Hunter 42' Sailboat - Take a Charter or your Sailing Lessons on Chesapeake Bay

Owner's Description

We offer different "Sailing Experiences" - Short and extended Charters with Guests up to 6 - Photo Shoots - Weddings, Engagements, Birthdays and more Photo Shoot opportunities CHARTER SAILING OFFERINGS: Enjoy the Chesapeake Bay by boat! Charter this 42ft Center Cockpit Hunter Passage for up to 6 people. Rates are comparable to other Charters around the middle Chesapeake Bay region, For the charter, due to certain government and insurance restrictions we can provide ice and water only. However, You may bring whatever "Picnic" food and drink you wish (BYOB). There is ample refrigeration and a cooler on board. Due to certain government and insurance restrictions, there is NO swimming off the boat. DRUGS: Unless otherwise designated as prescription or "over the counter", no drugs period. Though marijuana is legal in Maryland, it is not legal on the Federal level and thus not legal on this vessel as it is USCG Documented and the Captain is federally licensed. The presence of any illegal drugs will constitute an immediate termination of the charter with no refund of any monies. Sorry. Smoking on the boat is allowed. Covid Masks are not required but may be worn if desired. There is ample fore and aft deck area to use for your enjoyment as well. Full and partial sunbathing is allowed. There is a multi-speaker sound system with hookup to various stations such as Pandora etc. through your smart phone. United States Coast Guard Licensed Captains and fuel costs are included in the charter costs. YOU DON'T PAY EXTRA!! **Weddings, Engagements, Birthdays and more Photo Shoot opportunities We reserve the right to terminate any charter or sailing instruction upon actual or indications of Adverse Weather conditions, mechanical issues or at the Captain's discretion. Refunds or rescheduling will be discussed accordingly. Charter Time Rates - 2 Hours; Total: $450; Rate $225 per hour - 3 Hours Total $525: Rate: $175 per hour; 22% discount - 4 Hours Total $600; Rate: $150 per hour; 33% discount - 5 hours Total: $750; Rate: $150 per hour 33% discount - 6 hours, Total $900 Rate: $150 per hour 33% discount - 7 hours: Total $1050 Rate: $150 per hour 33% discount - 8 Hours: Total $1200 Rate: $150 per hour 33% discount If you are Active or past Military, EMS, Police or Fire Service, there is a $50.00 discount of the total cost. Our Sailing Lessons The objective of all our courses is to increase your self-confidence as a sailor. With greater self-confidence, you can be more relaxed and have more fun enjoying the feel of the wind and the knowledge that YOU are controlling a vessel moving through the water under sail and without mechanical power. (at least till you need to dock or tie up to a mooring when you may need that mechanical advantage). Just call it magic. Enjoy – go sailing!!  There is no affiliation with US Sailing or American Sailing Association (ASA). Our sailing programs do however, meet the following standards and requirements:        American National Standards Institute (ANSI)        2017 National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA).        ANSI Standard # ANSI/NASBLA 102-2017: Basic Boating Knowledge – Sailing;        American National Standard, American Boat & Yacht Council, Inc.        NOWS (National On-Water Standards) Program        At the completion of each course students are awarded Certificates of Completion bearing the Course Title, and signed by one or more USCG Licensed Captains. General Notices:        All courses will generally be from 0900 to 1700 hours each day unless otherwise specified. For all Courses.        Emphasis is placed not only on sailing but also on safety on board        For some courses, Students will be tested on subject matter via questions during the course of the day. A take home exam is given covering the 1st day’s session. BE PREPARED.       Military (active/retired), EMS, Police and Fire Service personnel receive an automatic $50.00 discount for any course. Classes and Course Costs ranging from beginner to advanced:        Introduction to Sailing – (If you want to have a half day (4 hour) on the water to see if handling a sailboat is for you ). ($300.00 Person)        Basic Sailing – (If you want hands-on training) (8 hours) $700        Basic sailing – points of sail, tacking, jibing, etc.        You take the helm and feel the boat respond to your touch        Perfect for family outings or quality time with friends        Makes a great gift, too!        One day, 4 - hour class        Saturdays or Sundays throughout the season         A great Family outing – (children under 10 free) If you take our Introduction to Sailing 4-hour course and decide you really want to get more involved, then we will give you a Discount of $100 on the next course you take from us!!         Basic sailing – points of sail, tacking, jibing, etc. Course Fee:  $750.00 per person (2 days, approximately 16 hours) 2 Person Minimum Basic Coastal Cruising – (Operation of a larger sailing vessel).  2 days, $1350 per person, $1750 per couple Course includes: - Navigation - Marine/Boat Safety - Human overboard emergency Beginner to Better – (This is a two weekend, 4 day stepped approach to learning how to sail and handle a boat safely. Comprises our Basic Sailing and Basic Coastal Cruising Courses), $2100 per person, $1850 per couple - Preparation of the boat - Parts of the boat - Rigging, hoisting and setting sails -  Rules of the Road -  Points of Sail - Sail trim -  Open water sailing - Chart reading and basic navigation - Communications - Man - Over-Board emergency - Anchoring -  Docking And much more to acquire from over 50 years of combined sailing experience Boating Safety, Docking and Anchoring – 4 hours, $175 per hour) (If you want practical, hands-on instruction on boat-handling) Basic Coastal Navigation – (Basic Navigation and Piloting Skills) 1 day $1000.00 Team Building – up to 6 individuals, 2 days, $750 per person (minimum of two, maximum of 6 individuals) Personalized Sailing Instruction – ($175.00 per hour) on your boat or on SV DreamCatcher For scheduling purposes, we request Your response within 3 days of receiving an offer from us We reserve the right to terminate any charter or sailing instruction upon actual or indications of Adverse Weather, mechanical issues or at the Captain's discretion. Refunds or rescheduling will be discussed accordingly.