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Three Days of Trawler Training Builds Confidence

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This happy couple arrived for trawler training just after Hurricane Isaac blew through the Treasure Coast. We hadn’t even removed all of our storm lines when they came aboard. What a terrific opportunity for them to see the real prep that happens every season…sometimes a few times a season! […]

Train With Captain Chris Before You Bareboat Charter

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This young couple had bareboat chartering in their future, their near future. In fact, they planned to step off from our training trip and step on to an unfamiliar, bareboat charter for an additional week. With almost a year of prep time to plan this adventure, Todd and Lori wanted a cruise to remember. […]

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A Quick Note of Thanks

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When this couple returned home they went full speed ahead in finding their perfect trawler…but they took the time to write a personal note of thanks. […]

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St. Petersburg Power & Sailboat Show

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Join Captains Alyse & Chris Caldwell at the St. Petersburg Power & Sailboat Show on Friday November 30, 2012. […]

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Join us at the St. Petersburg Power & Sailboat Show 2012

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So many of you have asked how you can find us at the St. Pete Show….so here you go! […]

Five Days Of Fun Learning Aboard Our Trawler In Florida

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Like so many of our clients, Jerry and Pauline have been bitten by the cruising bug but they aren’t quite sure they can handle a larger trawler. So, this couple joins us aboard our boat SANDY HOOK for five days of fun and they learn that yes, they can do this! […]

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Confessions of a Galley Slave – PassageMaker Magazine

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Those of you who subscribe to PassageMaker Magazine may have already discovered this fun article. From what rules to have when bringing kitchenware aboard to the exact ingredients you need for a savory meal, Alyse covers all you need to know to be an iron chef with her simple, quick recipes. […]

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Future Loopers or Maybe Coastal Cruisers

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Joe & Kathy have been talking about the Great Loop for three years and decided to stop talking and start cruising. Joining us aboard our trawler SANDY HOOK was just what they were looking for at this point in the plan. […]

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Trawler Training – From Discovery to Success on an Ocean Alexander 50

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This AZ couple planned to go cruising…or at least they thought that’s what they wanted to do. To confirm this retirement dream and before they purchased this lovely 50 foot Ocean Alexander, they came aboard our trawler to discover a few things. […]

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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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