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Waves Will Be Open May 1st, 2020

Posted by Carissa Dressel on Thursday Apr 23, 2020 11:35 am

The vision of Waves, from our commencement 16 years ago, is “to serve our members with excellence and to help make many wonderful memories on the water.” 
 
We are all in this together; enduring extreme pressure and stress due to the COVID-19 virus. If Waves can help to mitigate this, even a little bit for you, by providing a boating outlet, we would like to make this happen. We are going to do a “trial opening” at all locations, regular hours on May 1st, 2020 with many added regulations. If successful, we will remain open. 
(Closed 1 day per week at each location)
 
There is still the eminent invisible threat that we must not forget while trying to operate the club. We care deeply about our staff and our member’s well being and do not wish to contribute to the spreading of the virus.  In order to open, we have many hurdles to overcome. Strict regulations under current law, having enough Waves staff due to their understandable health concerns, the availability of fuel and manpower at the marinas, keeping distance and all items sanitized, etc.  We have put a lot of thought and processes in place in order to reopen. We know it isn’t going to be perfect as there are many aspects that are simply out of our control. That being said, with a lot of patience and understanding, at the very least, we hope to accomplish some ability to use and enjoy the boat club while doing so in a safe and conscious manner.
 
For the foreseeable future, the following rules will be added to our company regulations:
 
1.     Members are to text the dockmaster their name and member number when they arrive at the marina. The dockstaff will acknowledge their arriving and members are to please remain in their vehicle until the dockstaff has replied that they are ready for them to load the boat. We do not want congestion on the docks.
2.     NO physical contact is to be made with the dockstaff. The dockmaster will hold the boat in place for you, so members must be physically able to get on and off the vessel with their own gear.
3.     When on the vessel, the member will be signing a digital check out on their own device - either via email or text (TBD) we are still working on this app. Both the dockmaster and the member will go through the check-out inspection together on their own devices. Once the document is complete, the member will then sign the document and press finish. 
4.     Member will fuel up (where applicable) and call the dockmaster prior to their return. To avoid congestion please be patient until your spot at the dock is available.
a.      You will be billed and charged for fuel at Phillippi Creek the following day. Due to the tremendous strain on the marina by all the boaters, as well as new rules placed on Waves by current law. We will be installing fuel meters soon which will aid in this refueling process.
5.    Upon return, you will sign a digital check in on your own device; the same procedure as with the check out. In addition, photos of the propeller will be taken when leaving and returning.
6.    Waves recommends to boat with your household, however, we will allow a maximum of 6 people on a vessel. No exceptions. Please keep in mind the space limitations on a boat while trying to stay at least 6 feet apart; please use good judgement.
7.     Gratuity is much appreciated. The staff has been out of work for a while. A tip jar will be provided. They will be working especially hard cleaning and sanitizing your boat, while risking exposure.
8.     No after-hours or early pick-up boating will be permitted. Overnight usage is OK if you have prior permission, if you have a dock at home, a valid credit card on file and towing insurance.  
9.     Towing Insurance. Please acquire your own towing insurance. To avoid social interaction with staff, Waves staff will not be towing vessels regardless of breakdown cause. Waves will still troubleshoot over the phone or VHF, of which, the majority of issues will be resolved, however, we will not be providing towing while social distancing is in place. 
10. Obviously, if anyone is sick or has a fever don’t go boating
11. We recommend all members arrive wearing face masks and bring wipes/sanitizer.
12. The offices will be closed as the staff are working from home. Please limit phone calls to emergency or highly relevant/important calls. We will be available to help you make/add/change reservations if you are unable to book them online and to facilitate overnight reservations.
13. Each marina may have additional rules in place, please abide by their rules.
14. If a member, for any reason is being unsafe, using poor judgement, is not using social distancing, etc., Waves reserves the rights to put the membership ‘on hold’ with applicable fees until further notice.
15.If new or existing members require additional training please call to schedule an orientation.
 
We must follow these rules and make this a smooth transition. No exceptions. Please understand, our staff is coming in so you can go boating…please respect their space.
 
If we all work together and abide by these safety regulations, we hope to remain open.
 
