How to Purchase!
SVBET MEMBERSHIPs & Fees*
Currently, you must visit our office to purchase any membership. The SVBET office is located in the SVCA Center at 720 Alligator Dr, Venice, FL 34293 (see the map at the bottom of this page). We are open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. There are some things you can do before you visit to speed up your purchase. Please read the instructions below. We are working on an online purchase option for the future!
Applicants will be required to sign a waiver/hold harmless agreement to utilize any SVBET facilities.
BEACH FERRY
Resident: $180.00 ANNUAL
Non-Residents (Limited): $360 ANNUAL FEE
A Beach Ferry Membership, which includes up to 2 passes with the ability to bring 4 guests total, may be purchased per household. KEEP PASSES AT THE END OF THE YEAR. Renewal applications will not receive new passes. Lost or damaged Ferry passes will incur a $25 replacement fee.
South Venice Beach Community residents can verify residency here before your visit. Property owners must bring a property tax bill or utility bill. During your visit to the office, residency will be verified using online county property appraiser records. Annual renters must bring a signed annual lease and utility bill in your name. Please review the Beach Ferry membership Rules and Regulations here. Complete the online Beach Ferry membership application here or print out the application here and complete before visiting. We encourage you to do the online application as this will expedite getting the Ferry pass reader at the Ferry Dock House to recognize your pass. Download the Waiver/Hold Harmless form here and sign. Visit the SVBET office located in the SVCA at 720 Alligator Dr, Venice, FL 34293 during on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and bring your photo ID(s), all documents mentioned, and personal check or credit card. Beach Ferry applicants should bring existing beach ferry passes.
BOAT RAMP
Resident: $150.00 ANNUAL
Non-Residents (Limited): $300 ANNUAL FEE
A Boat Ramp Membership includes trailer and tow vehicle permits, as well as access to the main park and Boat Ramp gates via smart locks and smart phone application. Vehicle and boat registration, along with license plates information is required. You will receive parking permits for both your boat trailer and your tow vehicle.
South Venice Beach Community residents can verify residency here before your visit. Property owners must bring a property tax bill or utility bill. During your visit to the office, residency will be verified using online county property appraiser records. Annual renters must bring a signed annual lease and utility bill in your name. Please print out the Boat Ramp Users Agreement located here, the Boat Ramp application located here, and the Waiver/Hold Harmless located here. Read, complete and sign these forms. Visit the SVBET office located in the SVCA at 720 Alligator Dr, Venice, FL 34293 on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and bring your photo ID(s), all documents mentioned, and personal check or credit card.
KAYAK, CANOE & PADDLE BOARD
Resident and Non-Resident (limited): $100.00 ANNUAL
A Kayak, Canoe & Paddle Board launch area access membership includes a vehicle permit, as well as access to the main park and kayak, canoe and paddle board launch area gates via smart locks and smart phone application.
South Venice Beach Community residents can verify residency here before your visit. Property owners must bring a property tax bill or utility bill. During your visit to the office, residency will be verified using online county property appraiser records. Annual renters must bring a signed annual lease and utility bill in your name. Please print out the Kayak/Canoe/Paddle Board Users Agreement located here, the application located here, and the Waiver/Hold Harmless located here. Read, complete and sign these forms. Visit the SVBET office located in the SVCA at 720 Alligator Dr, Venice, FL 34293 on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and bring your photo ID(s), all documents mentioned, and personal check or credit card.