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Precise Depths Report from Hell Gate Problem Stretch, AICW Statute Mile 602
The AICW 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. Despite recent reports of shallow water at low tide, this marker by marker, rising tide report from Bob Kovach is good news and good advice for cruisers. SSECN continues to recommend mid to high tide for this passage.
Marine Trader 50 “ALLEZ!” ALL Depths are from the water line. We have a 5 ft Draft
High Tide was at 4:11 P.M. Began Transit at 3:32 North Bound at Marker #90 11.3 ft, Marker #89 11.4 Ft
Marker #87 10.4 ft Speed 7 MPH, Wind 15-22 MPH
Ended Transit 3:39 PM
Safe Cruising.
Chief Engr Bob, Onboard ALLEZ!
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FOCUS ON Key Lime Sailing Club, Key Largo, FL
How many places do you know where a sailboat is provided with your room or cottage with so many wonderful and engaging activities to enjoy?
Well, read on and start planning a visit to the REAL Florida Keys…Key Lime Sailing Club is a unique slice of KEYS ENJOYMENT…give it a try and let us hear about your experience.Key Lime Sailing Club, A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, always has very special offers for their visitors! Key Lime Sailing Club is on the Inside Route side of Key Largo.
Welcome to our unique little hideaway. Secluded, serene, and perfectly located, our self-contained cottages have everything you need for a relaxing waterfront vacation.
Facilities [Click photos for full size]
Clear Kayak
* Cottages with Free designated 22′ Sailboats
* Shared Kayaks
* Paddleboards
* Canoes
* Paddle boats
* Sunfish
* Hobie Wave
* Fishing and snorkeling gearSailboat rentals:
36 C&C on port tack with 6 volunteers onboard
* 36′ C& C
* 33′ Morgan Islander
* 22′ Catalinas as Bareboat or Captained charters
* Captained Sunset Sails on a 47′ all electric Lagoon Catamaran
* Captained Day Sailing with snorkeling or kayaking trips on a 47′ all electric Lagoon CatamaranWe have been stretching out and have added a marina in February 2017:
South Dade Marina and Eco Adventures to the Key Lime Sailing Club & Cottages Family.From the marina we will be running:
33 Morgan Islander arriving in canal
* Kayak rentals and tours
* Sailboat rentals
* Captained sunset sails 6 pac on 34 Gemini Catamaran
* Captained 8 hr daysails 6 pac on 34 Gemini Catamaran
with one or 2 activities available
* Kayaking Everglades
* Mangrove snorkeling
* Beach barbeque
* 10 to 11 hr 32 mile round trip ocean Sail to Snorkel Turtle ReefLast year we also added Morning Star Sailing Charters
Morning Star runs a 50′ Ericson that has been doing snorkel
47 Lagoon layout
6 pac sailing charters in Key Largo for 30 years.
This year we upgraded Morning Star activities to include:
* Sailboat rentals
* Sailing lessons
* Bareboat and Captain chartersSo we now have 3 locations with a shared activities and boats:
1. Key Lime Sailing Club & Cottages: Bayside Key Largo
2. Morning Star Charters: Ocean Side Key Largo and south Dade marina
3. South Dade Marina & Eco Adventures: Florida Everglades / Manatee Bay / Florida City
* American Sailing Academy an ASA School : Located at South Dade Marina and Key Lime Sailing Club
* 68′ Formosa Liveaboard, cruising with Paul from around the Bahamas to South America
One week stays available starting in Jan 2018
Thank You
Paul Keever
President, CEO, CFO, Office Manager,
Book keeper, Advertising Manager, Sailing Instructor, Concierge, Psychologists, Ordained Minister,
ECO Tour guide, Maintenance Man, Gardener, House keeper and to my kids, Father,
Mr. Mom, Doctor Dad, Want-a-be Dentist, Seamstress, Maid, Cook, ATM.Mailing Address
CSK at Sunset
Key Lime Sailing Club (KLSC)
101425 Overseas HWY #922
Key Largo FL 33037KLSC Reservations # 305 451 3438
Fax 305 453 5455 Office
KLSC Water Front Sunset Tiki Hut
GPS mark N. 25.05.5869 W. 080.26.7145Hope to sea ya sailing /) this way one day ⛵️
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More on Missing Sailors, Vicinity of Marathon, Florida Keys
If anyone has knowledge of Paul Murray’s location, please contact his Dad at the number below or through our Contact number 336-446-9381.