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
 
Thanks to all of our management and staff who have put in extra time, thought and so much effort into a safe reopening and to the staff that will be working to help members get out and enjoy boating!
 
Towing companies:
BoatUS 800-395-2628 use COOP# GA85132B for a discount
Tow Boat US: (941) 374-5745

Social Events for the Winter

Posted by Tonya Lee on Tuesday Oct 15, 2019 12:48 pm

November 2019

Friday, November 1st: Venice to Stump Pass Adventure Cruise – Venice Location 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., $25/per person (plus tax). Bring your friends and family, snacks and beverages. We will be cruising to Stump Pass Beach State Park, Don Pedro State Park and then stopping at Rum Bay Restaurant for lunch.

www.floridastateparks.org/park/Stump-Pass

www.floridastateparks.org/park/Don-Pedro-Island

www.rumbaypalmisland.com

 

Wednesday, November 6th: Sunset Cruise – Phillippi Harbor Location 4:45 p.m. - After sunset, $25/per person (plus tax). Bring your friends & family, an appetizer to share (finger food for 6-8 people to be passed around) and BYO Beverages.  We will be providing captains and touring the intra-coastal, listening to music, looking at the beautiful scenery and watching the sunset.  This is a very relaxing, fun event and a great way to meet some fellow members!

 

Friday, November 8th: Sunset and Dinner Cruise to Rum Bay Restaurant – Stump Pass Location 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., $25/per person (plus tax). Bring your friends & family, for a relaxing evening cruising and watching the sunset at Gasparilla Pass and then to the Rum Bay Restaurant for dinner.

www.rumbaypalmisland.com

 

Tuesday, November 12th: Sunset and Full Moon Cruise – Cortez Location 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., $25/per person (plus tax).  Bring your friends & family, as well as beverages and snacks.  We will be watching the sunset at Longboat Pass and then the full moon rise over Sarasota Bay and downtown.  As always, dress for the weather.  This is a very relaxing, fun event and a great way to meet some fellow members!

 

Friday, November 15th: Barrier Islands Adventure Cruise – Stump Pass Location 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., $35/per person (plus tax). Bring your friends and family, snacks and beverages. We will be cruising to Stump Pass Beach State Park and Don Pedro State Park. Also, Cabbage Key and Cayo Costa State Park weather permitting and then stopping at Rum Bay Restaurant for lunch.

www.floridastateparks.org/park/Cayo-Costa

www.floridastateparks.org/park/Stump-Pass

www.floridastateparks.org/park/Don-Pedro-Island

www.cabbagekey.com

www.rumbaypalmisland.com

 

 

 

Sunday, November 17th: Topless Under the Stars (formerly the Leonid Meteor Shower Cruise) – Stump Pass Location 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. $25 per person (plus tax).  The Leonid meteor shower occurs when the Earth passes through the debris left by the comet Tempel-Tuttle.  You can see about 20 meteors an hour when the Leonids meteor shower reaches its peak of activity, however, the two previous years we have not seen any (hence the name change).  We will take the bimini top down and cruise down into north Gasparilla Sound where there is very little surrounding light to dim the view of the night sky.  Bring your own beverages and snacks, also, don’t forget to dress warmly.

 

Friday, November 22nd: Sunset and Dinner Cruise to the Shore Restaurant – Cortez Location 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., $25/per person (plus tax). Bring your friends & family for a relaxing evening cruise and watching the sunset at Longboat Pass and then to the brand new Shore restaurant on Longboat Key for dinner.

www.dineshore.com

 

December 2019

Wednesday, December 4th: Sunset Cruise – Stump Pass Location 4:45 p.m. – After sunset, $25/per person (plus tax). Bring your friends & family, an appetizer to share (finger food for 6-8 people to be passed around) and BYO Beverages.  We will be providing captains and touring the intra-coastal, listening to music, looking at the beautiful scenery and watching the sunset.  This is a very relaxing, fun event and a great way to meet some fellow members!

 

Saturday, December 7th: Venice Boat Parade – Venice Location 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. $25/per person (plus tax).  Bring your friends & family for a relaxing evening watching the Venice Boat Parade from the comfort of a boat.  Bring your own beverages and snacks.  Note:  We will not be participating just viewing the boats as they go by.

