HOW TO GET YOUR CAPTAINS LICENSE 👨🏻‍✈️👩🏼‍✈️ Gale Force Twins

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It's pretty often that we receive messages from people asking the question "How did you get your captains license?" We put together this step by step video guide to help anyone that is curious to know exactly what it takes to become a captain! If you have any other questions please leave them in the comments so we can make more videos on this topic in the future.
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RESOURCES
Maritime Schools:
Florida Keys, FL: thebestofkeywest.com
Fort Lauderdale, FL: MPTUSA.com
Stuart, FL: www.chapman.org
Extra courses:
D-Dey Emergency Life Saving Course: d-dey.com
Fire and CPR training (also done at MPT): www.mptusa.com/stcw-courses.cfm
Requirements:
1) Sea Time
2) TWIC Card
3) CPR Certification
4) Medical Card/Pass Physical/Drug Test
5) Pass Written Exam
6) FWC Charter Fishing License (only necessary for future charter fishing captains)
We have attended all of the above sea schools and courses mentioned. We are giving these resources to anyone that is interested in getting their captains license. These are NOT paid advertisements. We simply want to spread the knowledge and hopefully make it easier for future captains that are looking to start their careers!

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@markbird3799 3 жыл бұрын

Love them. Any dad would be proud of such fine young women.

@evanauster6718 3 жыл бұрын

And Mom!

@jeremysmith9694 2 жыл бұрын

@@evanauster6718 and aunt!

@chankanyy924 2 жыл бұрын

And brother

@MaxLYoungblood 3 жыл бұрын

I grew up in the USVI in the 70`s, lived in St John and the High School I went to was on St Thomas, Volunteered to work on the ferry boats after school . When I graduated in 78, I had my sea time to get a 100 ton 100 pas Masters license it was called an Ocean Operators License back then, I worked in the industry for about 5 years, drove ferry boats, Dive boats, Crew boats, Charter boats, best money was made delivering boats from VI to St Martin, no cell phones or GPS in those days, Hurricane sitting boats in Hurricane Holes, but the best bang for buck was Officiating a wedding in re moat places by boat and doing a little Photography

@paulb4276 3 жыл бұрын

Way to go. I take my hat off to you two. Pretty gutsy to go into this business. I am very impressed! You two will be successful in whatever you decide to do. Congrats!!

@davidbeem184 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Alot of work, I have to admire you two for being so dedicated. Great job you would make any father proud.

@GNeill21 3 жыл бұрын

Just Subbed. Thanks for the vids! I've learned a lot and really appreciate it!

@rudyhdez1212 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your experience, I'm in Captain license process now.

@reddmoto 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that info. I've always been interested in the Captains License and saw a bazillion videos on it. Not as detailed or fun as yours. You guys are badass.....keep up the good work. 👍

@marktroy66 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Ive said for several years now that i wanted to get my Captains license but this explained the process quite well.

@donaldmccabe7711 3 жыл бұрын

Yes they are strong and smart and great personalities, they will do well on the water. Keep up the good work Gale Force Twins

@janpavelkovar2248 3 жыл бұрын

I can't wait sounds great! The only thing holding me back is sea time- I recommend Wilderness First Aid and the advanced courses for first aid specifically for boating too. Having a first aid kit with blood clotting agent and other things very important.

@rjwintl 3 жыл бұрын

Impressed !!! ... you two did the time and the got the necessary experience doing multiple jobs at a very young age !!! ... Aye, aye , Captains !!!

@davidharris9439 3 жыл бұрын

You guys ( girls) ROCK! the USCG does not give those licenses away, I understand the work you put in. I have my Chief Engineers License. I worked my way up through the engine room. I remember the first time I sailed as Chief my nerves were crazy, even after 17yr working aboard ship. When I went to the Gulf on a dive support vessel (gas and oil industry) was an eye opening experience to say the least. Anyway I'm following yawl and enjoying your videos. (22 Shearwater CC, 250 Yamaha HPDI), East Central Fla. Inter coastal and St. Johns River.

@deeday3187 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. I want to get back into the industry so bad it’s been a dream of mines for too long. This video helped me really understand the steps thanks. 😊

@DW-qs5pp 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video. It’s gonna help a lot. I appreciate it👍👍😀

@robertovelez209 7 ай бұрын

Got in to boating because you guys and all your information on boat stuff lov watching your channel keep up the good work 👏

@leeandrobyn 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. This was very helpful and informative!

