WATCH THIS VIDEO to learn everything you need to know to become a licensed USCG Yacht Captain!

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USCG Navigation Rules & Regulations Handbook (BUY THIS BOOK)
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USCG Captain Requirements (incl. sea time)
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USCG Merchant Mariner Information Center
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USCG Captains License Application form (Merchant Mariner)
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USCG Sea Service form (Merchant Mariner)
www.dco.uscg.mil/Portals/9/NM...
Gross Tonnage Calculation
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U.S. Maritime Academy (where I took the course):
www.usmaritime.us/captains
Boater Education Course (the one I took)
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@ToddBryantsr 2 жыл бұрын

If your electronics fail, you will need to know how to use a chart. Trust me!

@jandenapoli4477 Жыл бұрын

Or if the government/military needs to shut down GPS satellites for a variety of reasons. But definitely it’s a very important skill, I agree.

@user-xi6mh6lk6i Жыл бұрын

Hello everyone! Iam a new comer to usa originally from Morocco 🇲🇦.nice video thanks guys

@heartbroken715 Жыл бұрын

I use them anyway especially for planning trips. Also there are many "magnetic interfere " areas in the pnw that will mess with ur electronics and even a generic old compass u cant trust

@johnappleseed936 9 ай бұрын

@@heartbroken715if you’re staying within a couple hundred miles ok. if you’re traveling the world thats a lot of paper maps you need. and they get pricey

@MW-on1ft 8 ай бұрын

It's not a matter if your electronics fail but rather when they will fail, and they will fail.

@brucebenson5908 2 жыл бұрын

Holy smokes Elisabeth, this is one of the most organized and effective presentations I have seen in a long time. Spot on. Congratulations and yes, the captain's hat is definitely you.

@MikeyDee25 Жыл бұрын

Good job securing both classes of captain's licenses Captain! One thing regarding using a chart/s...never say never! You never know when you will need to use a chart due to unforeseen circumstances with nav/coms/electronic gear failure aboard a vessel. Also, if navigation/GPS satellite system failure occurs, you will be ahead of the curve knowing how to read charts and plot courses. 👍

@johnfaciane9603 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations and safe journeys! Even though you won't be using paper charts have you noticed even when you are using the electronic process some of the things you learned help explain why and how it's tracking you? Anyway proud of you and your husband for stepping into your adventure.

@j-maxfromor1895 2 жыл бұрын

Strongly agree that navigation plotting on paper charts is a necessary skill to maintain for emergencies, and also to understand your electronic plotter.

@grayharker6271 4 ай бұрын

On my way from Fl to Panama I lost my chart plotter. I had to go back to the old paper charts. Plotting from where I lost the GPS I plotted right to the break water entrance to the canal. Having a gps is great but don't forget to update your position periodically on paper!

@123turby 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Captain,may you always have fair winds and following seas.

@jeromefridmann6108 8 ай бұрын

All you have to do , put on the right hat and you are a boat Captain !!

@NickClare 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Elizabeth, congratulations on getting your Captains License. I've been following you from here in the UK and really enjoy your experiences in the seas around Washington. Here in the UK we have similar requirements for certification but they are not called a Captains certificate but rather a Day Skipper, Coastal Skipper or Yachtmaster (Offshore and Ocean) Certificate. We can also get an ICC which is an International Certificate of Competance (which is about the same level as a Day Skipper) However, in each case, we must take a practical exam on the water which takes 8 to 12 hours. In addition to the First Aid Certificate we must also have passed a Radio and GDMSS course and obtain the necessary licence. A word about paper charts, once I was sailing in the English Channel and my GPS failed (and so did my back up) luckily, as I had updated my log every hour, I was able to pull out my paper charts and navigate to port safely. Without having done the chartwork during the Yachtmaster course I would have been completely lost and a danger to myself and others - always have updated charts to hand. Anyway, keep up the good work, we really enjoy your videos and HAPPY SAILING :-)

@briand.4427 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Elisabeth and thanks for sharing all of the detail on getting a USCG license! Just completed my 200 ton upgrade and my wife is renewing and upgrading her license to the 100 ton. Having the license saved us on our insurance on our last boat, certainly enough to pay for the classes so it was worth the time & money. When our new boat arrived last December, three carriers wanted a full time captain aboard before they would cover us - that was a shock considering our boating experience and only going up another 10 feet from the last one. When we pressed them on what a full time Captain would have that we didn’t already have, they couldn’t come up with anything. Fortunately, we had a good broker who found a two carriers willing to take our “boating resume” and USCG licenses into account to provide coverage. Now the adventures begin!

