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On the Cover Photo of C’est la Vie by Sheryl Mayle, taken in the bight at Cape Lookout, N.C.

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Portal to the Past: Hurricane Hugo Retrospective Weathering the Storm Hard Aground: Calculating the Cost of Cruising Current Destination: Escape to Pleasure Island ecoBoating: Aquatic Cleanup Efforts From the Helm: Do You Know Where You Are? Beaufort by-the-Sea Tricentennial Currently Aweigh: Studying for Captain’s License in Kabul Yak Talk: Inflatable Kayaks The Sailor’s Life: Making the Transition Back to Land Hunting Island Lighthouse 150th Anniversary Regatta Roudup Casting About: First Time as a Deep Sea Fisherman

Feature Coverage This Issue: Nags Head, 38 Beaufort, 29

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Pleasure Island, 22 Isle of Palms, 14

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e bought a FREE magazine. How crazy is that? It is a question we have asked ourselves time and time again over the past few months. What did we really buy? Well, we purchased a reputation. For three years running, Carolina Currents has consistently produced a quality product for its readers. And by so doing, it has created an effective avenue for advertisers to reach those readers. Put simply, that is the business model we have inherited: entertain and inform boaters across the Carolinas, and relay the messages of advertisers to this unique demographic. We are a part of this demographic. We prefer to spend our precious leisure time on or near the water, which essentially defines the magazine’s target audience. In a way, the readers of this magazine are, by virtue of this common experience, our friends. Even though we may never have met, we share a passion for the water. We were attracted to the magazine first and foremost because we enjoyed reading it. We purchased it because we are boaters who love to write and take photos. And, most importantly, this is an occupation where we can both work together. The combined skills and background which we bring to the table are a very good fit for producing the style of stories which you have grown accustomed to reading in Carolina Currents every other month. You hold in your hands the first test of our skills as applied to the assembly of a magazine in its entirety. Rob and Jo have set a very high standard which we have striven to match. It is our sincere hope that, in your estimation, we achieved this rather daunting goal. We don’t plan any sweeping changes in the immediate future; however, going forward we may try out a few new things in an effort to keep the magazine fresh. In addition, our own preferences for selection and organization of content are

bound to show through. Otherwise, we intend to remain true to the founders of the magazine. Their mission is now our mission. The biggest challenge we face is keeping the magazine afloat and underway, financially speaking. This ship runs on advertising dollars, and without that power we are dead in the water. This is where you can help. Our current advertisers need to know that they are spending their money wisely. When you visit their business establishments, please let them know you saw their ad in Carolina Currents. It helps to strengthen our name and solidify our reputation. If you wish to become involved even more directly, we are looking for regional sales representatives across many areas of North and South Carolina. These are part-time, commission-based roles where the money you pocket is based entirely on the amount of ad space you sell. With the right independent sales contractors in place, we can be free to focus on the content of the magazine with the assurance that the operating costs will be covered. Contact us if you would like to learn more about becoming a part of the Carolina Currents sales force. For everyone else, we hope that you continue to enjoy the magazine. Please keep us posted as items of interest occur in your little corner of our big two-state distribution area. We are always interested in news and calendar events of interest to Carolina boaters. Our mail buoy is open for letters to the editor, and if you consider yourself a writer or have ever wanted to give it a try, we are always willing to review your submissions. Together, this big group of boating friends will continue to stay connected through Carolina Currents magazine. JEN WILLIAMSON

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From a Friend Who Followed Our Sailblog When We Were Down Island As soon as you said you had plans to come back from the islands I was worried, how would you ever come back and do anything as exciting and interesting as exploring paradise. I thought, “Don’t do it, keep going, see more places and put it on your sailblog site.” After all, you have kept my dream alive by allowing me to see the day to day experiences along with you on this journey. I couldn’t imagine leaving that behind, putting on your starched shirt and tie and heading back into the work force. Now the adventure continues, in a surprising new direction. Did you guys ever imagine you would be publishing a magazine? I knew you had plans to get published but what a shock to read that you guys are now publishing my favorite local magazine. It’s one of the first things I look for when I get to the boat. I GD Marina think I am asCarolinaCurrents:Layout excited for you now as when 1 you shoved off on your sailing adventure. I

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sailblog every day. When I came to work in the evening, it was one of the first things I did. It was my little fantasy and escape as an avid sailor. You are an “Everyman” with your down-to-earth experiences and coping with concerns about your trip. It is easy to relate to you as a coastal cruiser. So a big THANK YOU for the wonderful stories you gave us. Doug, you write so well: clear, succinct and intuitive. Sheryl, your photos were first-class and so artistic. I love Carolina Currents! I like Cruising World magazine, but even prefer CC since it is so local/regional and the advertisers are folks that I can use or visit. So glad you are the new owners. Since I do not live near the coast, a subscription might suit me. - Capt. Ray Jaklitsch, s/v Troubadour, an S2 8.0 center cockpit, kept at Cherry Point MC Base marina Capt. Ray, As you know from our sailblog, our first boat was a 26-foot S2 center cockpit and owners of like boats have a special bond, even if they have never met. Thank you

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And One More from a Reader of Our Sailblog Who is Currently Aweigh I have been an avid reader of your sailblog since you sailed Ashiya around the Neuse River. Following your blog as you moved up to Prudence and down through the Caribbean has been a part of my daily routine and will be sorely missed. You even inspired my wife and me to make the jump into cruising, and we foolishly leapt into the lifestyle with both feet when we purchased a Morgan 33 on the west coast of Florida. We made it as far as Labelle on

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Current Is Your EPIRB or PLB Properly Registered? A recently issued safety alert addresses the importance of ensuring your Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) or Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) are properly registered with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). In the event that you are in need of assistance from search and rescue authorities, transmission of the correct information from these devices is crucial to their efforts. The Search and Rescue Satellite-Aided Tracking (SARSAT) system is composed of stationary and orbiting satellites. For any given location, there is continuous coverage by a stationary satellite and coverage by an orbiting satellite every 60 to 75 minutes on average. The stationary satellites can receive all of the information transmitted by an EPIRB or PLB, but they are not capable of determining the position of the beacon unless the beacon has an optional GPS receiver, and not all models carry this option. Normally, position identification is accomplished by the orbiting satellites. So, if a beacon is not equipped with the optional GPS, it could take up to 100 minutes for the orbiting satellites to identify the location of the beacon. In the event of an improper registration of a vessel’s EPIRB or PLB, delayed or inaccurate notification - to search and rescue personnel - of your vessel’s name, homeport and emergency contact information may result. Lack of accurate information hampers the efforts of search and rescue authorities and may cause incorrect decisions related to the launching of appropriate rescue assets for the situation. Motivated by an actual event in which one of the circumstances surrounding a recent major marine casualty involving a commercial fishing vessel was the improper registration of the vessel’s EPIRB, NOAA has commenced an important safety initiative. They have begun emailing and mailing all owners/operators of EPIRBs and PLBs registered in the U.S. National Beacon Registration Database and requesting that they follow the steps listed below. The U.S. Coast Guard supports this initiative, and strongly recommends all vessel owners and The Boating and Waterfront Magazine

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operators attend to the following: 1. Confirm that current EPIRB and PLB registrations are correct. Cross-check that the Unique Identification Number (UIN) printed by the manufacturer on your EPIRB or PLB matches the UIN printed on the proof-of-registration decal sent to you by NOAA. The manufacturer-provided UIN is usually found on the exterior of the beacon, although in some cases the UIN is printed inside the beacon, under the beacon’s battery. You can also crosscheck that the above UINs match the NOAA registration database by visiting the National Beacon Registration website at: www.beaconregistration.noaa.gov and choosing one of the links for your existing beacon registration. If any of the numbers or letters in the UINs are different, your beacon may not be registered properly and you should contact NOAA immediately at: 301-817-4515 or 1-888-212-SAVE (7283). 2. Update EPIRB and PLB registrations if there are any changes to the vessel information, owner/operator information, emergency contact information, or if your registration information has expired. Registration data must be renewed every two years. Updates and renewals can be made using the same registration methods listed below. 3. Register new or previously unregistered EPIRBs and PLBs with NOAA via the internet at: www.beaconregistration. noaa.gov. Please note that registration is mandatory and is required by federal regulation. Alternatively, you can mail the registration form which can be found in the beacon’s packaging, or downloaded from the beacon registration website provided above, to the following address: Beacon Registration NOAA/NESDIS, NSOF, E/SP3 4231 Suitland Rd Suitland, MD 20746 The registration form can also be faxed to: 301-817-4565. If you have already received a registration safety notification from NOAA and responded accordingly, no further action is required until your next beacon renewal or update.

New Rescue 21 Communications System Introduced in North Carolina The U.S. Coast Guard formally accepted and introduced their new Rescue 21 advanced communications system at Sector North Carolina. This new capability, which will eventually be introduced nationwide, increases the ability of Coast Guard men and women to execute all of their missions, especially the search and rescue mission, with greater agility and efficiency. The rescue of a family of four on Father’s Day, reported in the July/Aug issue of Carolina Currents, demonstrated some of the favorable results the cutting edge capabilities Rescue 21 provides. Said Capt. June Ryan, Sector North Carolina commander, “Our men and women can now hear distress calls clearer, quickly narrow down the location of each call and arrive on-scene much faster than with our older system. That means more lives saved along the North Carolina coast.”

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Rescue 21 is an advanced command, control and communications system that was created to better locate mariners in distress and save lives and property at sea and on navigable rivers. As the marine version of 9-1-1, it facilitates better communication in emergency situations. With its advanced direction finding capabilities and increased range, Rescue 21 helps the Coast Guard better “hear the call” and quickly respond to boaters in distress. It also helps identify hoax distress calls made from land that can unnecessarily divert Coast Guard assets and manpower. This acceptance formally brings those capabilities to North Carolina and increases total U.S. coastline currently covered by Rescue 21 to more than 28,000 miles. “We’re very pleased with this project,” said Rear Adm. John Korn, program executive officer and director of acquisition programs. “This marks a tremendous leap forward in our ability to save lives at sea. Rescue 21’s success in North Carolina and nationwide is the result of the dedicated work of many Coast Guard and industry

personnel, as well as sustained support from the Congress and the Department of Homeland Security.” Sector North Carolina will be installed in phases. There is currently limited Rescue 21 coverage in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Full deployment of Rescue 21 in Sector North Carolina is scheduled for May 2010. Sector Charleston, South Carolina, accepted the Rescue 21 system in December of 2008.

Loaner Lifejackets Available for Kids The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is making it easier for boating families to stay safe. Their life jacket loaner program allows families who have a temporary need, to borrow a kid’s lifejacket for the day or weekend. If you are a boat owner who is having guests with young ones aboard, or a parent initially exploring the world of boating to see how the kids will like it, this program may be just what you need to avoid purchasing a lifejacket for a limited-use situation. Sites where the loaner jackets are avail-

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Funding for Dredging Approved by House and Passed by Senate WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. House of Representatives recently voted 320 to 97 to approve H.R. 3183 - The Fiscal Year 2010 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. The bill includes funding for several Army Corps of Engineers dredging projects that were left out of President Barack Obama’s 2010 budget. The Senate later passed the bill (S. 1436) by a vote of 85 to 9, with a measure inserted into the House-passed bill. The final bill includes over $6 million in funding for various North Carolina coastal dredging and waterway projects. These include dredging at Lockwoods Folly, Carolina Beach Inlet, Bogue Inlet, New Topsail Inlet, and Bulkhead Channel in Beaufort Harbor. Garmin Recalls BlueChart g2 and g2 Vision v2009 Garmin, Ltd. has announced a voluntary product safety recall of the 2009 version of its marine cartography data card, BlueChart g2 and g2 Vision. Affected data cards were sold between April 8 and June 3, 2009. Garmin has received reports of data cards giving inaccurate depth indications in waters along the coast of Sweden and Denmark. Because they cannot be certain that these issues will not manifest themselves

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Carolina Marine Incident Reports When Riding on a Personal Watercraft Lifejackets are Required by Law ORIENTAL, N.C. - On July 5, the Coast Guard, Marine Corps and Pamlico County Sheriff initiated a search for a missing teen in the Neuse River near Oriental. Three teenagers had gone out on a personal watercraft (PWC) and only two were wearing life jackets. They began swimming and the boy without the life jacket began to struggle. One of the teenagers headed for the PWC while the other tried to get a life jacket to the struggling teen. Unfortunately, the teen went under before he could get the life jacket and did not resurface. The body of the teenager who drowned was later found near the Cherry Branch ferry terminal, about five miles by water from where the surviving boys indicated they had taken the PWC into the river. The laws of both North Carolina and South Carolina require that each person riding a PWC must wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device. Know Your Physical Limitations and Use Alcohol Responsibly BOGUE INLET, N.C. - A 61-yearold man died near the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway off Bogue Inlet on July 8.

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Bridge Spans are Designed with Protective Fendering for Navigation DARE COUNTY, N.C. - The Coast Guard and N.C. Department of Transportation responded to a collision with the Herbert C. Bonner Bridge, which spans the Oregon Inlet, on June 24. The recreational boat Inger, a 70-foot vessel, struck a piling of the first span of the bridge while transiting outbound, sustaining damage to the starboard side of the boat above the waterline. There were two people onboard and no injuries were sustained. There was also no pollution and the vessel was not taking on water. A team from Coast Guard Marine Safety Detachment in Nags Head, N.C. inspected the damage to the vessel. At the same time, a boarding team from Coast Guard Station Oregon Inlet performed field sobriety tests on the Master including a breathalyzer. He was determined not to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. “We urge boaters to only use the protected span of the bridge for navigation,” said Lt. Gregory Mosko, supervisor of Marine Safety Detachment Nags Head. “There is only one protected span - the center span. All of the others have no protective fendering.”

According to his wife’s report to the Coast Guard, the man got in the water from his boat in Bogue Inlet to assist his wife and the owner of the boat with setting the anchor. He reportedly began struggling in the water while attempting to get back in the boat. A good samaritan called the Coast Guard at 3:39 p.m. stating he had responded and was holding the man against his boat, but was unable to pull him completely out of the water. A rescue boat crew from Station Emerald Isle arrived on scene and recovered the man from the water and commenced CPR en route to the N.C. Wildlife Ramp in Cedar Point. Awaiting emergency medical personnel pronounced the man deceased at the ramp and transported him to Carteret General Hospital in Morehead City. Another Coast Guard crew from the station towed the boat with the man’s wife and the boat’s owner to the wildlife ramp. The boarding officer noticed during the post-search-and-rescue boarding that the owner, who had been operating the vessel, was impaired. The passenger was tested and determined to be intoxicated. She was arrested by the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission at the ramp. “We ask boaters to use extreme caution when entering the waters within our area of operations because of strong and deceiving tidal currents,” said Senior Chief Petty Officer Ryan Brodie, officer in charge of Coast Guard Station Emerald Isle.