@gopalshrestha2960 2 жыл бұрын

What an intelligent and smart girl . You made your parents proud . Would like my two daughters to follow your path . God bless you always

@terrysouthard2417 4 жыл бұрын

Great job. Thanks

@juancruzlopez1748 3 жыл бұрын

Great explanation girls. Congrats Captns... Love the way you made it so simple to explain

@francisdrelling4060 Жыл бұрын

You two put out great videos. I see you having your own training company-school one day. Great job. FD

@CaptainZZ700 3 жыл бұрын

very informative information thanks for sharing - I never knew how a person received theirs Captains Lic.

@DM-tf6mk 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and very informative!

@timharrington9994 3 жыл бұрын

Was looking for info on captain's licenses a few weeks ago and this one popped up. Very helpful. Haven't gone through all of your other content, but I've enjoyed the instructional videos the most. There's a zillion fishing videos out there (which I know will always be the draw), but enjoy the instructional vids and others where you explore the various locals of southern florida. Keep up the great work!

@GaleForceTwins 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! We are so glad you find our videos helpful!

@jimhutchinson6912 3 жыл бұрын

Ditto Mark, amazing young ladies!

@andressoliven3225 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info!!!

@eithtonbryan2164 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info stay safe gale twins

@kentharrisgeorgia Жыл бұрын

I just completed my scuba certification and now I am looking to get my captains certification. Good information. Thanks.

@johnstange7878 6 ай бұрын

Love my fellow Captains. Congratulations girls.

@MattsMissionMarine 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome very informative Video! Thank you

@rem700longunner 4 жыл бұрын

Great info and format. You organized and presented it very well. Keep up the great content!

@GaleForceTwins 4 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

@MiamiBroChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. Very informative and I love how you both collaborate with explaining everything very well. You both are natural twins just as expected you even finish your sentences 😜 super cute. I’m interested in getting started myself and getting my captain’s license so this information was very helpful. Question though...how long did the entire process take and about how much money did it cost? I’d appreciate your response. Thank you 😊

@markheselden438 2 жыл бұрын

Good job..thanks for this.

@willw.5506 4 жыл бұрын

This video was so helpful, thanks!

@GaleForceTwins 4 жыл бұрын

So glad!! Thank you!

@redfishradical 4 жыл бұрын

I've always known you guys have an insane work ethic, but LOVE all of these behind the scenes vids showing how you've gotten where you are, what you had to do to accomplish this, and with this one, exactly what went in to getting your licenses! Collegiate athletes, fantastic students, then the deep dive into guiding/chartering. Man you two never-EVER-fail to totally impress & inspire! This is why you've been my favorite facebook page since it started and youtube page!

@GaleForceTwins 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and following 😊

@Kellyjoseph49 7 ай бұрын

@@GaleForceTwinsHi,I enjoy watching your videos which are very informative.I'm planning on doing recreational boating with friends,and family members.Is boating education card enough to be able to do that?

@pnpou812 3 жыл бұрын

Wow Congratulations on you achievements Good Job Great Information

@scarpadog155 3 жыл бұрын

Good show. that about sums it up......road map.

@tiespunkU 3 жыл бұрын

great info!

@AstronautOtto Жыл бұрын

super helpful!

@black1rover 4 жыл бұрын

Great info!! Thank you

@GaleForceTwins 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad it was helpful!

@MJ-dg6xn 4 жыл бұрын

Great job explaining the process for getting your Captains License. I will be re-instating my licenses in a few years, hopefully in Florida, so this was a great overview of all the required steps.

@SPLANDSCAPE 4 жыл бұрын

Hey loved the video it was very helpful thank you

@GaleForceTwins 4 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! I’m glad it was helpful

@romewasnotbuiltinaday 2 жыл бұрын

I got my CG master's license back in the 80's to drive a launch taking 20 people at a time out to their boats. My "sea time" was just recreational sea time growing up boating.

@Vincenj1 3 жыл бұрын

Great explanation

@jeffduring1 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic presentation. Actually all the videos I’ve seen have been very well done!!!!!

