Bimini Trip June 27th - July 2nd 2021

[Scott jacobs]

So I'm getting a head start this year and we have already booked our trip for Bimini in 2021. We will be departing Bahia Mar Sunday June 27 to cross to Bimini and will be returning on Friday July 2nd. We are staying at Resort World this year as I have a bunch of family joining me who are not very keen on being on the boat all day so at least over there they will have other things to do while I out on the boat. All are welcome to join us but this will be a loosely organized trip more of a group crossing. I will tag a few who maybe interested in joining and if you are interested let me know in this thread and I will try to keep track of who is going. If you do book lodging make sure they have a good cancellation policy as we never know right now with all the things going on if the trip will be allowed.

Here are a few key points to think about.

• As the Captain you are responsible for your boat and crew to safely make it to Bimini and back to Ft Lauderdale, this is your priority #1 assisting other boaters comes second.
• All on board your boat must be able to sit comfortably behind the windshield. Do not plan on having anyone sit in the bow area, in my 12 legs to and from the Bahamas (6 trips), only once has the conditions been nice enough to sit in the bow.
• All heavy cargo should be secured behind the windshield, either secured on the deck or in under seat storage areas.
• Unless your anchor locker is heavily padded or you are extremely confident your anchor is secured in the anchor locker, for the crossings pull the anchor from anchor locker and secure in an under seat storage area, it will not be needed on the crossing. Anchors in the anchor locker have punctured through hulls during past trips.

Once you and your crew have decided you want to join our June trip, here is a list of things you need to get done.

Outline of key items for the trip that you need to do.

1. Each person will need a passport
2. Room reservation at the Bahia Mar Hotel,
3. Slip reservation at the Bahia Mar Marina with launch location
4. Condo reservation at Bimini Sands, Resort World or somewhere else of your choosing
5. Filling out the Bahamas customs form
6. Filling out a Bahamas Immigration form
7. Clearing US Customs and Border Protection

[USERGROUP=14]@Bimini[/USERGROUP] @veedubtek @Andy S @1948Isaac @tim h @Bruce @Wisefam22 @DieselCamel @swatski @Shookie @Jack Long @Mainah @ThatJeepGuy @Berrie @bronze_10 @Gofish206 @Ramblin Wreck

Confirmed Participants

1. @robert843
2. @veedubtek
3. @B0at1n
4. @tim h
5. @Babin Farms
6. @Nexus
7. @Gofish206
8. @D_Booker
9. @Bizywk
10. @James R Whitten
11. @Slapjaw
12. @Valerie
13. @Julian
14. @Five Faces
15. @VaMarine
16. @Jutzi
17. @Gerry R
18. @Amar Nanduri
19. @jayasaki138
20. @ifly4fun
21. @svana
22. @jctaylor
23. @Papa Erp
24. @Lee H
25. @ThatJeepGuy
26. @Skroggy66
27. @Wes Walley
28. @doublej3
29. @FLJetBoater
30. @gmiked1020
31. @Ggordon3321
32. @Av8tor07
33. @leonard delia
34. @BX_Cowboy
35. @Andy S

Can't Make it now:

• @PortTobacco II
• @Andy S

Regarding Dock space at Bimini Cove - a few points.

• If you arrive before 6/27 docking will be an issue because of the paddle for a cure.
• @James R Whitten has pre-reserved docking for people signed up by 3/8 - see the tracking sheet in the private chat- there is a column for this.
• We have a group booking rate (see the private chat for the rate) with no minimum length requirement + 19.5% tax.
• We've been dealing with Nichelle Roberts at nichelle1242@gmail.com. Anyone booking after 3/8 should email her directly to get added to the list and tell her you are with Jetboaters.net.

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So I'm getting a head start this year and we have already booked our trip for Bimini in 2021. We will be departing Bahia Mar Sunday June 27 to cross to Bimini and will be returning on Friday July 2nd. We are staying at Resort World this year as I have a bunch of family joining me who are not very keen on being on the boat all day so at least over there they will have other things to do while I out on the boat. All are welcome to join us but this will be a loosely organized trip more of a group crossing. I will tag a few who maybe interested in joining and if you are interested let me know in this thread and I will try to keep track of who is going. If you do book lodging make sure they have a good cancellation policy as we never know right now with all the things going on if the trip will be allowed.

