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Bahamas Chatter: “I feel your pain” plus 2 more
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. In this posting, more on local island school supplies are addressed.Bahamas Chatter: “I feel your pain” plus 2 more
I feel your pain
Posted: 15 Jan 2016 02:31 PM PST
I spent about 20 years as a land surveyor and was always amazed at the comments that a homeowner would make as I was setting his property corner marker…”That’s not where it goes…They’re all 100′ lots here…Don’t you know how to measure ??? ”
In his mind what I did was a simple task that any idiot could accomplish …I could never figure out what made them think what I did as a seasoned professional was so easy.
This was all before Facebook & the Internet ….At least he had the courage to confront me face to face on the lawn…Sometimes I’d try to enlighten him as to my methods & sometimes I’d walk with him to where he thought his other property corner should be & I’d stretch out the tape to 100’…As you probably have guessed it was always more the 100′ between his two points….With that he would walk back in to his house.
Unfortunately there will be NO poetic justice here but know this ….I for one and countless others have been traveling down your recommended routes with total confidence for 16 years…
Your work product speaks for itself..Having been cruising in these islands in the early 80’s without GPS or even usable Loran with Yachtsman’s Guide sketch charts only, even your very first charts were a welcome & quantum leap forward …
Chin -up mateHurricane Joaquin Supplies Missing to Acklins
Posted: 15 Jan 2016 04:28 AM PST
Hello all,
Shortly after the storm, World Jet through pilot, Mr. Edward Hinkley, (561.718.9051) offered to fly needed supplies to Long and Crooked Islands. We boxed up 4 large containers of emergency supplies containing chain saws, starter battery chargers, solar panels, non perishable foods, roofing materials, tarps, ropes, flashlights and clothing, among other things. We dropped the boxes off at World Jet at the airport. The four boxes were from Home Depot and had our names and phone numbers on them, both Bahamian and USA. The boxes were specifically addressed to Mr. Moses Forbes and Mr. Cargain Forbes of Salina Point, Acklins. Moses was the maintenance person in charge of the power plant in Salina Point and Cargain, was a police officer who worked out of the Spring Point Station and lived in Salina Point. Both men were friends of mine many years ago and I wanted to be sure they and their families received the supplies.
I have contacted Mr. Hinkley several times and have not been able to find out where the boxes went. He said that if they didn’t make the plane, they would be shipped by boat. I have tried many times to get through to these two individuals but have no response from them. If anyone knows how to contact them or to find out where the four boxes went, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks.
David O’Connor
561.386.2692testing email
Posted: 14 Jan 2016 07:39 AM PST
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Good Words for Gasparilla Marina and Staff, GICW Statute Mile 34
In spite of its name, Gasparilla Marina is not located on Gasparilla Island, but rather it is to be found along the northeastern banks of the GICW, just south of the Gasparilla Island Causeway/Bridge. The entrance to Gasparilla Marina cuts east off the Western Florida ICW. This facility features a well sheltered harbor and offers superior services. Our thanks to David Burnham for these kind words.
I forgot (nothing new at my age) to look at the fuel prices when we left Gasparilla Marina this morning after an overnight stay on our trip across the sandbar from Gulfport FL, to Jacksonville.
But I have to give the folks at Gasparilla Marina two thumbs up for accommodating us as we arrived at 10pm last night and easily found our assigned reserved slip for our 28 foot Catalina “Synergy” right where they’d described it earlier over the phone. Their facilities are first rate (warm on a very cool night) and we enjoyed our short stop over and a cup of coffee before leaving this morning at 8AM for the next leg to Fort Myers.
David BurnhamClick Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Gasparilla Marina
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Bahamas Chatter: Long Island Supplies Needed
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. In this posting, supply needs of the local island schools are addressed. Please help if you can.Bahamas Chatter: Long Island Supplies Needed
Posted: 13 Jan 2016 05:44 AM PST
Thanks to a Long Island resident for the following information of interest to the cruising community:“I would like to give you a broad idea of what we are replacing in the classrooms.”
FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF SUPPLIES NEEDED GO TO: Long Island Supplies Needed
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Shoaling at New Pass, Sarasota Gulf Coast near GICW Statute Mile 75, 1/13/2016
New Pass is the northernmost of Sarasota’s two inlets and connects to the southern tip of Sarasota Bay at Statute Mile 75 of the West Florida Waterway. However, because of perennial shoaling, SSECN has long recommended that mariners not use New Pass!
GULF OF MEXICO – FLORIDA – LEMON BAY TO PASSAGE KEY INLET: Dangerous Shoal
Dangerous shoaling in the vicinity of New Pass Channel in between New Pass Entrance Light LP (LLNR 1345 [27°18.9185N / 082°35.8861W, 27.315309 / -82.598102]/21585) position 27-18-55.113N/082-35-53.168W (27°18.9185N / 082°35.8861W, 27.315309 / -82.598102) and New Pass Channel Daybeacon 17 (LLNR 21725 [27°20.4831N / 082°33.9001W, 27.341385 / -82.565001]) position 27-20-28.987N/082-33-54.003W (27°20.4831N / 082°33.9001W, 27.341385 / -82.565001) . (Ref: LNM 17/15, 02/16)
The Entrance Channel is subject to continual change. Buoys are not charted due to frequent shifting of shoals.
MARINERS ARE ADVISED TO AVOID NEW PASS CHANNEL IF POSSIBLE AND EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION IF TRANSITING THE AREA
Chart 11424 LNM 2/16
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Bahamas Chatter: Looking for Crossing Advice or Buddy
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. Monty and Sara Lewis are well known in this area for their personal research and reporting. Their launch of “Bahamas Chatter” and real time cruising information via their web site, www.explorercharts.com is extremely valuable.
Bahamas Chatter: looking for crossing advice or a buddy boat
looking for crossing advice or a buddy boat
Posted: 11 Jan 2016 03:17 PM PST
At the beginning of February, Margaret and I would like to attempt our first crossing to the Bahamas. We would like to go to the Abacos on our 36′ Grand Banks trawler with a cruising speed of around 9 knots. We have considerable cruising experience, having come down from Buffalo NY a few times, and have just returned to the Punta Gorda FL area from the Keys. While we were in Marathon, we met sailors that were waiting for their crossing window. We have the waterway guide. We know we should wait until no north winds are present and the seas calmed, but we seem confused now, so we would like some advice on our plannings:Should we return to Marathon and head for the Bahamas via the Hawk Channel?
Should we cross the Okeechobee and use an east coast port? Which one and why?
Should we head directly for the Abacos or go to Bimini first?
Is anyone with experience going there about this time. Can we join you?
Smooth waters, and thanks. Any guidance would be appreciated.Margaret and Bob Kaine, Beyond The Sea
Comments from Cruisers (13)
- Reply to Grant
Hi I am wanting to cruise from Punta Gorda to the Bahamas in early February 2017 somewhere around the 7th.
I have a Bayliner 4588 so will be cuising at 8 to 9 knots.
I am presently in Australia and will be in Punta Gorda on the 2nd of February If anyone wishing to cruise as a Buddy Boat or a group of boats Please contact me on Email ( directfire.billings@gmail.com).
Cheers and Happy Boating
Grant Billings - Reply to gloria
We are planning a crossing from Ft. Lauderdale to West End Sunday night. Weather looks favorable. Please contact me at kostergloria@aol.com We would like to buddy with you.
- Reply to Hunter
My wife and I are trying to plan a crossing in the next couple weeks. We are thinking Palm Beach area to leave. We are finishing up some work now…..
- Reply to Jim
Several years ago I single handed from Lake Worth to West End. I carefully plotted my course using the current current (No pun intended) speeds. I left at about 2100 and at daylight was about three miles south of the channel to the West End Marina. Plot your course and pay attention to your position as you go.
