Do you need a Vessel Safety Check? The Coast Guard Auxiliary will be doing them at Cedar Creek Marine Center in Seaford, Delaware on May 16th, 2026. Appointments Encouraged.
Below is the information about the Vessel Safety Checks directly from the US Coast Guard Auxillary webpage:
What's In it For Me?
Vessels passing safety checks are awarded a U.S. Coast Guard / Auxiliary Decal that informs:
Coast Guard / Auxiliary
Harbor Patrol
Sheriff's & Police
other boating law-enforcement & safety agency's
that your boat was in full compliance with all Federal and State boating laws during a safety check for that year. Best of all every Vessel Safety Check is 100% Free of charge!
What if I Don't Pass?
If your boat does not pass, no citation is issued at that time. Instead, you are provided a written report in how to correct any discrepancies.
Why Receive a Vessel Safety Check?
Safety! The peace of mind that your boat meets federal safety standards and that in an emergency you will have the necessary equipment to save lives and summon help.
In many cases boating insurance agencies offer discounts for vessels which undergo a Vessel Safety Check every year. All decals and safety checks are void December 31st of year they are inspected, they are also void should the operator /owner fail to maintain the vessels equipment or the vessel itself to the standard at the time of the safety check.
What Type of Items Are Checked?
Life Jackets
Registration and numbering
Navigation lights
Ventilation
Fire extinguishers
Distress signals (flares, horn, etc.)
Battery cover and connections
All of these items are currently required by state and federal laws and, if missing or non-operating, can result in a citation if your vessel is inspected by the Coast Guard.
Holiday Closure Announcement: Cedar Creek Marine Center
As the holiday season approaches, we’d like to take a moment to thank our customers, friends, and boating community for an incredible year. In celebration of Christmas and the New Year, Cedar Creek Marine Center in Seaford, Delaware will be closed for a short holiday break.
Holiday Closure Schedule
Closing: Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Reopening: Friday, January 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM
During this time, our team will be enjoying the holidays with family and friends and preparing for an exciting new year ahead. We encourage customers to plan service appointments, parts purchases, and visits accordingly.
We appreciate your understanding and continued support. From all of us at Cedar Creek Marine Center, we wish you a Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year, and safe boating in 2026!
We look forward to seeing you when we reopen on January 2nd at 9 AM.
Important Notice: Spoofed Emails Pretending to Be from Cedar Creek Marina / Cedar Creek Marine Center
Important Notice: Spoofed Emails Pretending to Be from Cedar Creek Marina / Cedar Creek Marine Center
We want to address a recent issue that may have affected some of our customers and community members. Over the past few days, several people have reported receiving fraudulent emails that appear to come from Cedar Creek Marina or Cedar Creek Marine Center. These messages falsely claim that we are hosting a holiday party, that you have items to pick up, or that you need to click a link for more details.
We want to offer a sincere apology for any confusion or concern these spoofed messages may have caused. These emails did not come from us, and we are actively working to make the situation clear so no one is misled.
Please Do NOT Click Any Links in These Emails
If you received a suspicious message:
Do not click any links.
Do not download attachments.
Do not reply to the email.
Delete it immediately.
These fraudulent links may attempt to steal personal information, install malware, or lead you to unsafe websites.
What Is Email Spoofing?
Email spoofing is a tactic used by scammers to make an email look like it came from a trusted source—using familiar names, email addresses, or branding. In reality, the message originates from a malicious sender who is disguising their identity.
Spoofers typically aim to:
Trick recipients into clicking unsafe links
Gather login credentials or personal information
Install harmful software
Create confusion or impersonate a business
Unfortunately, spoofing is common because email systems can’t always verify whether the “From” address truly belongs to the sender.
How to Protect Yourself
Here are a few ways to stay safe:
Check the sender’s actual email address, not just the display name.
Look for spelling errors, unusual requests, or messages that feel “off.”
Hover over links (without clicking) to see where they really lead.
When in doubt, contact us directly through our official website or phone number—not through the suspicious email.
We’re Here to Help
Your safety and trust are important to us. If you received one of these spoofed emails or aren’t sure whether a message is legitimate, please reach out. We’re happy to confirm anything that seems suspicious.
Thank you for your understanding, and again, we apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. Stay safe, stay cautious, and know that we value your continued support.
🦃🎣 Thanksgiving Holiday Hours – Cedar Creek Marine Center
We're super excited to share some big news — we’ve officially launched our Instagram account! 🎉 Whether you’ve been part of our journey from the beginning or you’re just discovering us now, this new space is all about connecting, creating, and sharing more of what you love.
👉 Why Instagram?
Instagram is the perfect place for us to share behind-the-scenes moments, exciting updates, sneak peeks, tips, and everyday inspiration. It gives us the chance to connect with you on a more visual and personal level — in real time.
🔗 Join the Community
Follow us at @cedarcreekmarina_de and @cedarcreekmarinecenter and be part of this new chapter. Don’t forget to like, comment, and tag us in your posts — we love seeing how you’re engaging with what we do!
📲 Let’s grow together and make this space something truly special.
See you on the 'gram!
Your friends at Cedar Creek Marina and Cedar Creek Marine Center
3/6/2025 Effective immediately - we will no longer be doing boat registrations at Cedar Creek Marine Center in Seaford, DE. We are sorry for any inconvenience this causes.
Do you need a Safety Vessel Check? The Coast Guard Auxiliary will be doing Safe Vessel Checks at Cedar Creek Marine Center in Seaford, DE on May 17th, 2025 Appointments Encouraged.
Thank you all for another great season and we look forward to serving you next year. Cedar Creek Marine Center in Seaford, Delaware will be closed for Christmas and New Years from Sunday, December 22, 2024 through Wednesday, January 1, 2025. We will reopen on Thursday, January 2, 2025 with our normal business hours:
