Fernandina Pirates Club

Ready to Answer the Call of the High Seas?

Ahoy there, future buccaneer! If you’ve dreamt of camaraderie, community service with a twist of adventure, and embracing the legendary pirate spirit, then the Fernandina Pirates Club is your destined port. We’re a band of swashbucklers dedicated to fun, fellowship, and givin’ back to our Fernandina Beach community. Your grand adventure starts now!

⚓ Voyage 1: Chart Yer Course – Read the Code & Apply!

Every legendary pirate journey begins with a single bold step. For you, that’s signaling your interest to join our crew by learning our rules and submitting your online application. This tells us you’re ready to explore becoming a “Swabbie” (our name for a pirate-in-training!).

Step 1: Read the Pirate Code

Before ye sign away your life to the high seas, make sure ye know our rules! The membership application asks if ye’ve reviewed them, so be sure to give ’em a good read before applying.

View Club Policies & Bylaws (PDF)

Step 2: Complete Yer Application

If the rules sound shipshape, it’s time to get the cannons primed! Please complete the Membership Application below. This be the sacred scroll of our Krewe!

Membership Application

⚓ Voyage 2: Meet the Crew & Find Yer Sponsor

Once ye’ve submitted yer application, it’s time to mingle! A “Sponsor” – a seasoned Pirate in good standing – will be yer guide and mentor. If ye don’t know any Pirates yet, fear not! Attending our meetings is the perfect chance to meet potential sponsors and learn the ropes.

Attend Our Meetings

Come aboard for one of our monthly gatherings. Ask questions, share a grog (metaphorically, of course!), and get to know the scallywags you might soon call shipmates. Reach out on Facebook for more information Facebook Page!

Third Wednesday 7PM every month

The Surf Restaurant & Bar, Fernandina

Connect Online

Can’t make a meeting right away? Send a message in a bottle (or an Email) or hail us on Facebook. We’re happy to answer yer queries.

⚓ Voyage 3: The Swabbie’s Duties – Prove Yer Mettle!

Once your application is accepted and ye’ve secured a Sponsor, you’ll officially be a “Swabbie”! Now the real fun begins. To become a full-fledged Pirate, ye’ll need to demonstrate yer commitment by participating in the life of the Club:

  • Sponsorship Confirmed: A Pirate mentor to guide your journey.
  • Active Participation:
    • Attend 4 sanctioned community events (showin’ our good side!).
    • Attend 4 sanctioned paid events (helpin’ fill the coffers!).
  • Leadership Potential: Co-chair 2 sanctioned events (learnin’ to command!).
  • Club Governance: Attend 3 club meetings (have yer say, eventually!).
  • Shrimp Festival Duty: Lend a hand (or hook!) during our biggest bash.
  • Good Standin’: Pay yer annual dues (details provided by the Membership Chair) and always abide by the Pirate Code (Club Policies & Bylaws).

As a Swabbie, ye can join in most of the fun and learn heaps, but ye can’t make motions or vote ’til ye’ve earned yer full Pirate status.

⚓ Voyage 4: Full Pirate Ahead! – Earnin’ Yer Patch

  1. Nomination by Yer Sponsor

    Once ye’ve bravely completed all Swabbie duties, yer Sponsoring Pirate will proudly nominate ye for full membership at a Club meeting. This bold claim must be seconded by two other Pirates in good standing.

  2. The Crew’s Vote

    The assembled Pirates will cast their votes in a private written ballot. The treasure (votes) is counted by at least two Board Members and reviewed by the Membership Committee.

  3. Captain’s Council Approval (Board Ratification)

    The Club’s Board of Directors (our wise Captain’s Council) gives the final nod, ratifying (or, in rare cases, vetoing) the membership’s vote.

  4. Welcome to the Brotherhood & Sisterhood of Pirates!

    At the next grand business meeting, new full members are officially welcomed into the fold by the Membership Committee. Ye’ll receive yer new member packet and, most importantly, yer official Fernandina Pirates Club patch! Prepare for a hearty “Huzzah!”

Still Got Questions, Landlubber?

The life of a pirate be full of mystery and adventure, but gettin’ started shouldn’t be! If ye’ve got more questions, don’t hesitate to approach any of our Pirates when ye see us out and about, or use the contact methods above. We’re a friendly bunch (mostly!).

The tide is high, the wind is right… Will ye join our legendary crew? Your grand Fernandina Pirates Club adventure awaits!