Paul Murray
We are looking for Paul Murray -aboard Sailboat Double Feature (Boot Key Harbor west of Boot Key bridge)
He went to Stock Island (Key West) to help a friend (Donnie) move his boat to Marathon. They ran aground, got in the dinghy and safely made it to shore on June 16. Folks at Robbie’s Full Service Marina at Stock Island tell me that Donnie has gone to New York but no one knows where Paul is. He isn’t answering phone (likely destroyed in boat mishap), isn’t responding to texts or FB messages and hasn’t accessed his bank accounts in last 2 weeks! We have contacted his friends and family but no one has had any contact.
If anyone has any ideas I can check out or knows anything, please let me know ASAP. I am Paul’s dad.
Bill Murray and can be reached at 248.974.82184/3/2016 Larry,
Attached is a corrected version of the Monroe County’s press release about my son’s disappearance:
Family, detectives looking for information about missing man
Sheriff’s detectives are hoping to help locate a Marathon man whose family and friends say they have not seen nor heard from him since June 16th.
48 year old Paul Thomas Murray, who lives on a boat in Boot Key Harbor in Marathon, told family members he was going to help a friend move a sailboat from Robbie’s Marina on Stock Island to Boot Key Harbor on June 16th. A short time after that, the sailboat he was supposed to help move, called the “Hornet” was located, grounded on some rocks a short distance away from Robbie’s Marina. No one was on board.
A friend of Murray spoke with Murray’s father. He said the owner of the boat, Donny Vanaria, and Murray were going to move the boat together on the 16th. A man whose nickname is “Red” reportedly told Murray’s father that he woke up at 4 a.m. on the 17th and the boat was aground; he said neither Murray nor Vanaria were on board, but Vanaria returned by dinghy and asked Red if he would take care of his dog because he had to leave town.
Since that time, there have been no reports from anyone who has seen or heard from Murray and his family says there has been no activity on his credit/debit card or cell phone.
Anyone who knows anything about Murray that might help find him, or find out what happened to him, should contact Major Crimes Detective Dawn Agusto at 305-289-2410.7/15/2016
There has not been any progress in the investigation. The MCSO Major Crimes Unit is trying to investigate but there is a lack of information at this point.
We think that Paul left Boot Key Harbor on 6-16 to help a man deliver a boat (S/V Hornet)from Stock island to Marathon. They left that evening and the next morning the boat was crashed on the rocks outside Robbie’s Full Service Marine. (it is still there on its side full of water – I will forward a pic). While the owner made it to shore and then left town immediately, Paul was not seen again.
The sheriff’s office is looking for persons who have specific information about Paul arriving at Stock Island and boarding the boat. Right now, no one has come forward to help us figure out what actually happened.
Thanks for your interest and help.
Bill Murray6/17/2017
Keys Police Searching for Two Men Who Vanished 1 Year Ago
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- Reply to Stormy
I ran into Wayne in West Marine key West few days ago. That’s all I know. Lol j
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Persian Cat Found, Abacos, Bahamas – 6/14 Happy Ending
Ask your anchorage and docking neighbors! Our thanks to Carmen Albury for this notice.
Hi, Has anyone cruising through the Abaco’s lost their cat? A sweet Persian cat has been found and appears to have fallen off a boat. Please contact Caribbean Veterinary Center in Abaco at (242) 367-3551 IF THIS IS YOUR KITTY.
Thank you.
Carmen Albury6/1/17
Hi Larry
The kitty’s owners have not been located and at this point I am fostering her at home. I posted an update and if they don’t contact me by Friday I will be seeking a good home for her. I’d love to keep her but am at my limit of what I’m allowed to have.
