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70 We want to see Oriental in North Carolina - ICW 09
12. august 2023 · 20 min · 696 visninger · Caroline du Nord
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A cruising sailboat transits the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) toward Oriental, North Carolina, navigating heavy weekend traffic and shifting tidal currents. The crew departs a busy anchorage near Beaufort at 8:15 a.m., timing their movement to coincide with the reversal of a two-knot adverse current.3:41 Throughout the passage, they encounter various bascule bridges, including those operated for rail traffic, and note the high volume of recreational vessels in the Neuse River.5:46 Upon arrival in Oriental, the crew utilizes a 48-hour public dock and identifies local resources, including a well-stocked chandlery with affordable sail repair supplies and free municipal Wi-Fi.15:38 Despite the scenic route, the crew decides to depart Oriental quickly to avoid unfavorable winds forecast for the coming days, planning to continue toward Belhaven.14:15 The passage highlights the necessity of monitoring tidal windows and local traffic patterns when navigating the ICW during peak weekend hours.
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