GBCA news article for August, 2017
by Kelly Dees, July 2017
Fun Summer of Rum Races
GBCA members and guests are enjoying a fun summer of Rum Races. We have an average of 70 boats out sailing on the scheduled Saturday afternoons.
Life Jackets 101
Life Jackets are for Everyone
By BoatUS.org & Life Jackets-101 Guide presented by: SkiSafe Boat Insurance
A life jacket (or Personal Flotation Device - PFD) is the single most important piece of equipment on your boat and the most important consideration should be size. More than two-thirds of all boating fatalities are drowning incidents and 90% of drowning victims were not wearing a life jacket. So buy a life jacket that you will wear ... it could save your life.
10th Annual Shootout - Outlaw Challenge
The biggest performance boat ever in Texas
Seabrook Marina has Boat Slips available for the weekend and some right on the Clear Lake Channel for VIP viewing of all the boats roaring past.
Article by Speed Boat Magazine
TEXAS OUTLAW CHALLENGE - JUNE 21-25, 2017
10 Tips for the Hurricane Season in South Texas
Boating under the Influence Guide
BUI is just as deadly as drinking and driving!
Did you know:
- A boat operator is likely to become impaired more quickly than a driver, drink for drink?
- The penalties for BUI can include large fines, revocation of operator privileges and serious jail terms?
- The use of alcohol is involved in about a third of all recreational boating fatalities?
Coast Guard Approved Extinguishers
Race to the Border 2017 for Offshore Racers & Cruisers
Boat Show Texas - South West International Boat Show 2017
Show Hours
Thursday, April 6: 12Noon – 7pmFriday, April 7: 12Noon -7pm
Saturday, April 8: 10am -7pm
Sunday, April 9: 10am -6pm
Preparing Your Boat for the Season
It is that time of the year again. The weather is improving and boating is in the air!
We have found a comprehensive list for your pre-season checklist to prepare your boat for the upcoming spring and summer season.
Spring Pre-Season Checklist for Boats
In order to assure a safe and uneventful season here in Galveston Bay Texas, you need to make sure that you go through the list below and take a note of any discrepancies that need attention.
How to Transport Your Boat Safely
A boat is an expensive investment that can often be tricky to transport if the owner does not have a vehicle and trailer capable of hauling it. Boat transportation services are designed for consumers who want safe and efficient shipping.