Crab Island Retreat

Important: This Is a Private, No-Charge Church Ministry Event

The Crab Island Retreat is offered exclusively to active Church of Spirits™ members at no cost whatsoever. There is no fee, required donation, suggested contribution, or any form of payment as a condition of participation or carriage on the vessel.

• All expenses are covered by church ministry funds and voluntary, unrelated giving.
• This is not a commercial charter, rental, bareboat charter, or passenger-for-hire operation.
• It is a private religious gathering classified as recreational/private use under U.S. Coast Guard regulations (no consideration exists; see 46 U.S.C. § 2101 and 46 CFR § 24.10-1).

We use a simple online reservation system only to track attendance, manage limited capacity, and confirm your spot — nothing is charged at checkout. Your "booking" is a free RSVP. Active members include those with approved Free Spiritual Seeker Accounts or Full Membership Offerings — no payment required for retreat access.

We are thrilled to invite active members to a special spiritual retreat aboard our dedicated houseboat! This complimentary, members-only experience is designed for deep reflection, prayer, fellowship, and spiritual renewal in a tranquil, water-surrounded setting.

Exclusively active members of Church of Spirits™. This private gathering is reserved for our church family — no outsiders or public invitations. Not a member yet? Start with our Free Spiritual Seeker Account for no-cost access to apply.

• Completely free of charge.
• No registration fee, required donation, suggested contribution, or payment of any kind.
• Funded through church ministry funds and voluntary, unrelated giving.
• No consideration (economic exchange or payment) is required or expected — this ensures the event remains a pure spiritual offering.

• 16 ft x 50 ft flat-bottom, barge-style vessel — fully stationary (anchored or docked) throughout the retreat. No movement with people onboard.
• Comfortable sleeping quarters, shared communal spaces, serene environment for meditation, discussions, contemplation, and spiritual activities.
• Location: Crab Island — a popular submerged sandbar in Choctawhatchee Bay, just north of the Destin Bridge in Destin, Florida. Known for calm, emerald-clear shallow waters and peaceful vibe — ideal for reflection away from crowds.
• Hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Bring your own snacks, food, and drinks (no cooking facilities; picnic-style meals).
• Transportation: Church-provided shuttle boat (up to 12 people per trip) for scheduled runs from the church (or nearby meeting point) to Crab Island and back. Safe, easy access — no personal watercraft needed. Operated by experienced crew with safety protocols.
• Home-built vessel complies with federal/state recreational boating standards (safety equipment, state-issued HIN).

• Dedicated captain onboard for voluntary safety oversight, emergency readiness, and assistance (no church compensation; no personal tips allowed — no requests or expectations).
• Standard recreational requirements: USCG-approved PFDs/life jackets available, fire extinguishers, CO detectors, first aid, sanitation.
• Shuttle follows similar safety protocols.

Classified as recreational/private use (no passenger-for-hire rules). No commercial captain's license required. No vessel inspections or strict limits beyond safe capacity (up to 40).

Ready to join this serene spiritual experience? If you're not yet approved, start with our Free Spiritual Seeker Account for no-cost access to apply. Once logged in and approved, reserve your free spot below — capacity is limited, so act soon!

All Church of Spirits™ events are provided free to members as part of our religious ministry — no consideration is required. For those in need, apply for a Ministry Assistance Coupon to access Full Membership perks temporarily.