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by Puddlejumper
Sun Sep 10, 2017 2:20 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Post-Irma news
Replies: 35
Views: 53672

Re: Post-Irma news

Take the time to read this lengthy information about relief efforts. https://www.facebook.com/StJohnCommunit ... 7238946749. They are doing a great job along with St John Rescue from what I read and know. They need cash donations.
by Puddlejumper
Sun Sep 13, 2015 6:48 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Trip report Beaufort, SC to Beaufort, NC
Replies: 5
Views: 16831

Re: Trip report Beaufort, SC to Beaufort, NC

An interesting list of another '10 Best'. This one is The 10 Best Places To Retire In North Carolina. http://www.onlyinyourstate.com/north-ca ... retire-nc/
by Puddlejumper
Sun Aug 23, 2015 9:10 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Trip report Beaufort, SC to Beaufort, NC
Replies: 5
Views: 16831

Re: Trip report Beaufort, SC to Beaufort, NC

Thanks for the kind comments Toni. It was great meeting a fellow Forumite in my small town.
by Puddlejumper
Sun Jun 21, 2015 6:59 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Searching for small coastal towns to visit/retire
Replies: 20
Views: 94254

Re: Searching for small coastal towns to visit/retire

Southport has the largest July 4th Festival in the state of NC. Thousands & thousands come for the 4th. Depending on how you look at it, it can be loads of fun, or not. It is a huge event here for this tiny little seacoast town. I recommend looking at the Chamber's website where you would like t...
by Puddlejumper
Mon Oct 27, 2014 8:32 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Searching for small coastal towns to visit/retire
Replies: 20
Views: 94254

Re: Searching for small coastal towns to visit/retire

Posted by my friend Keith Green who just loves shooting amazing landscapes. Happy Monday from Oakland/Southport NC!

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https://www.facebook.com/SouthportOakIs ... nsiderInfo
by Puddlejumper
Sun Oct 05, 2014 9:57 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Airlines.....Spirit?????
Replies: 13
Views: 6431

Re: Airlines.....Spirit?????

I flew on Spirit one time and really liked it, but I purchased the big front seat because it was a red eye flight from LAX to FLL to connect to SJU. The aircraft was very clean. Knowing all the issues, I would still fly them for the right price. We live near Myrtle Beach, so using Spirit for an isla...
by Puddlejumper
Mon Sep 29, 2014 8:03 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Trip Report - Off-Off-Season Sailing Trip Report
Replies: 21
Views: 14443

Re: Trip Report - Off-Off-Season Sailing Trip Report

Looks like it was a good time by all. Smart move you made here Rick. I hope to move this direction one day. Think you will ever venture out of the VI? I had been to SXM and the Grenadines with friends. Would love to spend time doing some down island harbor hopping.
by Puddlejumper
Wed Sep 03, 2014 12:12 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Searching for small coastal towns to visit/retire
Replies: 20
Views: 94254

Re: Searching for small coastal towns to visit/retire

As far as protected area, I guess you are referring to hurricane protection. We are as vulnerable as other coastal communities, maybe an argument can be for being more vulnerable because we 'stick' out in the ocean. Having been raised in eastern NC, I have lived with and through many many canes. You...
by Puddlejumper
Tue Sep 02, 2014 9:35 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Searching for small coastal towns to visit/retire
Replies: 20
Views: 94254

Re: Searching for small coastal towns to visit/retire

Also, a little trivia. Lot's of movies and tv shows film here. 'Under The Dome', and 'Safe Haven' are recent ones that come to mind.
by Puddlejumper
Tue Sep 02, 2014 9:28 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Searching for small coastal towns to visit/retire
Replies: 20
Views: 94254

Re: Searching for small coastal towns to visit/retire

Great to see several Forumites posting about Southport! We should have a get-together sometime. It is a growing retirement community. Many developments along the coast of southeastern NC, from Southport down to Calabash. There are developments strung along highway 17 from Wilmington to Charleston. I...
by Puddlejumper
Wed Jul 23, 2014 12:23 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Coral Bay Marina
Replies: 33
Views: 22902

Re: Coral Bay Marina

I just read part of the marina plan that includes waste water treatment and fresh water usage. They are proposing to use cisterns for their primary water source and fire suppression, and WAPA and/or Caneel as back-up. Vessel pump out will be held in a tank, only to be removed later for disposal to t...
by Puddlejumper
Tue Jul 22, 2014 10:05 pm
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Coral Bay Marina
Replies: 33
Views: 22902

Re: Coral Bay Marina

As a former resident of Coral Bay, I have mixed thoughts of this news. In addition, I am a boat captain, so I can relate to the need of a marina. St John needs a modern yachting center to meet the needs of boat owners and charters. My reservation about this whole thing has always been size. And afte...
by Puddlejumper
Sat May 24, 2014 7:54 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Quality Produce and Specialty Food on STT
Replies: 6
Views: 3111

Re: Quality Produce and Specialty Food on STT

Lets see if this works, Google map of Wheatley Center on ST Thomas. Just across from McDonalds.
https://www.google.com/maps/@18.3382482 ... a=!3m1!1e3
by Puddlejumper
Sat May 24, 2014 7:42 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: Beach Chair purchase
Replies: 1
Views: 1322

Re: Beach Chair purchase

Looks like I am posting a little late since you arrive today. Before you come to STJ, stop at Kmart or Home Depot on St Thomas.
by Puddlejumper
Fri May 02, 2014 9:40 am
Forum: U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Forum: St. John
Topic: A/C at Sunset Ridge Villas
Replies: 1
Views: 1946

Re: A/C at Sunset Ridge Villas

That's an awesome improvement. You guys continue to make steady improvements each year. Sunset Ridge has a great view and location.