BoatUS Membership Benefits Learn why getting a BoatUS membership ends up saving you time & money today

Want to find boat-related deals in Southwest Florida? How would you like to dine on the waterfront for less? Looking for discounts on fuel, bait & tackle, and boat repairs? Let's be honest. Keeping a marine vessel of any sort isn't cheap. Boats:

• Grow barnacles
• Require routine maintenance
• Need protection from the elements
• Are expensive to fuel up and repair
• Cost a fortune if they require salvage

Hence the acronym for BOAT: Break Out Another Thousand! Even if you can afford all of the parts, repairs, and fuel that your boat requires, you probably don't like paying full price. Who does? Well, as long as you're a Member of BoatUS (or thinking about becoming one) you'll never have to pay full price again!

Marine Deals in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, & Bonita Springs, FL

When you signed up for an Unlimited BoatUS Membership, you may not have realized this, but you're entitled to a BOATLOAD of discounts from local vendors in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs and well...all of the United States! In fact, as of this writing, there are 26 local business (within a 20 mile radius of Cape Coral, 33904) that are willing to give you a deal on everything from 10 cents off per gallon of fuel to window tinting for your yacht. Everything a boat lover could want...well maybe not everything. ;) You can get discounts on, fuel, transient slips, repairs, parts, services, bait, tackle, guides & charters, store purchases, storage, waterfront restaurants, and other services.

Membership has its perks

The requirement for getting these deals is pretty simple. As we mentioned above, you have to be a Member of BoatUS. If you're not yet, you can find out more about the benefits and join here. Once you're a Member, make sure you bookmark this address:

• https://www.boatus.com/servicelocator/

The great thing about the Member Services Locator is that it shows you where local towboat ports are located, life jacket loaner locations, West Marine Stores, and of course DISCOUNTS! First select the services you want, then enter your zip code, press the search button and BOOM, you've got all sorts of discounts at your fingertips.

1. Need discounted fuel in Cape Coral? Fill 'er up here.
2. Need repairs or parts in Bonita Springs? Get it fixed here.
3. Need some place in North Fort Myers to dock your yacht? We got you covered.
4. Want to dine at a waterfront restaurant in Matlacha? Dock and dine here.
5. Want to go fishing or sailing in Bokeelia? Hop aboard here.
6. Need window tinting for your boat or to stay in a hotel room in Ft Myers Beach? You'll find all these discounts on the member services locator.

If the vendor requires a reservation, be sure to call ahead. Upon arrival at their establishment, you must show them your BoatUS Membership card. And don't worry about forgetting your card. As long as you have the BoatUS app installed on your Android or iOS device, you can show the vendor your virtual Membership card. If you forget your smart phone, well...you're up the creek without a paddle!

FAQs about the Member Services Locator

Can I view the Member Services Locator on my mobile device, too? Does BoatUS offer discounts on new boat purchases? Why are West Marine stores listed on the Member Services Locator? Can I get discounts there too? I own a local marine-related business in Lee County, FL. How can I become a part of the discount center program?

Vendors looking to join the BoatUS Discount Center

BoatUS is the nation's largest association of recreational boat owners. Yep, we're larger than our competition. ;) When you join our program, your business will be marketed to over half a million BoatUS Members across the United States. Our Members are more likely to choose your business because of the discount you offer them and because you're associated with us. So if you want to increase traffic and sales with no out of pocket expenses, this program is a no-brainer!

Program Benefits

• Your company will be listed on the Member Services Locator as described above.
• BoatUS creates a custom webpage for your business with a link to your website and Facebook page.
• You can receive up to $250 annually in advertising subsidies per location!
• You can earn a commission with each new BoatUS Member your business signs up.
• BoatUS will hook you up with signs, flags, and other promotional materials at no cost to you.

When you're ready to sign up, email us and let us know what kind of discount you'd like to offer BoatUS Members. We'll call you back shortly thereafter to get you set up.