FAQs

Carefree Boat Club is a private boat club, meaning our boats are only available to members. We do not rent or charter our vessels.

Like most clubs, we charge a one-time initiation fee and an annual membership fee, which can be paid monthly if preferred. Because the cost of membership varies by location, the best way to get specific pricing is to contact your nearest Carefree Boat Club. Find your local club here.

No. As a member, your only additional cost is the fuel you use.

No. Members have unlimited access to boats and can boat as much as they like, depending on availability.

Yes. As proud partners of the National Safe Boating Council, we ensure all members receive a training manual upon joining. Our 100% free training program includes a classroom session, followed by on-the-water instruction with the dockmaster. Training covers Carefree Boat Club’s processes, navigation, docking, and safety.

Carefree Boat Club welcomes boaters of all experience levels. Whether you’re a seasoned boater or stepping onto a boat for the first time, we’re excited to have you join us!

New members can typically start boating within 5 to 14 days of joining.

Reservations can be made 24/7 using our online reservation system, ResNet, up to six months in advance. Members may also book spur-of-the-moment trips by speaking directly with our dock staff.

Members may hold up to four advanced reservations in ResNet at any given time. Once a reservation is used, a new one may be made.

Yes. Simply call the dockmaster at your preferred location, and they will let you know what’s available. Spur-of-the-moment bookings do not count toward your advanced reservation limit and work similarly to a "walk-on" round of golf.

Carefree Boat Club carefully tracks membership levels and boat availability to ensure there are enough boats for our members. We add boats as membership grows and monitor usage to determine which types of boats are most in demand.

Carefree Boat Club members have access to a diverse fleet of boats ranging from 18’ to 27’, with some clubs offering even larger vessels. The fleets generally include deck boats, fishing boats, pontoons, cruisers, and watersports boats, allowing members to select the perfect boat for their adventure when making reservations.

Absolutely. All boats undergo weekly inspections by Carefree Boat Club dock staff using a 50-point checklist, covering safety equipment, hull condition, electronics, and mechanical components.

Some clubs offer early departures and after-hours boating, provided it does not interfere with another reservation. Early departures require picking up the keys the evening before, while after-hours boating may require additional training.

Similarly, some clubs allow overnight boating as long as it does not impact another reservation. Restrictions may apply, and additional training may be required. Contact your local club to learn more.

Yes! Through our reciprocal program, you can explore the beautiful waterways at over [dynamic number] Carefree Boat Club locations across North America and beyond.

Yes. Carefree Boat Club provides insurance coverage for all vessels, including third-party liability. Members are generally only responsible for paying the deductible if they damage a boat.

Towing services vary by location. Some clubs offer complimentary towing during business hours, while others require members to purchase separate towing coverage through Sea Tow, BoatUS, or other providers. Contact your local club for details.

Carefree Boat Club understands the unpredictable nature of military service. If you are ordered to out-of-town duty for more than 60 days, your membership will be placed on hold until you return.