 

Thursday, December 12th: Sunset and Full Moon Cruise – Stump Pass Location 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., $25/per person (plus tax). Bring your friends & family, as well as beverages and snacks.  We will be watching the sunset at Gasparilla Pass and then to Into the Sound to watch the full moon rise over Cape Haze.  As always, dress for the weather.  This is a very relaxing, fun event and a great way to meet some fellow members!.

 

Friday, December 13th: Manatee River Cruise – Cortez Location 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., $25/per person (plus tax).  Bring your friends & family, beverages, and snacks. We will be cruising up the Manatee River viewing various destinations and then stopping for lunch at Woody’s River Roo restaurant. 

www.woodysriverroo.com

 

 

Wednesday, December 18: Sunset Cruise – Phillippi Harbor Location 4:45 p.m. - After sunset, $20/per person (plus tax). Bring your friends & family, an appetizer to share (finger food for 6-8 people to be passed around) and BYO Beverages.  We will be providing captains and touring the intra-coastal, listening to music, looking at the beautiful scenery and watching the sunset.  This is a very relaxing, fun event and a great way to meet some fellow members!

 

Friday, December 20th: Venice to Stump Pass Adventure Cruise – Venice Location 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., $25/per person (plus tax). Bring your friends and family, snacks and beverages. We will be cruising to Stump Pass Beach State Park, Don Pedro State Park and then stopping at Rum Bay Restaurant for lunch.

www.floridastateparks.org/park/Stump-Pass

www.floridastateparks.org/park/Don-Pedro-Island

www.rumbaypalmisland.com

 

January 2020

Friday, January 3rd: Sunset and Dinner Cruise to the Shore Restaurant – Cortez Location 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., $25/per person (plus tax). Bring your friends & family for a relaxing evening cruise and watching the sunset at Longboat Pass and then to the brand new Shore restaurant on Longboat Key for dinner.

www.dineshore.com

 

Friday, January 10th: Full Moon Cruise – Cortez Location 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., $25/per person (plus tax).  Bring your friends & family, as well as beverages and snacks, for a relaxing evening watching the full moon rise over Sarasota Bay and downtown.  As always, dress for the weather.

 

Wednesday, January 15th: Sunset Cruise – Stump Pass Location 5:00 p.m. – After sunset, $25/per person (plus tax). Bring your friends & family, an appetizer to share (finger food for 6-8 people to be passed around) and BYO Beverages.  We will be providing captains and touring the intra-coastal, listening to music, looking at the beautiful scenery and watching the sunset.  This is a very relaxing, fun event and a great way to meet some fellow members!

 

Friday, January 17th: Barrier Islands Adventure Cruise – Stump Pass Location 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., $35/per person (plus tax). Bring your friends and family, snacks and beverages. We will be cruising to Stump Pass Beach State Park and Don Pedro State Park. Also, Cabbage Key and Cayo Costa State Park weather permitting and then stopping at Rum Bay Restaurant for lunch.

www.floridastateparks.org/park/Cayo-Costa

www.floridastateparks.org/park/Stump-Pass

www.floridastateparks.org/park/Don-Pedro-Island

www.cabbagekey.com

www.rumbaypalmisland.com

 

Wednesday, January 22nd: Sunset Cruise – Phillippi Harbor Location 5:00 p.m. - After sunset, $25/per person (plus tax). Bring your friends & family, an appetizer to share (finger food for 6-8 people to be passed around) and BYO Beverages.  We will be providing captains and touring the intra-coastal, listening to music, looking at the beautiful scenery and watching the sunset.  This is a very relaxing, fun event and a great way to meet some fellow members!

 

Friday, January 24th: Sunset and Dinner Cruise to Rum Bay Restaurant – Stump Pass Location 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., $25/per person (plus tax). Bring your friends & family, for a relaxing evening cruising and watching the sunset at Gasparilla Pass and then to the Rum Bay Restaurant for dinner.

www.rumbaypalmisland.com

 

Wednesday, January 29th: Sunset Cruise – Cortez Location 5:00 p.m. – After sunset, $25/per person (plus tax).  Bring your friends & family, an appetizer to share (finger food for 6-8 people to be passed around) and BYO Beverages.  We will be providing captains and touring the intra-coastal, listening to music, looking at the beautiful scenery and watching the sunset.  This is a very relaxing, fun event and a great way to meet some fellow members!