@matthewsoto6027 2 жыл бұрын

Sean is now officially Gilligan

@majoroldladyakamom6948 2 жыл бұрын

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@TwelvePaws 2 жыл бұрын

Firstly, Congratulations Elizabeth While I realise its a personal preference, I still find paper charts better for the "bigger picture". Chart plotters (like Sat Nav) just give a limited area of view. Now while I'd not use a chart for my passage route, I'd use the plotter, but referring to the chart before hand can be a boon, and putting notes on the chart can be excellent for memories of places visited (or what to come back too) I like having my full size charts aboard (even though I have redundant electronic Nav) knowing that I could in an emergency plot my way out. All that said, I absolutely appreciate Elizabeth's comments about wanting to spend more time on practical deck skills and fire fighting than chart plotting etc.

@JohnSherman2 2 жыл бұрын

Plus you can read all the paper chart notes related to dates and notices and chart makers methods. The electronic chart may just be a raster scan of old chart that you must assess navigating risks. Know your paper charts first before reliance upon 100% chart plotter only navigation reliance.

@chrisco2004 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoy watching your videos. Landlocked MO man here but it is so cool to see your travels. I was in the Coast Guard back in the early 90's and I sure do miss being underway! But these videos give me a gimpse back in to my old sea life!! Thank you, fair winds and following seas!

@j-maxfromor1895 2 жыл бұрын

The best comment I heard for getting this license was you “don’t know what you don’t know.” Even though Shawn said he could teach you everything,I’m sure you found out that he hadn’t. So congrats on your good sense and hard study work.

@hughmyers2072 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on getting your Captains License! That is great & it helps ensure you have a good theoretical knowledge of boating. For the practical side you should take the helm of Freedom for a few voyages, including all dockings. Shawn can handle the lines. Or, if you think Shawn may blow a gasket perhaps find another experienced deckhand & practice with Freedom when Shawn is out of town.

@stevenrussell2483 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations well done very much needed , I have one question was the exasam open book, congratulations again. ,

@darbovision2672 2 жыл бұрын

A few months back I noticed the change in the introduction titles and congratulated you on becoming a Captain. Now I guess it's official so officially congratulations Captain Elizabeth! Please keep providing your content as I enjoy it so much!

@stephenmorgan3036 Жыл бұрын

You just don't know how helpful this video was for me. Absolutely answered so many question that I would have had to research on my own. Thanks a bunch.

@bibolton 2 жыл бұрын

When I did everything you did back in the early 90's the cost was only $ 687.00 in California. I'm now turning 73 and I stopped renewing about 15 years ago. (Health) Thanks for the memories!

@stinksterrekerinski4450 Жыл бұрын

I loved everything about your video. Just straight talk and wisdom.

@gregnunn1132 2 жыл бұрын

It is so awesome you got your 100 Ton Master license. It takes a lot of study and effort to pass the exam. GOOD JOB!!!

@grayharker6271 4 ай бұрын

I'm on my 5th renewal 100GT. The best thing I've ever done!

@mikebergsma4493 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly the video with all the answers I was looking for. Great job!

@mvfreedom 2 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear it!

@thomasw5430 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations 🍾🎊 🎉 Thank you for posting this. I always wondered how it went with the license as well as the process and the cost.

@johnclark1469 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations for your Captain certification- good info- and to your husband for having a great shipmate!

@walterhunter4011 Жыл бұрын

That was great you study and put the time in getting your captain license. I got my USCG chief engineer license 35 years ago because I worked in the oil industry. I am retried now 38 years in the oil industry. I been in just about every country and I love every bit of it. What I enjoyed was the people I met and their customs, the way they lived. So both of you go travel the world because it is beautiful and with beautiful people and you two will fit in just fine because you both rock !

