Can you text Sea Tow?
For additional help, text HELP to 883383 or contact [email protected] or call 800-4-SEATOW.
How do you call Sea Tow on VHF?
Call Sea Tow via phone at 800-4-SEATOW (473-2869), one-touch to call via the Sea Tow App or contact your local Sea Tow on VHF channel 16. Call “Sea Tow, Sea Tow, Sea Tow, this is the vessel [name].” The local Sea Tow Captain will answer and take you to a working channel.
How far offshore will BoatUS go?
“Normally they’ll go up to 40 miles offshore, but in certain areas, like New Jersey or southeast Florida, that range is often extended.” “Our normal service area is 25 miles, but members don’t have to stay inside a fence,” says Jerry Cardarelli, BoatUS’ vice president of towing services.
How Far Will Sea Tow come out?
In Southern California, the service area for Unlimited Saltwater members extends 40 miles out, while the Unlimited Gold membership extends 100 miles offshore.
How far out will tow boat us go?
25 miles
All BoatUS-approved towing companies offer a minimum Unlimited Service area of 25 miles from their homeport. Many offer extended Unlimited Service Areas to meet the needs of their local boating community.
How do I listen to the Sea Tow radio?
To conduct an automated radio check, turn your VHF radio to channel 27 or 28, key the mike, and ask for a radio check, just as you would on any other channel.
Do I need a VHF radio on my boat?
Although not required in recreational boats under 65.5 feet long, a Very High Frequency (VHF) Marine Radio allows instant communication between your boat and other boats, marinas, bridges, and the United States Coast Guard (USCG).
How far can a marine radio transmit?
about 60 nautical miles
Transmission power ranges between 1 and 25 watts, giving a maximum range of up to about 60 nautical miles (111 km) between aerials mounted on tall ships and hills, and 5 nautical miles (9 km; 6 mi) between aerials mounted on small boats at sea level.
Why choose Sea Tow?
Sea Tow offers the most comprehensive member benefits available at one annual rate. On-water service is what we do, in fact, it’s all we do. Having so many boats on the water means a local Sea Tow Captain is usually right nearby and able to get you fast.
How long does it take to tow a boat?
On average, in less than one hour. Boat towing, fuel delivery, jump starts, covered ungroundings; our fleet of Sea Tow boats and equipment are top-of-the-line and built to respond. Local navigation assistance, tides and weather, anchorages, mishap prevention tips, and on-water know-how; Sea Tow Captains are your resource on and off your boat.
How many ports does Sea Tow have?
With 500+ ports nationwide, Sea Tow has you covered. No mileage caps on towing, and $5,000 out-of-all-areas reimbursement. When we say we are the “leader” in on-water assistance, we mean it.