Owner Training
Colors, Shapes and Navigation
Just saw a TV report on red/green color blind concerns during the recent NY Jets vs Buffalo Bills football game. So how does this relate to navigation? […]
Cruising 101
Delivery
Mainship 400 Crossing Lake Okeechobee
Amazing how different the middle of Florida is from the coast lines. Check out these photos as we cross the Okeechobee Waterway with new owners of a beautiful Mainship 400. […]
Owner Training
Training Aboard a Selene 53
Scott and Kathy purchased their dreamboat and asked us to help them transition from their sailing experiences on Long Island Sound to a larger vessel with many more systems aboard. We first met this delightful couple at Trawler Fest Fort Lauderdale when they purchased their boat and when they were ready to begin their adventure they called on Captain Chris Yacht Services to help Build Cruising Confidence As A Couple.
Owner Training
Wind, Rain, Fog, Sunshine: Winter Solstice on the Waterways of Florida
Dave & Nancy are looking for their next adventure. This world traveling couple considered adding cruising to their list of life’s possibilities and we’re about to show them the ropes… […]
Seminars
How To Tie A Bowline Knot
Misty Moose learns why a bowline is an essential knot aboard a trawler. […]
Consulting
Anchor Chain – Be Patriotic As You Measure and Mark
Ever wonder how much chain you really have out? Wonder no more! Captain Chris shows you how easy it is to mark your anchor chain with a Red, White and Blue color scheme every 25 feet. Need 100 feet? You’ll see Yellow/Gold as it comes out of the chain locker. Each photo below has a descriptive caption that allows you to follow along. […]
Owner Training
AGLCA Loopers Begin Their Adventure Aboard A DeFever 47 POC
Dreaming about doing the Loop? Is your dream giving you nightsweats… with more systems and more boat than you thought it would be? With Captain Chris Yacht Services you’ll wake up to a bright new sunny day aboard your DREAM BOAT. Our specialty is teaching new owners all about their new yacht – docking techniques, learning about on board marine systems and getting you comfortable caring for everything in your engine room space. […]
Galley Recipes
Earthquake Cake
This is a most amazing cake. Chris’ mother, Janette gave us this easy recipe after she made one for us. On a boat you might be concerned about baking since you can rock and roll from wakes or weather. No worries here…It’s a crowd pleaser and is fun to share with guests. Make the cream cheese icing first and don’t worry about the calories! […]