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Invest in your boating education with countless educational opportunities.
Allowing first-time sailors to learn the basics and experience the joy of sailing in a 45-minute classroom session followed by 90 minutes on the water with American Sailing Association.
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Delivering a curriculum that addresses a complete range of cruising topics for all levels and experience to help prepare boaters to live aboard a boat and begin their boating adventures with confidence.
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SOLD OUT - This highly sought after class offers relevant and practical training for the largest and more remote wilderness on earth. The course emphasizes the understanding of body systems and principles of care to prepare for challenges on the open sea.
The Show will feature daily seminars presented by show partners. Seminars are free for all attendees to enjoy. See the full schedule below.
Seminar Schedule
* Additional seminars will be added as they are confirmed
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1:00pm - 2:00pm Sailmaking 101
Explore the process of creating a modern cruising sail and understand why it matters.
Presented By: Austin Powers & Madeline Baldridge of North Sails
The seminar will be held at the ACY Business Yacht Ownership Seminar Tent on Dock F1.3:00pm - 4:00pm Offwind Sail Selection
Learn how different offwind sails unlock the true potential of your boat’s performance
Presented By: Max Vinocur & Madeline Baldridge of North Sails
The seminar will be held at the ACY Business Yacht Ownership Seminar Tent on Dock F1. -
10:30am-11:30am Charter in Thailand
Your Guide to Chartering in three sailing destinations in Thailand: Phuket, Koh
Chang and Koh Samui.
Presented by: Group Island SpiritSeminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-2
11:00am-12:00pm Docking De-stressed
Is docking your vessel causing you stress and anxiety? Let the captains from the Annapolis School of Seamanship show you the ropes, tricks, and tech- niques to make docking easy.
Presented by:ASOS
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-1
11:00am - 12:00pm Sailmaking 101
Explore the process of creating a modern cruising sail and understand why it matters.
Presented By: Austin Powers & Madeline Baldridge of North Sails
The seminar will be held at the ACY Business Yacht Ownership Seminar Tent on Dock F1.11:30am-12:30pm Chartering in the British Virgin Islands
The British Virgin Islands is a collection of beautiful destinations, each uniquely sought after, and there is no better way to experience them than from your personal, luxury yacht. Join Voyage Charters BVI for a tour of this exotic archi- pelago, and a how-to guide on exploring them for yourself!
Presented by: Voyage Charters
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room- 2
12:00pm-1:00pm Weather To Go
You don’t need to be a weatherman to know which way the wind blows. You just need to know how to find out what’s going to happen and how to make good decisions. This seminar covers everything from apps to passage planning to heavy weather tactics.
Presented by: ASOS
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-1
12:30pm-1:30pm Sailing the Seychelles
Explore this amazing archipelago in the Indian Ocean. Home to remote pris- tine beaches, coral reefs and nature reserves. The Seychelles is a playground for lovers of the ocean and a treasure trove for sailors! Join Group Island Spirit for your guide to chartering in the Seychelles.
Presented by: Group Island Spirit
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-2
1:00pm-2:00pm Diesel Basics
The Marine Diesel Basics seminar is a must for anyone who has or is thinking about owning a boat with a diesel engine. Annapolis School of Seamanship covers basic principles and operation of the marine diesel engine.
Presented by: ASOS
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-1
1:30pm-2:30pm Captain & Friends
Having a captain’s license offers you adventurous career opportunities. Captain Boomies and her captain friends discuss their wildly different floating careers.
Presented by: Captain Boomies
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-2
2:00pm-3:00pm Electrical Power Management
With all the gear and gadgets on a modern sailboat, managing your electrical system is the key to keeping everything working while you’re away from the dock. Bob Campbell, of Marine Electric Systems, explains how to balance your battery capacity, charging sources and loads while cruising.
Presented by: Bob Campbell
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-1
2:30pm-3:30pm Cruising the Chesapeake
The Chesapeake Bay is one of the most amazing estuaries on planet earth. You can cruise to big cities and small ports of call, often in the same day. Each locale has a different history and culture to be explored and its all close by. Join the former publisher of Chesapeake Bay Magazine for a tour of the best places to visit.
Presented by: Chesapeake Bay Magazine
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-2
3:00pm-4:00pm How to Get Your Captain’s License
USCG requirements for sea time, physicals, applications, and examinations, can make getting a captain’s license seem daunting. Annapolis School of Seamanship’s captains will discuss the ins and outs of becoming a licensed captain.
Presented by: ASOS
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-1
4:00pm-5:00pm Boat Systems
Modern cruising sailboats offer the comforts and conveniences of life ashore. Keeping all these systems operating requires knowledge of each system, and how they integrate. Join the experts from Annapolis School of Seamanship for an overview of the systems aboard your boat from plumbing refrigeration and the electrical system that makes it all possible.
Presented by:ASOS
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-1
4:00Pm-5:00pm Boat Drinks!
Learn the secret Boat Drink recipes from Saint Somewhere. Seasoned sailors and Caribbean connoisseurs will show you how to mix it, shake it, blend it and serve it.