Boat Found Without Boater Aboard ATLANTIC BEACH, N.C. - The Coast Guard searched for a 67-year-old man who was overdue from a fishing trip off Atlantic Beach. Coast Guard Station Fort Macon was called at approximately 9:30 p.m. July 9 and told that the owner of a 28-foot Grady White boat was overdue. The caller indicated that the boater’s plans were to go to Big Rock to go fishing. At about 12:45 a.m. that same night, a 9-1-1 operator told Coast Guard watchstanders that a 28-foot Grady White was found washed up on the beach at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejune, N.C. “A clear

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indication his intended plans to fish at Big Rock must have changed.” said Lt. j.g. Scott Hembrook, public affairs officer at Sector N.C. The boat was found with the engines running and fishing lines were cut. The 28-foot boat was launched from Anchorage Marina in Atlantic Beach at about 5:30 a.m. and was supposed to return around 4 p.m., according to his float plan. Since finding the boat, the case shifted to searching for a person in the water. Lt. j.g. Hembrook indicted that the Coast Guard deployed all available assets and coordinated with the Marines for a search which continued for nearly three days and covered 13,413 square miles, an area roughly equivalent to the size of Maryland. Unfortunately, those search efforts yielded no results. Mariners are encouraged to provide detailed float plans to a friend or loved one, in writing, and when those plans change make sure to notify those contacts ashore. Mariners should also consider VHF radios equipped with digital selective calling, which can be registered with all of their

information. This will give the mariner capabilities to send their distress signal much further and will aid in search and rescue coordination efforts.

EPIRB Contact Information Facilitates Rescue PAMLICO SOUND, N.C. - The Coast Guard rescued two men on July 13 near Great Island in Pamlico Sound after the 34-foot fishing vessel they were aboard capsized. The Coast Guard received a 406 MHz Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) alert from the fishing vessel Claudia Jean Sunday evening. Watchstanders contacted the vessel owner’s family and verified that the fishing vessel Claudia Jean was underway shrimp fishing in Pamlico Sound. Attempts to contact the vessel through a sister ship were unsuccessful. A rescue helicopter crew from Coast Guard Air Station Elizabeth City, N.C. and Coast Guard boat crews from Stations Hobucken and Ocracoke were launched to begin a search for the missing men. Dur-

ing the search the helicopter crew located coolers floating in the water that were identified as coming from the Claudia Jean. The helicopter crew continued their search and located both men clinging to the hull of the boat. Both were hoisted and taken to Air Station Elizabeth City in good condition. The Coast Guard urges mariners to equip their vessels with a 406 MHz EPIRB whenever they are on the water. And, according to the lead article in the Current News section of this issue, be certain that the EPIRB is properly registered. The EPIRB provides valuable information which can assist rescuers if the vessel is in distress.

Late to Return Leaves Wife Concerned ATLANTIC, N.C. - A Coast Guard helicopter crew rescued two missing men and their dog on the morning of July 18 off the Core Sound banks near Atlantic. The men departed from Atlantic at 10 a.m. July 17 and planned to go fishing in the Core Sound area from Nelson Bay to

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Vessel Sinks in as Little as Five Minutes AVON, N.C. - A Coast Guard helicopter crew rescued two fishermen after their boat sank 14 miles northeast of Avon on the morning of Aug. 5. The fishermen aboard the Rose Mary, a 41-foot wooden shrimper, made a distress call to Sector North Carolina watchstanders on VHF channel 16 stating they were taking on water. The watchstanders issued an Urgent Marine Information Broadcast to 525 Front Street Georgetown SC

alert mariners in the vicinity of the fishermen’s distress. An MH-60J Jayhawk helicopter crew from Air Station Elizabeth City hoisted the two people to safety. The fishermen were transported back to the air station in good condition and required no medical assistance. The fishermen stated the vessel sank in about five minutes and were unable to locate the source of the flooding. The owner will arrange salvage of the vessel. “Sector North Carolina issued a Safety Marine Information Broadcast to advise mariners on the location of the sunken vessel,” said Senior Chief Petty Officer James Moore, the command duty officer at Sector North Carolina. “Mariners are reminded to take caution while transiting this area and listen for the broadcast on channel 16 and 22 on their marine radio.”

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said the man fell overboard while trying to retrieve a crab pot. He reportedly submerged and never resurfaced. The operator of the vessel immediately stopped and anchored, but did not see the person surface. He was not wearing a life jacket and reportedly was unable to swim. Crews from Coast Guard Sector North Carolina launched a rescue helicopter from Air Station Elizabeth City and rescue small boat from station Elizabeth City at 9:27 a.m. and began searching near Frog Island in Albemarle Sound. The Coast Guard deployed a data marker buoy to pinpoint the area with the highest probability to locate the missing fisherman. The N.C. Marine Patrol, N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, Hertford Emergency Response Team and a dive team from New Bern also assisted in the search. The Coast Guard covered 300 square nautical miles, but was not successful. Search efforts were suspended on July 29. “Mariners are reminded to take particular caution while working on the water, including wearing a life jacket and watching your footing,” said Lt. j.g. Scott M. Hembrook public affairs officer for Sector N.C.

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Hurricane Hugo: 20-Year Retrospective

hen you own a boat along the coast of North or South Carolina, you tend to pay close attention to the tropical weather forecasts. You need to be ready to make decisions in short order. Are an extra set of dock lines required and are they long enough to handle an extreme storm surge? Should canvas or other loose objects be removed or secured? Perhaps this is going to be a big one and the boat should be hauled? These are important questions where the more lead time you have, the better prepared you can be to take necessary actions. With the data now available online, we can stay in close and constant touch with current weather conditions and projections. Some of us have even taken to following each tropical wave as it moves westward across the Atlantic from Africa, in an effort to get a jump on the potential for severe weather to develop. At the command of our fingertips, quantitative data ranging from sea surface temperatures to wind shear appears on the screen. Even qualitative assessments of factors influencing tropical storm development, such as Sahara dust or external weather disturbances, are

easily researched. Had we been watching with this armchair technology 20 years ago, we would have seen a group of thunderstorms move off the coast of Africa on Sept. 9, 1989. These storms were the origin of what was to become Hurricane Hugo. Hugo would eventually make landfall in South Carolina as a category 4 hurricane and leave a path of destruction behind as it

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Emily

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Brushed the Outer Banks, N.C.

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Bertha

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Landfall between Wrightsville Beach and Topsail Beach, N.C.

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Landfall near Cape Fear Inlet, N.C.

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Bonnie

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Landfall near Wilmington, N.C.

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Floyd

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Landfall near Cape Fear Inlet, N.C.

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Isabel

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Landfall at the Outer Banks, N.C.

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Alex

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Brushed the Outer Banks, N.C.

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Landfall near North Myrtle Beach, S.C.

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Gaston

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Landfall at Awendaw, S.C.

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Ophelia

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Ran parallel to land between Morehead City and Cape Hatteras, N.C.

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crossed the state and continued on through western North Carolina. Although Hurricane Hazel in 1954 made landfall near the border between North and South Carolina as a category 4, Hugo was deemed the most intense hurricane in history to strike the east coast north of Florida. By Sept. 10, those thunderstorms had organized into a tropical depression southeast of the Cape Verde islands. The next day the system intensified into a tropical storm and became a hurricane two days later, half-way through its journey across the Atlantic. The storm intensified from a category 1 to its peak strength as a category 5 storm while still 500 miles from Guadeloupe. It remained a frightening category 4 system two days later when it passed through the Leeward Islands and crossed over St. Croix, U.S.V.I. The islands of Puerto Rico took a little of the steam off Hugo as it exited the area a category 3 on Sept. 18. With todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s technology transported back 20 years, we may have been following the stormâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s progress through any one of a dozen internet sites. An iPhone, BlackBerry or other smartphone would make this information available anytime, www.carolinacurrents.com

anywhere we went. As we watched the regular updates of this mid-September storm, we probably would have relaxed a bit as the storm decreased in intensity to category 2 north of the Turks and Caicos islands. That reprieve from concern would have been short-lived though, as reports of Hugoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s re-intensification to a category 3 and ultimately category 4 storm less than 300 miles away from Charleston would have flooded the weather websites and discussion forums. Approaching the eastern continental United States, the storm was nearly the size of Texas and carried maximal sustained winds in excess of 140 mph. Landfall occurred at Isle of Palms, S.C. on midnight on Sept. 21, 1989. Although hurricane force winds were experienced even on the weaker side of the storm at Folly Beach, the worst that Hugo had to offer was suffered by those to the north of the eye. High winds and a storm surge of up to 20 feet combined to make a demon of destruction. Awendaw, Bulls Bay, and McClellanville experienced the worst of the storm surge;

however, Myrtle Beach, Surfside Beach, Garden City, and Murrells Inlet were also impacted by the exceptionally high tides. The North Carolina coast was not spared the wrath of Hugo, as significant damage was done to Brunswick County. Although those who live or keep boats at the coast are attuned to the threat of hurricanes, the further you go inland the less motivation there is to be aware of tropical cyclone threats. Hugo, unfortunately, did not diminish in strength as rapidly as other hurricanes generally do upon crossing the threshold from water to land. With an expansive reach of 150 miles, the storm continued. It is estimated that up to 3,000 tornadoes were embedded within the hurricane. Hugo flattened much of the Francis Marion National Forest, leaving 70 percent of the forest in ruins. It passed between Columbia and Shaw Air Force Base on the morning of Sept. 22, while still generating hurricane force winds. As the storm crossed from South Carolina to North Carolina and passed just west of Charlotte,

it transitioned from hurricane to tropical storm status. Despite this decrease in intensity, Gastonia, Monroe, Lincolnton, and Hickory were also hard hit by the storm. In all, 29 counties in North Carolina and 24 counties in South Carolina were declared federal disaster areas. Twenty years later, how each of us monitors the potential threat of tropical weather systems differs in both the scope and availability of data. We can be as informed as we choose to be. However, nobody can tell us specifically what actions to take in order to protect our own lives and personal property. Thus, the responsibility for decision making lies with the individual. Be certain to keep abreast of weather developments and have a plan of action ready to implement when necessary to protect what you own. But understand the impact of extremely severe weather systems like Hugo and do not forget to prioritize life and limb over property and possessions as you make critical decisions on how to act in the face of the storm.

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Weathering the Storm Lost Your Boat? Don’t Lose Your Shirt

y time you read this, hurricane season will be in full swing, and perhaps one might have just whacked your boat - although I certainly don’t wish that experience on anyone. Hopefully, you’ve read the thousands of articles over the years about how to physically prepare your boat for an approaching hurricane. In this article we will discuss the financial preparations you should make and will discuss post-disaster responsibilities. In order to assist you with these preparations, I recently interviewed Richard Geisel, of Geisel Marine Surveys and Consultations. Richard has been surveying boats in the mid-Atlantic region since 1975. He is a Certified Marine Investigator and a Principal Marine Surveyor.

McClellanville, SC after Hugo Q: Do I understand you correctly? Under an actual cash value policy, I could pay premiums for $50,000 worth of coverage - for and hull coverage should be separate items what I believe is a $50,000 boat - but my in your policy. insurance company may not pay me $50,000 if they declare it total loss? Q: Richard, you’ve got me wondering A: That is correct. There are different about my own coverage. I’ll be looking up my types of policies and you need to underagent’s phone number in just a minute. In stand what you purchased. And there is the meantime, we’re going to pretend that a another factor to consider, recovery and hurricane has just marched up the coast and preservation. Under many policies, the cost made a beeline for our reader’s boat, trashing of recovering the boat is combined with it, along with everything else in the marina. the hull coverage. For example, you have a In this hypothetical calamity, what should the $50,000 boat, and you think you purchased boat owner do first? a $50,000 “policy.” If the cost of recovering A: Contact your insurance agent immeyour vessel is $20,000, you may only receive diately. Follow his instructions on how $30,000 for your boat in the end. Recovery to officially report the claim and obtain a claim number. Write down your claim number. The agent might instruct you to call the insurance company directly and speak to the claims department. If not, do so anyway and get the information straight from the claims office handling the catastrophe. Every time you speak with your agent or the insurer, take notes and be sure to write down the date, time and name of person with whom you are speaking. After contacting your agent, call a repair facility to get in line for estimates and repairs. FLORIDA KEYS - PUBLIC LIBRARIES

Q: Richard, obviously our readers should prepare physically for hurricanes - doubling lines, adding chafe protection, removing canvas, etc. – but what financial precautions should they take? A: Before hurricane season starts, or as soon as possible in the case of this year, you should have a policy review with your agent. There are two types of policies actual cash value and agreed value. Under an actual cash value policy, your insurer may depreciate your boat’s value based on its

age or make an adjustment for the current market price of your model boat. The insurer will use published sources such as ABOS, NADA and Sold Boats. With an agreed value policy, you and your insurer agree ahead of time to a contractual value for your boat. Obviously, this is the best type of coverage to have.

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Q: Once the insurance company is notified and a claim is filed, should the owner do anything to the boat or just leave her where she is? Should he spend any money out of pocket or invest time and labor into the boat? At what point is it “out of his hands?” A: The responsibility for your boat is www.carolinacurrents.com

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Laughter Lines You’re Not a Real Boater Until You Have ...

Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) takes a humorous look at boating and sailing and wants every American to know they cannot be considered a “real” boater until they have:

# Forgotten to install the drain plug before launching the boat: Suddenly realizing you’re ankle deep in water, scrambling to contort over the transom to install the plug, or rushing to get the boat back on the trailer faster than a NASCAR pit crew really means “you’ve arrived” in recreational boating. # Contracted a case of “raccoon eyes”: Caused by permanently attached sunglasses and the sun’s rays reflecting off the water, the “raccoon eyes” look is charnever “out of your hands.” Ask your agent or insurer what steps to take. You are responsible, to the best of your ability, to secure and preserve the boat from further damage. If you can’t reach your agent or insurer, don’t wait. Your boat is your responsibility and you must take all reasonable and prudent steps required to preserve her, including re-floating her and moving her to a repair or storage facility. Keep a detailed file of all expenses and forward copies to your insurer. Knowing the coverage details of your policy will help you in the process. Q: What sort of process can our reader expect if the boat appears to be a total loss? A: Insurance companies send catastrophe teams to regions affected by named storms to handle many different asset classes – real estate, autos, boats, etc. In addition to adjusters, these teams may also include professional marine surveyors. If your boat is declared a total loss you will be paid according to your policy. This is why it is preferable to have an agreed value policy with salvage and hull coverage separately defined. The Boating and Waterfront Magazine

acterized by a mask-like whiteness around the eyes surrounded by sunburned cheeks, nose and forehead. Cold, rainy weather is the only known cure.

