Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway
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Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) - (Norfolk, VA to FL)
Description and Background
The ICW, also called "The Ditch", is a protected all-season waterway consisting of sections of dredged canals linking natural rivers and waterways. The controlling depth is eight (8) feet (2.44 meters), although some places can be shallower. Maintenance of the waterway has been somewhat less diligent in recent years with demands on tax dollars being diverted elsewhere. It is well-marked.
Marks on the ICW follow the rule: Southbound, Red marks are to Starboard, Green marks to Port. ICW marks are distinguished from channel marks by a yellow triangle on the red marks, yellow square on the green marks.
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
Radio Nets for the region?
Weather
General weather conditions?
Sources for weather forecast information:
Timing
Best times to traverse?
Popular Stops (Listed North to South)
(A page will be made for each)
References
Books, Guides, etc.
Forum Discussions
Links to discussion threads on the CruiserLog Forum
External Links
Personal Notes
Personal experience
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