@GaleForceTwins 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Welcome to our channel 😊

@johnadan3509 3 жыл бұрын

thank you 🙏

@justinfife19 3 жыл бұрын

Any tips or suggestions on studying the courses and taking the test? What methods you used that helped you get through it? Thank you ladies so much for this info, I’m starting my course this September.

@glennlepien473 3 жыл бұрын

That was an excellent overview of the process, Ladies' .. but you can, if you have the Sea Time, go directly to a Master license without a Six-Pac. Thanks again for a great video. R/ Glenn L / 100ton Master. Press On, Girls!

@FrankZambaras 3 жыл бұрын

Great channel, captains! I believe the USCG counts a day as UNDERWAY for a minimum of 4 hours so time working on a boat tied to a dock will not count toward sea time. Also there is no requirement to get your 6-Pack / OUPV before getting your masters. If you have the sea time there's nothing preventing you from going straight for the masters. It's inspiring to see young women making a living on the water. Keep the great content coming!

@ianrkav Жыл бұрын

That answered a little question I had. Cheers:-)

@andrecandrade 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Tks

@AnchorDownBoat 3 жыл бұрын

Oh man I went through fire school and I bet you two had a blast putting out some fires 🔥 !!!!

@TheFalconJetDriver 3 жыл бұрын

I bet they have started a few fires too! In men and boys hearts!🤣🛫

@southflwildadventures 3 жыл бұрын

Hello ladies, I wanted to send you a quick message. I find both of you very interesting. I've watching your video the past couple days. Guess it's like bingeing on Netflix. You have a lot of well described information and I have to tell you I've watched plenty of KZfaq videos on fishing. I have learned a lot of different fishing methods and tips that I will put into my own practice. I been home for the past 4 year after getting hurt at Walgreens and then major back surgery. So that's hobbled me a little more then I expected. I will buy a boat when everything settles down. I really want to thank you for these videos. You both are so talented and please keep it up. There's a place for you in this industry. Need more young kids and women getting involved in fishing. Tight lines! Shawn Fort Lauderdale

@antoniojosecoelho4432 3 жыл бұрын

From Amazonas, Brasil, muito bom, boa Sorte, Parabéns! Bjs!!

@NYHalfassprepper Жыл бұрын

NY Tug captain checking here. To be captain on a tug you need a license called Master of Towing Vessels which is not related to tonnage. You get this by getting seatime on a towing vessel, at 18 months you can take or sit for the Apprentice Mate Steersman exam, once you pass you advance to master with seatime only.

@alexlassila4090 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome thank you. It was very helpful.

@GaleForceTwins 4 жыл бұрын

That’s great!! Thank you!

@GaleForceTwins 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!!

@frankpuleo2009 Жыл бұрын

Hi Emily and Amanda! Love the videos!! I’m considering getting my license, I was wondering what online course did you all use?? I’m located in Stuart Florida. Thanks for the input Frank

@TheCruiseTravelers 2 жыл бұрын

great job

@beaulster 3 жыл бұрын

This is great!, what’s the best way to log your sea time?

@justinfife19 3 жыл бұрын

Also wanted to know how to log my sea time and how to I prove my sea time to the USCG from when I was younger if I never logged it.

@bradward9164 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on getting your captains license

@rastapastab0iii 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Did you guys film this at Blue Hole? lol, a great place

@kenprevatt1267 3 жыл бұрын

Tim B at sea maybe he tows oil and or fuel barges up in NY harbor. Really cool guy

@markb5009 3 жыл бұрын

I’m looking to getting my Captain’s License and eventually chartering. I’m curious about the insurance requirements and costs?

@zoubillama1603 Жыл бұрын

I just watched a tug boat towing a barge in the Hudson River! What are the odds!

@respthep1 2 жыл бұрын

I was in the merchant marine!

@rozawadzki 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks guys! Question: what can drive with a Florida safe boating certificate? Only jet ski?

@etc-and-more 3 жыл бұрын

Nice explanation of the process, I think most people know about the sea time and the test but not all the stuff in the middle. Great to have a captain's license if you are actually going to take people out on the water for money but from what I hear it isn't something you necessarily want to have if you just take out your boat recreationally since if an accident between a vessel operated by a captain and a vessel operated by a non-captain took place the captain would be held to a much higher level of responsibility. I know it is cheating but that is the way the real world operates. I'm happy reading up and watching videos so that I operate as safely and responsibly as possible.

