EVENT DATE: MAY 1ST – 3RD 2026
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants for participation in the Full Throttle Poker Run must meet the following requirements. No exceptions will be made:
1. Membership Requirement
The registered boat owner must be an active member of the Bahamas Powerboat Club. A Captain’s Membership (or higher) is required.
For first-time international participants, membership is included in the registration fee.
2. Mandatory Captain’s Meeting
All captains and co-drivers are required to attend the mandatory Captain’s Safety Meeting held on the evening prior to departure.
At this meeting, captains will sign a safety waiver agreeing to all event guidelines, including:
• No consumption of alcohol prior to or during the poker run
• No use of medications that impair operating ability
3. Participant Waivers
ALL occupants (including passengers) must sign the official Bahamas Powerboat Club Safety Waiver prior to departure.
4. Safety Gear Requirement
All occupants are required to wear personal flotation devices while the vessel is operating on plane.
5. Vessel Compliance
All vessels must be fully compliant with the regulations set by the local Port Authority.
EVENT AGENDA
Please note: All schedules are subject to change. Final itineraries will be provided at check-in.
DEPARTURE TIMES
• Pier 66, Fort Lauderdale
Friday, May 1st – 9:00 AM
• Bay Street Marina, Nassau
Saturday, May 2nd – 9:00 AM
CAPTAIN’S MEETING (MANDATORY)
Held the evening prior to each departure at the respective location.
The following will take place:
• Event Check-In
• Wristband & Merchandise Distribution
• Safety Briefing (Route & Rules)
• Official Card Draw