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Re: 4 day restrictions on the boat
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. We didn't try to go ashore during that Q period, but we could have. ...." Husker. But, wouldn't that be in violation of the quarantine, if you went ashore??
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Re: 4 day restrictions on the boat
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. We didn't try to go ashore during that Q period, but we could have. ...." Husker. But, wouldn't that be in violation of the quarantine, if you went ashore?? No, charter guests are allowed to use certain beaches and snorkeling spots. Similarly, some resort guests are allowed to use designated beaches and public dining areas.
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Re: 4 day restrictions on the boat
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Here is a page with links to the official government information. Under Vessel Restrictions it calls out the restriction of waiting until Day 0 negative results are received before making landfall. Specifically, here is the current map that calls out which Peter Island anchorages are prohibited from landfall. Sleepychef will probably chime in, but I think he has setup a system to order, pay, and arrange for pickup from Wonky Dog on Anegada.
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Re: 4 day restrictions on the boat
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The landfall rules are not entirely clear. The concept is that those who have not cleared the Covid protocols should not be mixing with inhabitants. Yet if someone goes ashore on an inhabited island, that would be a problem. Likewise, if we, or our neighbors who have not cleared protocol, are on our private beaches or docks, which is permitted, then someone coming ashore could be exposed.
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Re: 4 day restrictions on the boat
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I have asked several times without luck but does anyone having anything definitive about diving during the 4 day period? George
I have not seen any versions of the tracking devices that are suitable for diving depths. That alone seems to indicate that diving is not allowed. Even the waterproof watches have been damaged by simple showers.
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Re: 4 day restrictions on the boat
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The landfall rules are not entirely clear. The concept is that those who have not cleared the Covid protocols should not be mixing with inhabitants. Yet if someone goes ashore on an inhabited island, that would be a problem. Likewise, if we, or our neighbors who have not cleared protocol, are on our private beaches or docks, which is permitted, then someone coming ashore could be exposed. For the most part, the designated anchorages are uninhabited. Obviously, there could still be people not in quarantine that have ventured to those places, but the risk of that happening is reduced and hopefully people use some common sense, wear masks, and keep their distance from each other. Pomato Point on Anegada is a good example. It is essentially uninhabited but there is a restaurant and a couple of rental cottages near where the anchorage is marked on the map. Charter guests just need to consider it a privilege that they are allowed to use the beach and stay away from others. it's not an excuse to go to Sid's and have dinner even though the restaurant is near the designated anchorage. The concept is a complete violation of the 30 foot rule so I don't know what the government is really thinking but I do think some common sense and courtesy could be applied here.
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Re: 4 day restrictions on the boat
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No diving is a deal killer for two groups looking to go down. Hard to understand how diving presents any risk. I'm not sure anyone thinks it does but the tracking devices are a requirement so I don't understand how that would work. Devices capable of diving depths would be quite a bit more expensive if they even could be made to work.
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Re: 4 day restrictions on the boat
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George dog has good diving. The back side of Peter is good. The wreck of the fearless is off Great Harbor and a good dive. There is a nice drop off at Benures. G
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Re: 4 day restrictions on the boat
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02/04/2021 10:34 AM
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To me, it doesn't make much sense to come for less than 10 days so couldn't diving just wait until after quarantine Some of the BVI charter companies are offering great quarantine deals if you are in the market. Horizon Yacht Charters : 1. On a 14 day charter: First 4 days of Quarantine Free with our Safe Haven Special Offer! Charter Dates available: from December 1st, 2020 onwards, while Quarantine applies in the BVI. 2. From 22nd January 2021, we are offering any available Monohull yacht from our BVI fleet from just $6,000 for 4 weeks!
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