- Reply to Barry
IMHO, one factor is how long a day do you want to do? To cross from St Lucie in a slow boat will take a long time as the stream moves 4-5 knots in the center and that is 50% of your boat speed. It can also be slow from West Palm as the stream can be fairly close to the coast and you have to aim south to crab across. My best trip was from Ft Lauderdale to Lucaya on a specular day going fast with the stream.
If you would like to chat email me and I will send you my phone number. I live in Punta Gorda.Barry Jollett s/v Magic Carpet.
- Reply to Dave
We have made the crossing many times and would recommend Lake Worth to Old Bahama Bay for your first crossing. Make a reservation at Old Bahama Bay when you are leaving Palm Beach. An early start will put you there early afternoon. Then Great Sale. From there you can be almost anywhere in the Aba is on day three rested and ready for fun. Don’t rush, make each jump when you are ready. You’re in for a treat.
- Reply to Guy
Definitely check into Lake Worth Inlet (West Palm Beach) . It’s a straight shot to West End to clear Customs and pick up fuel, calm your nerves .his season is funky for weather so your window is short. This is your closest and best route to cross the Gulf Stream. Once you are on the Banks who cares? It’s pretty straight forward to Great Sail Key … then on to Green Turtle. There you can wait to see how the Whale Cay Channel is doing. Another weather window. Once you are on the other side of Whale…. you are free to roam.
- Reply to George
We have been to the Abacos many times. The best route for slow boats is to leave from Lake Worth to Great Sale Cay (anchorage) & then on to Green Turtle Cay To clear customs & wait for good weather to go around Whale Cay. Short distance but you have to go thru the cut back into the ocean Next stop Marsh Harbour The Hub Of The Abacos. This is where we spend our winters at the Abaco Beach Resort, very reasonable with your Royal Marsh Harbour Yacht Club Membership. The RMHYC membership will get you discounts from West End to all over the Abacos. Very inexpensive membership and many benifets.
- Reply to Kim
FWIW. We did the run to the Abacos from Ft Myers via the lake in May a couple of years ago. Easy enough. We’re a 35 ft sail so 6-7 knots. If you decide to cross the state maybe Punta gorda to York Island anchorage to franklin locks park docks (hang a left after you pass through the locks eastbound) (http://www.recreation.gov/camping/wp-franklin-n/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=73462) Be forewarned that there will be a painfully long idle speed zone by the FPL plant in east fort myers as it is Manatee season. Then run to Clewiston on the lake- we just tied up to the huge dolphin pilings for the night. Then to St Lucie and an anchorage on the ICW south of town- Peck lake. Finally to Riveria Beach Beach Muni Marina (or similar choices in area) to await a window. YMMV. This gets you far enough south to give you a decent shot to West end. (Coming back you can shoot straight to St. Lucie Inlet via memory rocks with the gulf stream in your favor). Suck it up and pay for a night in West End and check in. Note it is still a long ways to Green Turtle and points south but at least you are out of the big seas. Be sure your GPS has Abacos detail. We updated the Garmin chip with the latest eastern US and it had the Abacos – same as the separate Abacos chip and only slightly more $. It was great. If I were to do it again I would add an AIS receiver for crossing as we crossed at night both ways and it is just hard to figure out who is going where and most importantly how far away. Obviously, radar would work. Other take aways- Indiantown Marina while funky is much better than you would think and worked timing wise coming back. I would also consider doing a loop- south to Marathon and return via St. Lucie. Certainly better to go counter clockwise than clockwise on this loop.
- Reply to Jonathan
The most direct route would be to go through the waterway to Stuart and leave for the islands from St. Lucie Inlet. From there take a straight shot across the stream to the Little Bahama Bank north of Memory Rock and anchor at Great Sale (this will be a long day at 9 knots). The next morning you can push on and clear Customs at Grand Cay, Spanish Cay, or Green Turtle.
A more conservative approach would be to cross the waterway to Stuart, head south on the ICW to West Palm, and cross from Lake Worth Inlet (an excellent all weather inlet) to West End, Grand Bahama and clear customs at Old Bahama Bay, and proceed to the Great Sale and the Abacos the next day.
