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    • Aug 21, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy 2 Comments 33.9061,-78.3859999

      Groundings at AICW/Shallotte Inlet Intersection, Problem Stretch Statute Mile 330, 8/21/2016


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      With two recent groundings at this AICW Problem Stretch, we are upgrading these reports to a Nav Alert. Until dredging is done, slow speed and mid to high tide is recommended for this intersection. Thank you Michael and Ken for sharing these incidents and SSECN is glad neither of you sustained damage in the grounding, other than your pride!

      Coming south 16Aug16 at +1′ above low. Draw 4′. At idle speed ran hard aground in mid-channel just past green buoy. C-Map charting [updated Sep15] shows channel angles sharply toward red at the green buoy — should have followed its suggestion. My mistake was to “stay mid-channel.” The bottom raised VERY quickly, almost a wall. After backing off, saw above 10′ in area on line between reds.
      Michael Loy

      We were also headed south through this stretch on August 14. We draw 3 feet. Just past the green we also ran hard aground. We were in the channel toward the red side as recommended, but not quite on the line between the two reds. There was no warning on the depth meter before it was too late. We were able to get off eventually using bow and stern thrusters and some wakes from passing small boats. We didn’t incur damage except to our equanimity.
      Captain Ken Hirsch

      Keeping in mind that rapid changes in shoals at inlet intersections is not unusual, RodC offers this January 2016 ACOE survey:

      http://saw-nav.usace.army.mil/AIWW/CFRLR/T_19-20/Tangent_19-20.pdf

      Latest ACOE survey for the area – clearly shows the traditional channel is ~100% shoaled to between 2 and 4ft MLLW. What channel there is (or was as of 1-16-2016) is just to the outside on the RED side of the marks.
      RodC

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To A “Navigation Alert” Position at Shalotte Inlet

      Comments from Cruisers (2)

      1. Wally Moran -  September 2, 2016 - 11:46 am

        The USACE advice I received from their boat’s Captain for both Lockwoods Folly and Shallotte’s at the ICW crossings was to proceed at about 30 feet off the reds. I’ve seen no less than 11 – 12 feet at low tide following that advice. Following your chartplotter there is a recipe for a grounding.

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      2. Raymond W Smith - "Fire Dog" -  August 26, 2016 - 4:37 pm

        Need to pay more attention to the Nav Markers than your “Chart Plotters”!!!!

        Reply to Raymond
    • Aug 18, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Sail to the Sun Cruising Seminar, October 10, Annapolis, MD

      Captain Wally Moran is an experienced Intracoastal Waterway cruiser and is well qualified to host his annual Sail to the Sun ICW Rally.

      The 2016 Sail to the Sun ICW Rally is very pleased to announce the premiere Sail to the Sun Cruising Seminar, to be held during the Annapolis Sailboat Show. Recognizing that sailors and cruisers both need and are actively looking for reliable information to make their voyages easier, safer and more enjoyable, Sail to the Sunʼs founder, Wally Moran, has set up a day long seminar event with top notch speakers.

      Leading off the list is Lin Pardey, who needs no introduction. Lin and Larryʼs mantra – go small, go simple, go now – is well known by all cruisers and has led thousands of us to untie the lines and head out. Lin will discuss offshore sailing from the point of view of the ʻnew to offshoreʼ cruiser. Of course, being Lin, there will be lots of excellent ideas for old salts as well, making this a must see seminar for everyone.
      New cruisers often wonder how to make that onboard partnership work in practice. Enter Captains Jeff and Jean Grossman, of Two Can Sail. Jeff and Jean discuss the cruising partnership and what works, plus what makes it better with tips and ideas on blue and pink chores, and who is actually running the ship – the admiral or the captain –
      or both. Their enlightening and entertaining advice has been welcomed by thousands of cruisers old and new.
      Even long time cruisers worry about crossing the Gulf Stream on their way to the Bahamas. Captain Dave Skolnick, past president of the Seven Seas Cruising Association and a long time delivery captain, has the techniques youʼll need for a smooth passage to these beautiful islands. Dave is also reputed to be an awesome onboard cook, and youʼll have the chance to ask him for his favorite recipes during the Roundtable Q&A session.
      If youʼve ever wanted to know how to set your anchor for that perfect nightʼs sleep, Dr. Greg Knutson, founder of Mantus Anchors and a cruiser himself, will guide you on the best practices for anchoring so that you wake up in the same place you went to sleep. Cary Wiener, of Pantaenius Insurance, will discuss yacht insurance, including insuring your vessel for a trip to Cuba should cruising to that island paradise be part of your plans.
      Dave Gillespie, of Cruising World, will be discussing cruising in the Bahamas. His talk will include how to cruise the Abacos and the Exumas, including the best anchorages and cays, where to anchor and the unique adventures you can enjoy in each location.
      Long time cruiser and writer and ICW expert Wally Moran will speak on cruising the ICW, that unavoidable first big step on an east coast cruisersʼ trip to Paradise. His seminar is full of tips and techniques designed to assist you in experiencing an enjoyable, comfortable and safe trip down the ʻDitchʼ.
      Following these information filled seminars, there will be a Roundtable Q&A session where you can ask any of the speakers your own questions. With the breadth and depth of knowledge at the table, you can be sure to get the answer youʼre seeking.
      Lunch will be served, and there will be a social session with refreshments after the Roundtable session.
      This event will be held at the Annapolis Maritime Museum, 723 2nd St. Annapolis Maritime Museum, Annapolis, on Monday, October 10 from 9 – 5. To purchase tickets, click through to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sail-to-the-suncruising-seminar-tickets-26973144401.
      If you need further information, the Rally Seminar page is at http://icwally.com/ICWally/Annapolis_Seminar.html or you can contact Sail to the Sun directly at ICW.Wally@gmail.com

