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Jul 14, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 29.3802,-81.62819999
Reeves Reports: Georgetown Marina and Lodge, Lake George, St. Johns River

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Georgetown Marina and Lodge lies north of marker #72, a short hop north of the St. Johns River’s northerly intersection with Lake George. Our thanks to Skipper Reeves for this report and photos.
Good stop on the river at North end of Lake George. Great people and fuel prices. Limited supplies. This is a fishing marina set up for fishermen and small boats. Large boats will be in slips out side and open to wakes, weather and boat traffic to the South. A good place to explore Salt Run Spring and to enjoy the fishing. Good laundry service. You can see no where from here and if you do not have a car very little is close. Old Florida style marina with southern hospitality.
Sonny Reeves
Georgetown Marina exposed to wakes from speeding fishermen.
Georgetown Marina is nice people and good fuel prices. Lots of fishing boats.
Georgetown Marina, You can see nowhere from here and visit Salt Run Spring

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Jul 14, 2015by: Larry Dorminy 1 Comment 37.2568,-76.48039999
Report from York River Yacht Haven, off the Chesapeake Bay

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Well, Phil and Sandy Herl have navigated their vessel right out of our coverage, moving into the southern Chesapeake Bay. York River Yacht Haven is in Sarah Creek on the northern shore of the York River, west out of the Chesapeake. Phil and Sandy, we thank you for your many reports and we wish you safe travels has you continue north.
York River Yacht Haven
Just a short run from Waterside to Yacht Haven, a little over 4 hours @ 8-10 kn. Wanted to get settled in before the weather starts, supposed to be here this pm but also more tomorrow. Also wanted to be in somewhere and tied up to a dock for the 4th of July week end.
Well it is starting,by the evening of the 3rd the marina is all but full, maybe one or two spots left and the sprinkling (rain) has started.
Were able to rent a car on Monday and see Jamestown, Yorktown and Williamsburg in the week we stayed at York River Yacht Heaven. For the weekend we just stayed on the dock.
York River Yacht Haven is a wonderful place to stop. Everyone is friendly and very helpful. And it is a good place to range out to the attractions in the area.
Phil and Sandy Herl

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Mike Ahart - July 14, 2015 - 2:49 pm

Great facility, indeed! Nice and protected for when the storms come, and nice pool to cool off when it’s super hot.
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Jul 12, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 36.8443,-76.29359999
Report from Waterside Marina, AICW Mile Zero, Norfolk, VA

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Located in downtown Norfolk on the east side of the Elizabeth River just opposite Portsmouth, this marina is a slight bit south of ICW mile marker zero. It is next to the Waterside Festival Marketplace, Town Point Park and the Battleship Wisconsin and Nauticus exhibits. There are many excellent restaurants and stores nearby, but no fuel or supplies at the marina itself. (from a report by Raymond Kurlak)
Waterside Marina, VA
Not a long run today, but we had to wait on the Great Bridge Bridge and the Great Bridge Lock, they are doing some repairs on the locks and were only letting boats through as they could. The noon opening did not happen, we were locked through at 1:00. It was only a one hour delay, all part of the adventure. Our travels have taken us 1365 NM since we left Palmetto area, we are almost where we want to continue our travels. I’m sure we can add a few more miles.
Stopped at Waterside Marina, a good stop for checking out Norfolk history. The Norfolk visitors center is just a block away. And the Cannon Ball Walk is also part of the area. The MacArthur Center mall is also within a short walk. Just a warning the mall does not have a Grangers, Lowe’s, Home Depot, Tractor Supply or any thing I was interested in. It did have a Mens Warehouse, but if it requires more than shorts and a tee shirt, I’m not going. I am becoming boatified. Have not worn anything but shorts and tee since March. Love it.
Phil and Sandy Herl

