Marine
Field Notes
Practical, experience-driven guidance from the deck and the engine room. Real marine knowledge from USCG Master 200 GT Captain Julien Morera, written for boat owners across Central and South Florida.
Boat Delivery Captain Rates in Florida (2026): What a Captained Delivery Actually Costs
A USCG Master 200-ton captain lays out real 2026 delivery captain rates in Florida. Day rates, crew, standby, what the owner pays separately, three worked examples, and when trucking beats a captain.
ReadHiring a Boat Delivery Captain in Florida: The 5 Questions That Separate a Pro From a Liability
A USCG Master 200-ton captain's guide to hiring a boat delivery captain in Florida. The five things to verify before you hand over the keys, what it costs, and the insurance question almost every owner skips.
ReadA Florida Captain's Hurricane Prep Checklist for Your Boat (2026 Season)
A USCG-licensed captain's hurricane prep checklist for boat owners in DeLand, Volusia County, and Central & South Florida. What to do before a storm, in order.
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