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September 12, 2025
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37 Helmsman Trawler Training

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Jim and Georgia bought a single engine 37 ft Helmsman Trawler and asked us to help them learn more about operating a boat this size. Their earlier boating was in San Diego where they sailed out into the Pacific and back. […]

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2-day Boat Systems Seminar – November

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From changing your own fuel filter to maintaining your shaft seals, Captain Chris will get you safely on your way…saving your $$ for marinas not mechanics! Come to where the tropics begin in Vero Beach, Florida and Ask Captain Chris about boat maintenance. […]

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FLIBS – Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

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Captain Chris will be presenting salty seminars at the greatest boat show this November. Stay tuned for what topic and where to find us…we are sponsored by PassageMaker Magazine and CruiserPort. […]

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America’s Great Loop Cruisers’ Rendezvous Fall 2016

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Mark the dates!

America’s Great Loop Cruisers’ Association (AGLCA) Fall 2016 Rendezvous will be held from October 17-20! […]

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Total Electronic Integration – Just Say NO!

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Disclaimer: I am not fond of change and many may say I’m a technophobe. But the phobia is really a mistrust which is rooted in experience. Some technologies are absolutely wonderful…WHEN they work.

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Full Circle – Training Aboard a Campbells Custom Down-East Yacht

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These Sailors came over to the dark side, buying a custom Down-East Cruiser in Oxford Maryland. They asked Captain Chris to come aboard for a training delivery to her new home in Florida. […]

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TrawlerFest Bay Bridge 2016 on the Chesapeake Bay!

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We are going to try again this year and hope that mother nature keeps the hurricanes away from this wonderful event on the Chesapeake Bay. TrawlerFest is the premier event for cruisers and those who are still in the dream stage of becoming a cruiser one day. […]

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Boat Systems Seminar is an Excellent Learning Opportunity

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Dan first worked with Captain Chris after he purchased his new-to-him boat. With a year of short trips under his belt, Dan decided to get more comfortable with DIY maintenance and attended our two-day Boat Systems Seminar. Read more… […]

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2-day Boat Systems Seminar – September

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From changing your own fuel filter to maintaining your shaft seals, Captain Chris will get you safely on your way…saving your $$ for marinas not mechanics! Come to where the tropics begin in Vero Beach, Florida and Ask Captain Chris about boat maintenance. […]

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    Boat selection, operation techniques including docking, locking and anchoring are just a few of the many terrific topics included in our video training series. Each episode can help the novice or seasoned boater become a more confident cruiser. […]

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