This is what FBC is all about!

RECIPROCITY! Just because it's cold here, your boating can continue down south! Check out this recent email from members Tim and Jeanne Nealon.

Hi Matt,

Tim and I just want to say thank you for arranging our reciprocals in Florida. We really enjoyed the boats. We had a deck boat in Naples and took out 8 of our friends. Great weather and great boating to Marco. We saw lots of dolphins on the way.

Our daughter and family joined us in Siesta Key and we enjoyed taking out their bowrider. Again, we had great weather and our grandson caught a pretty sizeable snook which he threw back but made for a lot of excitement.

We want to wish you a wonderful wedding and a happy holiday season and we'll look forward to seeing you in the spring.

Best Regards,
Jeanne and Tim

Come see FBC at the Cape Cod Mall!

We've got an awesome display set up at the Cape Cod Mall in Hyannis from Thanksgiving through New Years!

Come on by to say hi and learn more about FBC. An FBC membership makes a great holiday gift that the whole family will enjoy!

Check out the pics of Captain Harvey Wright in action this past weekend!

Gov. Patrick signs fishing registration law

By ASSOCIATED PRESS
November 24, 2009

BOSTON - Gov. Deval Patrick has signed a law requiring state licenses for saltwater fishing in Massachusetts.

The Department of Fish and Game will propose an individual permit fee of $10 to take effect in January. The revenue will be deposited in the state's Marine Recreational Fisheries Development Fund.

The federal government is requiring the registries as a means of measuring non-commercial fishing activity on the nation's coasts. If states don't create their own programs, the federal government will require anglers to register online or by telephone for a free from $15 to $25.

Some critics question the need for a permit to fish in the ocean and have also raised privacy concerns. And they say they suspect low initial fees will be raised once fishermen are registered.

Patrick signed the bill late Monday.

FBC member catches our biggest Tuna yet!

One of our best fisherman hooked the largest fish on record with FBC Dennis. Check out the size of this tuna, over 60 inches! Joe and his son caught this fish mid day Saturday out at Stellie from our 26' Pro-Line Express, Chasin' The Blues!

Tuna Jumping Just Outside Barnstable Harbor!

Check out this email from one of our members:

Thought I would let you know that the tuna were jumping all afternoon today just outside of Barnstable Harbor. Some of them jumped 30 feet from the boat, it was amazing. Thought you might want to pass it along to other members. Not sure how long they will be there, but it was really cool. Also, caught a couple of nice size blues...

Let's hope the next month brings some good fishing!
-Matt

Fishing still good!

Cooler waters this month should make for some great fishing. Check out the size of this blue that Ryan Stratford caught with his dad, Steve, while out last week!

Nantucket Light Ship moored at the Mya in honor of Kennedy!

Members Ernie and Ann Jackson were up in Hyannisport yesterday along with Captain Harvey and snapped these photos of the Nantucket Lightship. The lightship is anchored next to Ted Kennedy's sloop, the Mya, in honor of his passing.

Fishing tips for Cape Cod Bay!

One of our members has found an amazing Blues location at "The Path" down by Wellfleet and Truro and was getting hookups almost every other cast. Every other location hit that day was dead.

His advice is to get a leadcore trolling setup and use the 7" Yo-Zuri HydroSquirt in Red with a Gold bottom at a speed of between 3-6 knots and about 20-30 feet of water. He's also had luck with the same lure without leadcore when they are feeding near the top but the fish seem to be deeper lately. The only other lure that has worked for for him is casting a 5oz Wounded Herring but no where near the HydroSquirt's production. It tends to troll too close to the surface, so it is best to cast into them with it.

The Hydro Squirt is available at Goose Hummock in Orleans.

Have some advice? Shoot me an email at mcarrick@freedomboatclub.com and I will post it here.

Good Luck!
-Always Anglin'

50 Members and Counting!

That's right, we just signed our 50th member and we aren't even into summer yet! Our 7th boat is just getting into the water and it's almost time to start shopping for our 8th!