# Sent boating-themed holiday cards: Whether it is sailing Santas, lighthouses with Christmas wreaths, or Rudolph pulling a boat full of toys boating-themed holiday cards keep the boating bug alive in the darkest winters. Non-boating family and friends will just think you’ve gone off the deep end. # Purchased a Jimmy Buffet CD: A favorite of sailboaters, usually accompanied by a blender and a shaker of salt attached to a tether so it does not get lost. # Started shopping for a bigger boat the day after you buy your first one:

Also known in the psychological field as “three-feet-i-tis,” this disease is characterized by irrational and envious thoughts of larger vessel ownership. Most health plans do not provide for its treatment.

# Sanded the boat’s bottom, varnished the hull, replaced a plank and enjoyed every minute of it: For old boat lovers, nothing gives a better sense of pride than knowing you made your classic look more wonderful than a fine piece of antique furniture. # Seen a sunrise over a glassy waterway and realized you are in Heaven: Most “real” boaters understand that boating and sailing are medically proven to lower blood pressure, whiten teeth, lower cholesterol and delay the aging process.

Q: I’m definitely calling my agent. Let’s now assume an adjuster has been by and inspected the boat. The damage was extensive, but the boat wasn’t totaled. The adjuster has one settlement amount, but our reader feels this is way too low, based on estimates he solicited from the boatyard. How does he reconcile the problem? A: The procedure for disputes is laid out in your policy. If there is a dispute in a total loss situation, you can request a formal valuation appraisal from your insurance company. Submitting estimates from a boatyard or obtaining a second opinion from a marine surveyor can often reconcile repair cost disagreements.

enough in the initial repair process your insurance company may cancel all repairs and reclassify your boat as a total loss.

Q: Our unfortunate reader now has his boat in for repairs. The yard discovers many items that were overlooked by the adjuster. How should the owner proceed? A: Overlooked damages should be reported, photographed and estimates submitted to the insurance company. No work should be performed until your insurance company approves the work through a supplemental claim. They will want to ensure the damage is storm-related. If caught early

I don’t know about you, but I have a phone call to make!

Q: What about an owner who is an addicted do-it-yourselfer who doesn’t trust anyone to touch his vessel? How does he get compensated for the damage? A: You may perform the repairs yourself. The procedures for determining the cause, scope of the damage and cost to repair remain the same. Many companies will pay you directly and you are then free to do the work yourself. Thanks Richard, that was an eye opener.

While George Roberts is busy calling his insurance agent, we wanted you to know that Richard Geisel is a member of the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors (SAMS) and International Association of Marine Investigators (IAMI). For a survey, or help with a claim dispute, you can reach Richard Geisel at 804-3397996 or www.marinesurveyor.com/geisel.

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“Because I love you and thought it would make you happy.” “Well, it didn’t. So don’t be so nice next time, okay?” “You mean there’s going to be a next time?” My wife has strong opinions about boating. Or, at least, boating with me. Her idea of the perfect passage begins when the anchor is set, the sails are furled and a nest of cushions has been configured in a corner of the cockpit. After I’ve left to go walking on some remote stretch of the shoreline, she melts into the cockpit and naps in the shade of a canvas cloth. To her this is the essence of sailing. During these quiet moments of pink sunsets and saltladen sea breezes, she will reluctantly admit that she enjoys boating with me. It’s the sailing part that turns her stomach. If sailboats are built to heel then my wife is bound to squeal. During one of our final passages I was down below fixing lunch while she lay in the cockpit with a cold dishrag draped across her forehead. Every few minutes I’d step into the cockpit to make sure the boat’s autopilot was still automatically taking us off course, and to see if my bride had fallen over or jumped in. During one of these inspections, I brought her lunch on a plastic plate and asked, “Do you want to eat this sandwich yourself, or should I just throw it over the side and save you the trouble?” She glared at me the way she does when I ask about that other activity wives sometimes dislike. Right then I decided to keep my mouth shut the rest of the passage. I was glad one of us could. It’s not important to know how we stumbled into a 33-foot sailboat, or why we agreed to commit to something of that magnitude. It’s only enough to know that my wife had agreed to help finance and care for that sorry boat FLICKR.COM/NATALIELUCIER

t was not the happiest day of my life, saw some mechanical work coming his as many had claimed it would be, but way, since there was very little chance I there was a peace in my heart as my would use the tool properly and thus, I was wife and I stepped off our boat and onto likely to destroy what was otherwise a good the dock for the final time. Our “waterengine. I returned to my boat with the stud front home” had been sold (pawned off to remover and began to pull and tap, stopbe exact) and we were free of the burden ping every few minutes to squirt WD-40 of caring for an old sailboat. Lest anyone all over the engine, myself and my wife. try to convince Finally the nut you otherwise, Our painful journey down this broke free - but boat ownernot in one piece. path of broken dreams began The part that ship is a stout obligation that was joined to the the weekend our sailboat’s can drive even stud remained inboard engine died. the strongest stuck. man to tears. It did me. And now, so were we. Our painful journey down this path A lot of broken dreams fused together of broken dreams began the weekend in that heated moment. That was not the our sailboat’s inboard engine died. While first time I’d been disappointed by the temother couples sailed to beach bonfires and peramental mood swings of our sailboat, twilight raft-ups, my wife and I immersed and it certainly wouldn’t be the last. But it ourselves in communal sweat as we tried to was a turning point. repair the cranky beast that lived beneath From that moment on, the allure of the cockpit steps. The thermostat was stuck boat ownership was gone. The charm of shut, restricting the flow of cool water that sailing changed from joy to job. I rememnormally surged through the engine block. ber looking up at my wife through angry In an act of desperation, I commandeered a eyes filled with perspiration and tears, thermostat off an abandoned Ford pickup demanding to know why anyone would truck. I was certain the whole project spend good time and money for this sort wouldn’t take more than an hour. of misery. At least, that’s what I told my wife. “Surely, camping in a stand of pines We’d be arriving late at the Cape and with a bevy of sand fleas gnawing at the would probably miss the clam bake, but it canals in my nostrils can’t be any worse was the Fourth of July, and as long as we than this,” I said. “Why’d you let me talk arrived in time for the sunset and fireworks, you into buying this boat?” what did it matter? I extracted the first three bolts with ease, but the last nut wouldn’t turn at all. There was just no way I was going to remove it with just a box-end wrench, so I hopped in my dinghy and paddled across the creek to the boat yard, where I hoped to borrow a stud remover. Loaning tools to incompetent boat owners was against the boatyard’s policy, but I knew the owner. I also suspect he

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until the mortgage was retired or death or bankruptcy forced its sale. The weekend our engine died I decided she’d fulfilled her part of the obligation. We were dead broke and my dreams dashed. There are costs involved with any boat or marriage and both bring joy, though not always together. So in the end, I kept my wife and sold the boat. After I tucked the yacht broker’s check into my pocket, I tried to calculate the cost of our “romantic” get-aways at the dock. When I tabulated the cost of the mortgage, boat yard bills, fuel, dockage, provisions, yacht club dues and boat insurance, I figured we spent on average around six thousand dollars a year for a 30-year-old boat that we used once a month. When viewed like this, sailing together seemed like a bad investment. What no formula can calculate, however, is the value of memories. How do you place a price on a sunrise stroll together along an empty beach as gulls circle above a school of fish? How do you gauge the value of an afternoon spent playing in the waves of a solitary beach break, or the majesty of wild ponies grazing in the dunes? When you’re 48 or 88, who’s to say what you’ll pay for those memories then?

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As they strap you onto a silver tray and push you into a dead-end tunnel for an MRI, who’s to say what memories will comfort you then? Maybe the rusty remembrance of your wife’s head resting on your shoulder as water rushes past the hull will bring a slight smile to your face

as the pings probe the outline of another tumor. What would you give for those days together, then? When I am gone will she remember the predictable pirate stories I spun on the boat as we looked up at starlit skies? Will she sit in traffic and yearn for another slow walk along the sandy lanes of a rustic coastal village? Will she ever watch a rain squall again and not recall the two of us dancing to beach music on the front of the boat as

a summer squall scrubbed us clean? Who can say what that memory will be worth to her then? During our final voyage we joined another couple at the Cape for the last long weekend of the summer. Between the two boats we had one skinny chicken, a bottle of screw-top wine and a Ziploc bag of dirty rice. On its own it didn’t look like much, but between friends on boats it was a feast. The girls seasoned everything generously with garlic and spices, and my friend Joe allowed it all to roast slowly over the embers of our small charcoal grill. The aroma lingered in the cockpit, filling the boat with the smells of festive eating. It was then, between the tears of laughter and calls for seconds, that we turned our eyes westward towards a sun melting into the dunes. “Just look at that,” Joe said reaching over to take his wife’s hand. “This is what life’s all about right here. It doesn’t get any better than this.” He was right, of course. Whenever hearts and dreams are added to the equation, the cost of shared memories can never be measured in purely economic terms. Thank God, life is more precious than that. In fact, it’s priceless.

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Lawn Bay St, Southport, NC 910-457-7927 11, Oct 9 Friday Free Flicks Emerald Isle, NC Call 252-354-6350 for movie title 11-13 Tampa Boat Show tampaboatshow. com 12 Volunteer Orientation SC Aquarium Charleston, scaquarium.org 12 From Seeds to Shillings: Growing Wealth at Charlestowne Landing** 12 Annual Fall Celebration of Fine Art and Loose on the Neuse Oriental, NC visitoriental.com 12 Indian Summer Festival Hertford, NC historichertfordinc.org 12-13 4th Annual Oktoberfest Little River, SC littleriverchamber.org 12-13, Oct 17-18 Boatbuilding Carpentry* 13 Pirates Beach Music Festival Washington, NC 252-948-9415 13 Drawing Invitational Art Show Reception Art show runs Sept 4-30, Roanoke Island Festival Park Art Gallery, Manteo, NC roanokeisland.com 13 Military Appreciation Day Lighthouse Marina, Chapin, SC 910-574-4684 14-19 Seafood Jazz and Brew Hilton Head, SC hiltonheadhospitalityassociation. com 15-21 Blackbeard’s Pirate Festival Nags Head, NC kittyhawk.com 17 Beach Jive after 5 Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation, NC free 252-354-6350 17, Oct 15 Free Concert on the Beaufort, NC waterfront 252-504-3396 17, Oct 17 Simple Rigging Roanoke Island Maritime Museum Manteo, NC 252-4751750 17 Surviving Hurricanes on the Grave Yard of the Atlantic Talk by Paul Fontenoy* 17-20 Greek Festival Columbia, SC columbiasgreekfestival.com 17-20 Yemassee Shrimp Festival SC yemassee.net 18, Oct 23 Music in the Streets Washington, NC originalwashington.com 18-19 Fun Fest Lexington, SC lexingtonfunfest.com 18-20 Super Boat Grand Prix Morehead City NC crystalcoastgrandprix.com 18-20 Virginia In-Water Boat Expo & Sailfest Norfolk, VA virginiaboatexpo.com 18-27 Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art pawleysmusic.com

If you plan on attending an event, contact the organizer ahead of time since details can change. See p. 37 for Regattas. Fishing events are on p. 40.

19 Fall in the Water Meet* 19 Talk Like a Pirate Day, Arrr! Visit

talklikeapirate.com for events 19 SC Beach/River Sweep See p.26 19 Day at the Docks Celebration of Hatteras Island Watermen, Outer Banks, NC dayatthedocks.org 19 Charleston Scottish Games and Highland Gathering Mt Pleasant, SC charlestonscots.org 19 Steamed Blue to Red, Hot & Lively Art Auction and Crab Fest Columbia, NC visittyrrellcounty.com 19-20 Southern Coastal Bluegrass Festival Kure Beach, NC coastalbluegrassfestival.org 19-20 A Day on the River featuring the Classic Moth Boat, Museum of the Albemarle, Elizabeth City, NC 252-3355530 19-20 Fort Macon Civil War Reenactment 252-726-3775 19-27 Boatbuilding (one week)* 24-Oct 4 Moja Festival Charleston, SC 843-724-7305 24, Oct 22 Build a Boat in a Day Roanoke Island Maritime Museum, Manteo, NC 252-475-1750 24-Oct 25 Charleston Fall Tours of Homes and Gardens Thurs-Sat, 843-722-4630 25-27 Annual C-Dory Gathering Oriental, NC 252-745-5615 25-27 NC Wine & Food Weekend Bald Head Island, NC baldheadisland.com 25-27 Atalaya Arts and Crafts Festival Huntington Beach State Park** 26 Indigo Dyeing Charlestown Landing** 26 Shrimp-A-Roo Beaufort, NC 26 Battleship Alive Wilmington, NC Living history interpretation, 910-251-5797 26-27 NC Spot Festival Hampstead, NC ncspotfestival.com 27 4th Sunday @ 4 Music Manteo, NC roanokeisland.com 29-Oct 3 Chowan County Regional Fair Edenton, NC chowanfair.com

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NC historicghostwalk.org 2 French Quarter Art Walk Charleston, SC 843-577-7101 2-3 Beaufort, SC Shrimp Festival downtownbeaufort.com 2-4 NC Seafood Festival Morehead City, NC ncseafoodfestival.org www.carolinacurrents.com

