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2 weeks ago - 2 min read
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Boat Lingo 101: Must-Know Boating Terms Everyone Should Know

Learn essential boating terminology with our Boat Lingo 101 guide. From navigation to fishing terms, boost your confidence on the water with GBC.

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1 year ago - 3 min read
Boat SafetyFlorida Guide

Summer Storm Savvy

If you’ve been boating in Florida, you probably already know a sunny morning doesn’t necessarily lead to a calm, sunny day. In fact, Florida sees upwards of 100 thunderstorm days each year! And while a brief storm on land isn’t a problem, it can quickly become a serious situation on the water. Staying safe during a storm or any other type of inclement weather is important. Make sure you're prepared as summer storms can pop up out of nowhere in Florida.
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2 years ago - 5 min read
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Mastering Docking Techniques

Hoping on a boat with friends, cruising to a local hotspot for top-notch dockside dining—few experiences rival that. Thanks to Gulfstream Boat Club’s prime locations nestled in the heart of familiar waterways, you can turn this daydream into a daily reality. Now, let’s brush up on our skills for a seamless docking experience. This guide keeps it simple and practical, honing in on the crucial steps to navigate waters and docking effortlessly. Whether you’re a seasoned captain or a novice enthusiast, mastering the art of docking promises to elevate your dockside dining adventures on any waterway.
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2 years ago - 3 min read
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A Guide to Snorkeling Safety: Dive In with Confidence

Picture this: crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and a rainbow of marine life. Snorkeling with your Gulfstream membership is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in Florida’s underwater wonders, but safety is key to ensuring a great trip all around. Today we’ll go over some of the most important things to keep in mind when it comes to snorkeling safety.
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2 years ago - 4 min read
Boat SafetyFlorida GuideMember Tips

Navigating Shallow Waters: Practical Tips for Safe Boating

As the seasons shift, the importance of navigating shallow waters with precision cannot be overstated. Understanding the nuances of your boat’s journey through the shallows is not merely a skill but a responsibility.
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2 years ago - 3 min read
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Small Craft Advisory & Warnings

Although the fishing may be better luck on cloudy or windy days, being out in a boat in bad weather can be very risky. High winds, rough water and thunderstorms can suddenly turn a pleasant outing into a frightening experience. Here’s what you need to know if there is a small craft advisory, inclement weather watch or warning
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2 years ago - 3 min read
Boat SafetyFlorida Guide

Tides and Currents – What to Know for Safe Boating

If you want to operate a boat safely and effectively, you need to understand how the tide and currents work. Most people know that the tide is responsible for higher and lower levels of water, but they don’t fully understand the mechanics behind this phenomenon or how to navigate a changing tide. In this guide, we’ll teach you all the basics.
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2 years ago - 3 min read
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Navigating Busy Waterways

Like an old friend, summertime weather beckons to us boaters. The sunshine, warm air and sparkling blue waters call us to come out and do what we do best… cruise! With this in mind, it is more important than ever to practice proper boating safety and etiquette to keep yourself and others out of harm’s way. Today’s we’ll go over how to navigate busy waterways when boating this year!

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2 years ago - 4 min read
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Anchoring at a Sandbar – Member Refresher

Simply being on a boat is fun, but where boats can take us to play is even more exciting and often the whole point of boating! Recreating near beaches and sandbars to enjoy the shoreline, raft up for a few hours, and give the kids a place to run and play in shallow water is a great way to enjoy a sunny day.

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2 years ago - 4 min read
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Boating Safety for 4th of July

As the boating season begins and 4th of July approaches, we know everyone wants to get on the water! Boating with a boat club is the best way to experience all our Florida waterways have to offer, all without the hassle of ownership. While these excursions are full of fun and leisure, the number one priority for every boater should be safety.

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2 years ago - 4 min read
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Boating Terms To Know for Safe Navigating

Learning nautical terms is a rite of passage to becoming a true boater, but you don’t need to carry around a maritime dictionary or study sailing phrases. Knowing and understand the most important boating terms will help you communicate with those on the boat with you, and keep you safe throughout your adventures!
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