Wilmington, NC April 29, 2013 - This spring several passenger cruise ships will dock in Wilmington and provide a welcome boost to the local economy. According to a Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) 2007 study, each cruise ship passenger spends an average of $123 per U.S. port-of-call visit. It is estimated that each crew member spends an average of $49 per visit. The small luxury cruise ship The ...

NEW HILL, NC April 25, 2013 — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will open the Cross Point Landing Boating and Fishing Access Area on Harris Lake to the public on May 3. The Commission and Duke Energy, which owns the lake and the site, will commemorate the opening with a ribbon cutting at 10 that morning. The Commission replaced two existing boat ramps with four new ramps with floating docks. The site a ...

Tigers battle strong competition and tough conditions on Sunday CLEMSON, SC April 21, 2013 – The 14th-ranked Clemson women’s rowing team second and third respectively in their two official races on Sunday in third and final session on the Clemson Invite on Lake Hartwell. “I think we did a great job this weekend,” said Clemson Head Coach Robbie Tenenbaum. “I am thrilled with how our team is performing. We ar ...

Fairfield Harbour Golf Course Welcomes Michael Cooper As New Hire NEW BERN, NC April 16, 2013 – Fairfield Harbour (http://www.fhpoa.com), a residential boating and golf community located 15 minutes from historic New Bern, has announced that Michael Cooper has joined Harbour Pointe Golf Club, a resort-style 18-hole, par-72 championship course located within the community, as the new general manager. In his n ...

Wilmington, NC April 8, 2013 – New Hanover County Parks & Gardens Environmental Educators, in partnership with Hook, Line & Paddle, will host a series of Kayak Eco-Tours at various parks facilities around the county. These guided tours through local waterways focus on the flora, fauna and ecosystem of both riverine and salt marsh habitats with discussion concerning coastal conservation issues. Topic ...

BEAUFORT, NC April 5, 2013 – Whether you’re a boating enthusiast or prefer to keep your feet on dry land, the 39th Annual Wooden Boat Show has activities for all ages. The show takes place at the North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort on Saturday, May 4. This free event celebrates the art of North Carolina boat building and the sport of boat racing. Dozens of handcrafted wooden boats will be on display ...

Wilmington, NC April 5, 2013 – Join New Hanover County Parks & Gardens for a day of fun and discovery on Saturday, April 13 from 8am-2pm at Smith Creek Park (633 Shenandoah Street, Wilmington). This free event is held in partnership with Hook, Line & Paddle, Wild Bird & Garden and Cape Fear Audubon Society. From 8-9:30am, Environmental Educators will lead participants on a walking trip around Sm ...

BURGAW, NC April 3, 2013 - The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has renovated the Shelter Creek Boating Access Area in Pender County, and it is now open to the public. The renovation included the replacement of the boat ramp, installation of a floating dock and improvements to the parking area. The site was also made accessible for the disabled. “This site is located on Shelter Creek and offers access to ...

HOOKERTON, NC April 1, 2013 — Boaters and anglers in Greene County wishing to enter Contentnea Creek now have a new access area. The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has just opened a new boating access area and fishing pier in the town of Hookerton. A ribbon cutting will be held at 11 a.m., April 5,at 107 N. William Hooker Drive in Hookerton. The Hookerton Boating Access Area has a new ADA-accessible con ...

Fort Lauderdale, FL April 1, 2013 - In recent years the marine industry has battened down its hatches in an effort to survive the economic storm. Depressed housing prices, stock prices and employment levels placed the economies of the world in the doldrums.  Elections, the Euro-crisis, taxation, healthcare, the fiscal cliff, created negative attitudes, and all impacted consumer confidence.  The boat and yac ...