2-4 Riverfest Wilmington, NC

wilmingtonriverfest.com 3 Build a Boat in a Day* 3 NC Big Sweep See p. 26 3 Back Door Kitchen Tour Historic District Wilmington, NC rowilmington.org 3 Out of the Blue: Coast Guard Exhibit Opening Elizabeth City, NC museaumofthealbemarle.com 3 Peanut Festival Edenton, NC visitedenton.com 3-4 Southern Outer Banks Boat & Outdoor Expo with a Blessing of the Fleet NC State Port, Morehead City ncseafoodfestival.org 5-10 Onslow County Fair Jacksonville, NC 910-330-0723 5-28 Fishes Three Art Show Manteo, NC outerbanks.org 6 Captain’s Cup Golf Tournament Daniel Island, SC. Benefit for Spirit of SC, scmaritime.org 8-9 Diesel Maintenance* 8-9 Tybee Island Pirate Fest tybeepiratefest.com 8-12 US Sailboat Show Annapolis, MD usboat.com 9 Fabulous Fantail Film Festival Watch Fantasia on the back deck of Battleship NC Wilmington 910-251-5797 x2049 9-11 Surf Fishing Workshop Weekend NC Aquarium Pine Knoll Shores 252-2474003 9-11 Taste of Charleston Mount Pleasant and downtown Charleston, SC charlestonrestaurantassociation.com 9-11 Mum’s the Word free admission to the gardens at Tryon Palace, New Bern, NC tryonpalace.org 10 Spirit Ball Annual black tie fundraiser Charleston, SC scmaritime.org 10 Kayak/Canoe Tour of the Hampton Waterway Hampton Plantation** 10 Edisto and Beyond Edisto Island, SC Museum Tour edistomuseum.org 10 Scuppernong River Festival Columbia, NC visittyrrellcounty.com 10 Archaeology Charlestowne Landing** 10-11 Elizabethan Tymes - A Country Faire Manteo, NC roanokeisland.com 10-11 Little River Shrimp & Jazz Fest SC shrimpandjazz.org 10-11 Art in the Park Myrtle Beach, SC artsyparksy.com 10-11 Mum Fest New Bern, NC mumfest.com

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N.C. Maritime Museum Beaufort 252-728-7317, ncmaritime.org Some events require registration, phone or check website South Carolina Parks, southcarolinaparks.com

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Ongoing Activities, Programs and Tours Coastal Kayaking Mondays Huntington Beach State Park, SC pre-booking required Also Alligators, Sea Turtles ** NC Gallery Walks: Wilmington, fourth Friday 910-763-3737; Manteo, first Friday, firstfriday-roanokeisland.com; Edenton, first Fridays, mainstreetedenton.com Roanoke Island Festival Park various events daily, roanokeisland.com Roanoke Island Maritime Museum Adult Sailing Program contact Outer Banks Sailing Academy, outerbankssailingacademy.com Market and Art Expo Washington, NC, washingtononthewater.com second Saturdays through Oct 10 Wednesday Markets Southport, NC

10-11 Mullet Festival Swansboro, NC

swansborofestivals.com 10-11 Seafood Blues & Jazz Festival Kure Beach, NC pleasureislandnc.org 10-11 Oar Making* 11 Jazz Festival Duck, NC townofduck.com 14-25 SC State Fair Columbia, SC scstatefair.org 15-18 US Powerboat Show Annapolis, MD usboat.com 16-17, 23-24 & 30 Ghost Ship Battleship North Carolina Wilmington, NC battleshipnc.com 16-17 Folk Festival Pamlico Musical Society, Oriental, NC pamlicomusic.org 16-17 Chili Festival Havelock, NC havelockchamber.org 16-18 Harvest Homecoming Weekend Bald Head Island, NC baldheadisland.com 16-18 150th Hunting Island Lighthouse Anniversary Celebration See p. 35 17 Paddlefest Hunting Island State Park, Beaufort, SC 843-379-4327 17 Old Village Association Oktoberfest Port Royal, SC oldvillageportroyal.com 17 Georgetown Wooden Boat Show Georgetown, SC woodenboatshow.com 17 Military Appreciation Day Oak Island, NC militaryappreciationday.org 17-18 NC Oyster Festival Ocean Isle Beach, NC brunswickcountychamber.org 17-18 October Festival of the Arts Tybee Island, GA tybeearts.org 17-18 Fall Home/Garden Show New Bern, NC Conv. Center encshows.com 18 Music in the Parks Edenton, NC visitedenton.com 18 Mount Pleasant Children’s Day Festival SC townofmountpleasant.com 19-25 Historic Bluffton Arts and Seafood Festival Bluffton, SC blufftonartsandseafoodfestival.com 20 A Colonial Apparition NC Maritime Museum Southport, reservations required, 910-457-0003

Saturday Markets Oriental, NC; Washington, NC; Manteo, NC; Charleston, SC Free guided tours of the Mason Inlet Waterbird Management Area Wrightsville Beach, NC, ncaudubon.org Rachel Carson Reserve Summer Children’s programs and public field trips Sept 1-15, 252-838-0883 Kayaking, Evening Turtle Talk and Walk and other programs at the Coastal Discovery Museum HHI, coastaldiscovery. org Weekly Programs at North Carolina Aquariums ncaquariums.org October is Mountains-to-Sea Trail Month with various paddle events, ncmst.org

22 Modern Piracy Talk by Paul Fontenoy* 22-24 Fine Arts Show Washington, NC

originalwashington.com 22-24 Ghost Walk in Haunted New Bern, NC 252-638-8558 22-24 Smoke on the Water Washington, NC originalwashington.com 23-25 Fall Festival of Houses & Gardens Beaufort, SC historic-beaufort.org 24 Guild of Beaufort Galleries Fall Art Walk SC guildofbeaufortgalleries.com 24 Paddlefest Old Santee Canal Park, SC 843-899-5200 24 Outer Banks Jazz and Wine Festival Manteo, NC outerbanks.org 24 Oktoberfest Jacksonville, NC onslowcm. org 28-29 Trick Or Treat Under the Sea NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and Roanoke Island ncaquariums.com 29 Trick or Treat Beaufort, SC downtownbeaufort.com 29-Nov 2 Ft. Lauderdale Int’l Boat Show showmanagement.com 30 Fright Night at the Museum* 30 Halloween Carnival Emerald Isle, NC 252-354-6350 31 Southport Fall Festival & Waterfront Movie downtownspouthport.org 31 Haunted Albemarle museaumofthealbemarle.com 31 Safe Trick or Treat Edenton, NC mainstreetedenton.com 31 Chapin Chili Cook-off & Trick or Treat Chapin, SC chapinchamber.org 31 Harvest Fest Sneads Ferry, NC 910327-4011 31-Nov 7 Savannah Film Festival scad.edu/ filmfest

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Escape to Pleasure Island

Home to Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Historic Fort Fisher - where boating meets the beach

otoring along the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) on a pleasant day in late sumer, you pass an inlet on your left and catch a glimpse of the Atlantic Ocean. You passed the Wrightsville Beach drawbridge about 10 miles back and are heading southbound on the ICW. Just after passing Mile Marker 295, the waterway makes a zig into Snow’s Cut, then a zag into the Cape Fear River. You have just reached the northern end of Pleasure Island. With a boat launch bracketing each end of the only road leading onto the island, it is obvious that this is a place which extends a warm welcome to boaters.

Snow’s Cut boat ramp - one mile east of US-421 at the south end of the bridge near Carolina Beach

Fort Fisher boat ramp - take US-421 to its end, near the ferry terminal Working from north to south, Pleasure Island is made up of three small towns. Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and historic Fort Fisher provide a diverse array of things to see and do for those who seek to be on or near the water. 22 Carolina Currents September/October 2009

Carolina Beach The main message for boaters looking for facilities in Carolina Beach is that a lot of new things are happening here. Efforts focused on making improvements for both local and transient boaters are numerous. From private marinas, to the State Park, to the Town Council, everyone seems to be intent on renovation and development. Where the southbound path of the ICW takes that hard right turn into Snow’s Cut, the entrance to Myrtle Grove Sound lies straight ahead. Cruisers passing through will find anchoring options or may seek a slip at one of several marinas lining the basin. Joyner Marina, at the mouth of the basin, has recently completed a total renovation of their facilities, with new docks, utility posts and bulkheads. Their transient docking can accommodate cruisers or weekend boaters who prefer to avoid the lines at the boat ramps each evening during their visit. In the central region of the basin, a mooring field which can accommodate up to 10 transient boaters has been proposed and funded with a recent grant from the state. A dinghy dock, only one block away from the beach, will accompany this project

and land boaters near shower facilities and bathrooms. Further south, Harbor Masters Restaurant offers floating docks to which you can tie your vessel while enjoying dinner or a drink. At the southernmost end of Myrtle Grove Sound you will find a fleet of charter fishing boats tied up at the Town Marina. There is a section on the southeast side of the marina where the town is converting spaces to public docks for dayboaters. Four slips are planned to be completed by the end of this season and several more will be added for the 2010 season. Returning to the mouth of Myrtle Grove Sound, a water-borne journey further southwest along the ICW takes you to the northwest corner of Pleasure Island. Snow’s Cut leads under a high level fixed bridge which provides access to all but the tallest of tall ships without the traffic and delays experienced at opening bridges. Pay attention to the tides, as the currents can reach peaks of better than two knots through the cut. Past the bridge on the left is Carolina Beach State Park. As the cut opens into the Cape Fear River, a small basin in the park - which once provided access to a marina and boat ramp - is www.carolinacurrents.com

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purchase a permit, the road does not have to end here. If this is your first time driving on the sand, please note that the sand in this area is soft. Letting some of the air out of your tires will help you stay on top of the sand. Try bleeding the air out to achieve a tire pressure as low as 18 psi, but be certain to re-inflate them before putting on too many pavement miles. Low pressure on pavement can be hard on your tires. If you are not equipped with fourwheel drive, and a mile and a half walk along the sand to the inlet is not on your list of things to do today, perhaps a shorter walk out on the Carolina Beach fishing pier is more to your liking. If you have no luck catching your own dinner, a snack bar and lounge can be found onsite to provide a substitute measure of sustenance. Whether you are coming down the strip along the east side of Myrtle Grove Sound or from the State Park to the west of the basin, all roads going south eventually converge at the heart of Carolina Beach, the gazebo and boardwalk. In the summer months, live music is often heard

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currently undergoing extensive renovations. The bulkhead work is scheduled to be completed by February 2010, with construction of boat docks, fuel pier and parking to follow. Until the marina opens, the park may still be considered a valuable destination to approach by land. The park boasts hiking trails where you can stretch your legs after a long day of boating or driving. Along these trails, you are likely to spot the Venus flytrap, a rather unique plant both due to its carnivorous tendencies and the fact that it is rarely found in the United States growing wild. But don’t let yourself be trapped by the peaceful miles of hiking trails, there is much more to this island to be discovered just down the road. Considering other options for landbased explorations, Myrtle Grove Sound is separated from the Atlantic Ocean by a strip of sand packed with narrow roads and small houses. Traveling north along this strip, the road eventually ends in beach. This is an area known as Freeman Park. If you have a four-wheel drive vehicle, and

emanating from the gazebo. And, a short walk toward the ocean brings you to the boardwalk. Built in 1896, this historic venue received a makeover of sorts this summer, as a focused effort breathed new life into the area. A springtime spruce up was followed by a summer of entertainment and events. One of the venerable institutions along the boardwalk, Britt’s Donuts, is a must stop. They have been serving their famous glazed donuts during the tourist season for seven decades. If you enjoy the thrill of fishing, but don’t have a boat capable of taking on the high seas, take a walk over to the Town Marina. You can spend the afternoon watching the fishing charters unload their catch and imagine yourself holding up the one that didn’t get away for a photo. Or, perhaps, arrange for a trip out to the

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Current Destination offshore fishing grounds so that you can take home your own trophy fish. Explorations further south can be facilitated by a bicycle, and will be made even easier if the Pleasure Island Greenway project can make progress on their goal of creating a continuous pedestrian bike path which will extend from the Snow’s Cut boat ramp to Fort Fisher. This is just another fine example of improvements yet to come in this region. For the time being, though, your best route south is to follow the main road, US-421.

Kure Beach Heading south on US-421, Carolina Beach blends seamlessly with Kure Beach. Take care when sounding out the name of this beach, because if you make it sound like the word ‘cure’ they will know that you’re not from around these parts. Instead, pronounce it with two syllables ending in a long ‘e’ sound (cure-ee), and you will blend right in with the locals. The Kure Beach fishing pier is one of the oldest along the Carolina coast. At 712 feet in length, it is worth a walk to the end to have a chat with the local fisherman and see how the fish are biting. To the west of Kure Beach, the land is owned by the U.S. Government and serves as part of the buffer zone for the military terminal across the waters of the Cape Fear River. So, the only direction in which to continue our tour of the island from here is southward toward Fort Fisher.

and you may even get lucky and time your visit with an interesting lecture or program at the Federal Point History Center. A little further south on the main road and a turn on one of the few side roads will lead you to the The N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher. This facility is the largest of the state’s three public aquariums and focuses on the broad range of aquatic living conditions in the region. Extract from NOAA Chart 11534 From the freshwater tributaries flowing into NOT TO BE USED FOR NAVAGATIO the Cape Fear River to the salt water covering the reefs and open ocean - and the estuaries in between - they have representative specimens which serve to familiarize you with the life that teems just below the keel of your boat. For beach goers, the stretch of sand along this portion of the island offers a quiet and undeveloped alternative to the more populated areas of Kure and Carolina Beaches to the north. You may walk for miles without encounSnow’s Cut Bridge

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Historic Fort Fisher Eventually, the seaside cottages and hotels begin to thin and ultimately fade from view. They are replaced with trees and sand and what remains of the historic structures of Fort Fisher. Between the visitors center and the trail tour of outdoor exhibits, history buffs will enjoy learning about the fort’s role in the Civil War. Guided tours are available

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Pleasure Island Upcoming Events

Sept. 18-19 - 2nd Annual North Carolina Flatfish Championships www.fishermanspost.com/tournaments/nc-flatfish (910-452-6378) Joyner Marina, overlooking Snow’s Cut and the ICW, will serve as headquarters for this family-friendly fishing tournament.

Sept. 19-20 - 7th Annual Southern Coastal Bluegrass Festival www.coastalbluegrassfestival.org/cms (910-971-9773) Held at the Fort Fisher Military Recreation Area at Kure Beach, this festival will feature bluegrass music, story telling, clogging and square dancing. Oct. 10-11 - 16th Annual Pleasure Island Seafood, Blues and Jazz Festival www.pleasureislandnc.org/seafoodbluesandjazzfestival.asp (910-458-8434) A weekend of non-stop musical talent will feature headliner Delbert McClinton. Oct. 16-18 - 3rd Annual Pleasure Island Surf Fishing Challenge www.fishermanspost.com/tournaments/surf-challenge (910-452-6378) A fishing tournament with over 40 ways to win money. Proceeds will go to the Big Buddy Program and the Cape Fear Volunteer Center.

tering a single man-made structure. The main road ends at the ferry terminal, where you can look across to the other side of the Cape Fear River. This is the path through the water which cruisers traverse when coming ‘inside’ to avoid going out and around Frying Pan Shoals. Whether northbound or southbound, a stop at Carolina Beach and a trip down Pleasure Island makes the detour worth the effort. For those who simply enjoy exploring the waterfront areas of the Carolinas in your leisure time, this is a destination to put on your list. If you have visited before, the many ongoing renovation projects and constant improvements to the area’s facilities make a good case for scheduling a return trip.