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Jul 11, 2015by: Larry Dorminy 1 Comment
Praise for Chuck Baier and Susan Landry, Beach House Publications
We absolutely echo Skipper Cecil’s praise! Captains Chuck Baier and Susan Landry have long been contributors to and supporters of Salty Southeast Cruisers’ Net, providing professional insight as both writers and cruisers. We are so very grateful for the friendship and alliance that has grown over the years and continues today.
It is always a pleasure to see new articles and review past first hand experiences and boating practices prepared in clear, concise and the interesting style of Chuck and Susan.
Looking forward to many more articles, instructions and personal experiences from them soon!
Alan V. Cecil
CLICK HERE for an index of articles by Captains Chuck Baier and Susan Landry, owners of Beach House Publications, and publishers of “The Great Book of Anchorages,”
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Robert Wilson - July 17, 2015 - 3:28 pm

I AGREE WHOLEHEARTEDLY! THESE TWO HAVE EXPANDED THE ENJOYMENT OF CRUISING FOR SO MANY. CAN’T WAIT FOR THEIR NEXT EDITION.
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Jul 9, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 27.2031,-80.26079999
Old Roosevelt Bridge Change of Schedule, Okeechobee Waterway Statute Mile 7.4

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Our thanks to Skipper Susan Parker for notifying us of this change of schedule and to Officer Lieberum for clarifying this “Old Bridge” – “New Bridge” situation. Our bridge directory has been updated.
Good Morning Larry,
Even I’m a little confused, mostly due to wording. Roosevelt Bridge use to be US 1 and Dixie in this area. When they built the new high level fixed US 1 Bridge the US 1 designation was removed from the Roosevelt Bridge; however it was never removed from the CFR verbiage therefore, the description in 33 CFR 117.317 makes it sound like the old US 1 bridge, this is incorrect as this is the NW Dixie Hwy regulation below – at some point the CFR will need to be corrected to reflect the correct roadway. As the bridges in this portion of the CFR are listed from east to west you will note that the FEC R/R comes before the US 1 bridge; therefore, one can determine that this is the correct regulation for this bridge.
According to 33 CFR 117.317 (d) Roosevelt (US1) bridge, mile 7.4 at Stuart. The draw shall open on signal; except Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. the draw need open only on the hour and half hour. However, the draw need not open between 7:30 a.m. and 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. except at 8:15 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. On Saturdays, Sundays, and federal holidays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. the draw need open only on the hour, 20 minutes after the hour, and 40 minutes after the hour. When the adjacent railway bridge is in the closed position at the time of a scheduled opening the draw need not open, but it must then open immediately upon opening of the railroad bridge to pass all accumulated vessels. Exempt vessels shall be passed at any time.
Hope this explanation helps.
Mike L
Michael Lieberum
Seventh Coast Guard District
Bridge Branch
Bridge Management Specialist
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Jul 9, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 26.9291,-82.06339999
Punta Gorda: Counterfeit Bills Alert, Charlotte Harbor, West Florida

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This Neighborhood Watch Alert comes from our good friend, Deanna Fritz of the Charlotte Harbor Visitor and Convention Bureau. Punta Gorda, A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR, is on Western Florida’s Charlotte Harbor/Peace River.

Deanna Fritz
Charlotte Harbor Visitor & Convention Bureau

18500 Murdock Circle, Suite B-104
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
941.743.1900
Fax 941.764.4932
www.CharlotteHarborTravel.com
www.CharlotteHarborMeetings.com
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Jul 9, 2015by: Larry Dorminy 1 Comment 35.533,-76.53559999
Good Visit to Dowry Creek Marina, AICW Statute Mile 131.5

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Dowry Creek Marina is a fine family-owned and family-run marina that has received MANY laudatory reviews here on the Cruisers’ Net. This facility lies off the AICW/Pungo River, north of Belhaven. Our thanks to Phil and Sandy for their good words for A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR!
Dowry Creek Marina, near Belhaven NC
Arrived at 3:45 a very long day, 7 hours. All are very tired. The crew did great, another windy cross wind type of docking, this time we had to get the stern line hooked and spring the bow into the dock. Got to fuel, pumpout and a grocery run they do have a loaner car.
The crew on the dock were great, got every thing we needed, ref the fuel, pumpout and docking. Iced up the cooler and ready for tomorrow. All the people are really friendly and want to help out in any way they can. I would like to stop in again.
Phil and Sandy Herl

