Why Your Summer Needs a Boat Club Membership (Even If You Think It Doesn’t)
More boating, less hassle—here’s why smart adventurers are skipping boat ownership and joining the club instead.
There’s something about summer in Wisconsin that makes you feel like you have to squeeze every ounce out of it before it’s gone. Maybe it’s the long winters, maybe it’s the way the days stretch out just long enough to fit in one more sunset cruise. Either way, if you don’t have a plan, summer can fly by before you even get your toes in the water.
That’s why being part of a boat club is a total game-changer. Instead of wasting half the season dealing with storage, maintenance, and “why won’t this thing start?” moments, you get straight to the good part—the open water, the fresh air, the effortless fun.
Still think you don’t need a boat club? Let’s talk.
“I Don’t Need a Boat Club—My Buddy Has a Boat”
Ah, yes. The classic I-have-a-friend-with-a-boat excuse.
Here’s the thing—your buddy might have a boat, but do they always want to take it out? Are they okay with everyone piling on, draining their gas, leaving wet towels everywhere, and conveniently disappearing when it’s time to clean up?
Owning a boat is a responsibility. Being in a boat club is freedom. You show up, enjoy the ride, and head home without worrying about a thing. No texts like, “Hey, can you throw in for gas?” No guilt. Just fun.
“But I Like the Idea of Owning a Boat”
Totally get it. There’s something romantic about the idea of pulling up to the dock, stepping onto your boat, and heading off into the sunset.
But you know what’s even better? Having multiple boats at your fingertips—pontoons for lazy days, center consoles for fishing, sport boats for when you want to feel the wind in your hair. That’s the beauty of a boat club. Instead of being tied down to one boat (and all the maintenance that comes with it), you get options.
And let’s be real—boats are fun, but boat expenses? Not so much. Slip fees, storage, winterization, insurance, random repairs that somehow always cost a fortune… The list goes on.
“Okay, But Will I Actually Use It?”
Let’s put it this way: The hardest part of boating is usually getting everything ready—hooking up the trailer, launching, dealing with crowded ramps, and making sure everything is in working order. When all that is taken care of for you, you’re way more likely to say, “Hey, let’s hit the water today.”
At On The Fox Boat Club, we make it ridiculously easy. You book your boat, show up, and go. No prep. No stress. Just boating.
Ready to Have Your Best Summer Yet?
If you’re even considering a boat club, now’s the time to check it out. Spots fill up fast, and trust me—you don’t want to be sitting onshore in July wishing you had joined.
Give us a call or swing by —schedule a time to tour our marina and check things out for yourself. Because summer won’t wait, and neither should you.