I’d recommend against going to Bimini first if your goal is the Abacos. If you do that, you have large stretches of open water to cross (the Gulf Stream and the Providence Channel) to cross in winter weather instead of just one.
- Reply to george
Jonathan gives the right choices. For the Abacos, I’d use the Lake Worth Inlet for an easy out inlet and a direct shot to Memory Rock OR Old Bahama Bay.
My preference would be the Memory Rock to Great Sale Cay route but my nuance would be to leave Lake Worth at midnite. This will put your arrival on the Bahama banks at daylight and you’ll have easy and safe navigation from memory rock to Great Sale which will be 6 hours away.
Staging at Lake Worth also gives you a good chance of hooking up with others for the trip while at anchor there.
You can proceed from Great Sale Cay the next day to arrive at Green Turtle Cay and check in to customs there….easy & friendly at the post office in town. Good luck! -
No one mentions leaving from the Fort Pierce Inlet to West End. I run at 15 mph, any shared advice on this plan?
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BoatUS: Three Safety Tips for Upgrading Boat Lighting
BoatUS remains the premiere advocate for boaters and boating safety on all waters and SSECN is proud to have BoatUS as a SPONSOR!NEWS From BoatUS
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Press Contact: D. Scott Croft, 703-461-2864, SCroft@BoatUS.com
Navigation lights like these don’t pass muster, and don’t make for safe boating (credit: Daniel Rutherford).
BoatUS Foundation: Three Safety Tips for Upgrading Boat Lighting
US Coast Guard Cautions Use of Some New Types of Lights
ANNAPOLIS, MD, January 11, 2016 – With the latest technical advances in recreational boat lights – both for navigation and aesthetic purposes – recreational boaters have more choices than ever when upgrading their boat’s lighting. However, the US Coast Guard wants boaters to know that some of the new lights aren’t up to snuff and could increase the chances of a collision. It has found that some sold for navigation purposes don’t meet regulations, and other aesthetic lighting products such as LED ropes and underwater lights may go against the light provisions of the nautical rules of the road. The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water shares these concerns has these three tips when shopping for or installing boat lights:
1) Navigation lights have to be “approved”. Some manufacturers are selling navigation lights that don’t meet regulations. These lights are typically cheaper, but do not provide the proper color quality, brightness or cut-off angles that boaters rely on to avoid collision. So how do you know you are buying a good nav light? The US Coast Guard (USCG) says things to look for include 1.) USCG approval, 2.) The rated visibility of the light in nautical miles, 3.) Meets ABYC A-16, 4.) “Tested by: laboratory name,” along with 5.) Manufacturer and model #.
2) Don’t let your boat’s lights confuse. The USCG reports that some boaters have hazardously installed unapproved red and green LED strip lighting on the bow, which hampers other boaters efforts to avoid collision. Also avoid displaying any light that could be confused as another navigation light or another vessel. And do remember flashing blue lights are reserved for law enforcement – at a distance, wave action combined with the steady rocking of below the waterline high-intensity blue lights can give the appearance of a police vessel.
3) Don’t install lights that prevent the operator from maintaining a good lookout. When running between sunset and sunrise, it’s critical that those behind the wheel maintain their night vision, so the #1 goal is to keep light out of the operator’s eyes. Glare from existing nav lights may be a problem, or reflections from aesthetic lighting such as LED rope lights wrapped around a helm station hinder eyesight.
A helpful video by West Marine, “How to Choose the Right Navigation Lights for Your Boat,” can be found at http://goo.gl/o4oYoC.
To see lights tested at night by the BoatUS Foundation, visit BoatUS.org/findings/48.
About Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS):
BoatUS is the nation’s largest organization of recreational boaters with over a half million members. We are the boat owners’ voice on Capitol Hill and fight for their rights. We help ensure a roadside breakdown doesn’t end a boating or fishing trip before it begins, and on the water, we bring boaters safely back to the launch ramp or dock when their boat won’t, day or night. The BoatUS Insurance Program gives boat owners the specialized coverage and superior service they need, and we help keep boaters safe and our waters clean with assistance from the non-profit BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water. Visit BoatUS.com.
