Happy February! Tomorrow is the big day—will Punxsutawney Phil see his shadow? If he does, it means six more weeks of winter, but if not, we could be looking forward to an early spring! What’s your prediction?
Events
We’ll be at the Mid-Atlantic Boat Show from February 6th to 9th at the Charlotte Convention Center! From the entrance, walk straight to the back, and we will be on the left.
Thursday, 11AM – 8PM
Friday, 11AM – 8PM
Saturday, 9AM – 8PM
Sunday, 11AM – 5PM
If you have friends or family who are curious about the club, we’d love to have them join you! Complimentary tickets are available—just email Ryan at [email protected], and he’ll take care of the details for you and your guests.
You’re Invited to the Carefree Boat Club Chili Cook-off!
When: Saturday, February 15th at 5:30 PM
Where: Eleven Lakes Brewing Company
10228 Bailey Rd #201, Cornelius, NC 28031
How It Works: Entry is $2 per person, OR bring a chili and enjoy free entry! Voting is by people’s choice in three categories:
- Best overall
- Hot yet tasty
- Most unusual
Why Attend? Compete for fabulous prizes and bragging rights as the best chili cook in the club! Plus you get to hang out with fellow members, chat about boating, and enjoy a fun evening together!
Bonus Points: Earn 1 social point toward Carefree’s Most Social Contest (winner gets one month of dues free!). 2 points for bringing a chili, and 3 points for category winners!
So, fire up those pots and get cooking—we’ll see you there!
Member Housekeeping
To keep our fleet in the best condition, pets are welcome on our pontoons but are no longer allowed on inboard boats. Pet hair can clog the bilge pump, causing it to fail and take on water, leading to downtime for repairs. To keep our boats in top shape and available for members, we appreciate your cooperation with this policy.
With this time of the year comes windy conditions—please boat carefully! Strong winds can create rough waters, making maneuvering more difficult. If winds reach 12-15 mph, we’ll need to temporarily suspend boating for safety until conditions improve.
Lake Norman boaters: Be aware that lake levels are low, and hidden hazards like stumps and rocks may now be exposed. Reduce speed, avoid cutting corners, and leave extra space around buoys, docks, points, and markers to protect yourself and the boats.
Boat of the Month
Meet Leviathan, our Avalon Catalina Quad Lounger, a 25-foot tritoon with plenty of onboard space and seating for up to 13 people. This tritoon includes four corners full of plush seating, with two aft and two forward sunbathing lounges, plus side-by-side seating next to the driver!
Its open floor plan has plenty of center walking space, making it ideal for hanging out or entertaining on the water. Designed for comfort, the Quad Lounger also provides impressive performance powered by its Yamaha 250 HP motor. Check it out at Kings Point Marina!
Other News
Know someone interested in working as a dockhand this summer? We’re hiring at all locations! Have them apply on our website at www.carefreeboats.com/