@thommeyer6356 2 жыл бұрын

Rockin' that captains hat, Elizabeth...and congratulations on earning your OUPV, and Master 100 ton licenses! Nice job putting a lot of valuable information into this video. Happy cruising!

@Watercrake 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent, Elizabeth. You are a natural.

@BrianKilgoreCanada 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations, Elizabeth. --BAK--

@5VABrowns 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video. I have just ordered the Coast Guard book and am planning on getting my license in a few years. Congrats on your Credentials!

@ingolfurthorvaldsson7653 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations. You could also work as a TV person. You speak very clearly and present the material very thoroughly

@RoadhogRNA 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on your license!!! Great work!!

@howardoliver8469 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. Greetings from the Uk, I hold a RYA yacht master qualification, and a Board Of Trade Steering Ticket for ships of !00 Tons and over , ( 26yrs Merchant Navy ) Never say that Chart work is something you will never use, it is a great skill to have as Electronic Navigation can fail due to power failure, so always good to know how to navigate the old way. Well done on your pass.

@chasl3443 2 жыл бұрын

That was really interesting. I am strictly an armchair sailor these days, but it is interesting to follow your adventures and sail vicariously.

@stevemyers2092 2 жыл бұрын

good for you - you should have it if you are captaining the boat, which we have seen you do. Happy for you BOTH.

@Gold469 2 жыл бұрын

You're Awesome... Captain. Congratulations.

@collinsganson5115 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!

@AmazingBrando 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful breakdown!! thank you.

@chrisnguyen3647 Жыл бұрын

Thank you and super helpful 😊

@dangallagher8034 Жыл бұрын

Well done. You presented very well and your channel is top notch. Thank you very much Elizabeth.

@robhowen 2 жыл бұрын

I completed my 6-Pack training and exams through Mariners Learning Systems. I found this to be a good and effective learning environment. I completed it in Feb, but still need to do all of the documentation with the CG, medical, drug test, etc. Thanks for posting your experience and links to documents and references. Congratulations on your accomplishment!

@privatesecurityafrica4129 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations!

@kaylynn7441 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos! Congratulations on becoming a licensed captain!!

@tjbutler6388 2 жыл бұрын

Nice! Congratulations on your license. Thanks so much for your information presentation. Really well done.

@DanielSchiavone 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations. What a great accomplishment.

@jaylerman7864 2 жыл бұрын

Well done, Elizabeth!

@randyshipley1792 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! Very informative info,Thank you! Happy Boating Season!

@tmac709 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations Captain!

@ThoughtfulWander 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats!! Be safe keep having fun Freedom team!! 👍👍

@gregsnyder6153 Жыл бұрын

Exceptionally informative. Thank you. I discovered you a few weeks ago and have been binging on your videos since. As a former owner operator of a 38’ Bayliner, a 35’ Meridian and a 27’ GlacierBay cat, my interest is again raging. Your videos are supremely informative and entertaining as I marvel at Shawn’s skills and enjoy Your spirited shore excursions. I had no idea of Seattle’s and the Puget Sound’s wonder. Keep the videos coming. I will catch up and look forward to your future adventures. Greg Snyder in NJ

@j-maxfromor1895 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on your new Masters license. Ya done good. And as you know, this is just the start of practice what you learned, monitor and review Shawn’s and your performance, learn new stuff, and repeat for as long as you are on the water.

@edquier40 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats Elizabeth!

@edquier40 2 жыл бұрын

Oh, and another good guide is a "Chapmans"

@papa.mike01 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations. Job well done. I think the charting knowledge will give you a deep understanding what your electronic charting is doing behind the s scenes. It will also help you to understand when something just doesn’t seem right with your charting software. You have the skills to troubleshoot that system.

@johnlong4987 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on your achievement!! Currently working on getting my license too. I'm a 76' Nordhavn owner in Florida.

