As we're reminded every May during National Safe Boating Week, every person who sets foot on a boat of any kind is encouraged to wear a life jacket.
To help ensure that everyone aboard a boat is safe, there are free life jacket loaner stations across the area.
These life jacket stations are provided and maintained by Sea Tow and The Peace River Sail and Power Squadron and provide only Coast Guard-approved life jackets that are available to use while boating.
Whether you're renting a boat or heading out on your own vessel, you can stop by one of the stations below, borrow the life jackets you need, have a great time on the water, then return them when you're done!
Life Jacket Loaner Locations in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach
Port Charlotte
El Jobean Boat Ramp, 4224 El Jobean Road, Port Charlotte
Port Charlotte Beach Park, 4500 Harbor Boulevard, Port Charlotte
Spring Lake Park, 3520 Lakeview Boulevard, Port Charlotte
Punta Gorda
Laishley Park Marina (Office), 100 Nesbit Street, Punta Gorda
Fishermen’s Village Marina Fuel Dock, 1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda
Harbour Heights Park, 27420 Voyageur Drive, Punta Gorda
Ponce de Leon Park, 3400 Ponce de Leon Parkway, Punta Gorda
Placida
Gasparilla Marina, 15001 Gasparilla Road, Placida
Placida Park Boat Ramp, 6499 Gasparilla Road, Placida
All boaters in the area are encouraged to take advantage of this service. After all, safely is the best way to explore and enjoy our waters!
