August 2017

Water, Water Everywhere

One of the best things about living in Rochester is that we’re surrounded by water. With the Erie Canal, Irondequoit Bay, and Lake Ontario so close to the city, it’s easy to make your way to the water’s edge any day of the week. Few cities can boast such an abundance of fresh water, let alone their very own legitimate beach. But if you’re new to the city, renting a townhouse, or only staying for a limited time, Rochester’s water scene can inspire an unfortunate condition — boat envy.

What’s better than a boat?

While a dip in the lake, a concert on the beach, or a picnic in the park can be perfectly nice, there’s nothing like cruising out onto Lake Ontario on a beautiful, sunny day. A boat is the best place to celebrate summer with friends or drift along while you take in an amazing sunset. The only problem is, boats are incredibly expensive to procure, maintain, and store. Well, Fleet Boat Club has a solution that fits with any lifestyle and living situation. Some call it a boat share, while the technical term is “fractional boat ownership.” No trailer required!

Rochester’s Own Boat Timeshare

According to Fleet, their membership model is for “people who want to enjoy the pleasure of boating without the hassle and expense of boat ownership or the limitations of boat rental.” The company owns a fleet of later-model boats that can be used just for cruising or for sports like waterskiing, tubing, and wakeboarding. Members can access boats docked at Irondequoit Bay, Canandaigua Lake, and Braddock Bay. Memberships are priced based on the number of reservations you can have booked at one time, with the most affordable option being a weekday-only plan. Members enjoy unlimited use of the boats, and Fleet takes care of all maintenance, docking, storage, insurance — even cleaning!

Prior Experience Not Required

Never drove a boat in your life? No problem. On-the-water practice operating a boat with a skilled instructor is included in FBC’s orientation. They’ll work with you until you feel safe and comfortable on the water. If you have aspirations of becoming a boat person but haven’t been sure how to make it happen, Fleet Boat Club could make that dream a reality.

If you’re interested, submit FBC’s contact form ASAP.
Sign-ups for Summer 2018 memberships start in late August 2017.