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    • Aug 17, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 36.7201,-76.23939999

      Atlantic Yacht Basin Awarded 2016 Waterfront Business of the Year, Great Bridge, VA, AICW Statute Mile 12


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      A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, Atlantic Yacht Basin is located just south of the Great Bridge lock and bridge at Mile Marker 12.

      Our Community is a Better Place Because of You

      Steven Wright Executive Director Of Chesapeake Economic Development, Spencer Hull AYB’s Treasurer, Chesapeake’s Mayor Alan Krasnoff, and Jack Stumborg AYB’s President.

      Steven Wright Executive Director Of Chesapeake Economic Development, Spencer Hull AYB’s Treasurer, Chesapeake’s Mayor Alan Krasnoff, and Jack Stumborg AYB’s President.

      The Chesapeake Port Authority awarded Atlantic Yacht Basin its 2016 Waterfront Business of the Year.

      In bestowing the award to AYB, Steven Wright, Director, City of Chesapeake, Department of Economic Development, recognized Atlantic Yacht Basin “for its role in driving the local economy forward with sustained employment levels, new investment and job creation.”

      All of us at Atlantic Yacht Basin are proud to receive this award.

      We also recognize that there are awards and there are rewards. They are different, but share some of the same space.

      The Waterfront Business of the Year award totally caught us by surprise! We are so honored to be recognized as contributing to the economic health of our community.

      Chesapeake is the 3rd largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia based on population and the 2nd largest based on land mass. So, we are in good company with a long list of businesses that call Chesapeake their home, and contribute to our vital and strong economy.

      The rewards for us at AYB come from taking care of you: boat owners and your guests who stop at our facility as you make your way up and down the waterway.

      AYB’s family proudly offering a tradition of quality craftsmanship and excellence since 1936

      AYB’s family proudly offering a tradition of quality craftsmanship and excellence since 1936

      We take great pride in making sure that we exceed your expectations. Whether you are visiting us to top off your fuel, spending the night with us at our face docks, provisioning for your journey ahead, seeking a repair, looking for parts, planning a refit or storing your prized possession in our covered sheds — the largest under cover, fresh water storage facility on the East Coast – our reward is that each and every one of you put your trust in us.

      Our mission is to exceed your expectations.

      It’s our reward.

      The shared space between awards and rewards comes from serving you. The part we play in local economic development is the result of meeting your needs. We contribute to local employment by hiring dedicated and professional staff. We retain only the most experienced and reliable outside contractors.

      Our professional and knowledgeable Marine Store personnel stock and order only the best paints, varnishes, parts and equipment to keep your vessel as good as new. We take pride in fulfilling your needs, and at the same time, we are cognizant that this mission is also a resource for other local businesses that serve the boating sector.
      All of what we do is interdependent.

      In fact, the 2016 Waterfront Business of the Year award belongs to you, as much as it does to us.
      We are honored that you put your trust in us. And as a result, we have a thriving business in a community with a strong economy. Bringing your boat to AYB results in our success, which contributes to our community’s vitality.
      We wouldn’t be here unless you were here, and our community is a better place because of it.

      Awards and rewards…they share some of the same space.

      We are proud we can share our passion for boats with your passion for travelling America’s waterways—and that includes the Intracoastal Waterway, as it passes through Chesapeake, Virginia and in front of Atlantic Yacht Basin.

      We’re grateful that our customers come back to us boat after boat, year after year

      We’re grateful that our customers come back to us boat after boat, year after year

      All of us at AYB, our management team, office staff, mechanics, dockmasters, carpenters, painters, fiberglass specialists, marine store personnel, detailers and haulout crew, are honored to be recipients of this year’s Waterfront Business of the Year

      And we thank you for trusting your vessel with us.

      We hope to see you soon!

