Charleston’s women on the water
A social & empowerment group for the gals working in Charleston Harbor.
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Who we are
We connect all our gals working in Charleston Harbor, from the Battery to the jetties.
Marina employees, deckhands, captains, fisherwomen, sailors, marine biologists — or just lovers of our maritime community. We create spaces to share opportunities, swap sea stories and support our local female-owned businesses, on the docks and off. Every week we share local job postings as well as maritime opportunities all over the world. Our mission is to give the gals as many opportunities on and off the water as we can. We hope to inspire more women to work on the water and pursue their passions.
Why join us
The crew
57
Maritime Gals & growing
16 LOWCOUNTRY FEMALE-OWNED MARITIME BUSINESSES BACKED
Why us?
Why join
Safe spaces
Rooms, docks and boats where women in the industry can network, create friendships, learn and build confidence with no judgement.
Real opportunities
Local postings and worldwide maritime work shared first with the group — crew calls, deliveries, teaching gigs and licenses.
Skills, shared
Detailing basics, rigging, navigation, docking etc.. We teach each other what we've learned the hard way.
Women-owned support
We spotlight and send business to the female-owned companies shaping Charleston's working waterfront.
Female-owned
Businesses we back
Supporting the women-led businesses shaping Charleston's working waterfront.
Sailing and motor boat tours of Charleston Harbor for dolphin-watching, birdwatching, and sunset cruises.
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Private charters, boating lessons, trailering lessons, Mothers in the Marsh guided nature tour.
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11 years of yacht detailing. Meticulous care and immaculate results. Built by boat owners, for people who love their boats.
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Learn to drive, dock, navigate, and handle a boat with confidence — in a calm, supportive, women-led environment on Charleston's waterways.
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Dependable boat management and detailing services designed to protect your investment and keep your vessel ready year-round — in the water, at the dock, or stored on land.
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Goldbug Charters offers private, boutique boat cruises in Charleston, SC perfect for sunset views, celebrations, and girls' trips.
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Private sailing charters and lessons in Charleston Harbor — relaxed, personalized time on the water for locals and visitors alike.
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Scheduled preventative maintenance, dockside check-ins, and season-long care — so small issues don't become big ones.
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From barrier island shark tooth hunting 🦈 to harbor tours 🌴, bachelorette parties, and dolphin watching, come get salty with us in Charleston, SC!
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Charleston's completely customizable boat charter (2-4 hours recommended). Explore barrier islands, photograph dolphins, cruise the harbor, or hunt for shark's teeth.
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The Beardless Fisher Inshore Charters specializes in light tackle, fly fishing, and cast-netting in the Lowcountry marshes, creeks, and flats around Charleston.
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Paddle Babes is a concierge kayak and paddle boarding club for women located in Charleston, South Carolina.
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Join me as we explore the Lowcountry waters of Charleston, SC chasing redfish, trout, flounder, black drum and sheepshead.
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Inshore fishing charters out of Folly Beach and Charleston for all skill levels — from first casts to seasoned anglers chasing Lowcountry reds.
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Hands-on boating instruction and captain-led lessons in Charleston — building confident, capable women at the helm.
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Organizations we support
Women-led maritime organizations and Maritime Gal-owned businesses we love.
On the calendar
Meetups
Free events, every month.
Salty Mike's Ladies' Night
Salty Mike's • 7:00 PM
Past event • Informal get-together
Pilates & Surf
1802 E Ashley Ave, Folly Beach • 8:00 AM
Past event • Skill sharing
City Marina River Sweep
Charleston City Marina • 10 AM
Community cleanup
Spirit of South Carolina Tall Ship Introduction
Charleston Maritime Center, 10 Wharfside St, Charleston • 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
On-the-water experience
Opportunities
Job board
Local postings and maritime work from all over the world. Join our WhatsApp community for all available positions.
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FAQs
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Support the gals
Your contribution helps us host meetups, share opportunities and keep this harbor community growing.