Float Plan (1/3)

 

A Float Plan is required if you do not plan to return the i.S Yacht to the Harborage Marina Docks overnight. For day sails (returning to the marina daily), a Float Plan is not necessary.

 

Submission Requirements:

  1. Submit your Float Plan at least 5 days before departure if not accompanied by an Intelligent Sailing Licensed Captain.
  2. If plans change, you may resubmit your Float Plan.

 

Important Notes for Multi-Day Trips:

Load your boat, settle in and spend the first night at the dock before heading out the following morning. This allows time to acclimate to the boat and reduces the chance of human error. Get used to your eco-system. 

 

Safety Reminder:

  • Egmont Key is not a safe anchorage. The strong currents from Tampa Bay make it dangerous for anchoring.
  • Instead, consider Manatee River for safer options, offering:
    • Two anchorages
    • Two marinas

 

Confirmation Process:

  • If you do not receive a response from Intelligent Sailing within 48 hours of submitting your Float Plan, email us at info@intelligentsailing.com.
  • No response needed if your Float Plan includes an onboard Licensed Captain.

 

Final Check:

Before submitting your Float Plan, ensure you have completed the Sail Away Tasks (steps to sail away). If you're reading this, you're on the right track! If not, please complete the tasks first.

Thank you for your attention and preparation!

 

Section 1 - General Information

Number of Passengers onboard
Amount of nights aboard vessel
Amount of Days aboard vessel

Section 2 - Your Itinerary

You must fill out all the days that you will be on the vessel. Leave any excessive days blank, since the plan would be you and your vessel will be back at the Harborage Marina.

If you are going on a multi-day trip then please load your boat, spend the first night at the dock and head out first thing. Staying at the dock acclimates you to your ecosystem and reduces chance of human error. So your float plan for day one should read "Staying at the dock".

Float Plan - Day One, 

Float Plan - Day Two, 

As you stay at the dock for Day one, Departure from Day Two should read. "Hope Port, Harborage Marina".

Float Plan - Day Three, 

Float Plan - Day Four,