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Small Boats

Vessels & Vehicles

Interested in renting a small boat to enjoy the water near UNCW? Get details for rates, operating requirements and more.

Rates reviewed annually. Rates are subject to change without notice.

Small Boat Rates Effective July 1, 2023:
  • Jon Boats: $40/day plus the boat operator pays for the fuel used
  • Fiberglass Boats: $50/day plus the boat operator pays for the fuel used
  • CMS Licensed Captain Fee: $100.00. Applies to researchers not affiliated with UNCW or UNCW researchers that have not completed the boat operator certification process.

Boat Operator Certification Process

Applicants must submit the following:
  • First Aid/CPR card from a nationally recognized organization
  • Proof of completing a recognized boating safety course (this one is free)
  • CMS small boat application and boating history form (provided at time of interview)
  • Written test on CMS Safe Boating Operations (provided at time of interview)

Once the paperwork has been completed, the applicant will demonstrate skills such as trailering a boat, launching and recovering a boat and on water safety procedures. The applicant should have sufficient experience to demonstrate these skills with limited input from the CMS staff conducting the interview.

Small Boat Specs

Table lists UNCW's small boats, boat type, length, horespower and fuel capacity
Boat Name Boat Type Length HP Fuel Capacity
Sea Weed Jon Boat 17' 30 6 gal.
Seaside Sparrow Jon Boat 17' 30 6 gal.
Bluefin Skiff 19' 60 18 gal.
Mako Skiff 19' 90 18 gal.
Jaguar Shark Skiff 19' 115 28 gal.
Pompano Skiff 22' 115 28 gal.
Brittlestar V-hull Center Console 20' 150 80 gal.
Sea Grass Ranger V-hull Center Console 20' 150 80 gal.
Tomtate V-hull Cabin 25' 225 120 gal.

Contact Research Vessel Captain

Steve Hall

Phone: (910) 962-2558

halls@uncw.edu

5600 Marvin K Moss Lane
Wilmington, NC 28409

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