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    • Jul 22, 2022by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      Boating Etiquette 101: Docking, Fueling, and More! Dockwa

      In boating, etiquette isn’t just about being polite but also about safety. 

      Boating Etiquette 101:
      Docking, Fueling, and More!

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      In boating, etiquette isn’t just about being polite but also about safety. So you shouldn’t take it lightly, specifically if you’re new to boating. But, unfortunately, no one has written down these so-called rules–well, until now.

       

      If you’re a first-timer simply asking another friend that boats is unreliable as every boater is different, and some might play by their own rules. In this case, it’s best to trust us, the experts.

       

      Below you’ll find some boating etiquette basics, from the “rules of the road” to docking and dock manners, fueling, and more, plus other helpful blogs so you can avoid being THAT boater everyone loves to hate.

         

      Ramps and Trailer Etiquette

       

      If you’re using a trailer, there are a few things you need to know before hitting the road, like checking your trailer lights and brakes before heading to the ramp. You don’t want to be the boater who has to call a tow!

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      Fueling

       

      If you’re running low on fuel, it’s time to head to the gas dock. When refueling your boat, there are several things to keep in mind. For example, NEVER leave your boat unattended while fueling!

      Docking and Dock Manners

       

      If you’re new to boating, docking can be one of the most daunting tasks, especially if you’re trying to dock in a crowded marina. But, don’t worry; with a bit of practice (and patience), you’ll be docking like a pro in no time! Our best advice is to remain calm.

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      For more helpful tips and advice for your VHF radio conduct, anchoring, respecting your neighbors, your guests, and pets, and keeping the waters green, check out our full article below!

       

      These rules help keep the waterways clean and friendly, making boating a more pleasant experience for everyone. The guidelines also help ensure safety while boating. In addition, boaters familiar with and adhering to boating etiquette will have a fun, trouble-free time out on the water!

      BOATING ETIQUETTE 101

      Dockwa, PO Box 179, Freeport, ME 04032, USA

      janelle .cox@dockwa.com

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    • Jul 22, 2022by:   Larry Dorminy 2 Comments

      Offshore wind turbine impacts a trade-off, panelists say

      Construction of wind turbines off the North Carolina coast could affect birds and marine life, and while scientists and others seek more information on the extent of those effects, those who spoke during a forum last week in Wilmington said climate change is likely a greater threat.

      Offshore wind turbine impacts a trade-off, panelists say
      CoastalReviewOnline.org

      Comments from Cruisers (2)

      1. Nelms Graham -  July 24, 2022 - 7:01 am

        In addition, the nucs provide power 24/7.

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      2. Mike Schoener -  July 22, 2022 - 3:27 pm

        The article states that "The Kitty Hawk WEA and Wilmington East WEA are under lease. These areas have the combined potential to generate upwards of 4 gigawatts of power, the equivalent output of four nuclear power plants." That is not really factually accurate when comparing apples to apples.

        It is true that the nameplate capacity of the wind farm and four nuclear plants are both 4 gigawatts. But the capacity factor of a nuclear power plant ( the amount of power it actually produces compared to the nameplate capacity) is 90%. So 4 nuclear plants are capable of producing 3.6 gigawatts of power 24/7, 365 days a year. The average capacity factor of an off shore wind turbine is 45%. So the off shore wind farm is capable of producing 1.8 gigawatts of power 24/7, 365 days a year. A good amount of power for sure, but only the equivalent of 2 typical nuclear plants.

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    • Jul 20, 2022by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 31.0282,-81.47669999

      Georgia Stewardship Programs Funds Coastal Estuary Restoration


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      There are five cuts in the Satilla River basin, including the often used Umbrella Cut, an alternate route for ICW cruisers. This estuary restoration does not include Umbrella Cut or the Floyd Creek Cut. See Umbrella Cut.

      Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program helps fund coastal estuary restoration
      GADNR – Coastal Resources Division

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    • Jul 20, 2022by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments

      July OBX Park News – Your Official Sneak Peek: Pathways to Your National Parks!

