, 2017 - 1:20 pm

        Moss Marina-Ft Myers Beach- Docks are gone. Gas dock is not operating. High and Dry buildings seem OK.

        Reply to Steve
      6. SV Kestrel -  September 14, 2017 - 10:35 pm

        St. Augustine Municipal Marina
        Marina closed until further notice

        Due the impact and damage resulting from Hurricane Irma, the St. Augustine Municipal Marina will be closed until further notice. The south docks incurred irreparable damage and must be removed and then replaced. The main dock, which connects to the fuel dock, suffered extensive damage and will need to be repaired. This includes electrical and water line damage as well as loss of and damage to dock boxes.

        As with Hurricane Matthew, our moorings were stressed and strained, whether or not they had boats secured to them. Until we are able to inspect the integrity of the moorings and have re-assigned long-term tenants, the moorings will not be available for transient guests.

        While we will be up and running as soon as possible, at this time we can offer no estimated date or time-frame for re-opening. We apologize for the inconvenience and any delays, but the safety and integrity of all our facilities and equipment is priority. Until the marina is safe for our workers and our guests to return, we will not be open to the public. We are not accepting reservations at this time; however, you can send email to marina@citystaug.com if you have any questions. Please allow 3-4 business days for a response.

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    • Oct 17, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment

      Bahamas Chatter: New pet policy

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      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: New pet policy
      New pet policy
      Posted: 15 Oct 2017 03:11 PM PDT
      I downloaded the form and instructions to receive a permit to bring my dog to the Bahamas. I sent a money order for $15 ($10 for the application and $5 for the fax service). It has been about 5 weeks ago and still no permit. I noticed on this site the the fee has gone up.

      Am I still covered? How do I get my permit if they don’t fax it to me? Is there a time frame for the vet’s health certificate? Is a shot record sufficient? Can I get the permit when I get there?

      Any response and help is GREATLY appreciated.

      Thank you

      Comments from Cruisers (1)

      1. Ted Owens -  October 20, 2017 - 4:47 pm

        Yes, you did it all correctly. Unfortunately, the process does not seem to work unless you FedEx the form and payment to them. Everyone that I have talked to had the same experience. You can try calling them, but do’t expect much. I don’t know where in the system they get lost, but it is your problem to get it fixed. So break out $90 and send it by FedEx. They will have it ready in a day or two. Also, when you got to get your money back on the money order there is a fee that uses up most of what you spent in the first place. Sorry

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    • Oct 16, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Bahamas Chatter: Boat buddy

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      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: Boat buddy
      Boat buddy
      Posted: 15 Oct 2017 05:33 AM PDT
      We are presently located in NC and waiting on the season to end before heading to the east coast of Florida. (West Palm Beach area) and looking to head to West End in mid to late November. We are looking for other boaters to join in the trip. We are in a 30′ Bayliner and cruise around 20knts. We will eventually cruise our way through to DR and then on to home in Cabo Rojo, PR.

      Thank you,

      Ron and Bev

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    • Oct 14, 2017by:   Larry Dorminy 2 Comments 26.4632,-81.96549999

      Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina Voted Best Small Marina, Matanzas Pass, Gulf Coast


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      Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina

      BEST SMALL MARINA Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina is, naturally, A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR! The marina overlooks the westerly banks of the Mantanzas Pass channel, west of marker #13. Congratulations Pink Shell!

      Marinalife Announces the Winners of the 8th Annual Best Marina Contest
       
      BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – Marinalife is pleased to announce the winners of the 8th Annual Best Marina Contest. Congratulations to Orange Beach Marina in Orange Beach, Alabama, voted 2017’s Best Large Marina and Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina in Fort Myers Beach, Florida, voted 2017’s Best Small Marina.

       
      As a premier marina on the Gulf Coast, Orange Beach Marina offers a safe, fully protected harbor with 161 slips available and family-friendly environment for all types of boaters. Conveniently accessible from the Gulf, Tennessee-Tombigbee, Intracoastal Waterway, Mobile or Pensacola Bay, their state-of-the-art docks, two on-site restaurants, and exceptional laundry and shower facilities offer guests a pleasant experience without leaving the marina. 
       
      “For the second year in a row, Orange Beach Marina is honored to be recognized as Marinalife’s 2017 Best Large Marina!” states C. Bennett Long, President. “This award demonstrates that hard work and attention to detail pays dividends.  We also couldn’t be more thankful to our dedicated staff who routinely put our customer’s needs at the forefront of our family-owned and operated business we are proud to represent the entire Gulf Coast and our world-renowned hometown, Orange Beach, Alabama.”
       
      Voted 2017’s Best Small Marina, the beautiful pet and family friendly Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina in Fort Myers Beach, Florida features 41 slips where boaters enjoy a host of amenities and services, whether staying for one night or one week. Just six miles from the Gulf of Mexico, dock your boat (up to 100 feet) and get full-access to the Resort’s pools, restaurants, and spa or soak in the sunshine along the quarter mile of sugar white sand beaches. 
       
      “We are honored to have been voted the Best Small Marina in this year’s Marinalife Best Marina contest,” said Pink Shell’s Dockmaster, Dave O’Connor. “We thank the readers and our marina guests for recognizing our commitment to maintaining a prestigious facility and our dedication to providing exceptional service.”
       
      Due to the high number of votes, we recognize second and third place winners in each category. Kingman Yacht Center in Cataumet, Massachusetts was voted second place for the Best Large Marina, and River Dunes Marina in Oriental, North Carolina came in a close third. Plantation Yacht Harbor Marina in Islamorada, Florida was voted second place in the Best Small Marina category and in third place was Homeport Marina in Gulf Shores, Alabama.
       
      We appreciate and thank all the marinas and boaters nationwide for participating in this year’s contest. Keep an eye out for announcements starting in the Spring of 2018 for Marinalife’s 9th Annual Best Marina Contest.  
       
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      About Marinalife: 
      Marinalife brings together the boating community through a comprehensive membership program offering boaters online marina reservation services and valuable trip planning travel tools and resources. Marinalife publishes a quarterly magazine highlighting marina and boating destinations, members’ cruising stories and captain’s tips. Marinalife’s mission is to make boating easy by providing services and information to simplify logistics and alleviate stress for all types of boaters. 
      For more information on Marinalife, please call 1-800-736-8275 or visit www.marinalife.com.
       
      For imagery and other requests, please contact:
      Anna Barthelme
      Marinalife, LLC

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      Comments from Cruisers (2)

      1. Gratitude Rosa -  October 15, 2017 - 7:20 am

        Well deserved. We love Pink Shell Marina. And yes, Dave and Craig are the best!
        Looking forward to going back.

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