This course provides a true experience of life aboard a modern cruising sailboat. Conducted in an ‘adventure vacation’ atmosphere, participants will experience every important aspect of sailboat cruising, from planning to execution. It is the perfect venue for sailors to absorb the essence of a cruising lifestyle and to obtain worldwide chartering credentials.

Conducted aboard a modern cruising vessel this course is designed for maximum results. To that end, each challenge planned and executed by the team members, under the watchful guidance of their professional Captain/Instructor. Challenges are many and rewards are profound. Successful graduates receive US SAILING’s Basic Cruising Certification and Bareboat Cruising Certification, the premier standard of accomplishment.

Representative Schedule of Events

• Crew meetings with captain in advance of class.
• Crews will meet onboard the evening prior to departure.
• Crewmembers set watch schedules and assign responsibilities
• Captain briefs the team on safety, seamanship, navigation and vessel operations
• Crews provision the vessel and stow all gear
• Cast-off for the first port of call
• Fun and learning

Course Details

• Texts: US SAILING’s Basic Cruising,
  Bareboat Cruising, Coastal Navigation
• Vessel: Modern 32-43’ cruising vessel
• Participants: min of 4, max of 6
• Custom classes available for groups of 3 or more
• Course Fee* $1,450 pp, $2,600 for couples
• Dates and fees are negotiable for group bookings
• Participation is limited and spaces fill quickly. Make your reservation today.

Dates Available:

• June TBA (Northern LM)
• July 23-27 (return from Mackinac)
• July 27-Aug 1 (Door County-Milwaukee)
• August TBA (Grand Traverse Bay)
  
  

US SAILING Certfications available

• US SAILING Basic Cruising
• US SAILING Bareboat Cruising

*Exclusive of off-vessel entertainment, alcoholic beverages, travel, lodging
or personal expenses.

**Subject to US SAILING standards
of testing and qualification.

Testimonials from one of last seasons courses.