The boats are ready, are you?
-Matt
509.398.3221

7 boats in the Dennis fleet now!

4 in West Dennis at Bass River Marina and 3 in East Dennis at Northside Marina in Sesuit Harbor. Here are pics of our 2 new boats at Sesuit:

Freedom Boat Club now up to 53 locations!

Hi everyone. Recently we have added a club in Ohio on Lake Erie and now 6 clubs from New York have joined the FBC network! Remember, in addition to your unlimited use in Dennis, you also get 4 uses at EACH and EVERY other club EACH year!

Summer is almost here, give me a call today and be boating tomorrow!

Matt
508.398.3221

VHF Tutorial Seminar this Sat am plus Open House all weekend!

This Sat from 10-12 the Cape Cod Power Squadron is doing a VHF tutorial at our West Dennis office! Come on by to learn proper calling techniques and other valubale information.

After the seminar, stick around for our Open House to learn more about the joys of no hassle boating as a member of Freedom Boat Club.

Open House runs both Sat and Sun from 12-4 at both our Bass River and Sesuit locations.

Matt
508-398-3221

Brewster in Bloom Parade!

FBC along with the Cape Cod Sail & Power Squadron participated in the Brewster in Bloom Parade yesterday. The weather managed to hold off just long enough for FBC's Brett Peterson to strut her and FBC's stuff! Here's a few pics! - Matt

First Sesuit Boat is Ready!

Our brand new 23' Pro Line Sport Center Console is now in the water and active in the reservation system for members to enjoy! We just named it too - Always Anglin'!

The boat has a 250 Merc Verado 4 stroke engine and rod holders galore! Fishermen are sure to love her. Don't worry ladies, there's a head, gps, vhf radio, CD stereo and ample bow seating with cushions for you too!

What are you waiting for, the boats are ready!

Matt
508.398.3221

Open House This Weekend!

Come by either our West Dennis or new East Dennis office this weekend April 25, 26 between 12-4 to see the boats, meet the staff and learn more about our no-hassle alternative to boat ownership!

It's your last chance to save $1,000 on the one-time entry fee if you sign up at the Open House!

The boats are waiting, why are you?
-Matt
508.398.3221

Boats are Ready!

Hi everyone! We've got our Bass River boats in the water and I just opened up the reservation system! The Sesuit boats should be ready this coming week.

Can't wait for some nice weather!

Matt
508.398.3221

'09 off to a great start! Welcome new members!

Well, we're off to a great start this year! People are really starting to catch on to our no-hassle alternative to boat ownership! Boat shows, early radio advertising, Open Houses and the Hyannis Home Show have all attributed to 10 new 2009 members! So much for the economy!

We're pushing 40 members now in Dennis, with more on the way. The more members we add, the more boats we'll buy!

Call now to learn more about Freedom Boat Club of Dennis!
-Matt
508.398.3221

FBC has taken the Facebook plunge!

Check out our new Facebook Page and become a fan!

FBC Dennis on Facebook

Do you know someone that might be interested in FBC Dennis. Refer them to us and we'll pay you $300 when the join! They'll save $300 off membership too!

Matt
508.398.3221

FBC at the Hyannis HOME Show?!?!

Yes, you read that right! We are exhibiting at the Hyannis Rotary Home Show this coming Sat and Sun at the Barnstable High School! The expected number of attendees makes it a worthwhile venture for us. We're even bringing a boat from the Falmouth fleet!

It will be the last chance to learn more about our pre-season March special! Hope you can make it.

The boats are waiting!
-Matt
508.398.3221
mcarrick@freedomboatclub.com

What a great Open House Weekend!

Well, maybe the economy isn't that bad after all! Or perhaps it's true that people still need their outlets, and getting out on the water has got to be one of the best outlets available to just get out on the water and forget about what's happening back on land!

We had a lot of traffic both days and people seem really excited about our new Cape Cod Bay location at Sesuit Harbor. I hope to be signing a lot of contracts this week!

For those of you who couldn't make it, you have another week to get in on our $1,000 discount off of our one-time entry fee!

