The popular cruise to the Pink Shell Resort Ft Myers Beach is back again this year. Cruise to the resort and enjoy all of the resort amenities or drive to participate in the GCSC social activities ( see the Pink Shell Drive to Lunch calendar entry). Each boat gets passes to the resort that includes beach access, beach chairs, use of three resort type pools, a spa, a gym, kayaks, paddle boards and more. The hotel has two restaurants. There is a trolley at 75 cents per person that runs the length of the island to other resorts, shops, restaurants and their “Times Square”. The Marina slips include electric, WIFI, cable TV, water and pump out. Please PLEASE REGISTER ON THIS SITE FOR THIS CRUISE and call the Dock Master Dave or Craig at ((239) 463-8620? and make your own slip reservations. They are holding slips for us. Tell them that you are with the Gulf Coast Sailing Club or that “Rick Reed sent you” to get the best rates.

The popular cruise to the Pink Shell Resort Ft Myers Beach is back again this year. Cruise to the resort and enjoy all of the resort amenities or drive to participate in the GCSC social activities ( see the Pink Shell Drive to Lunch calendar entry). Each boat gets passes to the resort that includes beach access, beach chairs, use of three resort type pools, a spa, a gym, kayaks, paddle boards and more. The hotel has two restaurants. There is a trolley at 75 cents per person that runs the length of the island to other resorts, shops, restaurants and their “Times Square”. The Marina slips include electric, WIFI, cable TV, water and pump out. Please PLEASE REGISTER ON THIS SITE FOR THIS CRUISE and call the Dock Master Dave or Craig at ((239) 463-8620? and make your own slip reservations. They are holding slips for us. Tell them that you are with the Gulf Coast Sailing Club or that “Rick Reed sent you” to get the best rates.

Join the skippers at the Nervous Nellie‘s restaurant for a fun lunch outside on the deck. PLEASE REGISTER ON THIS SITE FOR THIS EVENT as we need to provide the restaurant with count of participants in advance.

The popular cruise to the Pink Shell Resort Ft Myers Beach is back again this year. Cruise to the resort and enjoy all of the resort amenities or drive to participate in the GCSC social activities ( see the Pink Shell Drive to Lunch calendar entry). Each boat gets passes to the resort that includes beach access, beach chairs, use of three resort type pools, a spa, a gym, kayaks, paddle boards and more. The hotel has two restaurants. There is a trolley at 75 cents per person that runs the length of the island to other resorts, shops, restaurants and their “Times Square”. The Marina slips include electric, WIFI, cable TV, water and pump out. Please PLEASE REGISTER ON THIS SITE FOR THIS CRUISE and call the Dock Master Dave or Craig at ((239) 463-8620? and make your own slip reservations. They are holding slips for us. Tell them that you are with the Gulf Coast Sailing Club or that “Rick Reed sent you” to get the best rates.

Champney Bay is in Naples Harbor near Gordon’s Pass. All Power Boats and Sail boats, big and small, are welcome to this fun Raft-Up lunch. Raft-up in Champney Bay, Naples Harbor at 1:00 PM. Sail in the morning, then all boats meet for Lunch and socializing. All boats will be tied together to form an Island. Walk from boat to boat to chat and share lunch and drinks. This is a Southwest Florida Inter-Club Cruising Event. All members welcome as Crew or Guests as space allows. ***** Anchoring overnight in Champney Bay IS ALLOWED ***** Come a day earlier or Stay till the next Day.

LANDSIDE DINNER. You are Invited to the Panther Key Pre-Cruise Dinner Friday night prior to the Cruise. THIS IS A DRIVE TO EVENT. All Members are welcome. Join other cruisers at a Marco Island Restaurant (specific restaurant yet to be determined). All are invited to join fellow cruisers whether or not you are sailing to Panther. This will be a FUN evening to share with fellow sailors.

Panther Key is a small uninhabited island with a sandy beach located about 25 nm south of Marco. It is one of our most popular cruises. Join us on President‘s Weekend for the Skippers Dinner Friday night prior to the cruise, then cruise to Panther on Saturday for bonfires on the beach and other fun activities.

Panther Key is a small uninhabited island with a sandy beach located about 25 nm south of Marco. It is one of our most popular cruises. Join us on President‘s Weekend for the Skippers Dinner Friday night prior to the cruise, then cruise to Panther on Saturday for bonfires on the beach and other fun activities.

Panther Key is a small uninhabited island with a sandy beach located about 25 nm south of Marco. It is one of our most popular cruises. Join us on President‘s Weekend for the Skippers Dinner Friday night prior to the cruise, then cruise to Panther on Saturday for bonfires on the beach and other fun activities.

Returning to Marlin Marina Marathon Key after a successful cruise in 2021. Come enjoy the fun.
Marathon is a tropical island community in the Florida Keys. It‘s set on 13 islands, known for their beaches and barrier reef. It maintains a retro, nautical atmosphere with family-friendly festivals and attractions. Enjoy the beautiful sunsets, barbecues and local restaurants.

THIS CRUISE IS SCHEDULED AFTER THE SEAFOOD FESTIVAL. Come a week early and celebrate at the Marathon Seafood Festival or join other SWFL Sailing Club cruisers travelling overnight or stopping along the way to Marathon. Enjoy the weekend then extend your cruise to Key West, Dry Tortugas, Bahamas, wherever.

