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Captain & Maritime Specialist
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Extensive experience of sailing the west coast; Alaska to Baja, Puget Sound/Salish Sea, crossings to/from Hawaii, deliveries through the Panama Canal, east coast; Maine to the Caribbeans and a bit in the Baltic and mediterranean seas
Capterik.com
With a lifetime of experience in sailing, power boating, and maritime services, I provide professional solutions tailored to both classic and modern vessels—from 30’+ cabin cruisers to 200’+ superyachts.
Whether you're in need of captain services, vessel management & monthly checkups, private instruction, or a comprehensive refit, I deliver trusted expertise and dependable service.
Private and discreet lessons; I can provide lessons & instructions to not only boost your confidence, I can also sign off on your lessons so you can qualify for a yacht insurance policy.
Credentials- (MMC & STCW Endorsements)
* 200 GRT Master
* Near Coastal, Auxiliary Sail, and Towing Endorsements
* Radar Observer (Unlimited), ECDIS Certified
* Basic Safety Training (BST)
* Advanced Firefighting
* Lifeboatman & Proficiency in Survival Craft (PSC)
* Medical Care Provider
* FCC MROP
Captain Services, domestic & International-
* Charters
* Bareboat Charter Captain
* Vessel Delivery
* Vessel Management & Caretaking
* Pre-Purchase Inspections & Sea Trials
* Parts Sourcing & Delivery
* Moorage Assistance & Vessel Purchasing Support
Private Boating Instruction (Aboard your vessel or one provided)
* Introductory Boating
* Insurance Policy Qualification
* Docking, Anchoring & Vessel Handling
* Navigation: Charting, Plotting & Dead Reckoning
* Rules of the Road & Radio Comms Etiquette
* Electronic System Training
* Emergency Preparedness: MOB, Fire, EPIRB
Vessel Services
* Project Management & Refits
* Wood, Fiberglass, Steel & Aluminum
* Custom Yacht Builds & Conversions
* Teak Decks, maintenance & replacements
* Paint, Varnish/Brightwork
* Detailing (Interior, Exterior, Engine Room)
* Main Engine & Genset, Mechanical Maintenance, Rebuilds & Repowers
* Custom Fuel Tank Fabrication
* Sound & Thermal Insulation
* Custom Welding
* Electrical Systems: AC/DC, Inverters/Chargers, Autopilot, Radar, Monitoring Systems
If a service falls outside my direct scope, I can rely on my extensive network of professionals to ensure the highest quality results
Plenty of references
Inquire for more examples of my work and for a free consultation