@rodwilliams2782 2 жыл бұрын

Your charting knowledge requirement reminds me of when I was getting my pilots certification.I am a retired airline F/E ( flight engineer) and the hoops we were required to go through (,knowledge of the E6B plotter was outdated as well etc ,

@doriswilson6972 2 жыл бұрын

My son just got his.He lives on a boat in Key West he is making great money congrats. We have lived on out boat for 4 years but we dont take it out any more. We have a small Sea fox to run around in. We live in the Saafrass River in Maryland

@chuckbecker4983 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting! I studied/got my Third Mate license in 1978 studying on my own. Plus Radar Observer via US Maritime Admin radar school at Fort Mason, SF, CA. Then Crawford's Nautical School for Second, & Chief Mate, then 7 modules for Master, AGT, Oceans. Your 100t license is a substantial document. After 30 yrs as Master, Oceans, Unlimited tonnage I put that document into "continuity" ... pray I never have to reactivate! Good on ya'!

@darrenhimmelspach5591 Жыл бұрын

My wife and I have just retired and are considering a boat your size or a little bigger for the next chapter in our lives. My question is... If it's only family and friends that ever board my vessel then do I really need a license at all? P.S. love your show and boat..

@robertparrish5542 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations. I am looking to get my license. And came across you. What grate chanel. Thanks for all the wonderful information and so well presented and professional and wonderfully helpful. Keep up the Grate work. Happy boating. 😀

@richardnye3469 2 жыл бұрын

Great job at getting your license! I've been toying with the idea myself so this was a really good video for me. We have a Selene 57 and may charter it someday which will require a license. Thanks for the great channel!

@bushyfly2 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting, thank you, I learned a lot today.

@cq7415 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed watching this very informative video. I love your pink/short-clipped finger nails. Thanks for sharing.

@garycotz563 Ай бұрын

Agree with all you said. Glad you did well!

@jonathanbrooks917 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice! Hope to be doing that soon my self.

@karlbass7895 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats Cap'n!

@mmahmoud6439 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very helpful

@sanantoniotonight5569 2 жыл бұрын

Well done, bravo!

@mikelauer8592 2 жыл бұрын

Elizabeth!! You are boss. Congratulations Captain, welcome to the fold. Love you guys

@Alien_Bigfoot_73 4 ай бұрын

Congratulations 🎉

@ryanh4889 2 жыл бұрын

Great information! Thank you.

@markleino8161 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats!!

@glennlepien473 2 жыл бұрын

Wow .. Congratulations, Elizabeth!!! Thanks for putting up this video too. So you got Endorsed for both 6-pac and the 100 Ton NC, I thought the 100ton NC would have included the scope of the 6-pac, but then again it's the class of "Inspected or UnInspected" vessels .. hmm, makes me think .. I got my 100ton in April20 and I just upgraded it to 200 Ton NC with Assistance Towing this May ... but at the time I'm still lacking a Boat .. Ha ha. Don't sell NOAA Charts short, there is a lot of information on a chart that is not always included in your plotter system. I too appreciate the fact that you have your license, I have 17 years sea duty and now a credential to prove I have the knowledge to go with it .. it's called Credibility .. again Congrats, Captain!

@westonbadke5434 2 жыл бұрын

With regards to licensing, Typically it’s in supplement to pre existing certification, if foreigner. You just have to prove you have a residency in US or Canada, and a commitment to a job locally. This goes for all Commonwealth countries. Paperwork 😉 US Jones Act: you can file for exemption.

@Sirena_Edonismo 2 жыл бұрын

Great information. I’m sure it will help a lot of people. The knowledge I gained getting mine was definitely worth it. Even if everyone doesn’t go through the entire process getting more than just the basic safety course should be on everyone’s to do list if you spend time on the water. I love that you take such an interest in everything you do. It’s an awesome quality to have. Shawn’s a lucky guy. Don’t let him forget it. lol

@N95787 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the great info . . . . FYI, if you have a TWIC Card this automatically gives you “backwards” approval for “TSA Pre-Check”. This way you can use both services in case you need them in the future. Best of luck!!

@joemurray9131 2 жыл бұрын

congrats happy sailing

@guymanges3628 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you guys...

@crruan1142 Жыл бұрын

I also have a bad case of credentialitis as u well put it. Well done, Captain! Thanks for the clear explanations and additional info. As for the course itself, it seems to have a series of foundational skills built into it and navigation is key. Hence the emphasis on Charting. Also, tech does fail and it is always good to have a knowledge of Charting in the event of a major tech issue, especially if one is responsible for other crew members. Thanks again‼️❤️👏

@hempa 2 ай бұрын

The same course in Sweden costs a total of $610, that includes an international license and a vhf license!