Because our offices will be closed for a few days I added a personal email so anyone can contact me. [See Carmen’s comment below]
Thanks again,
CarmenHappy Ending! Thanks to Carmen Albury
6/14/17
Hi Larry,
Just a quick update. No one has come forward to claim or adopt kitty, now named Salty. She is an older girl with some health issues so I found a way for her to stay with me. She will be well spoiled as she deserves to be. She had a tough start here, and had either swam to a deserted cay where she was found and brought to us, or worse, which is an alternative I’d prefer not to think about. In any case she is now happy and loved.
Thank you so much for your help.
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Update:
I still have the kitty and as of yet her owners have not been located. I have spoken to a someone who is interested in adopting her and will be speaking with him again soon if she isn’t claimed.
I am home fostering her for now and our clinic will be closed from Friday 2 June until Tuesday 6 June.
Please contact me via email if you have any questions at ernestalbury1@gmail.com
Thank you again.
Carmen
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National Marina Days Celebration at Twin Dolphin Marina, off Tampa Bay on the Manatee River
Twin Dolphin Marina, A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, sits perched on the southern shores of Manatee River, just short of the Highway 41 Business bridge. We get lots of praise for this fine marina and their fund raising celebration for youth sailing is typical of the level of community involvement Twin Dolphin Marina exhibits all year long.
Hello Larry. You probably well know that National Marina Days celebrations are going on now right now. What you may not realize is this: the Twin Dolphin Marina recently hosted a wonderful event that inspired new and seasoned boaters and brought in enough money to send two children to sailing school.
National Marina Days Celebration at Twin Dolphin Raises Money for Youth Sailing
Twin Dolphin Marina Day Barbecue emphasizes a summer of giving and celebrates boating and on the water fun!
As part of a nationwide observance, members of the Bradenton area yachting community joined together for a National Marina Days: Summer Of Giving event Saturday at the Twin Dolphin Marina. The event included several raffle drawings to raise funds for the Manatee River Pram Fleet, a non-profit educational organization, dedicated to supporting and promoting the sport of sailing for the youth of Manatee County. Through raffle ticket sales, sponsorships and donations, the Twin Dolphin Marina staff, their members and guests raised the money needed to pay tuition dues in full for two youth sailing scholarships.
Lisa Fath, Sailing Director for MRPF, said, “Time on the water is always a learning lesson. The Manatee River Pram Fleet teaches kids safety and sailing. We believe a kid on the water is a kid out of trouble!” Fath also thanked the Twin Dolphin Marina staff for hosting the event and for giving the gift of boating to a pair of young sailors.
The raffles incorporated fourteen different prizes with nautical themes including marine products and services provided by Freundship Marine Inc., Go Rentals, Nicholson Marine Services, Riverwalk Yacht Sales, Subsurface Inc., PIER 22 Restaurant, and the Twin Dolphin Marina. It was a spirited event, which included party games and barbecue provided courtesy of PIER 22 Special Events & Catering. Some first-time visitors to the Twin Dolphin Marina accepted tours of the 225 wet slip facility and others received vessel safety checks compliments of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Cynthia Belfatto, Harbor Master for the Twin Dolphin Marina, called the event a great success. She went on to say “National Marina Days is a wonderful way to promote boating as a family-friendly leisure activity and a terrific opportunity to remind locals and visitors that Twin Dolphin is the premier resort marina on Florida’s Gulf Coast.”
About Twin Dolphin Marina
The Twin Dolphin Marina, located on the picturesque waters of the Manatee River, offers easy access to Tampa Bay and Florida’s Gulf Islands. Lending to its charm, both on the water fun and nearby land attractions are plentiful and include such activities as family-friendly entertainment along the Riverwalk, downtown Bradenton nightlife, performances by the Manatee Players and ongoing exhibits at the South Florida Museum.Located only 25 minutes from SRQ Airport and in a protected walled harbor, the Twin Dolphin Marina includes 225 wet slips available for long and short-term stays. Members and visitors alike enjoy resort-style amenities, luxury liveaboard facilities, and award-winning waterfront dining at the PIER 22 restaurant. Other conveniences include a heated pool and spa, barbecue facilities, complimentary WIFI and cable television, an onsite business center and fax services, fuel dock, laundry facilities, and pump-out at slip.
