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since Dec 2018
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Owner - never or rarely aboard
SY - Sailing Yacht, 12.5 m (41 ft), sail, monohull

Availability ready now

Embark (Boarding)
ready now to embark anytime
Duration
preferably for at least 6 months and for less than 7 months
Disembark
flexible, no specific date

Locations

 Boarding location
United States - Maryland - visible to Crew members only
Your boarding area is ? within this vessel's boarding location
and the Crew is preferably within 100 nm • 185 km • 115 mi
Your current location is around ? away from this location
 Destination planned to take the vessel next
United States - same as boarding location
 My current location where I'm in person
United States - same as boarding location
 Home Port (unregistered vessel)
United States - Maryland - visible to Premium Crew

Vessel

L5   native
speaking natively like a local without a noticeable foreign accent
L4   fluent
speaking fluently with an extensive vocabulary, but with a foreign accent
L3   competent
speaking competently with a solid vocabulary on almost any topic
L2   elementary
speaking enough to get by, but may get lost in a conversation
L1   learning
not speaking the language, but learned enough to say simple sentences
L0   not proficient
may know a few words, but cannot form sentences or ask questions
Languages spoken aboard
native English
Vessel type, make and model
SY Sailing Yacht, not specified
Vessel year
1926 built, and most recent major refit completed in 2019
Vessel main propulsion
sail
Vessel hull type
monohull
Vessel length
12.5 metres (41 ft)
Vessel weight (displacement)
16 tonnes (35,280 lb)
Crew & guests aboard
usually 8 people aboard
Journey
day/weekend trips

Crew

Team request
position for individuals only
Nationality of crew
only any North American Nationals
Gender of crew
anyone
Age of crew
preferably under 70 years of age
Height of crew
any
Weight of crew
preferably weighs at least 65 kg / 143 lb

Lifestyle

Eating
Anyone and aboard any or no specific diet is fine
Drinking
Anyone and aboard any or no drinking is fine
Smoking
Only strict non-smokers and aboard there is strictly no smoking

Experience

Coastal/Ocean sea time
none required
Coastal/Ocean sea miles
none required

Position

Professional    paid positions, experience and/or qualifications are usually required

positions available
preferably for
 Crew   any experience
paid
- visible to Free & Premium members only
crew is paid for work

Dear Shipmates

Introduction

two positions: Deck Hand - no experience needed
also: US Coast Guard Capt OUPV position available for our 2025 sailing season
Operating Mid-April until the end of Oct, 2025

Are You Passionate About Sailing and Customer Engagement? Join Our Crew!

Do you thrive on interacting with people and have a friendly, outgoing personality? We’re looking for enthusiastic Captains & Crew Members to join our vibrant sailing tour operation on the picturesque Chesapeake Bay in St. Michaels, MD.

About the Role:

Location: St. Michaels, MD
Vessel: A beautifully restored 1926 historic catboat, meticulously maintained for an unforgettable sailing experience.
Tour Capacity: Up to six passengers
Experience: Familiarity with gaff rigging is a plus but not required.

If you’re excited about sailing and eager to provide exceptional experiences for our guests, we want to hear from you!

How to Apply:

Send us a message with a brief introduction about yourself, why this position appeals to you, and what makes you a great fit for our team.

Come sail with us and be part of creating memorable adventures on the Chesapeake Bay!

About the boat, the plans, and current crew

comfortableimmaculatevery safevessel is survey certifiedfulfill a dreamface challenges

The boat is a 1926 historic yacht 44' long gaff rigged sloop, the largest surviving of any of the cat boats (not catamaran) built so she is roomy & stable. If you have a need for speed this is not your gig. If you like beautifully restored mahogany & polished bronze you are going to love this opportunity to sail the Miles river off the Chesapeake Bay. Pay is competitive.

What is expected of the crew

clean & tidycommitteddiligentdiscreeteasy-goingenthusiasticfit & healthyfriendlyorganisedrespectfultrustworthyrarely/unlikely seasickgood listenergood communicatorno body piercingsno facial piercingseager to learn & workpoliteLGBTIQA+ respectfulpositive outlookopen mindedsense of humordon't mind cleaningcan follow orderswill not bring a friendwill not bring a pet

For the mate position No experience needed, just a love of the area and enjoy working with people. We are known for our customer service so a smile and friendly disposition is a must. The job is hard work but rewarding. Some of our crew have been with us 15 years. Position runs April to Oct but start and end dates are flexible,. Sun-Tues/Sun-Wednesday alternating weeks preferred schedule, but that is flexible too.

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