 

Friday, January 31st: Manatee River Cruise – Cortez Location 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., $25/per person (plus tax).  Bring your friends & family, beverages, and snacks. We will be cruising up the Manatee River viewing various destinations and then stopping for lunch at Woody’s River Roo restaurant. 

www.woodysriverroo.com

West Marine is Hosting a Special Event

Posted by Tonya Lee on Saturday Mar 23, 2019 11:42 am

I'm reaching out to you to let you know that they are hosting a double event this upcoming Thursday, March 28th.  

If possible, please let your Members and staff know about the opportunity to attend both events this Thursday. :)  Also, our Super Sale goes on until 3/31. 

- First Part of Event: Our Company-Wide Super Sale and Spring Prep/ Vendor Showcase.  We will have several different vendors here at the store throughout the day to discuss details for products on our shelves. :) 

- Second Part of Event: Fishing Seminar with a Captain's Q&A with Capt. Jim Klopfer from 6pm-7pm.  He will be going over fishing methods and strategies for our local waters. He also has a great book available for sale that goes over his fishing secrets.

 

FEBRUARY SOCIAL EVENTS

Posted by Tonya Lee on Sunday Jan 13, 2019 11:08 am

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1ST - VENICE TO STUMP PASS ADVENTURE CRUISE - VENICE  10-2PM

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6TH - SUNSET CRUISE - PHILLIPPI HARBOR 5:15PM -SUNSET

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8TH - BARRIER ISLANDS ADVENTURE CRUISE - STUMP PASS 10 - 3PM

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH - SUNSET DINNER CRUISE TO MAR VISTA RESTAURANT - CORTEZ  6 - 9PM

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15TH - MANATEE RIVER CRUISE - CORTEZ  10-2PM

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19TH - VENICE FULL MOON CRUISE - VENICE  6-8PM

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22ND - VENICE TO STUMP PASS ADVENTURE CRUISE - VENICE  10-2PM

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27TH - SUNSET CRUISE - PHILLIPPI HARBOR 5:30-SUNSET

JANUARY SOCIAL EVENTS

Posted by Tonya Lee on Thursday Dec 13, 2018 9:40 am

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2 - SUNSET CRUISE - PHILLIPPI HARBOR

FRIDAY, JANUARY 4 - MANATEE RIVER CRUISE - CORTEZ

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9 - DINNER CRUISE TO SPANISH POINT - PHILLIPPI

FRIDAY, JANUARY 11 - VENICE TO STUMP PASS ADVENTURE CRUISE - VENICE

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16 - SUNSET CRUISE - PHILLIPPI

FRIDAY, JANUARY 18 - BARRIER ISLANDS ADVENTURE CRUISE - STUMP PASS

MONDAY, JANUARY 21 - FULL MOON CRUISE - CORTEZ

FRIDAY, JANUARY 25 - MANATEE RIVER CRUISE - CORTEZ

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30 - DINNER CRUISE TO RUM BAY - STUMP PASS

Upcoming Social Events

Posted by Tonya Lee on Friday Nov 23, 2018 1:08 pm

December Social Events:

Saturday, December 1 - Venice Boat Parade Cruise - Venice Location

Sunday, December 2 - Annual Member Appreciation Picnic - Turtle Beach

Wednesday, December 5 - Sunset Cruise - Phillippi Harbor

Friday, December 7 - Barrier Islands Adventure Cruise - Stump Pass

Friday, December 14 - Manatee River Cruise - Cortez

Wednesday, December 19 - Sunset Cruise - Phillippi Harbor

Friday, December 21 - Venice to Stump Pass Adventure Cruise - Venice

Wednesday, December 26 - Sunset Dinner Cruise to Mar Vista Restaurant - Cortez

Friday, December 28 - Barrier Islands Adventure Cruise - Stump Pass

Waves Boat Club at the Sarasota Boat Show

Posted by Carissa Dressel on Thursday Apr 19, 2012 11:19 am

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