USCG Licensed, Master Oceans 500 Tons
MMD, A.B. Unlimited, Lifeboatman
FCC License: MROP, GMDSS
Endorsements: 
Auxillary Sail
Radar Observer Unlimited
Proficient in use of survial craft (Lifeboatman)
Boat Handling Instruction
for
New boat owners
It's normal to be intimidated by a "new boat", especially when it's your first. With a few proper hands-on lessons, everyone can enjoy boating. My job is to help you enjoy boating.
I can still remember the feeling of intimidation my first time out. That was a long time ago and fortunately for others, there weren't as many boats around. Today it's like learning to drive in the middle of rush hour.
Instruction program
My instruction program is tailored to the needs of the individual. The boat can be small or large; Gas, Diesel, Outboard, Single Screw or Twin Engines. They all have simple techniques that make it easy once you know how. My teaching technique is to explain how to do it, then show you how to do it. I'll be right there while you practice doing it yourself. Once you get good at it we go on to the next step and not long after, you're enjoying your boat and boating.
Instruction topics can include
| • | The parts of the boat and all the equipment on board |
| • | How to properly tie up to a mooring |
| • | How to properly tie up to a dock |
| • | How to drive the boat |
| • | How to dock the boat |
| • | How to anchor the boat |
| • | How to care for and maintain the boat |
| • | Navigation |
| • | Rules of the road |
| • | In general, answer all your questions |
Who could benefit from this instruction?
| • | The first time boat owner |
| • | A new larger or different boat |
| • | A sailor moving to a power boat |
| • | A spouse wanting to know more |
To schedule a lesson simply call or contact as listed below.
We can plan a lesson aboard your boat.
Onboard Instruction
| • | Per hour: $65.00 | |
| . • | Full day: $350.00 | |
| • | Per hour for travel from Salem, MA, greater than 1 hour to/from the boat's location: $27.00 | |
| • | Per day for out of region travel: $350.00 |