Garrett Sherman is the dockmaster at the Tampa Riverwalk.
“I get to be in this nice weather,” said Sherman. “I get to view all of these beautiful boats.”
Always on the dock, Sherman has seen the impact of high gas prices at the marina ever since the United States and Israel began attacking Iran in late February.
Although gas prices for boats are typically higher than filling up your car, it’s been difficult to tell the difference at the pump. The Palm Beach Post reports an increase of over one dollar for fuel at the marinas since last month.
For Brad Gordee, he booked a trip for his daughter’s 18th birthday two months ago.
“The captain on the boat was kind of like, ‘Oh, you know, I don’t know if I should charge you guys a surcharge for fuel or not,’” said Gordee.
Some visitors, like Kirk Olimb, say charging more per hour is necessary.
“If it’s expensive, it’s going to put a dent into the old bank account,” said Olimb. “It’s too bad. Hopefully they get lower.”
Still, the impact of rising gas prices is not stopping people from enjoying a day out on the water.
“They’re just thinking I’m out for a fun day and I’ll just accept whatever the price is,” said Sherman.