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Another Satisfied Customer
We are always delighted to hear from new readers and especially when they offer assistance to be a part of our Motto: “Cruisers Helping Cruisers”! As in this recent event in St. Augustine, /154625, it is the reports from our readers that clarified the facts of the boat/bridge entanglement.
Wow! I just used your anchoring listings for the FL east coast for the first time. Thank you. Your site has been a big help in the past on the West Coast of Florida and on anchoring legal issues, but this section is really helpful. How can we help you?
Fair winds and smooth seas,
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Bahamas Chatter: Cruising Permit The Bahamas – One Night Stay?
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. Monty and Sara Lewis are well known in this area for their personal research and reporting. Their launch of “Bahamas Chatter” and real time cruising information via their web site, www.explorercharts.com is extremely valuable.Bahamas Chatter: Cruising Permit The Bahamas – One Night Stay?
Cruising Permit The Bahamas – One Night Stay?
Posted: 06 Jan 2016 04:40 AM PST
In the case of an overnight trip from, let’s say, North Palm Beach to West End Grand Bahamas, is the cruiser required to purchase a cruising permit at full price upon arrival at West End? Or, is the cruising permit required only if planning to stay over a specific number of days?Comments from Cruisers (2)
- Reply to Robert
So many differing opinions! Based on 14 years experience IF you are ONLY going to be here one night your BEST option would be to anchor out. IF however you plan to do any fishing, you will need a fishing permit to be in compliance.
SIG - Reply to Stephanie
I live in Freeport. I will call Customs and Immigration to confim, , but based on what I have experienced, they will make you pay. However, you can always arrive at West End after they close, and leave before they arrive. Or anchor at Memory Rock. Question is this: are you headind out to the Atlantic, or are you traveling between the islands
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Bahamas Chatter: “New Responses to Fuel Survey”
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. Monty and Sara Lewis are well known in this area for their personal research and reporting. Their launch of “Bahamas Chatter” and real time cruising information via their web site, www.explorercharts.com is extremely valuable.Bahamas Chatter: “New Responses to Fuel Survey”
New Responses to Fuel Survey
Posted: 05 Jan 2016 08:26 AM PST
After the holidays, we have had a couple more responses to our request for updates on our monthly Fuel and Dockage Survey. Here’s what’s been added to the listing:Treasure Cay Marina, diesel $4.24
Bimini Bluewater Marina. Diesel $4.20, Gas $4.55.
We appreciate those of you who have sent us prices as you get fuel along the way. There still are many marinas we haven’t heard from, so we hope you will send any new information that you may get on your next fuel stop.
Thanks,
MontyNew Responses to Fuel Survey
Posted: 05 Jan 2016 08:26 AM PST
After the holidays, we have had a couple more responses to our request for updates on our monthly Fuel and Dockage Survey. Here’s what’s been added to the listing:Treasure Cay Marina, diesel $4.24
Bimini Bluewater Marina. Diesel $4.20, Gas $4.55.
We appreciate those of you who have sent us prices as you get fuel along the way. There still are many marinas we haven’t heard from, so we hope you will send any new information that you may get on your next fuel stop.
Thanks,
Monty
Garmin Charts
Posted: 05 Jan 2016 04:36 AM PST
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Advanced Antifouling Technology Now Available on Florida’s Treasure Coast
Very interesting press release from Ultra-SoniTec LLC and J-TEK Solutions LLC as posted on PR.com. Technology of the future?
Advanced Antifouling Technology Now Available on Florida’s Treasure Coast
Revolutionary antifouling technology is poised to changes the way boaters deal with the nemesis of mariners, biofouling (fouling). This cutting edge technology eliminates the money-robbing fouling of the hull, running gear and raw water systems.The recent ban on antifouling paint toxins has rendered them ineffective against marine growth and increased boaters’ costs of maintenance, increased fuel consumption, and reduced range. Just one millimeter of slime on a boat’s hull can increase the coefficient of friction by 75%.
CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL REPORT
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- Reply to Philip
I hope this is an improvement over “Barnacle Bill”. “Barnacle Bill” was an ultra-sonic gizmo that made the same claims the same way and then disappeared beneath the waves about thirty or forty years ago.
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Florida Keys Stewardship Act — Senate Bill 770
Interesting letter to the Editor in the Miami Herald addressing the Florida Keys Stewardship Act and its impact on tourism in the Keys which are “the highest per-capita generator of sales tax for the state.”
Keys’ assets need to be valued, protected
Monroe County is the southernmost county in Florida and includes the Florida Keys. Its coastline extends from the Everglades all the way to the Dry Tortugas, encompassing the third-largest coral reef in the world, the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, three national parks, five state parks, four national wildlife refuges and three state aquatic reserves. Quite simply, the area’s environmental significance is immense.
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Bahamas Chatter: “A Nassau Alternative” plus 1 more
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. Monty and Sara Lewis are well known in this area for their personal research and reporting. Their launch of “Bahamas Chatter” and real time cruising information via their web site, www.explorercharts.com is extremely valuable.Bahamas Chatter: “A Nassau Alternative” plus 1 more
A Nassau Alternative
Posted: 04 Jan 2016 04:16 PM PST
For years, we have gone through Nassau Harbour on our way to the Exumas, sometimes stopping at a marina, sometimes pushing on across the Yellow Bank. This year we tried something new: We went outside of Paradise Island (it was New Years Day and the tour boats were like locusts) for a beautiful view of Atlantis and the rest of the island. We came in on the eastern end of the harbour and went around the corner to Palm Cay Marina on the southeast coast.We were more than delighted with our stay there. First of all, after a warm and rolly day at sea across the Northeast Providence Channel, we were refreshed with a dip in the saltwater pool overlooking the Yellow Bank. The use of the courtesy car allowed us to go to the nearby locals supermarket, Super Value, and stock up for better prices than we would find on Bay Street. The staff was friendly and helpful and made our short stay most pleasant and the dockage rates were no higher than in the harbour, in some cases less expensive. There is a lovely restaurant, a tiki bar on the beach, a laundry, and a small gift shop. Exiting the next morning for the Exumas was quick and easy from there, a straight shot out and across the Yellow Bank.
Make sure you arrive before dark as a security chain blocks the entrance in the nighttime.
Berry Islands: A Not-so-overlooked Cruising Ground
Posted: 04 Jan 2016 04:04 PM PST
Often the Berry Islands are “fly-over” territory for Bahamas cruisers headed to Nassau or the Exumas or beyond. Yet their popularity has increased as evidenced by greater numbers of boats lingering and enjoying the beautiful clear water, the great fishing, the possibility for secluded anchorages. Indeed, many folks are spending the entire winter cruising season there, gunkholing about or extending their stay at the excellent Great Harbour Cay Marina for some reasonable dockage fees. The marina staff goes out of their way to make guests feel at home and taken care of, to the smallest details. And it is a very secure all-around protection from bad weather. The village of Bullocks Harbour has some services to offer with two excellent beachfront restaurants for special dining, in addition to the village cafes. Several flights a day come in and out of Nassau, plus several times a week from Ft. Lauderdale, making it more accessible to bring visitors in to yachts.Of course, there is also Chub Cay Marina, which is often a stopover for boats transiting the Bank or anglers eager to catch the big fish. And don’t forget the iconic Flo’s Conch Bar at Little Harbour Cay, where Chester greets you with a smile and serves up some of his mom’s recipe of conch fritters.
For the flyfishing enthusiast, there are miles of flats where the elusive bonefish lure fishermen to try to catch them.
The string of cays from Stirrup to Chub present a number of choices for enjoying this beautiful archipelago.
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