@dundas45 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Elizabeth, a great accomplishment. Don't underscore charting, you just never know when some satellites will get hacked.

@colbystensland2508 Жыл бұрын

Great information Thank you!!!

@bacondad6960 2 жыл бұрын

Great info! Thank you. The college I work at occasionally has a course teaching the 6-pack and 100-ton. I know some of the lake cruise captains here have done the courses. I may get into it someday.

@michaelhill7471 2 жыл бұрын

You legitimately have the right to wear the hat. I didn’t think I was going to watch the full video but you have such good “ spokesperson” skills and kept my full attention thru out.

@jimbaker8624 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. I think I will go for it.

@ictpilot Жыл бұрын

Just remind Shawn that he might be the Captain but you're the Admiral!

@2thelight 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, good stuff, you can captain my yacht anytime! Elizabeth. I think I will look into this lilscense. My last test was the power squadron seamanship test when I was twelve LOL. Dad said if you want to drive my boat ...pass the test. From dead ahead to 2 points abaft the starboard beam, that boat has the right of way, I think but that was 50 years ago. Best of luck

@TandemAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Right on! Good for you! My father always told me- "get your 100 ton license and you can go anywhere!" I ended up in the medical field, (now retired)...but have my Boater Safety Card! 🙂

@dennismaloney7241 4 ай бұрын

First go indebt for millions of dollars, then insure it. After doing that, remember that if you miss payments, the automatic bilge pump doesn't distinguish the difference between water or fuel. That's what the guy next to my dad's yacht did. Sadly, our family boat went with his: UP IN FLAMES!!!

@garysharpe4660 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations. Well done.😎😊😊😊

@sckirschstein 9 ай бұрын

Thanks so much. Very useful. The captain'ss cap would look absolutely gorgeous if you wear it some tilted ❤

@rhark25 4 ай бұрын

Exactly....a jaunty tilt is always best :)

@user-df1vg1mo5e 4 ай бұрын

Wahoo, congratulations 👍

@YarFreedago 2 жыл бұрын

Congradulations Captain

@seanhanlon5867 2 жыл бұрын

congratulations on your captains ticket 👏👏👊

@mikemoxley9477 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks

@jpmerrick8886 2 жыл бұрын

That's the loveliest yacht captain I've ever seen

@Colinpark 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats Captain and it was good idea for you to do it. Keep a log of how much time you spend underway, offshore and how far off as that time may be required if you want to get a larger ticket. In a Nordhavan, you really don't have to worry about Rule 6. Also you are now aware that True Virgins Make Dull Company :) In my Captains course, we had a guy from a fishboat, plot his route around the compass rose! For our electronic radar simulator, a fly got stuck in the plates and showed up as a moving target on our radars, causing us all to make quick course corrections to avoid it, much to the confusion of the instructor. In my day it was paper charts and grease pencils on the radar scope to track targets, not to mention learning about Loran C, Decca and the new fangled differential GPS. Only really big modern ships had Chart plotters at that point. Keep learning how to do stuff at sea and think about Power Squadron, their courses are cheap and can be quite good and fun way to learn how to use a sextant, both for sun,star sights and horizontal angles. Also it's good to keep a Col Regs handy and quiz each other when you see shapes, lights and vessel situations. It's the only way to keep it fresh in the mind.

@MrCanadiandad 2 жыл бұрын

Great job! You should be very proud and so should Shaun....you hear that Shaun??!! Be humble and grateful that your wife has taken such an interest in your hobby. I felt the same way when my wife decided to get her motorcycle license in order to ride with the rest of our family! She did a great job and loves to ride now! Time to get an 80+ ft boat now! ;-)

@billblendick9780 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video !

@scottpiette Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great information….

@nc8379 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video!!!!

@petesheppard1709 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! Good work!! Learning charting on paper is actually invaluable as it helps to understand what the electronic gadgets are doing for you. Also, you may want to go old school sometime for the variety and challenge. LAST THING: If the electronics go down, you will have more of a clue about what to do, even if you don't have a chart handy.