Ocean sailing expeditions with instruction
Our goal is to help you prepare for ocean cruising on your own boat. During each 8-10 day expedition you'll sail 300-500 miles, completing at least one 100+ mile overnight passage while learning to deal with significant tides and currents in remote and beautiful cruising areas. You'll master navigation, ocean sailing, storm and light air tactics, Lifesling overboard rescue, and gain valuable experience at sea.
Training combines our marine maintenance expertise with John Neal's Mahina Expeditions offshore sail training curriculum. You will receive a copy of his Expedition Companion textbook as part of your tuition.
2025 expeditions will be conducted aboard a Garcia Exploration 45, a vessel that well-appointed for true bluewater voyages.
You can expect
To be fully immersed and involved in learning all aspects of operating and maintaining an ocean cruising boat including steering, watch standing, sail trim, anchoring, provisioning, cooking, cleaning, and vessel repair.
3-6 hours per day of dedicated, hands-on instruction.
A copy of John Neal's 116 page Expedition Companion textbook covering all aspects of cruising.
To gain essential knowledge and skills needed to make sound decisions about refitting, outfitting, and maintaining your cruising vessel.
To be challenged, to be excited, and to become capable and confident in handling and operating an offshore cruising sailboat.
You will receive
Exceptional sailing instruction and hands-on systems training, tailored to meet your specific needs and goals.
The opportunity to increase your confidence and safety at sea by sailing a 100+ mile overnight passage and learning both light and heavy weather sailing techniques.
A uniquely designed training experience that prioritizes safety and self-sufficiency, and will help you learn if the cruising lifestyle is right for you.
Three nutritious, balanced meals per day, making use of local ingredients and regional flavors as much as possible.
Certificate documenting your experience and training to assist you with qualifying for insurance.
