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5 Reasons Why a Boat Club is Better Than Buying a Boat

5 Reasons Why a Boat Club is Better Than Buying a Boat

Boating is a fun and exciting way to not only get out on the water and savor the scenery but to enjoy time with family and friends. When purchasing your own boat isn’t an ideal option, joining a boat club is a fantastic alternative that provides much in the way of opportunity and savings. The following are just five of the many reasons why a boat club is better than buying a boat.

Cost-Effectiveness

The cost of membership into a boat club is significantly less than the cost of purchasing a private vessel overall. When considering factors such as storage, insurance, maintenance, fuel, and beyond, the price of owning a boat can rise significantly. Being a member of a boat club includes an initial fee and an annual fee under which all of these costs are already taken care of without any surprises along the way.

On-The-Water Instruction

There’s no need to figure the specifics out for yourself when you’re a member of a boat club. Membership includes boating education classes as well as on-the-water instruction for those that are new to boating. This makes for a safe experience on the water and works to boost boating confidence going forward.

Easy Reservations and Launch Points

When you’re a part of a boat club, there’s no stress related to the hassle of getting a boat from point A to point B and then maneuvering it into the water. Instead, members can simply reserve their preferred vessel and show up at the marina at the designated time to step onboard and start their day of fun. This makes boating more convenient and timesaving than ever before!

Quality Boats to Enjoy

Purchasing a boat can often include a touch of buyer’s remorse when not long after signing, a newer model comes along. Alternatively, boat clubs allow members the opportunity to always have access to the newest models to try out and enjoy. Member fees are not only put towards maintenance, insurance, and storage but extend out to options for the club to constantly be adding the newest and best vessels to their lineup.

Time to Decide on Purchase Decisions

For those that are hoping to someday own their own boat but want the time to enjoy the water while deciding, a boat club membership provides the peace of mind that comes with knowing there’s absolutely no rush in the decision. Spending time trying different models, learning new features, and discussing specifics with other members ensures that somewhere down the line if a boat purchase happens, it’s the right choice at the right time.

Maximize Boating Experiences in San Diego

When you can’t wait to experience the best of San Diego boating, be sure to contact the Carefree Boat Club for exclusive membership options in the area. Reach out today to learn more!

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    Locations Around the Globe

    Alabama

    • Tuscaloosa, AL

    California

    • Channel Islands Ventura, CA
    • Coronado, CA
    • Isleton (The Delta), CA
    • Marina Del Rey, CA
    • Newport Beach, CA
    • San Diego (Pier 32), CA
    • San Diego (Point Loma), CA
    • San Francisco Bay, CA
    • Sacramento, CA
    • Ventura Harbor, CA

    Connecticut

    • Bridgeport, CT
    • Clinton, CT
    • Noank Shipyard, CT
    • Stamford, CT
    • Westport, CT

    Delaware

    • Ocean City, MD/DE

    Florida

    • Aventura, FL
    • Canaveral, FL
    • Cape Coral, FL
    • Crystal River, FL
    • Coconut Grove, FL
    • Clermont, FL
    • Fernandina Beach, FL
    • Fort Lauderdale, FL
    • Fort Myers, FL
    • Fort Pierce, FL
    • Jacksonville Beach, FL
    • Jacksonville - Ortega, FL
    • Sanford, FL
    • Melbourne, FL
    • Panama City, FL
    • Pompano Beach, FL
    • Port Charlotte, FL
    • Port Orange, FL
    • Space Coast, FL
    • Stuart, FL
    • Sanford, FL
    • St. Augustine, FL
    • St. Petersburg, FL
    • Tarpon Springs, FL
    • Tavares, FL
    • Vero Beach, FL

    Georgia

    • Lake Lanier, GA
    • Richmond Hill, GA
    • Savannah (Isle of Hope), GA
    • Savannah (The Landings), GA
    • Soap Creek, GA

    Hawaii

    • Ala Wai Harbor,HI
    • Honokohau Harbor, HI
    • Kawaihae Harbor, HI

    Idaho

    • Bayview, ID
    • Coeur d'Alene, ID
    • Hayden Lake, ID
    • Sandpoint, ID

    Illinois

    • Belmont Harbor, Chicago, IL
    • 31st St., Chicago, IL

    Maine

    • Boothbay Harbor, ME
    • Raymond, ME

    Maryland

    • Annapolis (Oak Grove Marina), MD
    • Annapolis (Marina at Nautilus Point), MD
    • Baltimore, MD
    • Deep Creek, MD
    • Middle River, MD
    • Ocean City, MD/DE
    • Oxon Hill, MD

    Massachusetts

    • Boston, MA
    • Danvers, MA
    • Gloucester, MA

    Michigan

    • New Buffalo, MI
    • Gull Lake, MI
    • South Haven, MI

    New Hampshire

    • Freedom, NH
    • George Mills, NH
    • Meredith, NH
    • Wolfeboro, NH

    New Jersey

    • Avalon, NJ
    • Brick, NJ
    • Red Bank, NJ
    • Tuckerton, NJ

    New York

    • Buffalo, NY
    • Long Island (Port Washington), NY
    • Long Island (Huntington), NY
    • Long Island (East Moriches), NY
    • Long Island (Greenport), NY
    • Long Island (Hampton Bays), NY
    • Rye, NY
    • Syracuse, NY

    North Carolina

    • Holden Beach, NC
    • Lake Norman, NC
    • Lake Tillery, NC

    South Carolina

    • Charleston (City Marina), SC
    • Charleston (Daniel Island), SC
    • Hilton Head, SC
    • Lake Murray, SC
    • Lake Wylie, SC

    Tennessee

    • Boone Lake, TN
    • Chattanooga (Cameron Harbor), TN
    • Chattanooga (Harbor Lights), TN
    • Knoxville, TN
    • South Holston Lake, TN/VA
    • Watauga Lake, TN

    Texas

    • Clear Lake, TX
    • Lake Conroe, TX
    • Lake Travis, TX

    Virginia

    • Hampton, VA
    • Hopewell, VA
    • Lake Anna, VA
    • Norfolk, VA
    • Occoquan, VA
    • Smith Mountain Lake, VA
    • Urbanna, VA
    • Virginia Beach, VA
    • Williamsburg (Kingsmill Marina), VA
    • Williamsburg (Two Rivers Marina), VA
    • Woodbridge, VA

    Washington State

    • Bellevue, WA
    • Bellingham, WA
    • Fishermen’s Terminal, WA
    • Lake Chelan, WA
    • Shilshole Bay Marina, WA
    • Kenmore, WA
    • Lake Union, WA
    • Tacoma, WA
    • Kirkland, WA

    West Virginia

    • Huntington, WV

    Wisconsin

    • Lake Geneva, WI
    • Milwaukee, WI

    District of Columbia

    • Washington, D.C.

    Canada

    • Ashbridges Bay, Ontario
    • Hamilton, Ontario
    • Lake Simcoe, Ontario
    • Montréal, Quebec
    • Niagara, Ontario
    • Scarborough, Ontario
    • St. Catharines, Ontario

    Caribbean

    British Virgin Islands

    • Tortola, BVI

    Central America

    Panama

    • La Playita, Panama

    Southeast Asia

    Philippines

    • Subic Bay, PH

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