Reviews from Barry Bicknell (6)

Anchorage Review for Hooker Cove

Reviewed by: Barry Bicknell, KAT, on Feb 9, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 44'
Draft: 3.0'

A Stuart local, this anchorage is for general overnight before moving on , as it doesn't offer any shore access and is WIDE OPEN.

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Anchorage Review for Sebastian

Reviewed by: Barry Bicknell, KAT, on Feb 3, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 44'
Draft: 3.0'

1/30/24: Happy New Year. Came up to Sebastian to watch two SpaceX rocket launches. Anchored just off Capt Hirams Resort (friendly crew). Must enter through market channel (4'LMW). Anchorage is on South side of small spoil island where there are #5 wrecked sailboats, and what appears to be an abandoned sailboat at anchor. The depth here was 3' at full moon low tide! You are Open to E and SE wind and wakes; some protection from N and W.
Shore has Capt Hirams restaurant, bar, music with a country & Key West vibe. Walk to Squib Lipps Restaurant, Tiki Beach Bar, Mel Fishers Treasures, others.

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Free Dock Review for West Palm Beach (Clematis Street) Municipal Dock

Reviewed by: Barry Bicknell, KAT, on Oct 30, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 44'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

Two large floating docks perfectly located in downtown WPB with unlimited bars, restaurants, entertainment. Location of SunFest annual music; as well as PB Boat Show.

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Anchorage Review for Marriott Resort

Reviewed by: Barry Bicknell, KAT, on Oct 30, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 44'
Draft: 3.0'

Take the Marriott marked channel to the south east of the Ocean Blvd bridge. This is Open Water anchorage, however far from ICW chanel so wakes are minimal.
Shore dinghy access is a park boat ramp under the bridge. You may(?) be able to request Marriott Marina for short access to enjoy poolside lunch or dinner? Publix is 3/4 mile.

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Anchorage Review for Peck Lake

Reviewed by: Barry Bicknell, KAT, on Oct 30, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 44'
Draft: 3.0'

This is a "Popular" anchorage ICW south of St. Lucie / Stuart inlet. "Busy" with locals on weekends. Located in between two no wake zones, Pecks Lake area becomes a Go Zone so expects wakes.

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Free Dock Review for Stuart Riverside Pier

Reviewed by: Barry Bicknell, KAT, on Oct 30, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 44'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

City of Stuart owns the #12 slips for up to 35' boats, plus a 258 ft T-dock; all floating platform; is wheelchair accessible. Dockage is free, No Overnights! Anchorage is just off the docks to the East Only (not west!) with aprox 3' MLW. Perfectly located right in the middle of downtown Stuart with Many restaurants and quaint shops to Enjoy. On most Sundays there is a waterfront park of green market stands and music. Enjoy!

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