Location: Southport, North Carolina
Welcome to Freedom Boat Club of Southport:
Nostalgic, stunning and hospitable.
Long serving as a protective boating harbor, Southport is situated at the mouth of the Cape Fear River, the intracoastal waterway and the Atlantic Ocean. However, the city itself is noted for its quiet beauty and hospitality.
Sprawling oaks and historic homes set a nostalgic scene reminiscent of gentle, laid-back times. But don’t be fooled. Laden with antique shops, historic sites, restaurants, art galleries, parks, and the Southport Maritime Museum, there is much to do if you seek a little bustling activity.
Bald Head Island is well worth a day trip, featuring stunning natural environments. Stroll or relax on the beaches or visit one of many attractions here. Oak Island is also ideal for exploring and boasts the Oak Island Lighthouse in Caswell Beach.
Announcements
Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony July 15, 2010
The Freedom Boat Club of Southport is now owned and operated by the Speckman brothers, Chris and Paul. Please join us for Our Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony taking place on Thursday, July 15, 2010 from 12pm until 6pm at the Southport Marina, sponsored by the Bunswick County Chamber of Commerce. This is also an open house and lunch will be served. The Freedom Boat Club of Southport is located at the fabulous Southport Marina. The entire facilities at Southport Marina underwent extensive renovation and upgrades between 2006 and 2008, making this one of the largest and most amenity-laden marinas in North Carolina. Southport Marina is a "must see" destination while traversing the East coast waterways. Our newest Freedom Boat Club location puts you within a day's travel of Wrightsville Beach, NC and Myrtle Beach, SC. As well as within walking distance of downtown Southport, NC Conveniently located on the Intracoastal Waterway at mile 309, Marker 2A, the full service marina has over 200 in-water protected slips with deep water access, a floating dock house and a transient / fuel dock. Please call for more information: 910-653-1307
Boating Requirements
All Members must be 21 years or older. Vessels are to be operated by certified members only. All new members must take the NC Boating Certification Exam at http://www.boat-ed.com/nc/index.htm. Freedom Boat Club provides its members the following training:
1) Boater Safety, Vessel Orientation, and On-the-Water training
2) Inshore navigation and On-the-water training
3) Offshore navigation and On-the-water training
