Buzzards Bay

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Buzzards Bay
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Map of Buzzards Bay

Southern Massachusetts from the Cape Cod Canal to Rhode Island

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

Charts

Chart Source
NOAA
Chart Nos: 13227, 13228, 13229, 13230, 13232, 13235, 13236


Weather

Local weather conditions?

Sources for Weather forecasts:

Passages

Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.

Islands

Communication

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Also see World Cruiser's Nets


Navigation

The Cape Cod Canal and Woods Hole have EXTREMELY strong currents. Do not attempt to go against the current unless you can maintain at least 10 knots of boat speed under engine power.

There are specific rules for Canal Passage. The Canal is operated and maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. You must follow the Canal rules when entering and passing through the Canal.

Information can be found at Corps of Engineers. You must transit the Canal under motor power.

Entrance

Checkin in Boston Harbor or New Bedford

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Berthing

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

Anchorages

List details of all safe anchorages in the area.

Too numerous to list.

Yacht Repairs and Services

Marine Stores

  • West Marine, New Bedford
  • West Marine, Fairhaven
  • West Marine, Marion

Repairs/Yards

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

  • Fuel - fuel notes
  • Water - water notes
  • Electricity - electricity notes

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

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Grocery & Supply Stores

Eateries

Internet/WiFi

Available?

Laundry

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Garbage Disposal

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Transportation

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Friends

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

Forums

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Links

References

See United States .

Comments

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