CoastEase Captains & Tiki Charter

09/04/2026

09/01/2026

We wish everyone a great holiday... but check those credentials!

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The warning is aimed at those in certain states and U.S. territories, as Southeast crews have stopped more than 100 illegal charters since January. | Read More. ⬇️

08/29/2026

Looking to upskill? Give us a call!
Learn to drive
Boat handling
Navigation
Emergency Procedures

Or just need an extra hand moving your boat.
Delivery Captains available as well.

100T Masters
ANSI & USCG certified Instructors
25+ yrs professional maritime experience
USCG Veterans

www.coastease.com
850-404-9927

08/18/2026

Visit from our Dolphin Friends...

08/16/2026

Well... that was anticlimactic.

​Last week, the Atlantic was looking active with three different tropical disturbances being monitored on the map. Fast forward seven days, and we’re sitting at a clean slate: Tropical cyclone activity is not expected during the next 7 days.

​How does a crowded tropical outlook clear up so quickly?

​Dry Air & Dust: Plumes of dry, dusty air (like the Saharan Air Layer) often move off the coast of Africa, suffocating tropical waves before they can build organized convection.

​Wind Shear: Upper-level winds can strip the tops off developing storms, preventing them from stacking and strengthening.

​Marginal Water Temps or Track Drift: Weak disturbances often track into cooler waters or hostile atmospheric conditions that cause them to fizzle out.

​This is why mariners and coastal residents never rely on a single long-range forecast. Tropical weather is dynamic—what looks like a busy week can collapse into calm seas, and quiet water can change quickly once atmospheric conditions align.

​Enjoy the quiet map while it lasts, keep your eyes on the daily updates, and stay weather-aware on the water!

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08/11/2026

Looks like those tropics are gearing up for peak hurricane season! (Normally around Sep 6)

If you haven't done it yet- check your storm plans- and don't forget about your boats!

Here's a few tips to keep your boat safe.
1. When in Doubt, Haul It Out
​If your vessel is trailerable, get it completely out of the water and well inland. Move it far away from tidal surge zones and potential falling timber. If you’re leaving it on a trailer, strap it down securely, pull the drain plug to prevent rainwater from pooling and dead-weighting the hull, and get it parked away from wind tunnels. Out of the water is always the safest place to weather a heavy blow.

​2. Double Up, Cross Spring, and Rig High
​If your boat has to stay in a slip, preparation is all about managing that storm surge. Double all of your lines, rig long cross-spring lines fore and aft to keep the vessel from wandering, and attach lines high up on the pilings to give them maximum room for extreme tidal rise. Don't forget heavy-duty chafe protection on every single point where a line touches a chock or piling—friction will burn through a line faster than high winds will snap it.

​3. Strip the Deck and Guard the Bilge
​Reduce windage and protect your gear by stripping everything loose off the deck. Take down canvas, biminis, electronics, and-sails, and stow them safely ashore. Inside the hull, ensure your batteries are fully charged and your automatic bilge pumps are fully operational with backup power ready, while cutting the power to all other non-essential electronics.

​A Captain's Note: No vessel is worth risking a human life. Get your prep done early, secure your property, and evacuate to safety.

The best time to prepare for a hurricane is before hurricane season begins on June 1. It is vital to understand your home's vulnerability to storm surge, flooding, and wind. Here is your checklist of things to do BEFORE hurricane seasons begins.

08/02/2026

A great day to teach some new boaters the skills to be more confident in the water!

Know anyone looking to get on the water? Do you want to know how to be more confident coming to the pier? Let us help!

Custom Skill Building Courses
Insurance reduction course
Insurance Assessments
Captain supervised new owner time at the helm.
All available from our certified trainers.

08/02/2026

Need a captain?
Need training to learn how to drive your boat?
Need a boat delivery to another port?
Need a new boat?
Our Captains can do it all!

Captains for hire for charters, training, yacht delivery, brokers, and insurance assessments.

Here to help you have a great day on the water.

07/27/2026

Summer Sale Vibes!
Orange Beach tiki trips are calling — and they’re 10% OFF!
Use code BOATPARTY26
Let’s float, laugh, and soak up the sun

🎶 Sound: tropical beats + waves
📍 Orange Beach • Perdido Key
🚤 Private tiki cruises | BYOB | Sunset magic

07/26/2026

It's always a good idea to book a boat day and celebrate with CoastEase Tikis!
Great for family vacations, celebrations, or work events! Private groups up to 18 passengers.

Orange Beach & Pensacola
www.coasteasetikis.com
850-404-9927