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Do You Need a Boat License in Florida?
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Do You Need a Boat License in Florida?

Florida doesn't technically have a "boat license" — but most owners need something close to one. Here's what the law actually requires, and the one way to skip it entirely.

Aug 11, 2026
Book a Captain vs. Renting a Boat With a Captain: Which Do You Need?
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Book a Captain vs. Renting a Boat With a Captain: Which Do You Need?

Booking a captain for your own boat and renting a boat that comes with a captain sound similar — but they're fundamentally different services. Here's how to choose.

Captain Club TeamJul 1, 2026
What to Expect When You Book a Captain On Demand
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What to Expect When You Book a Captain On Demand

From the moment you book a captain to the moment you're back at the dock — here's exactly what happens when you hire an on-demand captain through Captain Club.

Captain Club TeamJul 1, 2026
How Much Notice Do You Need to Book a Captain in South Florida?
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How Much Notice Do You Need to Book a Captain in South Florida?

48 hours is the standard, but the real answer depends on your location, your vessel, and the type of trip you want. Here's how to plan your captain booking in South Florida.

Captain Club TeamJul 1, 2026
How to Book a Captain for Your Boat in Fort Lauderdale
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How to Book a Captain for Your Boat in Fort Lauderdale

A step-by-step guide to booking a licensed captain for your own boat in Fort Lauderdale — from choosing your experience to meeting your captain at the dock.

Captain Club TeamJul 1, 2026
I Own a Boat But I'm Not Confident Docking It. Now What?
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I Own a Boat But I'm Not Confident Docking It. Now What?

Docking anxiety keeps more boat owners off the water than any other single thing. Here's how to get over it — or around it — so your boat stops sitting at the slip.

Captain ClubMay 22, 2026
How to Use Your Boat More Without It Feeling Like a Second Job
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How to Use Your Boat More Without It Feeling Like a Second Job

Your boat was supposed to be your escape. If it's starting to feel like work, here's how to cut the friction and actually enjoy what you're paying for.

Captain ClubMay 22, 2026