Boat Club Membership vs Boat Ownership

A Boat Club Membership makes a lot of sense if you love being on the water but want to avoid the steep drawbacks of boat ownership. From cost and convenience to variety and flexibility, here’s a list of perks you’ll enjoy with a Gulfstream Boat Club Membership.

New Member Orientation – 5 Things to Learn

Whether you’re a new boater preparing to cast off for the first time with Gulfstream Boat Club or a seasoned veteran at the helm, our New Member Orientation is a fun and practical way to gain confidence on the water and an understanding of the vessel. Education is the key to becoming a better, more knowledgeable boater.

Boating Tips: How to Anchor at a Sandbar

Boating means having the luxury of taking mini vacations in your own neighborhood. Visiting an exclusive spot only reachable by boat. Your local sandbars are popular spots but if you’re in the mood for a bit more quiet try visiting during the week.

The True Cost of Owning a Boat

The best of the boating life is sharing it with the people you love most. The kiss of sun and salt air on your skin while you watch lumbering manatees, graceful dolphins, and a rainbow of colorful fish. Your memories of time on the water are priceless. But the true cost of owning goes beyond the initial purchase. As they say, the two best days of boat ownership are the day you buy your boat and the day you sell it.

Reserve Online with Gulfstream Boat Club’s Member Portal

Book your day on the water from the palm of your hands. Gulfstream Boat Club Members have the luxury of reserving their boat from their home, work, on a run or in another state! Access our entire calendar up to 90 days in advance, view the newest boats added to our fleet and review your profile and usage reports. Schedule your next girl’s trip, me-time or family outing using our updated Member Portal.

12 Boating Terms and Nautical Vocabulary You Should Know

Spending a day on the open water? Boating is a wonderful recreational activity, but before you go, it’s important to learn some basic terminology. It will help keep you safe in case of an emergency. With a little preparation, you’ll feel more comfortable on your excursion. Here are twelve useful boating terms for beginners and nautical vocabulary that you should know.

5 Benefits of a Boat Membership Club Every Boat Lover Needs to Know

Estimates show that around 142 million Americans enjoyed boating in 2016. Maybe you did as well, and now you want a boat of your own. Fantasies of sun-drenched afternoons on the water, tubing, fishing trips with old friends, and water skiing fill your head. The smell of salt on the breeze—it’s all so intoxicating. However, a boat is an investment full of costs that sap the happiness out of ownership. You can avoid them with a boat membership.

Keep Your Kids Safe & Entertained On The Water

What’s Really Involved in a Boat Club Membership?

Would you love to go boating often, but aren’t ready for the hassle and expense of owning your own boat? Are you interested in learning more about boat club membership? Boat club members can get the perks of owning a boat without the expense. And you’ll have access to a superb collection of boats.

5 Essential Hacks for Renting a Boat This Summer

The sun is out and waves are rolling…you’re stuck on the shore watching everyone enjoy their summer out on the boat. Not an ideal way to spend your free time is it?