Frequently asked questions
These fees cover a fraction of the cost of licensing, maintenance, storage, service and repair to FunShare boats as well as contribute to maintaining required coast card safety equipment, lines, anchors, buoys, and water sports equipment.
A special value of your FunShare membership – apply up to two years of paid program fees to a new boat purchase at Seattle Boat Co.*
*Some restrictions apply.
WEEKDAY; One Named Member and one other pre-approved designated person ("Operator") are the sole Operators of the boat. This Solo Member can make four (4) boating reservation on the calendar at a time from Monday-Thursday.
SINGLE; One Named Member and one other pre-approved designated person ("Operator") are the sole Operators of the boat. This Solo Member can make up to four (4) boating reservations on the calendar at one time.
SHARED; Up to three Named Members plus up to three pre-approved designated people are the Operators. Members share four (4) boating reservations on the calendar at a time.
FAMILY; All the benefits of our "Shared" membership, at a reduced rate. You and Your Spouse are the Named Members and 2 other family members can become pre-approved designated Operators of the vessel. Named Members share four (4) boating reservation at a time.
*Named Members must be present on FunShare boat outings for all member categories. Members must be 25 years old or older; Operators must be 18 years of age or older. Get more details on FunShare Rates.
You must be 25 years of age or older to be a Member and have proper training to operate the boat safely, obtain your Washington State Boater Education Card and pay your monthly fees on the first day of each month for each contract period. Also, it is important members treat the boat and equipment as if it were your own assuring all members an enjoyable experience. You are responsible for any damage including the first $2,500 cost of any repairs upon each occurrence. You must follow the waterways rules of local, state and federal agencies and abide by all FunShare rules and regulations. You must BE SAFE.
To get started, complete our digital membership form by clicking here.
Once you have completed the form, we will schedule your on-water orientation with our trained staff. This usually takes 1-2 hours, depending on your comfort level. You may always schedule additional orientation time as needed, for the lifetime of your membership.
The use of the FunShare boats, water sports equipment, moorage, storage, maintenance, insurance, cleaning and caring for the boats. Your only additional cost is Fuel. Plus, for every named member, you may have one additional named Operator who may drive the boat. Operators may not check out boats on their own; named members are required to be on the boat at all times
Your friends and family! Up to the maximum capacity rating* for the boat – never exceed this. Remember, Members and their pre-designated and trained additional Operators are the only ones allowed to drive the boat.
*The Cobalt CS22 is rated for 12 persons or a maximum of 1,695 lbs. persons and gear. The Malibu 22 LSV is rated for 14 persons (no weight maximum is specified), comes with 3 Ballast Tanks (to adjust the wake), Board Rack and Cruise control.
IMPORTANT: A Boaters Education Card is required by Washington State Law. In order to activate your membership and book your orientation you must provide a copy of your Boaters Education Card.
If you don't have a Boaters Education Card:
Don't worry, it's easy! You can get your Boaters Education Card by taking the 2.5 hour interactive course for ages 12 online at www.ilearntoboat.com
You can skip this section and once complete, email a copy to our team at funshare@seattleboat.com to schedule your orientation.
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