3 days / 2 nights aboard

All bookings are private charters

$2,700 aboard 36’ sailboat Galene (max 3 guests)

$4,200 aboard 58’ catamaran Pisces (max 6 guests)

TRIP DESCRIPTION

Explore the lower Chesapeake Bay with a professional captain. This 3-day sailing trip is a blend of hands-on learning and fun-filled adventure. Along the way you will see historic lighthouses, explore charming coastal towns and spend each night at a marina in a seaside town or at anchor.

You will practice the fundamentals, including how to navigate channels, hail marinas on the VHF, and steer across the vast lower Chesapeake Bay. You have the option to earn an ASA certification. This trip is designed to provide a hands-on learning experience in various aspects of sailing including weather forecasting, standing watch during the day, docking for the night, and how to handle challenges that arise along the way. No certifications or prior sailing experience is required.

Moreover, you will get the chance to sail in a variety of conditions, which will help you develop your skills and gain confidence as you progress. At the end of the journey, you will have valuable knowledge and experience that will serve you well in your future sailing adventures.

For more info regarding which boat is the right fit for you, check out our about pages for Galene and Pisces.

WHAT TO BRING

Pack light. A carry-on size duffel bag for clothes/foul weather gear should suffice.

Already Onboard:

• Linens, Blankets & Pillows

• PFD with harness and tether

• Baby wipes to for hygiene between showers

• Coffee & Sugar (bring your own creamer)

Recommended to Bring:

• Foul weather gear - Rain gear and water-proof boots or shoes.

• Swimwear

• Warm Layers - its better to have them and not need them; we recommend that all/most clothing be quick-drying

• USB charging cords for your devices (there are USB-A outlets in each berth)

• Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat with a brim

• Sailing gloves (optional)

• Entertainment - Books, tablet, music (headphones are required)

• Noise reduction earplugs for sleeping (if you are a light sleeper)

• Personal and sea-sickness medicines

• Shower shoes

• Towel and wash cloth

• Mesh bag for dirty laundry

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 3 days / 2 nights aboard the vessel

• Food provisions while underway (meals ashore are not included)

• Hands-on experiential sailing with expert guidance and feedback

• ASA certification (optional) $150/certification

ASA CERTIFICATIONs

Participants will have the option to earn either an ASA 101, 103 or 104 certification, provided they have met the pre-requisites*. If you opt to earn a certification you will receive personalized guidance throughout the trip aimed at achieving that level of proficiency. You will take an exam toward the end of the trip to demonstrate your competency. The cost for an ASA certification is an additional $150 / person (select that option at checkout), which includes the textbook that will be mailed to you after you register.

Alternatively, you may simply soak up the experience and forego any certifications. There are no pre-requisites or sailing experience required for participating in the trip.

*note that 102 is optional, so the only pre-requisite for 103 is a 101 certification.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Typically we do not cancel multi-day trips, unless the weather is extreme. In that event your captain will reach out at least 48 hours in advanced. Cancelled trips due to weather will be rescheduled or refunded. The final decision on weather cancellations is made by the captain.

We offer free cancellation within 24 hours after booking. After that if you decide to cancel for any reason, you will forfeit your deposit.

Price:

$2,700 private charter aboard 36’ Galene with captain / instructor; meals included

$4,200 private charter aboard 58’ catamaran Pisces with captain / instructor; meals included

*50% deposit required to book; final 50% due at start of trip