Boat Handling Lesson on Bogue Sound & ICW
Learn to handle your own boat with hands-on coaching from Captain Mark
Duration
2 hours or 4 hours
Ideal For
Up to 6 people
Includes
Vessel safety check, Coaching
Highlights
Build confidence on “skinny” water with a personal training session on your own outboard boat, with you as the skipper. Start with a Vessel Safety Check, then practice key boating skills based on your goals.
- Train on your boat with hands-on instruction from Captain Mark
- Complete a Vessel Safety Check with a USCG Auxiliary Vessel Examiner
- Practice docking, anchoring, and reading Aids to Navigation
- Focus on routes and skills that match your immediate needs
- Meet at your marina at 11am with your boat ready to go
- Call out an optional $200 deposit before booking
Things to know
If you want Captain Mark to operate your boat, add him (Mark Sonder) as an additional insured on your boat insurance. Bring required safety items and boat registration for the safety check.
Cancellation Policy
No refunds if canceled within 8 days. If canceled more than 8 days in advance: 75% refund. No-shows are not refunded. Operator may cancel due to weather, safety, mechanical, or behavioral issues; for weather, may refund if unable to reschedule.
Product ID: BVRWYT
FAQs
Bring your boat registration and required safety equipment, including visual distress signal devices, fire extinguisher(s), a sound-producing device, and navigation lights.
Yes. Have your boat in the water and ready to go.
Yes. Plan to speak briefly with Captain Mark about your goals before your departure date so the coaching can focus on what you want to work on.
Meeting details
Captain Mark will meet you at your marina at 11am.
