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Charter Application – Power Boat

Charter Application – power boat

Qualification Guidelines

Use these guidelines to determine what qualifications you need to charter a boat:

SIZE – The boat you want to charter should be no more than 5’ bigger than the boat you have ample experience on and are competent handling. When considering what you’re competent handling, try not to think of boating in wide open waters. You should consider your ability to handle the boat in a new marina with a cross breeze of 15-20 knots. A lot changes as you move up in boat size so please
EXPERIENCE – Your boating experience should be within the last 3 years. It’s okay if it’s been longer but we may have to schedule a short refresher. It’s not always like “riding a bike”. So if it’s been a while, some people get right back into the boat handling and others take a while.
OVERNIGHT CRUISING – For charters that are 2 or more days, we require previous overnight experience aboard, a basic knowledge of boat electrical and mechanical systems, competency in docking and harbor handling and experience with heavy weather situations. If you’re lacking this experience we can still make it happen with the right instruction and briefing.
DAY CRUISING – For day cruises we don’t require the systems and overnight experience but you still have to get out of the slip and then dock the boat at the end of the day. So keep in mind that about 90% of the damage to a boat occurs in the marina.

IT’S VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU HONESTLY EVALUATE YOUR QUALIFICATIONS.

All charterers, regardless of experience, will work with one of our Briefing Captains and get a charter briefing. The standard charter briefing will go over systems, mechanicals, sails, safety and chart hazards. A charter briefing is a “where it is” familiarization of the boat. It is not a “what is it?” or a “how does this work” briefing – not unless you have told us in advance that you would like more information on a particular topic or are requesting time with a captain.

We will schedule time based on what you told us on the charter application and the evaluation you gave yourself. If we determine that your skills and experience aren’t quite what was stated on the application, we will have to schedule more time with you.

DON’T DELAY YOUR DEPARTURE FROM THE DOCK. We want to give you all the information you need but we also need to properly schedule the briefing time. Our Briefing Captains are tightly scheduled and if you need a lot more time than what your application indicated, we might have to reschedule for more time. You cannot leave the dock unless we feel you are competent to handle the vessel and situations that may arise while out on charter.

We cannot guarantee that you will be ready to take the boat after working with a captain. It is entirely up to you to demonstrate your ability to safely and competently handle the boat. That is why it’s so important that you fill out the charter application accurately. It’s okay if you need more instruction or time with a captain. But if we have to spend more time than anticipated, we may have to reschedule a captain and that could mean that you’ll spend more time at the dock.

Most of our boats are privately owned by individuals who trust us to manage them. Because of our standards and the trust of the boat owners we can offer a wide variety of sail and power yachts. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to working with you to ensure a great charter experience.

CHARTER APPLICATION - POWER BOAT

Charterer Information

Name *

Age *

Email *

Phone *

Address *

Street AddressApt, Suite, Bldg. (optional)CityState / Province / RegionPostal / Zip CodeCountry

Charter Details

Boat Requested

Preferred Dates - Please call our office to check availability. A $2,000 deposit is required to reserve dates.

Anticipated Charter Group Size

Number of Couples

Number of Singles

Number of Children Under 15 Years Old

Skipper Experience

How many years fully responsible as a cruising skipper? *

What years? *

On Average, how many days a year do you boat? *

What size boats do you sail on? *

Boating Credentials: What / Where / When

ASA, US Sailing, Power Squadron, USCG, etc. -Please list all levels of sailing and boating credentials. -School where you received credentials. -Year credential was earned.

On-Water Experience

Starting with the most recent, tell us the DATE / BOAT SIZE & MODEL (Include whether it was CHARTERED, OWNED OR FRIEND'S BOAT) *

Skipper Skill Level

Check the box that best applies to your experience. Also, please indicate if it has been longer than 3 years. (Check all that apply.)