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to clean up our watersheds. The statewide date for the fall cleanup is Oct. 3, 2009. This massive effort is managed through a designated coordinator for each county. If you would like to participate, you can find the email and phone number for your county coordinator by visiting the website: www.ncbigsweep. org and clicking on the ‘County Coordinators page’ link. Their website will also give you additional information about making donations, becoming a member, or even ordering a T-shirt. You can also view the statistics for past cleanup results achieved, broken down by county or by river basin. Educational resources are also available on the site.

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at Greenwich, England. Longitude lines are illustrated on nautical charts as north/ south lines. Both latitude and longitude are measured in degrees, minutes and seconds. The latitude and longitude lines on your nautical chart are numbered accordingly, usually just in degrees and minutes. Depending on the scale of the chart, the lines may be in intervals of 2, 5 or more minutes. There are 60 minutes in each degree and 60 seconds in each minute. Suppose that you are at Maw Point Shoal and, due to coffee stains and a worn fold in your chart, you can’t read the words “Maw Point.” You can report that you are at 35 degrees, 8 minutes, 0 seconds north latitude and 76 degrees, 31 minutes, 0 seconds west longitude. That position is a specific point on the earth. When plotted by the Coast Guard, they will see that you are at Maw Point Shoal. Due to the prevalence of electronic equipment, dividing minutes into 100ths is quite common. Between your nautical charts and the displays of electronic equipment, you may see minutes expressed two different ways: in seconds or in 100ths of a minute. Be aware of the difference, as a reading in seconds represents a minute divided into 60 parts rather than 100 parts. Your latitude and longitude can be read from your chart or from electronics, such as Loran or GPS. If you report your latitude and longitude along with a landmark, the Coast Guard can verify that both references match. In that case, you have reported a very reliable position. If both references don’t match, the Coast Guard will ask you to recheck your position. You should familiarize yourself with your chart before getting underway. Also, as you proceed, it is wise to verify your positions with landmarks and navigation aids. Until next time, I wish you clear skies, fair winds and calm seas! Captain Larry Walker is the president of World Wide Marine Training, Inc., a U.S. Coast Guard approved facility that gives examinations for captain’s licenses. www.carolinacurrents.com

Beaufort by-the-Sea Celebrates Town’s Tricentennial

EAUFORT, N.C. - In 1709, Fish Town was established on the site of a former Indian village. The fishing village developed into a town which was named after Henry Somerset, Duke of Beaufort. The town was surveyed in 1713 and by 1722, Beaufort was appointed a port with the right to collect customs. It was officially incorporated in 1723. “Three hundred years ago our forefathers brought forth in this area a new settlement, conceived in opportunities, teeming with beauty and abundant resources, and representing a hope and life quite different from the economic, religious and political strife in the countries of their fathers,” stated Mayor Richard Stanley during the opening ceremony for Beaufort’s 300th Anniversary Celebration. “Through perseverance our forefathers fought for freedom in the Revolutionary War, established this place as a customs port, raised families, lived on the land and out of the sea, and provided for the governance of Beaufort.” The town has been celebrating the heritage of Beaufort throughout the year, but Sept. 7-13 will feature special maritime heritage celebration events. Throughout the week, boat building demonstrations, traditional sailboat rides, tours of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration facilities and demonstrations by the Coast Guard will be offered. Weekend events will include the Gallant’s Channel Battle of the Boats and the Fishtowne Flotilla, both honoring traditional working boats. Learn more about these and other events at www.beaufortbythesea300.org.

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Studying for a Captain’s License in Kabul by Rick Wright

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t is a leap of imagination. I’m sitting in Kabul, Afghanistan looking online at pictures of sailboats slicing through crystal clear Bahamian waters. I let my mind wander back to the last time I sailed my boat. I was at the helm while Kristen, my wife, was below grabbing some sleep. We were about 10 miles off of Captiva Island headed south for Ft. Myers on a three-day passage from Hudson, Fla. In the words of Crosby, Stills and Nash, we were, “Sailing a reach a‘fore a following sea.” Ah, sweet memories. I was jarred back to the present as the loudspeaker on the mosque 10 yards outside my window announced the evening call to prayer for the local devout. How I ended up in Kabul looking at ads of sailboats instead of sailing my own is a story for another article. Instead, what I am writing about today is how a guy working in a place as distant and landlocked as Afghanistan is busy spending every spare moment of his time pursuing a U.S. Coast Guard Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel (OUPV) license. That’s the official name - and quite a mouth full it is - for the coveted captain’s license, commonly called a ‘six-pack’ license. It is the license permitting a captain to carry up to six passengers on a boat and to charge for his or her services. Whatever you choose to call it, the process of obtaining one can be quite daunting, whether you are in the Middle East or sitting on your boat anchored in the Ashley River. There are a number of options for pursuing a captain’s license. There are courses you can take at established and accredited maritime schools such as World Wide Marine Training, the National Captain’s Institute, the Maritime Institute or Sea School. The schools teach the material and provide practice exams based on the actual exams given by the Coast Guard. The better ones also provide assistance in the application process, such as the required physical and drug test, and - if accredited even administer the official exam. You can also learn the material on your own by first purchasing 30 or so books, manuals and government publications. This is followed

by filling out myriad forms and applications and, finally, taking the exam at one of the 17 Coast Guard Regional Examination Centers. In-between the options listed above are the home-study packages offered by numerous schools. A Google search resulted in plenty of hits returning information on home-study courses. I ordered one from the National Captain’s Institute to bring with me to Afghanistan. The kit contained a practice exam, flash cards of lights and day shapes, and practice charts to work out navigation problems. I also ordered the book “Get Your Captain’s License” by Charlie Wing. It is an encyclopedic volume of maritime knowledge with thousands of practice questions and a CD containing the Coast Guard exam. At 839 printed pages, it certainly keeps me busy! Taking - and passing - the Coast Guard examination is the objective of all the hours spent studying the material and taking practice exams. It is a test divided into six subjects: rules of the road, deck general, navigation general, safety, navigation problems and auxiliary sail endorsement. Rules of the road requires a 90 percent or better to pass while the remaining subjects have a 70-percent threshold. The exam totals around 140 multiplechoice questions drawn from a database of over 14,500 questions! In addition to the physical exam, drug test, CPR certification, character references, application

and - of course - the written exam, there is an experience requisite. For an OUPV for Inland or Near Coastal Waters you must be at least 18 years of age and have 360 days of experience operating a small vessel, 90 of which have taken place in the past three years. Near Coastal requires the experience to be in ocean or near coastal waters. So why get a captain’s license? The answer to this question depends on the individual boater. For many it is a financial decision allowing them to make money either on their own boat or boats belonging to others. Many pursue nautical careers that require licensing. Some do it for the life experience or to simply become a more proficient boater. Some just want the title! Whatever the reason, there are benefits to holding the license. For one thing, many boat insurance companies offer discounts to licensed captains. Also, something of which many boaters may be unaware,

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Having tried several brands of boating shoes, we eventually settled upon Keen brand footwear. The thick protection on the forward portion of the sandal is great for moving about on deck without winding up with bruised and battered toes. We have gravitated toward their Newport and Venice styles of sandals because we prefer the support across the back of the foot and a lower chance that the shoe is going to slip off and go overboard. The biggest challenge that a boating shoe must face is the transition from water to land. As cruisers, we often had to walk several miles while on shore to get where we needed to go. Wet or dry, Keens afforded great comfort and left us blisterfree. Through repeated salt water dunking and hours of UV exposure, Keens held up better than we would have expected. As you catch us delivering each issue of Carolina Currents to your marina, look down and you will find our feet ensconced in our ever-faithful Keens. Keens sandals are available from a wide variety of retailers and can generally be purchased for less than $100 per pair.

approved and pass the test or not, in the end I’ll be a safer and much more knowledgeable boater. If I ever decide to pursue a maritime profession, I’ll already have the first level of certification completed. And last but certainly not least, I’ll be able to refer to myself as Captain Rick!

Rick spends the majority of his time these days away from home in the active pursuit of building the cruising kitty and studying for his captain’s license. His all too infrequent trips home to visit his wife, Kristen, usually include a generous amount of time focused on shopping for their next boat and dreaming of their future together on the water.

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Bon Voyage Party Planning

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G entle Reader,

It would be difficult to go awry when helping fellow mariners mark the start of their new adventure. The party should underscore the fun memories of your time together in the marina. That said, it is best to arrange the particulars of your celebration to reflect the personality of the lucky couple being feted. Should the guests of honour be of a more reserved demeanour, a quiet formal affair might be most appreciated, perhaps at one of their favourite restaurants. If they enjoy a boisterous bash, then indulge in the traditional rum-soaked revelry that has launched innumerable voyages since mankind first sailed over the horizon. A modern rendition is sure to include a bit of Buffett, reggae or calypso music. Nautically themed parties could include a luau theme with grass skirts and Hawaiian shirts, or trend more toward the pirate side with eye patches, black leather and swashbuckling regalia. Hosting the party in the marina clubhouse or around some picnic tables provides an opportunity for a spot of thematic decor. A festive banner, jolly roger or some tropical flowers can support the desired mood of the event. If a meal is called for, you might consider organizing their first official cruisers potluck. Suggest that attendees bring dishes that the couple might miss during their journey - indigenous foods such as a traditional Carolina pig picking or a low country boil. Or the cuisine might anticipate their destination. If they are bound for the Mediterranean, a spread of Spanish paella or Greek pitas and mousaka could set the tone. A Caribbean cruise might call for pineapples, coconut and seafood fare. 32 Carolina Currents September/October 2009

The main tasks at a send-off party are to share memories and wish the travelers well as they embark upon this new chapter in their lives. Some may wish to do so in a lively toast. Others might prefer a more intimate moment to exchange a few heartfelt words. A perfect party allows opportunities for both options. Often, a bon voyage event includes a gift for the departing couple. As a boater, you know that space on board is at a premium - particularly when a boat is in fully-provisioned cruising mode. With that in mind, it might be best for guests to pool together to buy one nice gift. Ideally, the item would be something they need onboard, but also something that would remind them fondly of their friends back home. One option is a nicely bound logbook with a couple of pages where everybody can write a message. Or, if they don’t already have one, a brass clock/barometer set engraved with their boat name and homeport might be appropriate. Alternatively, you might give them a GPS unit - everybody can use a spare - and program in the coordinates for their boat slip to ensure that they find their way home after their adventures. A flash drive loaded with photos from past sailing trips or activities

around the marina - and shots from the party itself - would give them an opportunity to upload some memories during their time away. However you decide to help your friends commemorate their departure, it is best to contemplate the exciting times they have before them rather than dwell on sad goodbyes. Farewells are a necessary milestone for the cruising lifestyle to which many aspire but few attain. With modern communications, your friends won’t be too far away. And true friends always meet again.

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Dear Emily, After threatening to do so for nearly a year, it looks like a couple of our mates are finally going to cast off their docklines to go on a prolonged cruise. Several of us in the marina would like to throw a farewell party for them and wondered if you have any advice on how to make it a proper sendoff. Regards,

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The Inflatable Alternative

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o matter what type of boat you have, space on a boat is always a precious commodity. This is especially true when you are talking about deck space. For a variety of reasons, boaters prefer to keep their decks clear of stuff. However, stuff seems to have a different idea about the matter and continues to appear on deck despite our best intentions. Fenders, jerry jugs and the dinghy are in constant competition with you for space to move about easily on deck. On an increasing number of boats, a kayak or two has been added to the fray. Kayaks aboard a boat are a wonderful thing. They afford the boater a freedom of exploration which cannot be matched by either the capabilities of a dinghy or big boat alone. The price, however, is a large, awkwardly shaped rigid object which needs to be stored somewhere while underway. For some boaters, that price is simply too high. Air-Filled Advantages An alternative to rigid kayaks are inflatables. The most obvious advantage of the inflatable is its ability to be stored in a relatively small space. Generally weighing somewhere between 25 and 50 pounds, many inflatable kayaks will fold down into a bag sized comparable to a large suitcase. The soft-sided nature of these bags makes them flexible enough to stuff into cockpit lockers or store below. If you are seeking new kayak destinations by automobile, an inflatable can be transported with less infrastructure. There

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is no need to purchase and install a roof rack and no worries about whether the load is strapped down for the journey home. Just toss the bag or bags in the trunk and away you go. However, don’t forget to pack an air pump. Another advantage of inflatable kayaks is the stability factor. In the midst of a hot day of summer kayaking, it is nice to be able to hop off for a quick dip. Many inflatables are stable enough to dismount and re-board in deep water without turning over and taking on water. Be warned, though, a little practice and a good sense of balance are generally required to effectively pull off this maneuver. Discussing the Downside When you are out and about in an inflatable kayak and you encounter another paddler in a rigid design, the question always comes up, “How is the performance of those inflatable kayaks?” You have to size up the questioner, the type of kayak they are in and the kayaking circumstances which surround you before answering. Rigid kayaks tend to be designed for a specific purpose, such as whitewater, ocean, surf, touring and flat water kayaks, just to name a few. Although inflatable kayaks are sometimes designed for a specific purpose, they generally tend to be more versatile. With versatility comes a certain loss of performance. If - in a given circumstance - getting the most in terms of speed or maneuverability out of your kayak is key, then purchasing a rigid kayak designed for that specific circumstance may be in your best interest. Another disadvantage to consider with inflatable kayaks is the assembly and disassembly process. It takes time, space and

effort to take an inflatable from the bag to the water. At the other end of the journey, deflation requires less effort but brings with it a conundrum. Do you fold up and store away a wet kayak or wait for it to dry? On a boat, you will have to give up some of that precious deck space while this limp noodle of a kayak is drying in the sun. This may not be an option if you are planning to get underway quickly after kayaking. If you have driven to a kayak destination with an automobile, you are most certainly faced with the wet-kayak-in-a-bag situation. It will eventually have to be unpacked, unfolded and laid out to dry or you will, on some later date, open a bag containing a funky-smelling kayak. An Alternative Worth Considering? Whether you are exploring an inland tributary too shallow to reach with an outboard or paddling your way off the beach through a heavy ocean surf, the kayak gives you the opportunity to experience the water in a way in which other vessels do not. The inflatable alternative opens this experience to boaters and non-boaters alike, where storage space aboard or in the car were previously barriers. Numerous manufacturers offer a wide variety of inflatable models of kayaks, ranging from solo to tandem, from sit on top to those with a see-through floor panel. Cost varies considerably, and you get what you pay for in terms of quality and durability. The most valuable advice for selecting from the many options available is the same which should be considered for any boat purchase: First figure out what you want to do with the vessel, then focus your research on obtaining the best vessel for that purpose. Major Manufacturers of Inflatable Kayaks Advanced Elements Aire Airhead Airis (Walker Bay) Coleman Innova Intex

