OPERATING CHANGES DUE TO COVID-19

Thank you to everyone who has been patient and understanding with our staff. This has been an incredibly stressful time as we try to navigate the requirements imposed on us by the state/county while continuing to serve our customers. To that end, the following splash/retrieval procedures will be in effect until further notice. Please see our frequently asked questions for more in-depth information.

New Splash/Retrieval Procedures

Reservations are no longer required. We will splash and retrieve boats on a first-come, first-served basis from 7 am to 6 pm.

Upon Arrival

Park in the East Parking Lot and remain in your vehicle(s) until your whole party has arrived.
Monday-Thursday: Once your entire party has arrived and is assembled in the East Parking Lot, get a gray cart and load all your gear (if necessary). Send one or two representative(s), with your gear, to the boarding check-in by A dock. Call the office at 727-937-2200 to let us know you've arrived and if you need gas or ice.
Friday-Sunday: Once your entire party has arrived and is assembled in the East Parking Lot, send one or two representative(s) to the check-in tent next to Seebird Canvas. Your rack number will be placed in the queue. Let us know if you need gas or ice. Get a gray cart and load all your gear (if necessary). When your representative(s) return with your gear, they will be directed to the boarding line.
We will notify you once your boat is en route so you may call the rest of your party and proceed to the dock with your gear.
We will assist you with loading your gear and departing from the dock.

Note: Final launch is at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Upon Return

If a dockhand is not stationed at the end of the fuel dock, you may proceed into the harbor. If you do see a dockhand at the fuel dock, please follow his instruction. No more than 4 boats will be allowed in the harbor at one time. If the harbor is full, you may be asked to form a line and wait until a spot opens.
Dockhands will assist you in unloading your gear and party on the dock, as quickly and safely as we can.
On Friday, Saturday and Sunday, please allow us to rinse and flush your boat so you may depart from the marina expeditiously.
If you choose to rinse and flush on Friday, Saturday or Sunday, a maximum of two people will be allowed in the wash rack area and you MUST limit your time to 10 minutes. We ask that you return Monday-Thursday if you wish to wash and cover your boat.
Please respect social distancing guidelines with other customers while in the wash rack area.
Enjoy the rest of your day!

Note: Boats may not be tied up in the harbor after hours on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Got a question? We’re here to help.

When will things go back to “normal”?

We will return to normal operations when the State of Florida and Pinellas County no longer require us to follow social distancing and group maximum guidelines. The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office has already made one surprise inspection to ensure we are complying. We contact PCSO each time the governor announces a new phase of re-opening Florida to determine if we must still adhere to social distancing and group maximum guidelines.
Is social distancing the law?

Yes. Like most businesses, we've been forced to make changes in order to stay open. The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office has warned us on multiple occassions that they will shut the marina down if we don’t adhere to social distancing and group maximum guidelines. They have already made one surprise inspection to ensure we are complying. We contact PCSO each time the governor announces a new phase of re-opening Florida to determine if we must still adhere to social distancing and group maximum guidelines.
Is the marina’s owner aware of what's happening?

Yes. The owner has been intimately involved in, and approved, all decisions regarding the marina’s response to COVID-19.
Will the marina now be open for summer hours?

Yes, we will be open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days a week starting on May 21.
Do I still have to make a reservation to splash my boat?

No. Reservations will no longer be required or accepted to splash/retrieve your boat.
Do I have to return to the marina at a certain time?

No. You may return any time before 6 pm. If the harbor is full when you return, you will be asked to either form a line or circle around until a spot opens. Keep in mind that the later you return, the longer the line is likely to be.
Can I return to the marina after hours?

Yes, but only Sunday-Thursday evenings. On Friday and Saturday evenings, all boats must be back at the marina by 6 p.m. Until we return to normal operations, we need to have the harbor cleared and ready to launch boats promptly at 7 a.m. on our busy days.
Can I put my boat on a rack before it's splashed?

No. To service as many customers as possible and maintain social distancing, all boats will be sent directly to the water. You will be able to uncover and load your boat directly on the dock.
Will my boat be put on a rack when I return?

Yes. Monday-Thursday, you may rinse, flush and wash your boat. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday, we ask that you allow marina staff to rinse and flush your boat. You may return Monday-Thursday to wash/cover it. If you prefer to rinse and flush your boat on weekend days, only two people will be permitted in the wash rack area for 10 minutes to help maintain social distancing. In addition, the rest of your party should return to their vehicles to wait.
Can I put my boat on a rack to wash it or perform other tasks?

Monday-Thursday, we will be happy to put your boat on a rack so you can wash/cover it or perform other tasks.
Will dockhands be available to help me load and unload?

Yes, we will have dockhands and carts available to help you move your belongings from/to the parking lot.
Can I get gas and ice?

Yes. When you check in, just let our staff know what you would like. They will ensure your boat is fueled and iced at the dock. You may pay for your purchases with cash or credit card at the dock.