Manjack Cay
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Manjack Cay
Background
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Charts
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Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets The Abacos has an informally organized local VHF channel specifically designed to help yachtsmen who are not totally familiar with The Abacos' waters. Since many local and cruising yachtsmen standby on VHF 68, a convenient source of "local knowledge" or help in an emergency. Additionally, at 8:15 AM, the Abacos' most accurate local weather and sea conditions forecast is available. Medical and rescue help (through Bahamas Air Sea Rescue) stands by on VHF 83 out of Treasure Cay.
The Network begins its day at 8:15 each morning and continues for just over an hour. Weather reports are given, cruiser news and information is exchanged, newcomers and returnees welcomed to the area and those departing for stays elsewhere are bid a fond farewell. Advertisements for restaurants, bars and community events are announced free of charge and there is a special segment called the "open mike" which invites comments and advice from anyone in the area who can tune in to VHF 68.
Although you probably won't be able to receive the Abacos Cruisersnet on VHF 68 at 8:15 am, you can get it slightly delayed on the internet A local couple has provided free internet in the main anchorage at Manjack.
Approach
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Anchorages
- The southern anchorage, between the beach and Crab Cay is open to winds from the NW to W, but is only a few miles from the sheltered anchorages in Green Turtle Cay.
Health & Security
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Tourism & things to do ashore
- Relax on board or on the beaches. Walk the trails to the ocean beach. Swim and snorkel on either side. Learn to do absolutely nothing and do it well!
Marine Stores & Facilities
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Offshore Islands
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Routes/Passages To/From
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References & Publications
- The Cruising Guide to Abaco, Bahamas: 2008 by Steve Dodge
- The Abaco Guide: A Cruising Guide to the Northern Bahamas Including Grand Bahama, the Bight of Abaco, and the Abacos by Stephen J. Pavlidis
Cruiser's Friends
- Bill and Leslie, who live just north of the beach at the main anchorage are good friends of cruisers. Take your dinghy to the dock or beach and say hi. They provide free WiFi to those anchored off the beach. To thank them, take a plastic garbage bag ashore with you, pick up some of the flotsam and jetsam on the island and take it with you.
Forum Discussions
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External Links
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Personal Notes
- A wonderful quiet place with nice beaches and paths to beaches on the ocean. The residents are very friendly to boaters.
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