Wintering in NC?
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mistercomputerman
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You stalking those guys?
FWIW
I don't think that they are spreadsheet boaters, either. We get in the boat, ride until about 3pm, and then start calling marinas within the next 50 miles or so to see if they have space available. We have a real lack of organization to our boating...
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Nehalennia
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bahamabreisus
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Any body know where the end point will be?
CJ Martin
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Hopefully not in a boiling pot of water...
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islandhopper00
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Ah, Alex didn't mean it like that.
Ok, on the same note, we're actually looking at places to retire to and Southport NC is really pushing homeownership here on LI. The place were flying down to look at has a Marina ,etc. we will buy now and leave NY in 6 yrs anyone give advice? Any experience would help us.
mistercomputerman
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Try before you buy?
Red Stripe
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I'm not sure if this has been covered elsewhere but it's something to be aware of...
[h=3]NC registration required for documented boats, fee increase[/h][h=4]Reported By: Mike Ahart, News Editor (WG Staff)[/h]
Reminder: Registration fees are going up starting Oct. 1, plus all USCG Documented vessels in the state 90-days or more will need to be registered.
Confusion abounds on how this new law affects USCG documented boats in the state, especially since the NC Wildlife Resources Commission website is a bit vague. Do they require that a state registration number be affixed to the bow of a USCG documented boat? That seemed strange to me, so I called them -- but that's the answer I got from the first agent I talked to. I kept pressing "up the chain" and confirmed that the first agent's information was incorrect. Vessels do need to be registered and the fee paid; however, only the sticker needs to be affixed (on the starboard bow, according to two of the agents).
(8/2/2013) NC Senate Appropriations Bill 402 passed, increasing registration fees on vessels over and above what was passed in Senate Bill 58. It also requires all USCG documented vessels in the state (more than 90 days) to be registered and fees paid. The stated purpose of the original bill (SB58) was to "provide additional funding for dredging of the state's shallow draft navigation channels." With the passage of the appropriations bill, 50% of the fees collected are to go into the Shallow Draft Navigation Channel and Lake Dredging Fund. Another $3 of the fees ($9 for 3-year) is to be used "for boating access area acquisition, development, and maintenance."
Starting Oct. 1, 2013, one year registration fees will be:
[h=3]NC registration required for documented boats, fee increase[/h][h=4]Reported By: Mike Ahart, News Editor (WG Staff)[/h]
Reminder: Registration fees are going up starting Oct. 1, plus all USCG Documented vessels in the state 90-days or more will need to be registered.
Confusion abounds on how this new law affects USCG documented boats in the state, especially since the NC Wildlife Resources Commission website is a bit vague. Do they require that a state registration number be affixed to the bow of a USCG documented boat? That seemed strange to me, so I called them -- but that's the answer I got from the first agent I talked to. I kept pressing "up the chain" and confirmed that the first agent's information was incorrect. Vessels do need to be registered and the fee paid; however, only the sticker needs to be affixed (on the starboard bow, according to two of the agents).
(8/2/2013) NC Senate Appropriations Bill 402 passed, increasing registration fees on vessels over and above what was passed in Senate Bill 58. It also requires all USCG documented vessels in the state (more than 90 days) to be registered and fees paid. The stated purpose of the original bill (SB58) was to "provide additional funding for dredging of the state's shallow draft navigation channels." With the passage of the appropriations bill, 50% of the fees collected are to go into the Shallow Draft Navigation Channel and Lake Dredging Fund. Another $3 of the fees ($9 for 3-year) is to be used "for boating access area acquisition, development, and maintenance."
Starting Oct. 1, 2013, one year registration fees will be:
- One Year: $30.00 for a vessel that is less than 26 feet in length. $50.00 for a vessel that is 26 feet or more in length (was $15.00 for any length vessel).
- Three Year: $90.00 for a vessel that is less than 26 feet in length. $150.00 for a vessel that is 26 feet or more in length (was $40.00 for any length vessel).
Alex F
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Joe, wherever you decide, make sure it's a waterfront with large dock to fit couple of boats. I'll rent one spot from you. :lol:
JimT
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Just registered my new today. $60 for three years. Goes up to $150 after 10/1.
I'll need a center console and a day boat , after that you guys are all welcome !!
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mistercomputerman
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Who's gonna be left up North if all youse guys come to the South?
Who cares? No one can afford to stay here
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mistercomputerman
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I don't guess I'll tell you that I passed a gas station today with regular at $3.11/gallon.
Damn, reg here is still in the $3.69 price range and I can only use premium at $4.13. 6 yrs can't come fast enough so I can leave this BS taxed up the a** state !!!
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mistercomputerman
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We have POlice in the South. Hell, the Virginia Beach Police Chief is from Jersey.
Alex F
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Does anyone have any info on New Bern, NC? Is it worth considering as a winter home port?
Red Stripe
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Beautiful spot. Fresh water. Fairly remote. No direct flights from NY.
Alex F
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- Nov 14, 2006
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- 2005 420DB with AB 11 DLX Tender, Raymarine Electronics (2x12" MFDs) with Vesper AIS
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- Cummins 450Cs, 9KW Onan Generator, 40HP Yamaha for tender.
I was suggested to look into it, but when I start searching there was very limited info on things to do. Cruising guide has just one pic and few words that doesn't justify anything.
Are there any family activities? Good cruising destinations?