The boats are waiting, why are you?!?!
Matt
508.398.3221

Welcome Aboard - Brett Peterson!

Hi everyone! Please join me in welcoming Brett Peterson to our staff! Brett will be leading our sales and operations at our new Sesuit Harbor club! Brett has been in the boating industry her whole life and she brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to FBC! The Sesuit office phone is 508-385-8991.

Open House March 21, 22 Weekend!

Hi everyone! We will be hosting an Open House both Sat & Sun March 21 and 22 from 12-4 each day at our West Dennis office. Come by to learn more about unlimited boating at two Dennis locations - Bass River Marina and Northside Marina at Sesuit Harbor!

We'll be registering attendees to win a free one month trial membership!

Can't come to the open house, call Matt anytime at 508.398.3221.

Boat Show Success!

Contrary to pre-show expectations, the boat show was surprisingly busy this year! The weekend days were jammed and we were still pretty busy mid week too. Being Feb vacation week also definitely hepled foot traffic. Most boat dealers I talked to thought the show was a success and many boats were sold!

At the FBC booth, we had a tremendous amount of traffic and interest in our pricing model. The all-inclusive low monthly payments that we offer are very attractive in this economy. Each FBC club was excited with the interest we generated and we expect to close many memberships by month end.

For those that missed the show, you can still get in on our discounted Feb pricing. Call or email for details, as this deal does expire Feb 28!

The boats are waiting, why are you?!?!?!?!?
-Matt
508.398.3221

Reminder -- Boston Boat Show Feb 14-22

Hi everyone! Just a quick post to remind you all to come find the Freedom Boat Club booth at the New England Boat Show Sat Feb 14 thru Sun Feb 22. We'll have a few of our boats there for you to check out too!

Matt
508.398.3221
mcarrick@freedomboatclub.com

Come see us at the New England Boat Show! Feb 14-22

Freedom Boat Club of East and West Dennis will be exhibiting at the New England Boat Show Feb 14-22 at the new South Boston Expo Center. This is by far the largest boat show in the region. Come by and sign up at the show and take advantage of our 20/20 deal!

Hope to see you there!
-Matt

Matthew Carrick
Freedom Boat Club - East & West Dennis
The Boat is Waiting!
Office: (508) 398-FBC1 (3221)
Mobile: (617) 320-3489
Fax: (508) 632-1055
mcarrick@freedomboatclub.com
www.freedomboatclub.com

Celebrating 20 years of providing hassle-free boating!

Freedom Boat Club celebrates 20 years in business!

“How do we make boating simple and hassle free?” was a question posed by the founders of Freedom Boat Club (FBC) twenty years ago. With this question a unique idea was born. A membership club for boating enthusiasts that reduces their cost of boating, provides expert training, eliminates the physical strains such as maintenance or cleaning, allows access to a fleet of boats for any excursion, and ultimately creates more opportunities for time on the water. Since its inception, FBC has grown to forty-five locations throughout the United States due to the concept’s popularity. East Dennis is the 45th club!

This simple idea has proven to have timeless benefits as well. Amidst the credit crunch, environmental concerns, and fuel consumption awareness, FBC has been able to expand and increase its membership base. Since FBC is a membership club based on monthly dues, no long-term financing or credit is required. This has proven useful as home equity and the stock market has declined. The idea is also an inherently “green” or environmentally friendly form of boating. By members sharing a fleet of boats, they are using less shoreline for dockage and putting fewer hulls into landfills long-term. Lastly, by scaling the size of a boat to their needs for the day, members ultimately use less fuel. Imagine being able to adjust the size of your car each trip based on the number of passengers!

Staying true to its roots after twenty years, FBC wants to make the joy of boating available to all who are interested. If you are new to boating and lack training, an avid fisherman looking for more time on the water, a busy young professional or family trying to fit it all in, or a retiree tired of the strains of boating, FBC welcomes you to learn more about what the club can do for you. Visit www.freedomboatclub.com or call 508-398-3221.