Anchoring *

No experience/never on my ownSome experience, somewhat capableMuch experience, very capableIt's been more than 3 years since I last did thisI'm requesting more instruction in this area

Anchoring Overnight *

no experience/never on my ownsome experience, somewhat capablemuch experience, very capableit's been more than 3 years since I did thisI'm requesting more information in this area

Driving a twin engine boat. *

no experience/never on my ownsome experience, somewhat capablemuch experience, very capableit's been more than 3 years since I last did thisI'm requesting more instruction in this area

Utilizing Prop Walk when Docking *

no understanding of ithave a basic understandingI get it and use prop walk regularlyIt's been more than 3 years since I've docked a boat like thisI'm requesting more instruction in this area

Docking a boat over 40' in a marina *

no experience / not on my own / wasn't at the helmsome experience, somewhat capablemuch experience, very capableit's been more than 3 years since I've docked a boat over 40'I'm requesting more instruction in this area

Docking a boat over 30' in a marina. *

no experience / never on my own/ wasn't at the helmsome experience, somewhat capablemuch experience, very capableit's been more than 3 years since I docked a boat over 30'I'm requesting more instruction in this area

Understanding the Boat Electrical Panel *

not familiar with a boat electrical panelsome experience, somewhat familiarmuch experience, very familiarit's been more than 3 years since operating a boat's electrical panelI'd like more instruction in this area

Understanding the Boat's Systems *

propane stove, water supply, toilet, and refrigerationnot familiarsome experience, somewhat familiarmuch experience, very familiarit's been more than 3 years sinceI'm requesting more instruction in this area

Charting a Course *

no experience/never on my ownsome experience, somewhat capablemuch experience, very capableit's been more than 3 yearsI'm requesting more instruction in this area

Knot Tying *

nope, I'm terrible with knotssomewhat capable of tying a bowline and a cleat hitchvery capable of tying a bowline and a cleat hitchI could use more instruction in this area

Use of a spring line *

no experience / never on my ownsome experience, I kinda know what it ismuch experience, I use it regularlyI could use a refresher on what this is all about

Overall, how would you rate your ability to dock a boat in a marina with winds around 15-20 knots? *

no experience, I've avoided that situationsome experience, not very comfortable with thismuch experience, I am very capableit's been more than 3 yearsI'd like more instruction in this area

Crew Experience

Please list all crew - NAME / AGE / SAILING EXPERIENCE *

Final Exam

Dockside Briefing - All charterers, regardless of experience, will receive a dockside briefing of the vessel's systems and safety gear. This is intended as a familiarization, not instruction. Based on that, please answer the following questions:

Are you competent and confident to skipper the yacht you requested (without further training from a GLSC captain)? *

yesno

Would you prefer further training with a GLSC captain to ensure that you will be competent and comfortable with the boat you requested? *

yesno

After reviewing the "Docking and Harbor Handling Competency" requirements (link is below), how would you rate your skill level to perform those maneuvers? *

excellentgoodneed a refresher

Are you competent to deal with basic mechanical tasks, such as checking oil and monitoring engine performance and temperature? *

yesno

Have you had any marine insurance claims in the past 5 years? If so, please explain in the comments section. *

yesno

Comments regarding insurance claims

Request for Briefing Time & Instruction

Requesting Additional Instruction *

I'm requesting a full time captain - $275 day or $325 for each 24 hr/ periodI'm requesting a captain for up to 7 hrs (1 full day) after the standard briefing - $275I'm requesting a captain for up to 4 hours after the standard charter briefing - $175I'm requesting a quick refresher (up to 2 hrs) after the standard charter briefing - $100I do not need any further instruction after the standard briefing

Number of Days Requested for Captain

Please indicate what you would like to focus on for additional instruction:

Scheduling Your Briefing / Additional Instruction

Early Start - the day before your charter starts, any time between 2-4pm. Additional fee may applyRegular Start - the morning your charter starts, anytime between 9am-12noonI'll contact the office later about this

Signature

Please review the following documents. By submitting this application you agree that you have read, understand and agree with Great Lakes Sailing Co's Charter Policies, including Harbor Handling Competency and Cancellation Policy.

Docking and Harbor Handling Competency

Cancellation, Contracts & Charter Policies

I hereby declare that the information given above is true and accurate. I AGREE THAT IF I DO NOT DEMONSTRATE ADEQUATE SKILLS TO SAFEY AND COMPETENTLY OPERATE THE VESSEL ON MY OWN I MAY HAVE TO STAY AT THE DOCK UNTIL FURTHER INSTRUCTION CAN BE ARRANGED

I understand that if it is determined that the information/experience is untrue or greatly exaggerated, I will no longer be financially limited to just the damage deposit and will be responsible for the total sum of all damages per charter contract.

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