A Yachtsman's Paradise could well describe the waters around the Treasure Coast. Point your bow in from the ocean through the St. Lucie Inlet and to the north is the sparkling ribbon of intra coastal waterway. You can go all the way to Norfolk at mile marker #1.
To show off the industry, the Marine Industries Association of the Treasure Coast presents its annual Stuart Boat Show each January on the St. Lucie River. More than 10,000 visitors turn out and approximately 150 business, representing boating and related services, exhibit the most comprehensive display of the latest in the boating industry. For more information regarding the boat show and Marine Industries Association visit www.miatc.com.
The US SAILING Center of Martin County (USSCMC) is the premier dinghy sailing destination on the east coast. USSCMC is one of four Community Sailing Centers in the United States sanctioned by the US SAILING Association – the national governing body of the sport of sailing. The Sailing Center offers high quality sailing education, training and recreation for youth and adults of all ages at affordable prices. From weekend learn-to-sail classes, youth summer camp programs to private instruction, there are programs for all skill levels and experience. The USSCMC is a non-profit community sailing center and is sustained by many generous donors and sponsors. For more information, go to https://www.usscmc.org/ or call (772) 334-8085.
The Chapman School of Seamanship has been teaching power boating and sailing skills since 1971. From weekend courses to private instruction to professional mariner training, the non-profit school is the leader in boating education. The school has a highly regarded boat donation program to acquire vessels for use in its training fleet. For more information, go to https://www.chapman.org or call (800) 225-2841.
The U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 59 is headquartered at Sandsprit Park and offers classes three times per year and courtesy marine examinations year-round. Further information can be obtained by calling 288-0509.
The St. Lucie Power Squadron offers a 13-week course, each fall, for beginners in boating. The squadron can be reached at 335-7309.
In addition, the Florida Oceanographic Society offers a special telephone number for weather information each day at 225-2300. The U. S. Coast Guard from its base in Fort Pierce handles all boating patrols and rescues. For further information about boating in Martin County, call the Marine Industries Association of the Treasure Coast (MIA) at 283-3999.
Local business leaders and conservationists are working together to maintain the beauty of the St. Lucie River, a prime environmental and economic resource in Martin County. This volunteer effort enjoys a wide base of community support. For more information, call 287-8158.
You can set sail to anywhere in the world from here. Fine repair and refurbishing yards, provisions, charts, electronics and anything needed for your journey is available in Martin County. But once you’re here you may not want to leave at all.
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