Docking with Twin Dolphin Marina includes more than great views and high-end accommodations. It’s the friendly and knowledgeable team members that make the difference. Always ready with a smile and continuously working to exceed expectations, Twin Dolphin Marina management and staff provide a memorable riverside experience. For more information, please visit https://www.twindolphinmarina.com
About The Manatee River Pram Fleet
The Pram Fleet has a long and rich history in Manatee County going back to the early 1950’s. The fleet is a non-profit educational organization, which relies on donations to continue its programs. The Manatee River Pram Fleet is dedicated to supporting and promoting the sport of sailing for the youth of Manatee County including teaching sportsmanship, responsibility, self-reliance, respect for authority and equipment and the marine environment; while providing an atmosphere of good fellowship.Best regards,
Tabatha Davis
PIER 22
Director of Marketing
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Looking for Buddy Boats to the Bahamas
If you are headed for the Bahamas this summer and would like company, give John and Judy a call.
Looking for buddy boat(s) to cruise the Bahamas. John and Judy are sailing a 35 ft Heritage, departing the Miami area the end of June or early July, looking for the company of other boats to join us on the trip. We find that sailing with a “buddy” or 2 increases the enjoyment. The cruising area will be the Abacos and Bimini. We are a retired couple and are not licensed boat captains, but John has extensive experience in the Bahamas, but not recently. If you think you would like to take the trip, give us a call at 863-655-4153 and we’ll talk about it.
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Elske Visits Windmill Harbour Marina, Part II, Sunset, AICW Statute Mile 558
Windmill Harbour Marina, A SALTY SOUTHEAST 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.
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Potential Loopers Seek Your advice
Since many of you are Loopers, active or retired, you are certain to have words of wisdom for James and his wife as they contemplate casting off for distant shores. Let us hear from you!
My wife and I decided a few years ago that we weren’t going to do the Great Loop. However, we live in SW Florida and have discussed just cruising up the TennTom and related waterways to spend a summer in my hometown of Boyne City, Michigan. We’re 66 and it’s probably our last big adventure.
Any advice is welcome.
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It so greatly depends on your boat! If you plan to go up the Tenn-Tom, etc, you’ll eventually be going UP the Mississippi, against the current. If you have a fast enough boat, it’s do-able, particularly if you pick a time with no flooding. You also need to carry enough fuel to do the 250 mile run (approximately) from Grand Haven, KY to Hoppies Marina on the Mississippi. It can be a great trip. Best of luck!
Capt. Patti Moore/SEA SENSE
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Pierside Boatworks is Now Charleston Boatyard, Cooper River, Charleston, SC off the AICW
Pierside Boatworks is now Charleston Boatyard Marina!
Pierside Boatworks has sold and is now operating as Charleston Boatyard Marina, LLC. New owners and boat enthusiasts Andy Oberdier and Peter Ulber are ready to transform it into Charleston’s modern and easy to use Boatyard. We are excited to keep you up to date on all the latest developments and plans.
If you are interested in contacting us for service, questions, or just to say hi, please contact us!
Call us at the same number: 843-554-7775
Email us for service: service@charlestonboatyard.com
VIsit us on the web: www.charlestonboatyard.com
We will be revamping our website and Facebook page shortly. Also look for promotions and discounts arriving soon.
Paige Haines
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The information is incorrect. Pierside closed its operations. Charleston Boatyard operates at the location that Pierside used to operate. Charleston Boatyard is not Pierside.
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BEAUTIFUL photo Sue! Didn’t know you were such an accomplished photographer.
Greg Allard
M/V Meander