How to Use SeaPeople Hails

How-to

Jun 16, 2026

SeaPeople Hails feature on a phone showing nearby boaters and live community activity on the map

Think of Hails like using VHF, but better.

Good communication has always been part of life on the water. Whether you're coordinating a meetup, sharing local knowledge, warning others about changing weather, or lending a hand to a fellow boater, staying connected makes every journey better.

That's exactly why we built SeaPeople Hails.

Three phone screens showing SeaPeople Hails, including map-based conversations, hail creation, and hail expiration settings

Creating a Hail

Start a Hail where you are or where you're headed next to ask for local tips, get real-time weather updates, plan a beach bonfire, organize a playdate for the kids, or simply bring boaters together.

With Hails, you can see active conversations directly on the map, join local discussions, or create your own. Set a radius, choose an expiration, and reach the people around you with the tap of a button.

Every hail is tied to a location and displayed on the map, making it easy to discover what’s happening around you. Looking for advice, company for a sundowner, a spare part, or the latest local information? Chances are someone nearby can help.

Life on the water is better together and communication just got a whole lot easier.

SeaPeople Hails feature showing nearby boaters, hail creation, and local boating conversations on the map