Here are a few key points to think about.

• As the Captain you are responsible for your boat and crew to safely make it to Bimini and back to Ft Lauderdale, this is your priority #1 assisting other boaters comes second.
• All on board your boat must be able to sit comfortably behind the windshield. Do not plan on having anyone sit in the bow area, in my 12 legs to and from the Bahamas (6 trips), only once has the conditions been nice enough to sit in the bow.
• All heavy cargo should be secured behind the windshield, either secured on the deck or in under seat storage areas.
• Unless your anchor locker is heavily padded or you are extremely confident your anchor is secured in the anchor locker, for the crossings pull the anchor from anchor locker and secure in an under seat storage area, it will not be needed on the crossing. Anchors in the anchor locker have punctured through hulls during past trips.

Once you and your crew have decided you want to join our June trip, here is a list of things you need to get done.

Outline of key items for the trip that you need to do.

1. Each person will need a passport
2. Room reservation at the Bahia Mar Hotel,
3. Slip reservation at the Bahia Mar Marina with launch location
4. Condo reservation at Bimini Sands, Resort World or somewhere else of your choosing
5. Filling out the Bahamas customs form
6. Filling out a Bahamas Immigration form
7. Clearing US Customs and Border Protection

[USERGROUP=14]@Bimini[/USERGROUP] @veedubtek @Andy S @1948Isaac @tim h @Bruce @Wisefam22 @DieselCamel @swatski @Shookie @Jack Long @Mainah @ThatJeepGuy @Berrie @bronze_10 @Gofish206 @Ramblin Wreck

Confirmed Participants

1. @robert843
2. @veedubtek
3. @B0at1n
4. @tim h
5. @Babin Farms
6. @Nexus
7. @Gofish206
8. @D_Booker
9. @Bizywk
10. @James R Whitten
11. @Slapjaw
12. @Valerie
13. @Julian
14. @Five Faces
15. @VaMarine
16. @Jutzi
17. @Gerry R
18. @Amar Nanduri
19. @jayasaki138
20. @ifly4fun
21. @svana
22. @jctaylor
23. @Papa Erp
24. @Lee H
25. @ThatJeepGuy
26. @Skroggy66
27. @Wes Walley
28. @doublej3
29. @FLJetBoater
30. @gmiked1020
31. @Ggordon3321
32. @Av8tor07
33. @leonard delia
34. @BX_Cowboy
35. @Andy S

Can't Make it now:

• @PortTobacco II
• @Andy S

Regarding Dock space at Bimini Cove - a few points.

• If you arrive before 6/27 docking will be an issue because of the paddle for a cure.
• @James R Whitten has pre-reserved docking for people signed up by 3/8 - see the tracking sheet in the private chat- there is a column for this.
• We have a group booking rate (see the private chat for the rate) with no minimum length requirement + 19.5% tax.
• We've been dealing with Nichelle Roberts at nichelle1242@gmail.com. Anyone booking after 3/8 should email her directly to get added to the list and tell her you are with Jetboaters.net.

i would like to go with this group leaving on June 27, and want to return back in few days...instead of July 2nd... any of U guys ?

 

[Valerie]

Not sure if you guys can see this video from 2018....

https://www.facebook.com/100001860990416/posts/2912980498773955

 

[James R Whitten]

Not sure if you guys can see this video from 2018....

https://www.facebook.com/100001860990416/posts/2912980498773955

Showing video unavailable. But I've seen just about every video about going to Bimini and am jealous about it. Lol

 

[Valerie]

Showing video unavailable. But I've seen just about every video about going to Bimini and am jealous about it. Lol

I think you can see it on Facebook
It was a GoPro video a friend put together in 2018 but it had some Great Isaac Cay in it too

 

[Five Faces]

A couple QUESTIONS:

1) I'm installing both a fixed VHF and will also have a handheld VHF in my ditch bag. Both will be have DSC capability. My question is do you use the same MMSI for both, or do you apply for separate MMSI's? I've looked online for the answer but there seems to be a lot of conflicting information out there.

2) Seeing how space is of a premium do most of you bring your full mooring covers with or do you leave them behind in your tow vehicle? If you do leave them behind do you use a partial cover to at least cover the helm? Any recommendations?

Thanks in advance.