@lunam08ify 2 ай бұрын

I was getting sea time while working Offshore on drilling rig.

@xxkfpxx 3 жыл бұрын

So start to finish , how long did it take you to complete your sea time , pass all the courses , and the exam so you could captain your own vessel?

@ronnyponce3796 2 жыл бұрын

@scripteaze piss off, nobody cares for your Opinion. They made the video and gave you info and you’re gonna act like dick. Nice

@iLoveBoysandBerries 2 жыл бұрын

@Mr Unimportant you're unimportant...it's in your name

@operationtruth288 3 жыл бұрын

How old is your boat? Can you do a video about your boat? How you book your charters?

@Rick_Sanchez_C137_ 3 жыл бұрын

Your TWIC card looks a lot like my Army ID, including the gold chip.

@XEvolutionXXX Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I find your video very informative. First I was watching "Boat Crashes" on KZfaq then it got me to wonder how much does a boat cost (that's where I found your video). Later I decided to check out your channel to see what's your channel is about. This video captured my interest due to the title "Captain License", I didn't know that you need a license to drive a boat but it does make sense. If you need a license to drive a car then yeah it would make sense for you to get a license for a boat too. So how long does it take for you girls to get your license? I hope it doesn't take 5 to 10 years to get a Captain license, I mean what if I die on the 6 year (then all my hard work would be for nothing). I think it would be faster to hire a Captain instead of being a Captain. Now I saw people catch black tip shark and cook/eat it for their KZfaq channel. I want to do something bigger on my new channel, I want to catch and eat a great white shark on my channel. What do you girls think?

@TJ-td3fb 2 жыл бұрын

Let me start by saying your channel it is outstanding tons of great information,Question I have driven boats nearly my whole life 55 now and have a 325 Everglades in the ocean about four times a month for at least 3 years .Question what is the meaning of sea time .and to get a six pack license do I need to go back and figure out all the days I was out at sea fishing and write down in a book or does this need to be overseen by someone. what about all the times I went bottom fishing by myself .Thanks for the info thinking the six pack license.

@vafangul5716 4 жыл бұрын

I could listen to you two talk all day. Thank you for the information. Can you log solo sea time on your own boat, or do you have to be on a boat with a certified captain to log hours towards your sea time?

@GaleForceTwins 4 жыл бұрын

Great question! There’s no reason you can’t log solo time, especially if it’s your own boat

@capt.justinwhaley-jwfishin6896 2 жыл бұрын

If you’ve had a boat registered in your name for 3-5 years it’s pretty simple to log your time saying you fish 4+ days a month for the last 5 years

@DM-tf6mk 2 жыл бұрын

@@capt.justinwhaley-jwfishin6896 A question I had and the answer I was looking for. Thanks! Happy Fishing!

@robertwright3302 3 жыл бұрын

How did you get a 50 ton? Where or what large vessel of that size did you assist on?

@CarieSaad Жыл бұрын

In high school (back in the early 90's) I took a boating course (through the Schriner's) to get college credit. I still have the certificate. Lol.

@dragsmoothfishingtv635 Жыл бұрын

I wanted to really pay attention so I can get my license, but I was not able to keep my eyes off both beautiful ladies. Your boyfriends and husbands will be extremely lucky 🍀 to have such life partners and hopefully they enjoy the same hobbies as well. Next time I watch this video I will cover my eyes 👀 so I can just listen 👂, I have big ears 👂 lol 😂 and this is good 👍 information. I have my boaters card that’s required here in California, but I want to get my captains license so I can make some money on the side to pay for my fishing 🎣 expenses 😎🇺🇸🥳🎣

@sailingeden9866 3 жыл бұрын

Easiest way to get sea time is to buy a boat and keep a log of how much you use it. Counting sea time is on the honor system.

@cprtraining Ай бұрын

nice video- just to add to it, CPR courses are not all American Heart Association certified. I found Paradise CPR Training in Edgewater FL and they got me the correct cards for the coast guard. ( USCG ) they did not accept the online cousrse I took so I did it again.

@adventureguy4119 Жыл бұрын

Man i want this, I live 170 miles inland but at the dock the mariners where not from costal areas anyway company flies them all around

@fritzsalander6361 3 жыл бұрын

I dream about working for a charter service or fishing company here in Oregon or alaska but I have kiddos so I have to wait.

