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==George Town==
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* You will find water at the dingy dock that is very good but must be containered. The marina sells water from a metered hose at $0.40 / gal  
* You will find water at the dingy dock that is very good but must be containered. The marina sells water from a metered hose at $0.40 / gal  
* Sewage Pump out boat (donation expected) patrols harbour
* Sewage Pump out boat (donation expected) patrols harbour
* Problems with gas (petrol) for outboards.  Everyone was having these problems with the gas when I was there, 2008, 2009.
* Problems with gas (petrol) for outboards.  Everyone was having these problems with the gas when I was there, 2008, 2009.
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* Exuma Market with dinghy dock through the bridge in Victoria Lake has the best range of provisions in the area
* Exuma Market with dinghy dock through the bridge in Victoria Lake has the best range of provisions in the area
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* Flamingo Air operates regular service to MIA and NAS
* Flamingo Air operates regular service to MIA and NAS
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* Charter flights to other islands readily available. (Staniel Cay $400)
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George Town is the destination for many Exuma cruisers with perhaps 300 boats resident for the winter season. There is a very active live aboard community with organized social events - volley ball, church choir, bridge etc. &nbsp;
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George Town is the destination for many Exuma cruisers with perhaps 300 boats resident for the winter season. There is a very active live aboard community with organized social events - volley ball, church choir, bridge etc. &nbsp;
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Revision as of 18:34, 27 February 2013

George Town

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 23°30.26′N, 75°46.14′W
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Exuma3-chartlet.pngGeorge Town - Click for larger view

Contents

Historic details, etc.

Submit details about the sailing/cruising in the area, etc.

Source
Chart Number - Chart Name
Chart Number - Chart Name
Source
Chart Number - Chart Name

Radio Nets

  • Very active cruisers net VHF 72 @ 0800 daily

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Weather

Give local weather conditions or refer to another page (a region or island group) that covers these conditions.

Sources for Weather forecasts:

Approach and Navigation

Any navigation notes here. If this section does not apply remove it.

Check-in facilities (Customs and Immigration)

If this is not a port of entry omit this section, otherwise submit details about facilities for checking in - location of immigration & customs, etc.

Berthing Options

Describe here the berthing options of this port. Are there moorings or you have to anchor? Do most boats moor side-to, stern-to, or bow-to? Etc.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

Submit Marina details.

  • Exumas Docking Services Marina - 52 slips. Entrance 6' at low tide, 9' at high tide. They have gas & diesel. (242)336-2578

Anchorages

  • Stocking Island has 3 hurricane holes with fixed moorings some of which can be rented on a monthly basis
  • Stocking Harbour west of Stocking Island has excellent holding and good protection but can be crowded with as many as 500 boats a large number of which are resident throughout the season. Swimming is not recommended

Offshore Islands

List Islands

Yacht Repairs and Services

List services. If no services are available on the island write "None" and remove all the subsections (Marine Stores, & Repairs/Yards, & Fuel, Water, & Electricity.

Marine Stores

Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.

Repairs/Yards

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

  • You will find water at the dingy dock that is very good but must be containered. The marina sells water from a metered hose at $0.40 / gal
  • Sewage Pump out boat (donation expected) patrols harbour
  • Problems with gas (petrol) for outboards. Everyone was having these problems with the gas when I was there, 2008, 2009.

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

List places of interest, tours, etc.

Grocery Stores

  • Exuma Market with dinghy dock through the bridge in Victoria Lake has the best range of provisions in the area

Eateries

Internet/WiFi

Available?

Laundry

  • Yes in town

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Transportation

  • Flamingo Air operates regular service to MIA and NAS
  • Charter flights to other islands readily available. (Staniel Cay $400)

Routes/Passages To/From

List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.

Cruiser's Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forum Discussions

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

External Links

References & Publications

Books, Guides, etc. Use the Reference template or not at your discretion. For example:

{{Reference|Rod Heikel|Greek Waters Pilot|Imray Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire|9780852889718}}, expands to
Rod Heikell, Greek Waters Pilot Imray, Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire, ISBN 9780852889718
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  • Author, Title, Publisher, ISBN ISBN number

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See [[Country or Region#References_&_Publications|Coutry or Region]].

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Personal Notes

George Town is the destination for many Exuma cruisers with perhaps 300 boats resident for the winter season. There is a very active live aboard community with organized social events - volley ball, church choir, bridge etc.  

Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)

Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:

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