 

[Julian]

A couple QUESTIONS:

1) I'm installing both a fixed VHF and will also have a handheld VHF in my ditch bag. Both will be have DSC capability. My question is do you use the same MMSI for both, or do you apply for separate MMSI's? I've looked online for the answer but there seems to be a lot of conflicting information out there.

2) Seeing how space is of a premium do most of you bring your full mooring covers with or do you leave them behind in your tow vehicle? If you do leave them behind do you use a partial cover to at least cover the helm? Any recommendations?

Thanks in advance.

1) I used the same on both
2) I left my cover behind in the tow vehicle. I do have a home made rain screen that I will lower if it looks like it will rain (this is linked in my signature).

 

[Julian]

Check out this thread regarding Bimini Shirts.....

https://jetboaters.net/threads/jet-boaters-products-bimini-trip-shirts.32236/

Jason is looking for ideas for this years shirts.....
@Island Jay

 

[Gofish206]

I know someone already mentioned this but if we are planning to cross on the 26th what day do I need to have a covid test done on. If the regulations stay the same. I just received my Johnson and Johnson vacine yesterday only in hopes they may change the rules.

 

[ididntdoit]

No more covid tests required if you have proof of vaccination

 

[Gofish206]

Crickets!!! Heard anything on the shirts @Julian

 

[Babin Farms]

Crickets!!! Heard anything on the shirts @Julian

Jet Boaters T-Shirts & Accessories

Your official source for all Jet Boaters T-shirts, Performance Shirts, and Accessories. All Jet Boaters items ship safely from Island Jay in Florida.

islandjay.com

 

[amccoy]

Awful quiet on here, this is all I can think about.

 

[ididntdoit]

Alright........We may be in - Is anyone staying at the Hilton? Anyone know of any availability at the sands?

 

[Bizywk]

Awful quiet on here, this is all I can think about.

51 days until we leave our driveway. Shelbyville Gathering right after that.

 

[Julian]

Jet Boaters T-Shirts & Accessories

Your official source for all Jet Boaters T-shirts, Performance Shirts, and Accessories. All Jet Boaters items ship safely from Island Jay in Florida.

islandjay.com

They are available to order on the link you sent! I guess I should have posted that here directly as others might not have seen the other thread on this discussion.

Jet Boaters T-Shirts & Accessories

Your official source for all Jet Boaters T-shirts, Performance Shirts, and Accessories. All Jet Boaters items ship safely from Island Jay in Florida.

islandjay.com

The Bimini Short and Long Sleeve Performance Shirts are now available for purchase.
??? You will find them and other Jet Boaters items at Jet Boaters T-Shirts & Accessories
These are designed to fit a bit baggy, so if you order your normal men's or unisex tee size it should fit great. UPF rated at 30+. Both long and short sleeve are available in 4 colors. White, Butter Sea Frost Green, and Ice Blue.

We are printing these to order. Please allow about 3-5 business days for your order to ship from our Florida location.

I am working on adding hats, simple performance shirts with just the Jet Boaters Logo, and other products. If you have any questions please let me know. Customer service can help fairly fast from Guest@IslandJay.com

Thanks!
Jay

 

[Bizywk]

Awful quiet on here, this is all I can think about.

Heads up. I don't wish to overstep my bounds, but did you identify your intent to participate to the trip organizers yet? I don't see you listed in post #1 of this thread. Its probably not a deal breaker, but you might want to contact @Julian and/or @robert843. If you do, you might find that there is more trip specific information available.

 

[Julian]

Heads up. I don't wish to overstep my bounds, but did you identify your intent to participate to the trip organizers yet? I don't see you listed in post #1 of this thread. Its probably not a deal breaker, but you might want to contact @Julian and/or @robert843. If you do, you might find that there is more trip specific information available.

Yes...I need to add him to the roster.....just catching up on things here!

 

[Bizywk]

Yes...I need to add him to the roster.....just catching up on things here!

You're doing a great job, and I appreciate the effort you and other senior members are putting in to make this forum successful. Just trying to help out.

 

[LayneG]

Just reserved Bahia Mar for the 4 of us coming in late on June 25th so we can get everything ready on the 26th.

I crossed in 2019 as well.

 

[Julian]

Just reserved Bahia Mar for the 4 of us coming in late on June 25th so we can get everything ready on the 26th.

I crossed in 2019 as well.

Added you to the roster on page one and to the private message thread.