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The Sailor’s Life

Making the Transition Back to Land By Doug Mayle

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our months ago I was anchored off an island in the Caribbean, our boat surrounded by brilliant blue water as a trade wind breeze cooled my skin. That pretty much summed up our lives. My wife, Sheryl, and I were living the dream. When we untied the dock lines nearly two years ago, they remained untied. A heavy anchor and 200 feet of chain became the sole tether for our 35-foot sailboat as we island hopped our way south. In order to step off the boat, we stepped into a tiny inflatable dinghy. Things have changed dramatically. We have moved back to land. Much as I did before we traded our traditional home for a sailboat, I now spend the bulk of my days sitting at a desk working on a computer. There are bills to pay and deadlines to meet. On the surface, it would seem that cruisers face when they try to temporarwe left paradise behind to return to the ily re-integrate with those on land. Living mundane. Looks, though, can be deceiving. aboard and moving from place to place Don’t get me wrong, the cruising life necessitates the absence of a basic landwas wonderful, and I wouldn’t trade our based infrastructure which most take for time on the granted. We had no phone Nearly every morning and no car. Clothing suitwater for anything. able for the workplace difwe woke to sunshine Nearly every fers from standard cruising pouring through the morning attire, and requires more we woke to hatch above our heads. frequent laundering. In sunshine addition, it is hard to compouring through the hatch above our mit to a work schedule when you need to heads. Often the biggest decision before be ready to move your boat on short notice us was whether to go kayaking or snorif a tropical storm comes bearing down keling. We were never far from a beach, upon your anchorage. and quite frequently we found ourselves Life afloat brings with it other sacrelaxing in the cockpit and peering off to a rifices, some subtle and some overt. For distant horizon where the ocean meets the example, water conservation is key. Not sky. Simply passing the time was the top only did we have to pay for each gallon of priority on the “to do” list, and you would water we used, as much as 25 cents per galmore often than not find each of us with lon, but we had to use the dinghy to transa paperback propped upon our laps. Alas, port that water to the boat in jerry jugs. It though, life aboard was not always idyllic. would take the better part of a day to take We sacrificed a lot to live the dream. the tanks from empty to full, a process First and foremost, we lived off of our involving the transfer of over 800 pounds savings. It took years of sacrifice before of water. Consequently, we learned to live our departure to be able to afford living using less than two gallons of fresh water without an income. And it is truly difficult, per person per day. That included drinkafter spending so much time and effort ing, cooking, dishwashing and showers. building those funds, to watch them trickle Those abbreviated showers, accomplished away daily. Attempts at employment while in a head so cramped that it required we cruised brought to light the challenges improvised yoga positions, were one of the

biggest sacrifices of boat-based living. In order to avoid the costly installation of a wind generator and an upgrade to our battery banks, we decided to cruise without refrigeration. This meant that we had to become accustomed to tepid beverages and rely upon select foods for storage. We learned how to cook just enough for one meal, as leftovers would go to waste. The occasional purchase of a bag of ice was cause for celebration. Getting to and from land was often an undertaking in itself. Trade winds build chop in even the most protected anchorages. With a tiny dinghy and low horsepower outboard, this often meant that the price of going to land was a thorough saltwater soaking. On some days, we would take turns because only one body in the dinghy made the trip a little less soggy. Sometimes we would just stay aboard. A week could pass without a single opportunity to step foot on shore. Sleep was frequently interrupted while living aboard. Hatches were left open whenever possible to facilitate airflow through the boat, but a sudden rain shower at 2 a.m. would cause a mad dash to close up the boat. Of course, the rain would stop after only a few minutes and the rising temperature would push us to open up again, hopeful that another dose would not cause us to repeat the process. www.carolinacurrents.com

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Hunting Island Lighthouse Celebrates 150th Anniversary

EAUFORT, S.C. - Follow Highway 21, the Sea Island Parkway, east from Beaufort, S.C. and after less than 20 miles you will find yourself in the wooded surroundings of Hunting Island. Perched along the shore is a one hundred and thirty-six foot tower which is recognizing its 150th anniversary this year. Like many other lighthouses along the Carolina coast, the current Hunting Island Lighthouse is not the original structure built as an aid to navigation on this site. The original lighthouse was destroyed by Confederate forces in 1861 in an effort to hinder Union naval forces during the Civil War. When it was rebuilt in 1875, designers considered the potential need to relocate the lighthouse as future forces of nature changed the shape of the coastline. Consequently, the current lighthouse is constructed of cast iron plates, allowing it to be dismantled and reassembled with relative ease. This unique feature was put to the test in 1889 when the lighthouse had to be moved to a new concrete foundation over a mile away due to beach erosion. The relocation required only about four months to complete. The tower currently stands only 400 feet from the shoreline, and if erosion continues at the present rate it may soon be time to move the lighthouse yet again. Today, Hunting Island Lighthouse is the only lighthouse in South Carolina which is open to the public. A climb of 167 steps up the spiral staircase offers the reward of spectacular views of the island and ocean. Set in Hunting Island State Park, lodging can be found in the form of cabins or camping. Fishing is available in the lagoon or off of the fishing pier which extends into Fripp Inlet. A boat ramp facilitates exploration of the inlet, Story River and the ocean beyond the bridge. Crabbing is also a popular way to spend time on the island. Special events celebrating the anniversary of the lighthouse will be held Oct. 16-18. These include an art gallery, paddlefest, sand sculpture contest, steel band beach music and 5k run & walk. A presentation of lighthouse history will follow a three-act historical play at the Beaufort Performing Arts Center. For all the details of the events to be held that weekend, visit: www.friends-of-hunting-island-sc.org/150anniv.html.

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Mother Nature was not the only one to intrude upon our slumber. Sound carries very effectively over water, and the noise from neighboring boats could be heard quite clearly through our open hatches. And, we were not immune from the din generated by shoreside drinking establishments. All too frequently, we were assaulted with loud music or - worse still - karaoke blaring from speakers late into the night. In the islands, food is more expensive and there are fewer choices. Prior to our departure, we had grown accustomed to a diet of products with labels that read: whole grain, low fat or sugar free. Such options were not to be found on sparsely stocked store shelves down island. We took what we could find when we could find it. Grocery shopping became a quest, much like a scavenger hunt. Every time we walked past a small store we would pop in and see what they had today. If we got lucky and found a product we preferred, we would walk back to the dinghy burdened with as much as we could carry. All of that is history now. Two blocks from our home is a fully stocked grocery store with every option of foodstuff we can imagine, offered at very reasonable prices. A cold diet soda sits next to me, two cubes of ice afloat in a bath of effervescence. For lunch I can toss last night’s leftovers in the microwave. After which, the empty dish will be placed in the dishwasher for eventual cleaning without concern for the quantity of water consumed. And tonight, I may enjoy a long, hot shower without the need to practice any advanced yoga poses. Of course, there are sacrifices existing in this realm, as well. Time to kayak and clear water in which to snorkel are both in short supply. Our car makes getting around much easier; however, we often face the woes of heavy traffic. And, I have read less than 12 pages in my paperback in the past 12 weeks. Comparatively, life is very, very busy. I guess the bottom line is that we make choices every day that effect both our style and standard of living. The result is a compromise where we accept both the good and the bad aspects of our lifestyle. Our time on the water served to remind us of the simple pleasures to be had in day-to-day living, and taught us not to take anything for granted. Our challenge, upon returning to land, is to remember the lessons we have learned.

Past Races Harkers Island Regatta 2009: Circumnavigate... Piece of Cake

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he 10th Annual Pirates on the Pungo Regatta, held in Belhaven, N.C. on the weekend of July 17-19, lived up to its advance billing as, “three great parties and two days of racing.” The event, a fundraiser for Pungo District Hospital Foundation in Belhaven, drew the crews of 38 boats and over 200 non-sailing participants. Participating sailboats ranged from small boats less than 20 feet long that raced in the protected waters of the Belhaven harbor to cruising boats up to 40 feet long. The larger and faster boats raced on two courses in the Pungo River off Belhaven. Each boat competed in one of seven classes that included sailing dinghies, Hobie catamarans, Buccaneer 18s (a class of fast sailing dinghy), larger keel boats, cruising boats, and classic sailboats. The handicap system allows different boat designs to compete fairly with one another. Saturday’s racing was held in light winds with plenty of time for spectators to watch the races. Notable events included an early delay when the rudder of one of the larger cruising boats snagged a buoy used to mark the starting line and was chased by the boats in the next class to start. There was strong, competitive racing in several classes, with close jockeying between the largest and smallest boats in the non-spinnaker class. Perhaps the most memorable race on Saturday was between the race committee boat and the lead cruising class boats - as race officials weighed anchor and rushed in front of the racers to shorten the course as a result of the light winds. On Sunday the winds picked up, temperatures were moderate, and sailing conditions were great. Five classes of boats competed in three fast races. The 2009 Pirates on the Pungo Regatta was a great success, with close races, good parties, happy participants and a generous donation to the Pungo District Hospital Foundation. Planning is already underway for the next installment in late July, 2010.

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wenty-nine Sunfish were on the line Aug. 1-2 to compete in the Eighth Annual Harkers Island Regatta. Sailed in a protected sound inside Cape Lookout, N.C., the popular one-design event has been likened to a challenging obstacle course. Sailors sail, paddle and pull their boats while negotiating shifting currents, passing under a narrow drawbridge and traversing shallow winding marshes.

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The 10-mile race around the island was sailed Saturday in a moderate sou’westerly with water levels much lower than normal. Sailors may choose the direction they circumnavigate the island, a unique feature in ‘round island Sunfish racing. As in previous years, the fleet split directions with the majority heading west for a long reach up the length of Harkers Island. Jaime Deale of Southport, competing in this regatta for his third time, established an early lead. Deale was closely followed by George Seachrist of Oriental and Alex Dean of Raleigh. Seachrist took over the lead rounding the west end of the island but inadvertently edged out of the channel and ran hard aground, allowing several boats to scurry by him. Meanwhile, Dean - with extensive local knowledge - found an inside route close to shore. The westward fleet were cramped together at the drawbridge but managed to paddle and sail through it with no bumps. Before them was a maze of shallow marshes. Passing the halfway mark of the race gives participants the first indication about which direction around the island is favored, and whether they made the right decision. Last year’s winner, Zak Mathews of New Bern, elected to sail east instead of west with a handful of other boats. This strategy produced a more upwind and difficult transit through the back-island marshes and an upwind passage through the drawbridge. Midway through the race, the westward group appeared well ahead of the eastward fleet, but they had yet to face the formidable marshes. Hidden in reeds too shallow for the chase boats to follow, skippers dragged their boats over the shallowest spots in an unusual dogfight for the lead and many places changed hands. Eventually the westward group emerged, beat up the short side of the island and made their final turn off Shell Point. However, they were unaware that Mathews had made up significant ground and was homing-in on the finish line. After two hours of hard www.carolinacurrents.com

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racing, a handful of boats battled the last half-mile. In the end, only three minutes separated first through fifth place. Alex Dean took line honors, while Jaime Deale claimed a close second and Reiner Zeppenfeld captured third. Zak Matthews, first to finish in the eastward group, was fifth. The completion of the first day of racing was celebrated with a traditional lowcountry boil dinner and a rum cake contest. Racing continued through a second day which culminated in an awards ceremony. Everyone took something home including memories of another not-so-ordinary Sunfish regatta. For information on next year’s regatta and other North Carolina Sunfish racing events, such as the Hot Toddy Sunfish series held each winter in New Bern, please contact Rob Eberle at eberlemarine@suddenlink. net.

Future Races Scots on the Rocks The Lake Murray Sailing Club (LMSC) will host its annual “Scots-onthe-Rocks” Flying Scot invitational regatta on the weekend of Sept. 12-13, an event open to all Flying Scot owners. The Flying Scot is a low-displacement design 19-foot day sailor. With the centerboard up it draws a mere eight inches and 48 inches with the board down. It carries 200 square feet of sail area and weighs in at 850 pounds. LMSC and Flying Scot Fleet #158 are pleased to welcome Flying Scot sailors from anywhere Flying Scots are sailed. The combination of exciting racing, renewing old friendships, and making new friends is an experience not to be missed. It is exactly what Flying Scot One Design racing is all about. Moth Boat Regatta Elizabeth City, birthplace of the Classic American Moth Boat, will host the 21st Annual Moth Boat Nationals Regatta on Sept. 19-20. Classic American Moth Boats are a The Boating and Waterfront Magazine

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SEPT 2009 5-6 Labor Day Regatta LNYC 11-13 JY15 No. Americans ASC 11-12 Cat Fest Catamarans LNYC 12-13 Outback Cup CSC-SC 12-13 Scots on the Rocks LMSC 12-13 Old Goat Thistle Regatta LLSC 19-20 Board Bash LNYC 19 Leukemia Cup Regatta PHRF SYC 20 Wassaw Cup PHRF SYC 19-20 Gone with the Wind Regatta LLSC 26-27 Laser SE Championships CSC-SC 26-27 Opti SE Championship LLSC OCT 2009 3-4 Old Salty Thistles LNYC 3-4 Lightning Atl. Cup/Snipe Battle LLSC 10-11 Halloween Regatta ASC 10-11 Laser Regatta LLSC 10-11 Beers Memorial Reg. Y-flyer AYC 17-18 Hospice Regatta WCSC 17-18 Calibogue Cup PHRF YCHHI 17-18 Pipers Highlanders LNYC 17-18 Fall Windsurfing Classic LLSC 19-20 Melges 24 ChYC ASC Augusta Sailing Club AYC Atlanta Yacht Club BSC Blackbeard Sailing Club BYSC Beaufort Yacht & Sailing Club ChYC Charleston Yacht Club CSC-SC Lake Murray Yacht Racing Assoc.

