Onboard Training Trawler Cruising

TRAWLER CRUISING

Try The Trawler Lifestyle!

Have you ever dreamed of cruising aboard a trawler? If so, there is no better way to become acquainted with the lifestyle than to try it yourself. Whether you are considering buying a trawler or simply want to experience safe and comfortable cruising, our Trawler Cruising program will let you truly test the waters with a liveaboard instructional cruise aboard a 48’ Kadey-Krogen trawler yacht.

Liveaboard Cruising Courses

Learn by doing on a 4, 5 or 7-day liveaboard cruise of the upper Chesapeake Bay or Florida (seasonally dependant) aboard the 48-foot, Kadey-Krogen, Ann Louise. Cruise in comfort and with confidence knowing that you are not only aboard one of the finest trawler yachts built, but you will also be learning from a highly experienced captain and mate. Our instructor captains are well regarded in the industry and are not only licensed captains, but also trained instructors with years of experience.

Students will receive instruction in all aspects of trawler cruising from boat handling to trip planning and navigation. Gain confidence through practical hands-on training while experiencing the trawler lifestyle first-hand to decide if it is right for you.

Topics:

• Cruise Planning
• Close Quarters Maneuvering & Docking
• Line Handling
• Communicating Effectively with your Crew
• Rules of the Road
• VHF Radio Communications
• Basic Piloting
• Engine & Boat Systems
• Safety Equipment and Emergency Procedures

The Boat: 2008 Kadey-Krogen 48’ North Sea Trawler Yacht

Ann Louise is a 2008 Kadey-Krogen 48’ North Sea trawler yacht. She is a 3-stateroom, 2-head wide-body model and is fitted with a state-of-the-art electronics suite featuring a complete NMEA 2000 backbone and Furuno NavNet 3D system with integrated RADAR, chartplotter, AIS, etc. Her pilothouse provides excellent visibility and climate controlled protection from the elements. It is also an ideal navigation and operating environment rarely seen aboard anything but commercial vessels.

Down below, the saloon and galley feel spacious and homey. From the granite countertops and stainless appliances, to the comfortable furniture, rich teak wood paneling, sole and furniture, the Krogen feels more like a living room and kitchen in a waterfront home.

If you prefer to be outside, there are plenty of options. The flying bridge offers a commanding view of all that is around you. The foredeck is a great place to sit at anchor or underway but the covered aft deck is a favorite of many cruisers, especially while sipping some wine in the evening after a nice meal.

The stateroom accommodations are also comfortable. The Master stateroom offers a centerline queen-sized bed and private head with separate stall shower. The guest stateroom also has a queen-sized bed and private access to a shared guest head that also features a separate stall shower. The third stateroom features over-under bunks.

Itinerary:
There are a variety of cruise itineraries and dates. We customize the trip based on your interests and instructional needs. Students liveaboard the boat and typically spend some nights at anchor and other nights dockside. Itineraries vary but some regular stops on the Chesapeake Bay cruise include:

Swan Creek (Rock Hall) Sassafras River (Georgetown) Patapsco River (Baltimore) Chester River (Chestertown)

Wye River Miles River (St. Michaels) West River (Galesville) Magothy River (Gibson Island)

Maximum Class Size: 4 Students

Kadey-Krogen Yachts Incentive Offer:
Kadey-Krogen Yachts is offering a full credit of your charter fee toward the price of a new Krogen yacht of any size.

Schedule/Pricing: Call (410) 263-8848 to schedule a charter or with any questions
There are 3 options for course scheduling:

*Price includes vessel charter and instruction fee. Price does not include provisioning, fuel, or dockage.

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Docking & Maneuvering

This course focuses on a hands-on approach to close quarters maneuvering aboard a single-screw diesel inboard boat. It is designed for everyone, from the novice boater to the experienced cruiser. A licensed captain will demonstrate and instruct safe docking and maneuvering techniques, while focusing on student-specific topics. The student will then take the wheel to practice and develop their skills while becoming confident in this often intimidating topic.

Topics:

Use of Propeller Walk Back & Fill Technique Vessel Pivot Points Use of Spring Lines in Docking Effects of Wind and Current Mooring Techniques

Anchoring Fending Off Safely Proper Fender Placement Proper Fueling Procedures Communicating with Crew

The Boat: 27’ Albin single-screw Down East Cruiser or aboard your own boat

Maximum Class Size: 2 Students

Schedule: 9am-4pm (Call to reserve a date)

Pricing:*

One Person:	$550
Two People:	$650

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Boat Handling & Cruising for Couples

This course was developed specifically to address maneuvering, boat handling, and cruising concerns raised by couples over the years. Couples work with two instructors for part of this course. In this one-to-one teacher-student format, students learn to work and communicate effectively as a team for close quarters maneuvering, such as docking, anchoring and picking up moorings. The course is customized to suit your particular needs; however, heavy emphasis is typically placed on close quarters maneuvering and emergency procedures.

The Boat: 27’ Albin single-screw Down East Cruiser or aboard your own boat

Maximum Class Size: 2 Students

Schedule: 1- or 2-day course (Call to reserve a date)

Pricing:*

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Private Instruction

Whether you are just getting into boating, bought a new boat, need a refresher or making the switch from sail to power, private instruction sessions can give you the knowledge and peace of mind to enjoy a relaxed day on the water while keeping your crew and vessel safe. With private instruction, the training is custom-tailored to your specific needs with endless learning options. The sessions can involve any combination of training from docking practice on your own boat, to a classroom course in navigation, to close quarters maneuvering aboard our boat. Each private instruction course is specially designed to meet your specific needs.

Popular Topics Include: (but are not limited to)

• Docking
• Close-Quarters Maneuvering
• Boat Handling
• Anchoring
• Line-Handling
• General Systems Overview
• Electrical Systems
• Diesel Engines
• Navigation
• Piloting
• Route Planning
• Chart Plotting
• Radar & Electronic Navigation
• Safety Procedures
• Cruising for Couples (additional cost if 2 instructors are required)

The Boat: Aboard Your Own Boat or a 27’ Albin single-screw DownEast Cruiser

Class Schedule: 9am to 4pm by appointment

Pricing:*

* Pricing does not include: fuel, grocery provisioning, meals ashore, dockage, and pump-out fees.

**Travel charges apply outside of Annapolis, MD.

Annapolis School of Seamanship • Annapolis, MD • 410.263.8848 • 866.36.YACHT

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