Paddle Masonboro’s marshes and barrier-island waterways
Collect prehistoric shark teeth on a family-friendly island outing
Gather clams by hand or rake on Carolina Beach’s sandy flats
Boat to shell-only beaches on a private charter
Savor sunset views, lighthouses, and harbor sights from a private boat
Sail across Masonboro Inlet on a 2-hour afternoon cruise
Sail calm morning waters on the Intracoastal Waterway
Sail into the evening with waterfowl views and possible dolphin sightings
Private coaching and provided gear for a personalized introduction to surfing
Customize a private 3-hour boat charter to Masonboro Island and local sandbars
Ride a Carolina Skiff to Masonboro Island with beach time and wildlife spotting
Watch Wilmington’s evening colors from a fully enclosed catamaran
Enjoy sunset views of downtown and wildlife with a full bar and comfortable indoor-outdoor seating
Enjoy a relaxing 1-hour narrated cruise with views of Wilmington and Battleship North Carolina
Take the helm of a mini powerboat and explore Carolina Beach waters with a guide
Customize a private sail with a USCG-licensed captain for up to 6 guests
A relaxed morning river cruise with wildlife viewing and onboard drinks
Charter the M/V Osprey for a private Cape Fear River cruise
Cruise the Black River with narration by a coastal ecologist
Fun water cruise with BYOB options for public or private charters
Clarity is geology, not luck: quartz sand, seagrass filtration, and how close the Gulf Stream runs. Thirteen beaches, and the trade-off each one asks of you.
Florida issues no boating license at all. What the marina checks is a safety education card, and whether you need one comes down to one date: January 1, 1988.