21-23 Snipe US Masters AYC 24-25 Turkey Shoot Regatta KSC 24-25 Carolina Ocean Challenge SCYC 24-25 Halloween Snipe AYC 31-Nov 1 Fall 48 Flying Scots LNYC 31-Nov 1 Halloween Regatta LLSC 31-Nov 1 Blood Mary Regatta Thistle WCSC 31-Nov 1 Around Paris Island Sunfish BYSC Neuse Yacht Racing Assoc., nyra.org

Aug 29-30 Blackbeard Regatta BSC Sept 5-6 Oar Regatta FHYC Sept 12-13 Ensign Invitational FHYC Sept 19 Oriental Cup NYRA Sept 26 Women’s Regatta NYRA Oct 3-4 Dragon’s Breath/ICRC ODC Oct 10 Neuse Solo Race ODC Oct 17 Greens Creek Regatta ODC Oct 31 Halloween/Winter Race 1 NYRA

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First Time as a Deep Sea Fisherman By Nicholas O’Toole

had just moved to North Carolina from my childhood home of St. Louis, Mo. With the obvious exception of the mighty Mississippi River, I grew up landlocked. So, when the offer to go deep sea fishing was presented I had no idea what to expect. It was a Friday afternoon, and I was avoiding the pile of paperwork on my desk while leaning on the partition which separated my cubical from my office mate’s. The conversation turned to the standard Friday banter which begins, “Got any plans for the weekend?” My office mate, Kerry, indicated that she was going deep sea fishing. The company I work for has a very active collection of social clubs where you can throw anything from softballs to darts in the company of your co-workers. They also have a fishing club. Although I had tried drowning a few worms with my grandfather on the banks of Missouri rivers when I was a kid, I was no fisherman. It had never occurred to me that the fishing

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club would be hunting big fish out on the open ocean. That sounded a lot more exciting than standing on a muddy riverbank, swatting mosquitoes. Kerry said, “Hey, we had a last minute cancellation. Would you like to come along?” With hardly a second thought, I replied, “Sure.” It took a little over three hours to drive from Raleigh to Nags Head. Moonlight reflected off the surface of the water as I drove across a series of bridges which transported me over the Alligator River, Croatan Sound, and Roanoke Sound finally reaching the narrow barrier islands of the Outer Banks. I checked the directions I had scribbled on a Post-it note as I carefully watched the numbers looking for a match. I finally turned into the driveway of a three-story home. The lowest level was occupied by garage and storage space, designed to incur the least amount of damage in times of flooding - very different in style from the homes where I grew up. I went up the steps and inside I met my

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as her brother had become terribly seasick on their previous outing. Graciously, I declined and hoped I was making the right decision. Still under the cover of darkness, we met our captain, Chuck, and first mate, Bill. In no time we were away from the dock and headed out to sea at a rapid pace. The waves were not kind to the six landlubbers aboard, and even those who had taken the preventative meds were not feeling too hot. I, quite luckily, was largely unaffected. While they stayed warm and dry inside, I went out to greet the sunrise. A fine salt spray filled the air as I slid open the door and stepped out onto the aft deck. The first rays of light were just peeking over the horizon. It was a cool morning in early October, but the sun would soon warm the day to a very comfortable temperature. I asked Bill, who was busying himself on deck, how long it would take to get to the spot where we would fish. He replied, “About an hour or so.” I stepped back inside and Kerry said, “Just in time. We are about to draw cards.” It was the club’s tradition to draw cards to see who would be the first person in the chair. Low card wins, and I drew the low card. I was elated and could not wait to sit in the chair - whatever that meant. My more experienced fishing companions explained to me that Bill would bait the hooks and set several lines out. We would troll along waiting for a fish to bite. Once hooked, Bill would hand the pole off to one of us who could stand, or sit in the ‘fighting chair.’ I would have the honor of reeling in the first fish. We arrived at our destination and Chuck slowed the boat. Bill put several lines in the water and we trolled for a while. Now it was beginning to remind me of fishing as a kid. We had awoken at an absurd hour, rushed out before the day had even dawned, and now we were just waiting. In my mind’s eye, I was standing on a muddy riverbank. As you might accurately surmise, patience is not one of the virtues with which I was blessed. After a few unsuccessful hours of trolling, we tried a new tactic. Bill explained ‘chunking’ as he tossed bait overboard close to the boat. It reminded me of all the Discovery Channel shows I’ve seen where The Boating and Waterfront Magazine

they chum the water to draw sharks to area. And, it worked! Within a few minutes, Bill shouted, “Fish on,” and handed me a pole. Now, this was fun! I sat in the chair and reeled-in what must be an enormous fish while the others coached me along. In no time, I had the fish next to the boat and Bill brought it up with a gaff hook. Everyone but me had a crestfallen look on their face. I didn’t understand why. The fish was nearly two feet long. My grandfather would have been happy to pull in a catfish of this size. My confusion continued when my colleagues told me that it was an albecore. I thought, “But, that’s good enough for Starkist.” Seeing the look on my face, they continued to explain that we were out here to catch yellowfin tuna, which I suppose must be a superior type of tuna. Bill finally burst my bubble when he indicated that he would use my catch for bait. I would never open another can of tuna without thinking of this moment. It was a while yet before the next fish was on. The captain could tell that his clients were getting restless and tried to entertain us with salty stories. He was interrupted when the next fishing pole was handed to Kerry’s husband. He took the end, placed it into a holder mounted on a belt and stood rather than taking the chair. It was immediately obvious that he had something much larger on the line. Although he was a big guy, it took nearly 45 minutes of work to bring the fish up near the boat, and when it was gaffed and brought aboard I could finally understand why my first catch was so disappointing. The fish was huge. Bill indicated that it was

a yellowfin tuna weighing in at about 40 pounds. After that things started to happen quickly. Soon two fish were on at the same time. Kerry took one and her brother took the other. Bill tried to help them keep from tangling as they worked to reel in the fish. Kerry’s fish got close to the boat, then managed to go under and catch the line on the prop. Captain Chuck reacted quickly and, in an act of unparalleled chivalry, jumped overboard and unwrapped the line. As he climbed from the water, I realized just how passionate people can be about this sport. Once that excitement had passed, and the remaining couple had taken their turns holding a rod, the rotation finally put me back on top. This time I did get a big one on. After nearly 30 minutes of reeling and playing, I finally brought the fish to the boat. Bill hefted a 35-pound yellowfin tuna over the rail. As I tried to hold this heavy and slippery fish by the tail in the typical trophy-fish photo pose, I began to understand what is so captivating about this pastime. The author and his fellow fisherman brought in a total of over 200 pounds of yellowfin tuna before the day was through. After the professional fish cleaners were through with it, each of them took home a little over 20 pounds of delicious tuna steak. Considering the cost of quality tuna steak at the market, the author figures it just about paid for his portion of the cost of the charter and rental house. Not bad for a first time fisherman.

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Sound, Back Sound and waters around Hammocks Beach State Park. The action was taken in an effort to avoid illegal takes of sea turtles that could lead to a statewide federal closure of the flounder gill net fishery and/or legal prosecution under the Endangered Species Act. “It is unfortunate, but not unexpected, that the potential for interactions increases as sea turtle populations recover,” Dan-

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iel said. “By implementing these new measures, the state is trying to maintain protections for threatened and endangered sea turtles while continuing a traditional flounder fishery.” Daniel issued a proclamation today that reduces the amount of gill net fishermen can use from a total 3,000 yards per operation to 1,000 yards per operation. The proclamation also eliminates net tie downs

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Report Provides Insights into Boating and Fishing Participation Patterns A recent study by the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF) and the Outdoor Foundation, provides detailed information on participation in fishing and boating by gender, age, ethnicity, income, education and geographic region. The report revealed that of the 48.5 million anglers in the U.S., 8.5 million are interested in owning a boat, suggesting that fishing continues to be a strong pathway to boating. “We know that there are strong ties between boating and fishing and it is critical to understand this relationship to grow participation in our beloved outdoor sports,” said RBFF President and CEO Frank Peterson.

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33% of all fishing participants own a boat, and males and females have nearly equal ownership rates among this specific group, 34% and 32% respectively. An estimated 427 million boating days were enjoyed by fishing participants in 2008. Greater access to more and better fishing is the leading motivation for fishing participants considering boat ownership (52%) followed by opportunities for recreation and relaxation (24%). For boat-owning anglers, fishing is the most popular activity to do while boating with 91.1% saying they fish while aboard.

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In 2008, fishing participants made one billion outings. Fishing is the most popular gateway activity that often leads to participation in other outdoor activities (77.9% of fishing participants participate in multiple outdoor activities). Freshwater fishing is most popular among young people, with almost 25% under the age of 18 (24.6%). The median age bracket of saltwater fishing participants is 35-44.

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Nearly half of all youth ages 13 to 17 are influenced by their friends to participate in outdoor activities (46.9%). Female participation in fishing falls significantly more than males through adolescence, down 29.6% as opposed to 11.7%. Youth participants ages six to 12 are driven by a desire for fun (78.6%) and an interest in exploring the natural world (50.9%).

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Tides

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Charleston, S.C.

Hampton Roads, Va. High

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1:45 AM / 0.62 ft 2:24 AM / 0.52 ft 3:00 AM / 0.43 ft 3:34 AM / 0.36 ft 4:06 AM / 0.32 ft 4:38 AM / 0.31 ft 5:10 AM / 0.31 ft 5:45 AM / 0.33 ft 12:22 AM / 2.66 ft 6:24 AM / 0.37 ft 1:07 AM / 2.54 ft 7:09 AM / 0.42 ft 2:01 AM / 2.43 ft 8:02 AM / 0.48 ft 3:04 AM / 2.36 ft 9:07 AM / 0.52 ft 4:17 AM / 2.36 ft 10:20 AM / 0.51 ft 5:30 AM / 2.48 ft 11:35 AM / 0.43 ft 12:38 AM / 0.40 ft 1:33 AM / 0.21 ft 2:22 AM / 0.04 ft 3:08 AM / -0.07 ft 3:52 AM / -0.12 ft 4:34 AM / -0.10 ft 5:16 AM / -0.01 ft 5:58 AM / 0.13 ft 12:40 AM / 2.63 ft 6:41 AM / 0.30 ft 1:27 AM / 2.47 ft 7:27 AM / 0.48 ft 2:16 AM / 2.33 ft 8:17 AM / 0.65 ft 3:13 AM / 2.25 ft 9:13 AM / 0.78 ft 4:15 AM / 2.24 ft 10:16 AM / 0.86 ft 5:18 AM / 2.31 ft 11:19 AM / 0.87 ft 12:15 AM / 0.82 ft 1:00 AM / 0.71 ft High

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September 2009

12:04 AM / 2.67 ft 12:54 AM / 2.57 ft 1:52 AM / 2.48 ft 2:58 AM / 2.44 ft 4:10 AM / 2.49 ft 5:21 AM / 2.64 ft

12:12 AM / 2.51 ft 12:55 AM / 2.39 ft 1:43 AM / 2.30 ft 2:36 AM / 2.25 ft 3:34 AM / 2.25 ft 4:34 AM / 2.32 ft 5:30 AM / 2.45 ft

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7:40 AM / 2.45 ft 8:24 AM / 2.61 ft 9:04 AM / 2.76 ft 9:40 AM / 2.89 ft 10:15 AM / 3.00 ft 10:50 AM / 3.08 ft 11:26 AM / 3.13 ft 12:04 PM / 3.14 ft 12:48 PM / 3.13 ft 1:37 PM / 3.09 ft 2:36 PM / 3.03 ft 3:44 PM / 2.99 ft 4:56 PM / 3.00 ft 6:05 PM / 3.06 ft 6:38 AM / 2.69 ft 7:38 AM / 2.93 ft 8:31 AM / 3.17 ft 9:21 AM / 3.35 ft 10:08 AM / 3.45 ft 10:54 AM / 3.47 ft 11:38 AM / 3.40 ft 12:23 PM / 3.26 ft 1:09 PM / 3.09 ft 1:58 PM / 2.92 ft 2:51 PM / 2.77 ft 3:49 PM / 2.67 ft 4:49 PM / 2.63 ft 5:46 PM / 2.65 ft 6:15 AM / 2.45 ft 7:04 AM / 2.62 ft

October 2009

1:40 AM / 0.60 ft 2:16 AM / 0.49 ft 2:52 AM / 0.40 ft 3:27 AM / 0.33 ft 4:02 AM / 0.29 ft 4:39 AM / 0.28 ft 5:19 AM / 0.29 ft 6:03 AM / 0.33 ft 6:54 AM / 0.40 ft 7:53 AM / 0.47 ft 9:01 AM / 0.53 ft 10:16 AM / 0.53 ft 11:30 AM / 0.45 ft 12:15 AM / 0.32 ft 1:07 AM / 0.17 ft 1:55 AM / 0.05 ft 2:40 AM / -0.02 ft 3:24 AM / -0.04 ft 4:06 AM / -0.01 ft 4:47 AM / 0.08 ft 5:27 AM / 0.20 ft 6:09 AM / 0.35 ft 6:53 AM / 0.50 ft 7:41 AM / 0.65 ft 8:35 AM / 0.78 ft 9:36 AM / 0.86 ft 10:38 AM / 0.87 ft 11:39 AM / 0.82 ft 12:06 AM / 0.63 ft 12:49 AM / 0.52 ft 1:30 AM / 0.40 ft

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7:48 AM / 2.80 ft 8:28 AM / 2.97 ft 9:06 AM / 3.13 ft 9:43 AM / 3.24 ft 10:20 AM / 3.32 ft 11:00 AM / 3.36 ft 11:43 AM / 3.34 ft 12:30 PM / 3.28 ft 1:23 PM / 3.18 ft 2:24 PM / 3.07 ft 3:32 PM / 2.98 ft 4:42 PM / 2.93 ft 5:49 PM / 2.92 ft 6:25 AM / 2.85 ft 7:22 AM / 3.07 ft 8:14 AM / 3.26 ft 9:01 AM / 3.39 ft 9:46 AM / 3.43 ft 10:30 AM / 3.40 ft 11:12 AM / 3.31 ft 11:54 AM / 3.17 ft 12:37 PM / 3.01 ft 1:21 PM / 2.85 ft 2:09 PM / 2.70 ft 3:01 PM / 2.59 ft 3:56 PM / 2.53 ft 4:51 PM / 2.51 ft 5:44 PM / 2.53 ft 6:21 AM / 2.62 ft 7:06 AM / 2.80 ft 7:49 AM / 2.99 ft

