Yes, you can do the Loop — or go anywhere else you like — solo in your own boat. I can show you how.
As a mostly solo Great Loop cruiser, I have hundreds of hours and thousands of miles of experience planning, navigating, cruising, docking, anchoring, and mooring my boat by myself. I know the challenges and what must be done to meet them. I can teach you what I know and stay on board with you while you practice.
One-Day Seminar with 2-3 Hours of Cruising
This seminar, for experienced boaters, assumes you already know a lot about your boat and boating. I start by explaining the special considerations you’ll need to be aware of for solo cruising. Then I explain how I handle challenges like docking, casting off, anchoring out, and taking care of business while under way. I’ll focus on how you can use onboard tools like chartplotters, autopilot, sonar, and radar to stay on track and maintain situational awareness. We’ll go out in your boat or mine for demonstrations and hands on practice.
Class lasts 6 to 8 hours, including 2-3 hours of cruising. Printed handouts, including sample check lists, are included.
Multi-day Hands On Solo Cruising Course
Take a trip with me along for some hands-on experience while under way. We can do it in your boat or mine with a three to seven day trip. Includes everything in the One-Day Seminar with a lot more training and practice. This class is suitable for beginner to intermediate boaters.
Call Me!
Call or text me to chat about how I can help you take control of your boat without a crew: 509-699-8044. If I don’t answer, leave a detailed message and I’ll get back to you within 24 hours.