@bradleyrupska4988 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this information!! I am planning on getting my captains license soon!! We just moved down here a couple years ago in the St. Petersburg area!! My dream is to take disabled veterans fishing free of charge to them and their family members!! I am very close to retirement myself as a union electrician. We have a 24 foot boat now but want a bigger boat to go out farther in the Gulf!! I am also a disabled veteran. I really want to get my six pack license!! Thank you so much for your information!!!

@amoshopson7923 3 жыл бұрын

I am a disabled veteran and I love your idea. I'd still throw money at you for taking me and my family to fish. We should exchange information I'd love to see where your at with getting your license because I would love to get mine.

@amoshopson7923 3 жыл бұрын

I emailed you. You might want to remove that before a bunch of KZfaq trolls start emailing you

@lbank4526 3 жыл бұрын

Didnt you guys work for Fish Monster? I remember him mentioning you two a long time ago

@tishbrett 3 жыл бұрын

In the old days a 6 pack licence was when you gave the instructor a 6 pack (6 beers) and he wrote you a licence 😂😜👍

@mcervi 3 жыл бұрын

I thought it was when you told boating stories over a 6-pack.

@bradwilliams5242 Жыл бұрын

Kind of like trucking used to be

@danwoodward3786 9 ай бұрын

Ain't that the truth man all these new regulations and rules it's all about the dollar dollar dollar now it's ridiculous

@ackack612 3 ай бұрын

Can't fix stupid.

@dianeassell6530 Жыл бұрын

I was wondering about the beaches, shopping, what do you need to go fishing there as in licensing and limits, is there a reef there to snorkel, can you dock a liveaboard at the hilton? what kind of rates do they charge?

@garyhendrie7496 3 жыл бұрын

You two have to do a collaboration with moving weight fishing. Pretty please😚😂😂😂

@garyritzke6493 2 жыл бұрын

Gail and Amanda their is a new course for anyone born after 1988. It’s called NASBLA. This is to CERTIFY the contents of this course are approved by the STATE OF FLORIDA, the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STATE BOATING LAW ADMINISTRATORS and recognized by the U.S. COAST GUARD

@buddyprice7541 2 жыл бұрын

Anything y'all wish you would have known before you took the test? Study guides etc...? Going for my 6 pack license in February. TY in advance!

@NYGOLD 2 жыл бұрын

How do you prove your sea time? Do you have a log book that the captain signs or something?

@iversondelanuez1629 3 жыл бұрын

hey, quick question. how do you correctly log your sea time? whats the best way to log your hours?

@topdedge1117 3 жыл бұрын

I think it’s 6 hours= 1 day or something around there and then if it’s your own boat it by the onset system but if your went with some one else you have to get them to prove that you went on that day

@stevebaumann8359 3 жыл бұрын

Did you guys film this one at the Blue hole. Maybe I should call it the "Not so Blue hole" since Irma we through.

@jamiecoxe7327 Жыл бұрын

Wish there was more information on how to log sea time. Does someone signoff on each log, does owning your own boat account for sea time, etc?

@haysen8904 4 жыл бұрын

Hey hellow from Costa Rica! got a question could you give an average of how much you spend in the whole process?

@GaleForceTwins 4 жыл бұрын

www.mptusa.com check this link out or give them a call!! They are very helpful!

@sebastiangenter5502 Ай бұрын

You don’t need to get a six pack first. You can go straight into the Masters if you have the sea time. This works mainly for Yachting or commercial guys

@sfjwr 2 жыл бұрын

How is your sea time properly kept track of? Also for CPR do you have to re-certify after a certain time? I received CLS training while in the army.. can I just show my certificate?

@timbailes8091 3 жыл бұрын

Ouch, Hi Ladies, you don't have to start with a Six Pak and the easiest way for most people is to volunteer as a deck hand and the owner of the vessel can sign off hours/days, there are formats for that. And you can smile when having your picture taken for TWIC with btw is a big time background check which is one of two as you will receive another one with the USCG that usually takes more than a year after you receive your lic. I find your videos good and informative but as I noted on the other video accurate information with correct terminology is a must. It almost looks like you are winging it on some of these, and that's a bad idea. Consider getting a copy of: The American Practical Navigator (colloquially often referred to as ). This will help you. Good luck