      As always, please give us a call toll free at (800) 992-2489 or local at (757) 482-2141 or drop us a line at info@atlanticyachtbasin.com for a free quote or to find out more about all of our comprehensive marine services.

      Your Friends at AYB

      Click Here To View the VA to NC Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Atlantic Yacht Basin

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Atlantic Yacht Basin

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    • Aug 17, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy 5 Comments 27.5304,-82.63299999

      Question re Anchor Light Requirement, Snead Island Anchorage, Manatee River, off Tampa Bay


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      Here’s a situation for you nautical lawyers. Is this a “better safe than sorry” case? Brian asks your input. Snead Island Anchorage, NOT a Special Anchorage, lies along the broad band of deep water northeast of marker #11 in the Manatee River. McKay Point to the east is a Special Anchorage.

      Is an Anchor light required while in ‘Safe Anchorage’ at Snead Island on the Manatee River? I have a 57 foot boat that is kept in the water. It is pulled not motor operated. I have been told it is not required but have received a ticket.
      Brian

      NOTE: Sean adds this comment and he is absolutely correct: the Special Anchorage is McKay Point Anchorage to the east. Therefore, Snead Island Anchorage would require an anchor light. Thank you Sean! Brian has his answer.

      The anchorage NE of marker 11 is NOT a designated special anchorage. It is merely an anchorage, plain and simple, and therefore anchor lights and day shapes are required.
      There is a designated special anchorage a little further east. It extends across the small cove between Snead Island Boat Works and the Bradenton Yacht Club. This anchorage is very small and shallows quickly and is thus nearly unusable by larger cruising vessels. We’ve stayed there and we had the whole place to ourselves; most cruisers prefer the anchorage you mentioned (the one with the abandoned fishing trawler in it. Again, that anchorage is *not* designated and does not enjoy any special exemption for lights and day shapes.
      Sean

      CLICK HERE for Federal Register Regulations

      Click Here To View the Eastern Florida Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Snead Island Anchorage

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Snead Island Anchorage

      Comments from Cruisers (5)

      1. Jim Davis -  August 18, 2016 - 11:08 am

        In reply to Brian.
        First the proper term is “Special Anchorage” and according to the law an anchor light isn’t required. From looking at the chart the actual area is a bit on the small side and if you were outside the designated limits a light would be required. One other point, the Cruisers Net chart for this area shows three anchorages – only the one next to the canal is a “Special Anchorage”.
        My own thought regarding this anchorage is that I would use an anchor light any way just to be safe.

        § 110.1 General.

        (a) The areas described in subpart A of this part are designated as special anchorage areas for the purposes of rule 30 (33 CFR 83.30) and rule 35 (33 CFR 83.35) of the Inland Navigation Rules, 33 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter E. Vessels of less than 20 meters in length; and barges, canal boats, scows, or other nondescript craft, are not required to sound signals required by rule 35 of the Inland Navigation Rules. Vessels of less than 20 meters are not required to exhibit anchor lights or shapes required by rule 30 of the Inland Navigation Rules.

        (b) The anchorage grounds for vessels described in Subpart B of this part are established, and the rules and regulations in relation thereto adopted, pursuant to the authority contained in section 7 of the act of March 4, 1915, as amended (38 Stat. 1053; 33 U.S.C. 471).

        (c) All bearings in the part are referred to true meridian.

        (d) Geographic coordinates expressed in terms of latitude or longitude, or both, are not intended for plotting on maps or charts whose reference horizontal datum is the North American Datum of 1983 (NAD 83), unless such geographic coordinates are expressly labeled NAD 83. Geographic coordinates without the NAD 83 reference may be plotted on maps or charts referenced to NAD 83 only after application of the appropriate corrections that are published on the particular map or chart being used.
        Jim Davis

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        • Brian -  August 18, 2016 - 1:17 pm

          Thank you very much! Your assistance is appreciated. Stay safe!

          Reply to Brian
      2. Sean -  August 17, 2016 - 2:47 pm

        The anchorage NE of marker 11 is NOT a designated special anchorage. It is merely an anchorage, plain and simple, and there for anchor lights and day shapes are required.

        There is a designated special anchorage a little further east. It extends across the small cove between Snead Island Boat Works and the Bradenton Yacht Club. This anchorage is very small and shallows quickly and is thus nearly unusable by larger cruising vessels. We’ve stayed there and we had the whole place to ourselves; most cruisers prefer the anchorage you mentioned (the one with the abandoned fishing trawler in it. Again, that anchorage is *not* designated and does not enjoy any special exemption for lights and day shapes.

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        • Brian -  August 18, 2016 - 1:17 pm

          Thank you Sean! I appreciate your help! Stay safe!

