8 Things To Know When You Get
Invited on Your First Boating Trip
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When you get invited on your first boat ride,
know what to prepare and bring to avoid
over or underdoing it. Here are some things
to keep in mind.
It is exciting to get invited on a boat trip,
especially if you haven’t experienced it
before. However, it is essential to know the
basics to make the trip fun for everyone. Be
better equipped to go on your first boating
trip with these tips!
Knowing basic boating etiquette will
guarantee the following invite when one of
your friends or family members invites you
on a boating trip. Being aware of what to
and what not to do is of utmost importance
to enjoy yourself. If you don’t know what to
bring when boating, we’ve got you covered.
Planning a boat trip takes a lot of time, and
the host usually invites people close to
them. If you make the cut, you need to
understand what it takes to be a guest of
honor. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
1. Only Wear and Bring What’s
Necessary.
When preparing, avoid overpacking, and
only bring what’s necessary. You likely
won’t have much space for unnecessary
belongings. Remember that you’re not
the only guest. Also, it's essential to
know what to wear on a boat ride. Don’t
overdress, and only wear weather-
appropriate clothes.
Here are a few essentials you can bring:
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Swimsuit
- Hairbrush
- Dry Clothes
2. Bring Food and Drinks to Share.
A day of boating will leave anyone hungry
and parched. If the party host didn’t bring
up the topic of food in the invite, it wouldn't
hurt to bring something. A bag of snacks
and a handful of drinks may not be enough
for everyone. Instead of pretzels, bring
sandwiches, chips, and chopped fruits.
Be thankful if others share their food and
drinks with you as well. If you’re bringing
alcohol, watch your consumption and
drink water liberally to avoid unwanted
intoxication. Also, ask the host if there’s
enough room in the cooler, so you know if
you can bring an extra bottle or two.
3. Don’t Bring a Guest.
Unless the party host assigned you a +1, don’t
assume that you can bring a tag-along. Your
friend’s boat may have limited seating
capacity. No matter how much you want to
invite a family member (pets included),
confirm with the host first, especially if they're
unacquainted or if someone has allergies.
4. Listen to the Captain.
The captain of the boat may or may not be
the one driving the boat. Regardless, always
listen to them. They’re in charge of keeping
everyone safe, so if the captain instructs
you to sit or move, obey without question.
If they announce that it’s time to return to
the marina, everyone has no choice but to
follow, even if it means cutting the trip
short. The boat captain’s priority is every
passenger's safety, so keep your ears open
for instructions.
5. Mind Your Manners.
Although a list of rules may not be posted
on the boat, be mindful of standard boating
etiquette:
- Keep your hands to yourself. Don’t play
around or start pressing any buttons or
switches.
- Don’t smoke unless approved by everyone
on board. If allowed, do not, under any
circumstances, throw your cigarette butts in
the water.
- Don’t go where you’re not allowed to. You
might end up hurting yourself.
- Remove your shoes unless given the host's
or captain's go signal.
- Don’t spray insect repellent or spray-on
sunscreen on the boat. They can leave a
slippery film and hurt someone on board.
- Don’t litter.
- Only help if requested.
6. Be Punctual.
You’re not the only one invited. The party
host or captain will not wait for you at
the expense of others. The boat can
spend only a limited time on the water,
and everyone will want to relish every
minute on the open seas. Cruises won’t
wait for you, and neither will most boat
rides.
7. Chip In.
Boat fuel is priced differently from a car's
gas, and the host will appreciate it if you
offered to pay or share in the expenses. You
can chip in for food and drinks, too.
8. Say Thank You.
Once the boat trip is over, don’t leave
without thanking the host. The captain
and host spent their time and effort to
give you a comfortable and fun boating
experience. If you've got the time, you
can offer to help with clean-up. If not, at
least bring everything you brought with
you, including trash.
Now that you know what to do when you
get invited on a boating trip, be ready
for the next. Want to plan your own boat
party on a private boat charter in
Madeira Beach, FL? Bay Excursions offers
premier bowrider rentals for up to six
people.
Invite your loved ones to share in the
fun! You can rent for a minimum of two
hours or a maximum of eight. We can’t
wait to have you on board.
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