Charter Application - Sailboats

  • Charter Application - Sailboats

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Have you chartered with us before?*

  • 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 sailing 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. Also, understand the line loads that are on the hardware while under sail and if your crew is versed in handling these line loads and avoid misusing the hardware. 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 reefing sails in high wind situations. If you’re lacking this experience we can still make it happen with the right instruction and briefing.
      
    DAY SAILS – For day sails 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 Details

  • Preferred Start Date*
     - -
  • Preferred End Date*
     - -
  • Boat Requested (Multiple options can be selected)*

  • Note: A $2000 deposit is required to confirm boat and dates.

  • Skipper Experience

  • On Water Experience

    Starting with the most recent, explain your relevant boating background

  • Most Recent Sailing Experience:

  • Your Role*
  • Details*

  • Other Recent Relevant Sailing Experience:

  • Your Role
  • Details

  • Other Recent Relevant Sailing Experience:

  • Your Role
  • Details

  • Other Recent Relevant Sailing Experience:

  • Your Role
  • Details

  • 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

  • Experience Level*
  • Has it been more than 3 years?*
  • I'm requesting more instruction in this area*

  • Anchoring Overnight

  • Experience Level*
  • Has it been more than 3 years?*
  • I'm requesting more instruction in this area*

  • Reefing a Standard Mainsail

  • Experience Level*
  • Has it been more than 3 years?*
  • I'm requesting more instruction in this area*

  • Reefing a Furling (In Mast) Mainsail

  • Experience Level*
  • Has it been more than 3 years?*
  • I'm requesting more instruction in this area*

  • Utilizing Prop Walk When Docking

  • Experience Level*
  • Has it been more than 3 years?*
  • I'm requesting more instruction in this area*

  • Docking a Sailboat over 40ft in a marina

  • Experience Level*
  • Has it been more than 3 years?*
  • I'm requesting more instruction in this area*

  • Docking a Sailboat over 30ft in a marina

  • Experience Level*
  • Has it been more than 3 years?*
  • I'm requesting more instruction in this area*

  • Understanding the boat electrical panel

  • Experience Level*
  • Has it been more than 3 years?*
  • I'm requesting more instruction in this area*

  • Understanding the boats Systems

    Propane stove, water supply, toilet & refrigeration
  • Experience Level*
  • Has it been more than 3 years?*
  • I'm requesting more instruction in this area*

  • Charting a Course

  • Experience Level*
  • Has it been more than 3 years?*
  • I'm requesting more instruction in this area*

  • Knot Tying

  • Experience Level*
  • I'm requesting more instruction in this area*

  • Use of a Spring Line

  • Experience Level*
  • I 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?

  • Experience Level*
  • Has it been more than 3 years?*
  • I'm requesting more instruction in this area*

  • Crew Experience

    Please list all crew.

  • Crew Member 1:

    Name:*
    Age:   *   
    Sailing Experience: *
    Has it been more than 3 years?      *   

  • Crew Member 2:

    Name:
    Age:      
    Sailing Experience:
    Has it been more than 3 years?         

  • Crew Member 3:

    Name:
    Age:      
    Sailing Experience:
    Has it been more than 3 years?         

  • Crew Member 4:

    Name:
    Age:      
    Sailing Experience:
    Has it been more than 3 years?         

  • Last Page!

    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)?*
  • Would you prefer further training with a GLSC captain to ensure that you will be competent and comfortable with the boat you requested?*
  • After reviewing the "Docking and Harbor Handling Competency" requirements (link is below), how would you rate your skill level to perform those maneuvers?*
  • Are you competent to deal with basic mechanical tasks, such as checking oil and monitoring engine performance and temperature?*
  • Have you had any marine insurance claims in the past 5 years? If so, please explain in the comments section.*

  • Request for Briefing Time & Instruction

  • Requesting Additional Instruction*
  • Scheduling Your Briefing / Additional Instruction*

  • 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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