          Reply to Brian
      3. Sid clark -  August 17, 2016 - 1:45 pm

        Better to err on the side of safety. Use the anchor light

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    • Aug 16, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 26.8317,-80.05499999

      Marina Buck$ Now at Old Port Cove Marinas, North Palm Beach, AICW Statute Mile 1014


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      MARINA BUCK$ are coupons that spend just like cash money. Earn them at Old Port Cove Marinas. A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, Old Port Cove is located on the western shore of the northern Lake Worth channel, near unlighted daybeacon #7.
      marinabucks CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

      Click Here To View the Eastern Florida Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Old Port Cove Marina

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Old Port Cove Marina

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    • Aug 15, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Bahamas Chatter: Key largo to Bimini 30’cruiser

      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: Key largo to Bimini 30’cruiser
      Key largo to Bimini 30’cruiser
      Posted: 14 Aug 2016 04:55 AM PDT
      Looking for Buddy boats an extra hand or advise.
      Have a 30′ Sea Ray in key largo want to go to Bahamas on Tuesday August 16 2016.
      Have Explorer charts back up GPS, radio, satellite Eper and great twin Merc 350s.
      Want to check out a few places in Bahamas like Bimini, Nassau, Freeport, an airplane pilot with over 20k hours flown for 40 years and now want to grow my sea legs and go slow!!
      My first time doing this have very little confidence at this time. sure like to do this with other boats or at least with someone else on board to share the joy.
      Chris.
      Can email me, flycorpjet@aol.com

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    • Aug 15, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Report from Loggerhead Marina, St. Petersburg, Tampa Bay

      Loggerhead St. Petersburg lies on the upstream reaches of Frenchmens Creek, east of the charted 22 foot fixed bridges ‘“ Frenchmans Creek is accessed off the northward running channel which leaves the Western Florida ICW at marker #14. Our thanks to Christopher for this report.

      Loggerhead is in close proximity to a Publix shopping center so you can stock up on food and supplies. The marina is clean and has basic amenities (fuel, pump-out, water, electricity, showers, and a simple store with the basics), but it lacks repair services. It is not accessible to sailboats as there is a relatively low clearance bridge at the marina’s entrance.
      Christopher van der Kaay

      Click Here To View the Western Florida Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Loggerhead – St. Petersburg

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    • Aug 10, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment

      Good Words for SSECN Founder, Claiborne Young

      Compliments are always appreciated, especially when the praise is for our founder, the late Claiborne Young, author of numerous cruising guides for southeast waters from Norfolk to Mobile. Thank you Jim!

      Greatly appreciate the value of your site, and reminds me constantly of the early works of Claiborne Young guides that kept me in deeper water when I had the sense to read the guide carefully!
      Best regards, Jim
      James F. Sheegog

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      1. Rudolph Andreae -  August 26, 2016 - 11:19 am

        I would like a ruling consistent with the Spirit of the cruisers net
        I have introduced A nautical Trivia Question into the basic script by just speaking up 6 days a week. The moderators here are objecting to the few minutes it takes for Trivia. They tried to shut it down but popular demand from listeners made them allow it during the net . The moderators acquiesced begrudgingly . There are varying levels of moderator interference or ignoring nautical trivia altogether. i do this 6 days a week and it’s popular. But I’m tired of moderators interrupting the trivia time to move things along. Once in awhile it does take some guessing but usually it’s only a couple minutes. Trivia is the only time the moderators interfere during the net. I believe that the cruisers Net is for the cruisers not the moderators. If the cruisers here want nautical trivia than so be it . So. Does a daily Nautical trivia question and an uninterrupted time for cruisers to answer, violate the sanctity of the script, create undue hardship on the moderators to announce the trivia segment or is it in the spirit of the net to have a bit of fun during the net.?

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    • Aug 9, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy 1 Comment

      Reader Seeks Cruising Guide

      This reader in Tennessee is certainly well off SSECN’s beaten path, as is the cruising guide he seeks. However, if you have a usable copy of Vol #1 that you no longer need, let us hear from you.

      Hi I Want To Buy A Copy Of The Book “Doyle`s Cruising Guide Vol # 1 From Chicago To Paducah KY”. Can You Help Me Find It ? Thanks.
      Raymond & Shelia Aboard SHELAMOND A N-37 Great Harbour In Nashville TN. 615-533-3684 .

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    • Aug 6, 2016by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.1381,-80.81199999

      High Praise for Harbour Town Yacht Basin, AICW Statute Mile 565


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      Harbor Town Yacht Basin, A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, lies just off the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway on Calibogue Sound, below Statute Mile 565 at Marker 32, right in the heart of The Sea Pines Resort.

      8/5/16- Marina has been dredged. Nothing less than 8 feet throughout. This is by far one of the premier resort marinas on the East coast. Very professionally run and staffed. That free bottle of wine is a classy touch. Outstanding restaurants and shopping all over HH Island. Miles of bike trails and great beaches and swimming pool.
      Rick Sorrenti

      Click Here To View the South Carolina Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Harbor Town Yacht Basin

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