      Outer Banks Forever is proud to support our Outer Banks national parks in a variety of ways — large and small.

      Your Official Sneak Peek:
      Pathways to Your National Parks!
       
       
      Outer Banks Forever is proud to support our Outer Banks national parks in a variety of ways — large and small. Today, we’re excited to share more with you about our largest undertaking to date, our Pathways to Your National Parks project!

      The first stage of this project will allow our parks to build a new paved, multi-use path on the grounds of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse that will better connect our community and our parks.

      Check out this video courtesy of our friends at REAL Watersports to learn more about this exciting project and be on the lookout for more details in the coming weeks!

      See you in our parks,

       Director, Outer Banks Forever

      Support Our Parks Today
       

      Meet Your Ranger: Isabel Gonzalez

      We’d like you introduce you to Isabel Gonzalez,Latino Heritage Internship Program (LHIP) Intern atFort Raleigh National Historic Site. She spends her workdays sharing the stories of the Freedmen’s Colony, the Carolina Algonquian peoples, and European settlers on Roanoke Island, swearing in new Junior Rangers, designing new educational wayside signs, and helping park visitors have the best experience possible.

      When she’s not working, you can find Isabel listening to music, exploring the outdoors, baking, and sewing!

      Meet Isabel
       

      Partner Spotlight: Swells’a Brewing Beer Company

      We’re excited to introduce you to our friends at Swells’a Brewing!

      Sam Harriss and her co-owners opened their beautiful brewery in Kill Devil Hills with a passion for brewing beer and a commitment to protecting the environment. We’re grateful they’ve chosen to partner with us through their 1% For the Planet membership. Each year, they will donate 1% of their profits directly to us to help us protect and enhance our Outer Banks national parks.

      Check out our Partner Spotlight to hear from Sam about how Swells’a Brewing got started and what its unique name means!

      Learn More
       

      All About Sea Turtles: Sea Turtle Hatchlings

      Our Ask A BioTech series continues this month with your most asked questions about sea turtle hatchlings!

      Supervisory Biological Technician Paul Doshkov gives us a look at the early lives of these favorite island visitors, including how they find their way to the ocean, what they eat, and the threats they face. (Hint: you can help prevent some of these!)

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      There’s Still Time to Adopt Your Sea Turtle Nest!

      Thank you to everyone who has adopted a sea turtle nest this summer! 

      Biological technicians at Cape Hatteras National Seashore are tracking 260 nests (and counting) so far this season, a significant increase in nests from last year. 

      Through our Adopt A Sea Turtle Nest program, you can symbolically adopt an active sea turtle nest at the Seashore and receive an official adoption certificate and information about your specific nest when it hatches.

      We expect the first nests to start hatching in the next few weeks and we currently have 151 nests that have been adopted. Our goal is to have 200 nests adopted by the end of August when we’ll close adoptions for the season — we’re almost there!

      Adopt Your Nest Today
      Please note: Nature belongs to all of us. No individual or group that participates in this program may claim ownership of a sea turtle nest, eggs, or hatchlings. For the safety of the sea turtles, your exact nest location will not be shared until after it has hatched. 
       
      Photo Credits: Isabel Gonzalez, Swells’a Brewing Beer Company,
      Cape Hatteras National Seashore.      Video Credit: Jeffrey O’Neil, REAL Watersports.
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    • Jul 20, 2022by:   Larry Dorminy No Comments 31.0282,-81.47669999

      Umbrella Cut – A Good Alternate Route When St. Andrew Sound is Rough, AICW Statue Mile 685


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      The choppy water problem while running the AICW’s passage across Georgia’s St. Andrew Sound results from the Waterway’s passage practically out into the briny blue, in order to clear Horseshoe Shoal, which occupies the Sound’s mid-width. Recognizing the potential for very dusty crossing here, the US Army Corps of Engineers has provided an alternate route, known as Umbrella Cut, BUT low water depths on this alternate passage can run as thin as 4 1/2 feet.

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Northern End of Umbrella Cut

      Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of the AICW’s Passage Across St. Andrew Sound

      Image Courtesy of Jim and Peg Healy

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