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harold egor - July 10, 2015 - 8:51 pm

This marina is the best on the ICW. Car, pool and club house are outstanding. It is quite and clean. We had beer can chicken at the club house and watched captain Ron with fellow cruisers, a night to remember. If you need a place to rest for a couple days, this is the place. They make you feel at home.
In the morning have coffee on the deck and watch the humming birds.
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Jul 8, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments 32.6459,-80.27679999
Report from Tom Point Creek Anchorage, AICW Statute Mile 495.5

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The two Tom Point Creek anchorages are among the best south of Charleston, as a number of you have commented. Our thanks to Phil and Sandy Herl for this report.
Tom Point Creek
We finally left Lady’s Island Marina, after one month enjoying every minute. And getting our pumps and cat food delivered. With a late start we had to stop and just wait for the tide at Ashepoo/Coosaw cut but that was no problem, we have no agenda. When we got through the cut we thought about St Johns Marina or the Isle of Palms too late for either. Both jam up and jelly tight, we stopped at Tom Point Creek for an overnight anchor. No problem, and we enjoy an anchor out as long as the gen keeps working, and it did. Started out first thing in the AM and was running too early for Leland Marina (low tide) so we just dropped an anchor and waited out the tide and came in with no problems.
Just enjoying the trip.
Phil and Sandy Herl
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Jul 8, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments
VIDEO: Two Common Chores for Diesel Boat Owners
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These two chores are definitely a “been-there-done-that” situation for most diesel owners. However, it never hurts to get an expert’s advice on mechanical procedures.
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Jul 8, 2015by: Larry Dorminy No Comments
HSRP: NOAA Coast Survey, Call for Members, August 10 Deadline
Here’s your chance to have your opinion heard!

HSRP Federal Advisory Committee – call for members; NOMINATIONS DUE AUG 10, 2015
Hello,
NOAA is soliciting nominations for membership for the 2016 Hydrographic Services Review Panel, a Federal Advisory Committee. HSRP applications for year 2016 must be received by NO LATER THAN August 10, 2015, preferably via email to hydroservices.panel@noaa.gov. The Call for Nominations is available by PDF attached and at the following Federal Register website:
https://www.federalregister.gov/articles/2015/06/30/2015-16153/requests-for-nominations-hydrographic-services-review-panel
You are encouraged to forward the note below broadly to colleagues and partners who may be interested or know possible well qualified candidates for the Hydrographic Services Review Panel membership. The panel advises NOAA on operations and research issues related to hydrographic surveying, nautical charts, tides and currents, geodetic and geospatial data and measurements, coastal intelligence and resilience, and emerging Arctic priorities. Applicants should have expertise in marine navigation, port administration, maritime shipping or other intermodal transportation industries, cartography and geographic information systems, geodesy, geospatial data, physical oceanography, coastal resource management, including coastal resilience and emergency response, or other science-related fields.
Information on the Hydrographic Services Review Panel can be found at:
http://www.nauticalcharts.noaa.gov/ocs/hsrp/hsrp.htm
The Federal Register Notice for solicitation for 2016 HSRP nominations:
https://s3.amazonaws.com/public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2015-16153.
Current HSRP work: http://www.nauticalcharts.noaa.gov/ocs/hsrp/breakout_session/DrCallender6questions_HSRP_LB_CA2015.pdf
Current members http://www.nauticalcharts.noaa.gov/ocs/hsrp/panel.htm and past members Previous Panel Members
Charter http://www.nauticalcharts.noaa.gov/ocs/hsrp/charter.htm
If you have colleagues or membership lists, could you please share broadly. If you have questions, can you please email hydroservices.panel@noaa.gov. I appreciate your assistance on publicizing this opportunity to potential well qualified candidates.
Sincerely, Lynne
Lynne Mersfelder-Lewis
Hydrographic Services Review Panel, Federal Advisory Committee
Office of Coast Survey, National Ocean Service, NOAA, USDOC
NEW work cell: 240-691-6106 Phone: 301-713-2702 x199 Fax: 301-713-4019
Lynne.Mersfelder@noaa.gov
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