Presented by: Pusser’s Caribbean Grille
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-2
4:30pm - 5:00pm Offwind Sail Selection
Learn how different offwind sails unlock the true potential of your boat’s performance
Presented By: Max Vinocur & Madeline Baldridge of North Sails
The seminar will be held at the ACY Business Yacht Ownership Seminar Tent on Dock F1. -
10:30am-11:30am Annapolis to Bermuda Race
2024 will mark the 23rd running of the Mustang Survival Annapolis to Bermuda Race. This 753-nautical mile race presents sailors with the opportu- nity to make a blue water passage while participating in an organized event that promotes friendly competition. Join race veterans and organizers for an overview of how to participate.
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-2
11:00am-12:00pm Anchoring, The Art of Staying Put
Anchoring is an art as well as a skill. From choosing the best place to anchor to handling the ground tackle, this seminar will demystify the art of dropping the hook.
Presented by:ASOS
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-1
11:30am-12:30pm Charter Ownership Programs Explained
Ever considered charter yacht ownership? Placing a yacht into a charter management program is a great way to reduce the cost of purchasing a boat and see the world—as well as offset the ongoing costs of ownership. Learn about the differences in the programs, some amazing benefits, and if it could be right for you.
Presented by:Dream Yacht Charters
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room- 2
12:00pm-1:00pm Diesel Basics
The Marine Diesel Basics seminar is a must for anyone who has or is thinking about owning a boat with a diesel engine. Annapolis School of Seamanship covers basic principles and operation of the marine diesel engine.
Presented by:ASOS
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-1
12:30pm-1:30pm Attitude
Attitude is the difference between ordeal and adventure. Join legendary adventurer, Bob Bitchin as he discusses how to keep a Starboard Attitude! Once you are out there you will see how easy it is to keep the right attitude, no matter what the circumstance!
Presented by: Bob Bitchin
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-2
1:00pm-2:00pm Marine Communications
Modern marine communications offer a dizzying array of choices. From VHF radios and cell phones, to SSB radios and satellite phones, to Starlink and Garmin, cruisers have never had so many choices. Join Annapolis School of Seamanship for a discussion of near shore and offshore communication technologies.
Presented by:ASOS
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-1
1:30pm-2:30pm Captain & Friends
Having a captain’s license offers you adventurous career opportunities. Captain Boomies and her captain friends discuss their wildly different floating careers.
Presented by: Captain Boomies
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-2
2:00pm-3:00pm Docking De-stressed
Is docking your vessel causing you stress and anxiety? Let the captains from the Annapolis School of Seamanship show you the ropes, tricks, and tech- niques to make docking easy.
Presented by: ASOS
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-1
2:30pm-3:30pm
Rounding DELMARVACaptain Jodie Knox shares her adventure highlights, mishaps, and lessons learned as a long-time liveaboard and recently retired Coast Guard officer who took the shake-down cruise around the DELMARVA peninsula with her dad as a practice run for the Great loop in 2024. Guaranteed to entertain and educate on cruising and the liveaboard lifestyle from a salty but not old sailor!
Presented by: Captain Jodie Knox
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-2
3:00pm-4:00pm How to Get Your Captain’s License
USCG requirements for sea time, physicals, applications, and examinations, can make getting a captain’s license seem daunting. Annapolis School of Seamanship’s captains will discuss the ins and outs of becoming a licensed captain.
Presented by:ASOS
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-1
3:00pm-5:00pm Cruising the Chesapeake
The Chesapeake Bay is one of the most amazing estuaries on planet earth. You can cruise to big cities and small ports of call, often in the same day. Each locale has a different history and culture to be explored and its all close by. Join the former publisher of Chesapeake Bay Magazine for a tour of the best places to visit.
Presented by: Chesapeake Bay Magazine
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-2
4:00pm-5:00pm Night Navigation
Boating at night can be challenging. The different light configurations on recreational and commercial boats can be confusing to interpret. Professional captains from Annapolis School of Seamanship will cover the various lights seen at night, as well as AIS and RADAR.
Presented by: ASOS
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-1
4:30pm - 5:30pm Offwind Sail Selection
Learn how different offwind sails unlock the true potential of your boat’s performance
Presented By: Austin Powers & Max Vinocur of North Sails
The seminar will be held at the ACY Business Yacht Ownership Seminar Tent on Dock F1. -
11:00am-12:30pm Preparing Your Boat for Bluewater Sailing
Matt Rutherford has sailed over 150,000 miles from Cape Horn to the Arctic Ocean. Matt will discuss modifications and equipment that will help you outfit your boat for your next ocean passage. Autopilots VS Windvanes, Drogues VS Parachute Sea-anchors, watermakers, life rafts and more. Matt has done everything from outfitting a 27-footer for a circumnavigation to building a 72-footer for the Arctic Ocean. He will cover a wide array of gear and equipment!
Presented by: Matt Rutherford
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-1&2
1:00pm-2:00pm Building a Brand-New Catamaran
Join cruising content creator Sailing Yacht Ruby Rose and Seawind Catamarans as they share the lessons learned – what works and what doesn’t work building a new catamaran.
Presented by: Ruby Rose
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-1&2
2:00pm-4:00pm Cruising Content Creators Panel Discussion
Content Creator David Shih Sails hosts a panel discussion with fellow creators Ryan and Sophie Sailing, Sailing Ruby Rose, 59 North, Sailing Nahora and Lauren Landers. The panel will discuss the Cruiser Experience: Biggest fails, triumphs, scariest moments, and comical adventures.
Seminars are held in the Second Floor Ballrooms of the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Room-1&2