High

1:40 PM / 0.59 ft 8:02 PM / 2.82 ft 2:26 PM / 0.52 ft 8:40 PM / 2.89 ft 3:09 PM / 0.47 ft 9:17 PM / 2.93 ft 3:49 PM / 0.43 ft 9:53 PM / 2.94 ft 4:28 PM / 0.41 ft 10:28 PM / 2.91 ft 5:07 PM / 0.42 ft 11:03 PM / 2.86 ft 5:47 PM / 0.46 ft 11:41 PM / 2.77 ft 6:30 PM / 0.52 ft 7:19 PM / 0.59 ft 8:15 PM / 0.67 ft 9:19 PM / 0.71 ft 10:29 PM / 0.68 ft 11:37 PM / 0.57 ft 12:44 PM / 0.29 ft 7:08 PM / 3.13 ft 1:47 PM / 0.13 ft 8:03 PM / 3.20 ft 2:44 PM / -0.00 ft 8:54 PM / 3.21 ft 3:37 PM / -0.07 ft 9:43 PM / 3.18 ft 4:27 PM / -0.07 ft 10:28 PM / 3.09 ft 5:15 PM / 0.01 ft 11:13 PM / 2.96 ft 6:03 PM / 0.16 ft 11:56 PM / 2.80 ft 6:50 PM / 0.34 ft 7:40 PM / 0.54 ft 8:32 PM / 0.72 ft 9:29 PM / 0.85 ft 10:28 PM / 0.91 ft 11:24 PM / 0.89 ft 12:18 PM / 0.82 ft 1:10 PM / 0.73 ft

6:36 PM / 2.71 ft 7:21 PM / 2.78 ft

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1:58 PM / 0.63 ft 8:02 PM / 2.85 ft 2:41 PM / 0.53 ft 8:42 PM / 2.90 ft 3:23 PM / 0.45 ft 9:20 PM / 2.92 ft 4:04 PM / 0.39 ft 9:59 PM / 2.90 ft 4:46 PM / 0.38 ft 10:38 PM / 2.85 ft 5:29 PM / 0.40 ft 11:19 PM / 2.77 ft 6:15 PM / 0.45 ft 7:06 PM / 0.52 ft 8:03 PM / 0.58 ft 9:07 PM / 0.61 ft 10:13 PM / 0.57 ft 11:17 PM / 0.46 ft 12:38 PM / 0.32 ft 6:50 PM / 2.94 ft 1:38 PM / 0.17 ft 7:44 PM / 2.96 ft 2:32 PM / 0.06 ft 8:34 PM / 2.95 ft 3:23 PM / 0.01 ft 9:20 PM / 2.91 ft 4:10 PM / 0.02 ft 10:05 PM / 2.84 ft 4:55 PM / 0.10 ft 10:48 PM / 2.74 ft 5:40 PM / 0.23 ft 11:29 PM / 2.63 ft 6:24 PM / 0.38 ft 7:09 PM / 0.54 ft 7:57 PM / 0.68 ft 8:47 PM / 0.77 ft 9:39 PM / 0.81 ft 10:31 PM / 0.80 ft 11:20 PM / 0.73 ft 12:34 PM / 0.72 ft 1:25 PM / 0.59 ft 2:11 PM / 0.45 ft

6:34 PM / 2.57 ft 7:20 PM / 2.62 ft 8:05 PM / 2.67 ft

Time Differences: Oregon Inlet-Wilmington, N.C. Location

Oregon Inlet Rodanthe, Pamlico Sound Cape Hatteras Hatteras Inlet Ocracoke Inlet Cape Lookout Beaufort Inlet Channel Range

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September 2009

12:19 AM / 1.10 ft 1:03 AM / 0.87 ft 1:43 AM / 0.68 ft 2:21 AM / 0.53 ft 2:57 AM / 0.44 ft 3:32 AM / 0.41 ft 4:07 AM / 0.41 ft 4:43 AM / 0.43 ft 5:23 AM / 0.49 ft 6:09 AM / 0.58 ft 12:41 AM / 4.91 ft 7:05 AM / 0.67 ft 1:49 AM / 4.79 ft 8:10 AM / 0.73 ft 3:06 AM / 4.83 ft 9:22 AM / 0.68 ft 4:20 AM / 5.06 ft 10:32 AM / 0.50 ft 5:28 AM / 5.45 ft 11:36 AM / 0.24 ft 12:20 AM / 0.44 ft 1:11 AM / 0.09 ft 1:58 AM / -0.16 ft 2:43 AM / -0.27 ft 3:27 AM / -0.22 ft 4:09 AM / -0.05 ft 4:52 AM / 0.22 ft 5:35 AM / 0.54 ft 12:17 AM / 5.09 ft 6:21 AM / 0.87 ft 1:05 AM / 4.82 ft 7:10 AM / 1.15 ft 1:59 AM / 4.65 ft 8:06 AM / 1.36 ft 2:57 AM / 4.60 ft 9:05 AM / 1.45 ft 3:56 AM / 4.68 ft 10:05 AM / 1.42 ft 4:52 AM / 4.87 ft 11:02 AM / 1.28 ft 5:42 AM / 5.14 ft 11:53 AM / 1.09 ft High

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6:17 AM / 4.86 ft 7:03 AM / 5.09 ft 7:44 AM / 5.32 ft 8:22 AM / 5.52 ft 8:58 AM / 5.70 ft 9:33 AM / 5.85 ft 10:10 AM / 5.96 ft 10:50 AM / 6.02 ft 11:36 AM / 6.02 ft 12:29 PM / 5.98 ft 1:32 PM / 5.93 ft 2:41 PM / 5.95 ft 3:52 PM / 6.07 ft 4:58 PM / 6.26 ft 5:59 PM / 6.48 ft 6:29 AM / 5.89 ft 7:24 AM / 6.31 ft 8:16 AM / 6.63 ft 9:05 AM / 6.80 ft 9:52 AM / 6.81 ft 10:38 AM / 6.67 ft 11:24 AM / 6.42 ft 12:11 PM / 6.11 ft 1:00 PM / 5.81 ft 1:53 PM / 5.58 ft 2:49 PM / 5.44 ft 3:45 PM / 5.41 ft 4:39 PM / 5.48 ft 5:29 PM / 5.59 ft 6:14 PM / 5.71 ft

12:24 PM / 0.77 ft 1:09 PM / 0.63 ft 1:51 PM / 0.53 ft 2:31 PM / 0.49 ft 3:11 PM / 0.51 ft 3:49 PM / 0.59 ft 4:29 PM / 0.72 ft 5:12 PM / 0.89 ft 6:00 PM / 1.09 ft 6:55 PM / 1.29 ft 8:00 PM / 1.42 ft 9:11 PM / 1.39 ft 10:20 PM / 1.18 ft 11:23 PM / 0.83 ft

6:54 PM / 5.82 ft 7:34 PM / 5.91 ft 8:12 PM / 5.93 ft 8:46 PM / 5.88 ft 9:19 PM / 5.77 ft 9:51 PM / 5.62 ft 10:24 PM / 5.45 ft 11:01 PM / 5.27 ft 11:46 PM / 5.08 ft

12:36 PM / -0.03 ft 1:30 PM / -0.21 ft 2:21 PM / -0.28 ft 3:10 PM / -0.19 ft 3:57 PM / 0.02 ft 4:43 PM / 0.33 ft 5:29 PM / 0.70 ft 6:17 PM / 1.07 ft 7:07 PM / 1.39 ft 8:02 PM / 1.62 ft 9:00 PM / 1.71 ft 9:58 PM / 1.65 ft 10:52 PM / 1.48 ft 11:41 PM / 1.23 ft

6:55 PM / 6.63 ft 7:46 PM / 6.68 ft 8:34 PM / 6.61 ft 9:20 PM / 6.41 ft 10:04 PM / 6.11 ft 10:48 PM / 5.77 ft 11:32 PM / 5.41 ft

October 2009

12:25 AM / 0.98 ft 1:06 AM / 0.75 ft 1:45 AM / 0.57 ft 2:23 AM / 0.44 ft 3:00 AM / 0.37 ft 3:38 AM / 0.35 ft 4:19 AM / 0.38 ft 5:04 AM / 0.46 ft 5:55 AM / 0.59 ft 12:40 AM / 5.00 ft 6:53 AM / 0.73 ft 1:50 AM / 4.98 ft 8:00 AM / 0.82 ft 3:03 AM / 5.12 ft 9:11 AM / 0.80 ft 4:13 AM / 5.42 ft 10:19 AM / 0.66 ft 5:16 AM / 5.83 ft 11:23 AM / 0.45 ft 6:14 AM / 6.25 ft 12:21 PM / 0.23 ft 12:45 AM / 0.11 ft 1:31 AM / -0.06 ft 2:15 AM / -0.10 ft 2:58 AM / -0.03 ft 3:39 AM / 0.15 ft 4:20 AM / 0.39 ft 5:02 AM / 0.67 ft 5:45 AM / 0.96 ft 12:28 AM / 4.77 ft 6:32 AM / 1.21 ft 1:19 AM / 4.65 ft 7:23 AM / 1.42 ft 2:14 AM / 4.62 ft 8:21 AM / 1.54 ft 3:12 AM / 4.72 ft 9:22 AM / 1.54 ft 4:09 AM / 4.92 ft 10:21 AM / 1.44 ft 5:01 AM / 5.22 ft 11:17 AM / 1.25 ft 5:49 AM / 5.56 ft 12:08 PM / 1.02 ft 12:26 AM / 0.66 ft

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Low

High

6:28 AM / 5.44 ft 7:11 AM / 5.74 ft 7:51 AM / 6.01 ft 8:29 AM / 6.23 ft 9:08 AM / 6.38 ft 9:49 AM / 6.46 ft 10:33 AM / 6.46 ft 11:23 AM / 6.39 ft 12:19 PM / 6.26 ft 1:22 PM / 6.14 ft 2:30 PM / 6.08 ft 3:37 PM / 6.10 ft 4:40 PM / 6.17 ft 5:39 PM / 6.25 ft 6:33 PM / 6.29 ft 7:07 AM / 6.61 ft 7:56 AM / 6.84 ft 8:42 AM / 6.92 ft 9:27 AM / 6.84 ft 10:10 AM / 6.65 ft 10:53 AM / 6.37 ft 11:37 AM / 6.06 ft 12:22 PM / 5.77 ft 1:10 PM / 5.53 ft 2:01 PM / 5.36 ft 2:54 PM / 5.27 ft 3:48 PM / 5.26 ft 4:39 PM / 5.29 ft 5:27 PM / 5.35 ft 6:13 PM / 5.41 ft 6:35 AM / 5.90 ft

12:40 PM / 0.90 ft 1:25 PM / 0.73 ft 2:07 PM / 0.63 ft 2:48 PM / 0.58 ft 3:30 PM / 0.62 ft 4:13 PM / 0.71 ft 4:59 PM / 0.87 ft 5:49 PM / 1.05 ft 6:46 PM / 1.21 ft 7:49 PM / 1.29 ft 8:56 PM / 1.23 ft 10:02 PM / 1.01 ft 11:01 PM / 0.70 ft 11:55 PM / 0.38 ft

6:56 PM / 5.79 ft 7:36 PM / 5.81 ft 8:13 PM / 5.78 ft 8:49 PM / 5.70 ft 9:26 PM / 5.59 ft 10:05 PM / 5.44 ft 10:48 PM / 5.29 ft 11:39 PM / 5.12 ft

1:14 PM / 0.08 ft 2:03 PM / 0.04 ft 2:50 PM / 0.11 ft 3:34 PM / 0.28 ft 4:18 PM / 0.53 ft 5:02 PM / 0.82 ft 5:46 PM / 1.11 ft 6:32 PM / 1.35 ft 7:23 PM / 1.52 ft 8:16 PM / 1.58 ft 9:11 PM / 1.53 ft 10:05 PM / 1.38 ft 10:55 PM / 1.16 ft 11:42 PM / 0.91 ft

7:23 PM / 6.26 ft 8:10 PM / 6.15 ft 8:54 PM / 5.96 ft 9:37 PM / 5.73 ft 10:18 PM / 5.47 ft 11:00 PM / 5.20 ft 11:42 PM / 4.96 ft

12:56 PM / 0.80 ft 6:57 PM / 5.45 ft

Time Differences: Masonboro Inlet, N.C.-St. Marys, Ga. Location

Masonboro Inlet Bald Head Southport Lockwoods Folly Inlet Shallotte Inlet (Bowen Point) Little River (town), ICW North Myrtle Beach, ICW Myrtle Beach, Comb Brdg, ICW

HIGH

-0:07 -0:10 +0:07 -0:22 +0:17 +0:13 +1:46 +2:27

LOW

+0:09 -0:07 +0:15 -0:08 +0:32 +0:39 +2:46 +4:03

Location

Georgetown Harbor, SC Edisto Marina, Big Bay Cr. Ent. Ashepoo-Coosaw Cutoff, ICW Beaufort River, Beaufort, SC Skull Creek, Hilton Head S Ent. Thunderbolt, Savannah Rvr., GA Savannah River Entr., GA St. Marys Entrance, N Jetty, GA

use Charleston data +/- correction

HIGH

+1:25 -0:07 +0:19 +1:08 +0:35 +0:36 +0:04 -0:32

LOW

+2:09 -0:04 +0:33 +0:59 +0:31 +0:22 +0:10 +0:07

All Fishing Options Available Cruising comfortably at 30 mph and top speed of 35 mph with standard fuel efficient twin Volvo-Penta turbo charged D3-190HP diesel engines, burning only 11 Gallons per hour, the Eastport 32 has a range of over 440 miles on a single tank and a “go anywhere” shallow draft of only 22 inches with maximum maneuverability for ease of docking. Features include the innovative drop down tailgate/ swim platform for easy access to the water, an enclosed head and a double “V” berth in the forward cabin and ample seating in the large open cockpit which converts into a “bunk” and an on deck Wet bar/Galley for entertaining. The luxurious “Pilot House” helm seat is the center of the ergonomically designed steering console with great all-round visibility and an outdoor feel, with an extended hard top for protection from the elements. The Eastport 32 is for lovers of water sports, entertaining, fishing and the great outdoors.

built in Washington, NCFor ByEastport Brooks Yacht Boatworks, Built ByProudly Brooks Boatworks Inc. Exclusively Company Exclusively for Eastport Yacht Company

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13398 Hwy 55 E. Alliance, NC 28509 252-745-5615 phone mobileeastmarine@embarqmail.com www.mobileeastmarine.com

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