Options in Marathon include slip rentals (MARLIN MARINA - PRIMARY LOCATION FOR THIS CRUISE), moorings (Marathon City Marina) and anchoring. Social events will be held at Marathon Restaurants, Marathon public parks and the Marlin Marina.

Returning to Marlin Marina Marathon Key after a successful cruise in 2021. Come enjoy the fun.
Marathon is a tropical island community in the Florida Keys. It‘s set on 13 islands, known for their beaches and barrier reef. It maintains a retro, nautical atmosphere with family-friendly festivals and attractions. Enjoy the beautiful sunsets, barbecues and local restaurants.

THIS CRUISE IS SCHEDULED AFTER THE SEAFOOD FESTIVAL. Come a week early and celebrate at the Marathon Seafood Festival or join other SWFL Sailing Club cruisers travelling overnight or stopping along the way to Marathon. Enjoy the weekend then extend your cruise to Key West, Dry Tortugas, Bahamas, wherever.

Options in Marathon include slip rentals (MARLIN MARINA - PRIMARY LOCATION FOR THIS CRUISE), moorings (Marathon City Marina) and anchoring. Social events will be held at Marathon Restaurants, Marathon public parks and the Marlin Marina.

Returning to Marlin Marina Marathon Key after a successful cruise in 2021. Come enjoy the fun.
Marathon is a tropical island community in the Florida Keys. It‘s set on 13 islands, known for their beaches and barrier reef. It maintains a retro, nautical atmosphere with family-friendly festivals and attractions. Enjoy the beautiful sunsets, barbecues and local restaurants.

THIS CRUISE IS SCHEDULED AFTER THE SEAFOOD FESTIVAL. Come a week early and celebrate at the Marathon Seafood Festival or join other SWFL Sailing Club cruisers travelling overnight or stopping along the way to Marathon. Enjoy the weekend then extend your cruise to Key West, Dry Tortugas, Bahamas, wherever.

Options in Marathon include slip rentals (MARLIN MARINA - PRIMARY LOCATION FOR THIS CRUISE), moorings (Marathon City Marina) and anchoring. Social events will be held at Marathon Restaurants, Marathon public parks and the Marlin Marina.

Returning to Marlin Marina Marathon Key after a successful cruise in 2021. Come enjoy the fun.
Marathon is a tropical island community in the Florida Keys. It‘s set on 13 islands, known for their beaches and barrier reef. It maintains a retro, nautical atmosphere with family-friendly festivals and attractions. Enjoy the beautiful sunsets, barbecues and local restaurants.

THIS CRUISE IS SCHEDULED AFTER THE SEAFOOD FESTIVAL. Come a week early and celebrate at the Marathon Seafood Festival or join other SWFL Sailing Club cruisers travelling overnight or stopping along the way to Marathon. Enjoy the weekend then extend your cruise to Key West, Dry Tortugas, Bahamas, wherever.

Options in Marathon include slip rentals (MARLIN MARINA - PRIMARY LOCATION FOR THIS CRUISE), moorings (Marathon City Marina) and anchoring. Social events will be held at Marathon Restaurants, Marathon public parks and the Marlin Marina.

Returning to Marlin Marina Marathon Key after a successful cruise in 2021. Come enjoy the fun.
Marathon is a tropical island community in the Florida Keys. It‘s set on 13 islands, known for their beaches and barrier reef. It maintains a retro, nautical atmosphere with family-friendly festivals and attractions. Enjoy the beautiful sunsets, barbecues and local restaurants.

THIS CRUISE IS SCHEDULED AFTER THE SEAFOOD FESTIVAL. Come a week early and celebrate at the Marathon Seafood Festival or join other SWFL Sailing Club cruisers travelling overnight or stopping along the way to Marathon. Enjoy the weekend then extend your cruise to Key West, Dry Tortugas, Bahamas, wherever.

Options in Marathon include slip rentals (MARLIN MARINA - PRIMARY LOCATION FOR THIS CRUISE), moorings (Marathon City Marina) and anchoring. Social events will be held at Marathon Restaurants, Marathon public parks and the Marlin Marina.

Return to one of the most popular destinations. Share lunch or snacks with fellow cruisers. Stay the night in Marco Island and participate in the Bud Light Regatta on Sunday. THIS IS A DRIVE TO EVENT. Park in the Marco Island Esplanade parking lot and call the Cruise Leader to get a dinghy ride to the Raft-Up. High tide is at 9:55 low at 14:05

Join the last cruising event of the season. Head north towards Charlotte Harbor. Fisherman’s Village is a waterfront shopping, entertainment, and resort complex located along Charlotte Harbor in Punta Gorda, Florida.

Join the last cruising event of the season. Head north towards Charlotte Harbor. Fisherman’s Village is a waterfront shopping, entertainment, and resort complex located along Charlotte Harbor in Punta Gorda, Florida.

Join the last cruising event of the season. Head north towards Charlotte Harbor. Fisherman’s Village is a waterfront shopping, entertainment, and resort complex located along Charlotte Harbor in Punta Gorda, Florida.

Join the last cruising event of the season. Head north towards Charlotte Harbor. Fisherman’s Village is a waterfront shopping, entertainment, and resort complex located along Charlotte Harbor in Punta Gorda, Florida.