Flotilla 20-4 Calendar
Hurricane Preparedness
Hurricane Season Begins June 1 and Ends November 30. However, Hurricanes can occur at other times outside of this season. Keep your emergency plans and kits updated. North Carolina residents and visitors may start to make your preparations, plans and stay informed at https://www.readync.gov. Boaters may find some helpful guidance information at: BoatU.S. Hurricane Preparation For Boaters. The following is a link to a helpful guide for boaters: BoatU.S. Preparing Boats & Marina's For Hurricanes.
March Monthly Flotilla Meeting
March 6, 2025 - Monthly Flotilla Meeting. Business meeting start time is 1900. Please click on About Flotilla 20-04 in the menu on the left side of this page for our flotilla contact information and more details.
April Monthly Flotilla Meeting
April 3, 2025 - Monthly Flotilla Meeting. Business meeting start time is 1900. Please click on About Flotilla 20-04 in the menu on the left side of this page for our flotilla contact information and more details.
2025 Oriental Boat Show
April 11 - 13, 2025 - The 2025 Oriental In-Water Boat Show, at the Oriental Harbor Marina, in the historic village of Oriental, NC 28571. For more information about this great show please visit their website at: 2025 Oriental Boat Show.
National Safe Boating Week 2025
May 17 - 23, 2025 - National Safe Boating Week. Global awareness encouraging boaters to boat safely and responsibly. Although the 2025 National Safe Boating Campaign begins on May 17, 2025, it is a year round commitment, focused on responsible boating throughout the world. Many thousands of people would be alive today, if they had simply worn a life jacket. Wear It. The National Safe Boating Week serves as an important reminder before Memorial Day each year, for people to Boat Smart and Boat Safely. Tips for boaters from the National Safe Boating Council can be found at this link: Safe Boating Campaign Boating Safety Tips and more on Life Jackets can be found at: Safe Boating Campaign Life Jackets.
The Great Trent River Raft Race
Saturday, June 7, 2025 - The Great Trent River Raft Race, at Union Point Park, 210 E. Front St., New Bern, NC 28560. Save the date and plan to enjoy this fun filled event. For details and more information, please visit the race website at: The Great Trent River Raft Race.
Operation Dry Water
July 4-6, 2025 - Operation Dry Water (ODW). This is a National year-round campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of boating under the influence. Alcohol use is the leading contributing factor in recreational boater deaths. The focus of ODW is on reducing the number of alcohol and drug related accidents and fatalities, fostering a stronger, more visible deterrent to alcohol and drug use on the water, with heightened enforcement throughout the Independence Day holiday week. Click on the following link for some important boating safety tips from the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators: Boating Safety Tips from NASBLA.
Mumfest 2025
October 11-12, 2025 - Mumfest 2025, located in feautiful and historic Downtown New Bern, NC. Save the dates and plan to enjoy the family fun festivities, great food, entertainment and exhibits. Stop by to see us at our U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary (USCGAUX) tent to learn more about recreational boating and water safety, sign up to take our Classes, sign up for your Vessel Safety Check, sign up to join us and volunteer as a member of the USCGAUX. For Mumfest details, map and more information, check out their website at: Mumfest 2025