Yellowbird Sea-Tel

[airswift]

I agree with you re solution and security/lifeguard enforcing which by my observation often wasn't the case in the past.... hence the number of "Drop-ins".
BTW: If you look at other Resorts nearby... Legends, Merrills, Grand Pineapple, Kuyaba, Whistling Bird, Rooms etc... the only people using their chairs (my impression) are guests at the particular facility. Drop-ins tend to not be there as guest only chairs policy appears to be enforced

As an aside, other facilities are available including Alfred's, Bourbon Beach, Woodstock et al where there are chairs on a first come basis and a bar....

It happens, mostly on a Sunday, people will enter a resort on a day pass. They won't put down a deposit for a beach towel but simply sit in other peoples chairs and use their towels. I've seen it happen.
As for security, re the lifeguard tower on " Show me a sign " post

[JohnNYC]

It's my understanding that YB is a business, not a charity. I see no problem implementing the charge to correct an issue impacting their paying guests. I would think $20, with all of it going towards food & drink, would get less resistance.