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Can You Boat During a King Tide? What Florida Boaters Should Know

Can you boat during a king tide? Learn what Florida boaters should know about higher water levels, bridge clearance, currents, docking, and how to prepare for a safe and enjoyable day on the water.

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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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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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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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Stay Safe in the Sun – From Sunscreen to Sunglasses

As temperatures increase in Florida, so does our time outdoors. And because the sun isn’t blazing hot yet, it’s easy to forget that our skin and eyes still needs protection from its rays. Here’s what you need to know to stay safe in the sun with Gulfstream Boat Club—for yourself and all those you love—as we head into the sunny seasons!

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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.

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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.

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Does Boat Club Membership Include a Captain?

As a South Florida boat club, Gulfstream Boat Club offers access to both the Intracoastal and the Atlantic Ocean. Navigating the waters of the Intracoastal requires being aware of its zones, inlets, depths, sandbars, and shoals. Cruising or fishing in the Atlantic near Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, or Hypoluxo also requires quite a bit of boating experience. When you hire a Gulfstream Boat Club Captain for a charter, you are sure to find the best bays, beaches, diving spots, hidden gems, and holiday hot spots!

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14 Boating Safety Tips in Florida

Did you know that the first boat can be found all the way back in 8,000 B.C. in Holland? Are you a fan of boating but aren’t sure whether you have the top boating safety tips?

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Top 10 Seasick Remedies: How to Avoid Seasickness on a Boat

Going on a cruise or a fishing trip is a great way to spend a vacation, but for people who get seasick easily, it’s not always the best option. It’s hard to enjoy time off when you feel sick the entire time. How can you still go on that dream vacation without feeling nauseous? Here are some simple tips for how to avoid seasickness that will help you get through your travels!

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Boat Safety: How to Keep Your Kids Safe While Boating

In 2017, emergency departments in the US attended to 8,700 children aged 19 and younger due to a drowning event. A quarter of these kids also had to stay in the hospital for further treatment.

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