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The Best Boat Rentals in Virginia

Browse, book, and get out onto the water with local captains and boat owners., our favorite boat rentals in virginia.

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Luxury Sailing Catamaran ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

2018 Regal 2300 rental for YOU and YOUR FAMILY with great sound system

2022 Chaparral 23' SSI - Get up to 6 captained up and down the Potomac River

$350 hr weekdays | $450 hr weekends | 15 ppl | Catamaran

Come enjoy the DC view on the Potomac river aboard Sancha. $375HR to $450HR

Beautiful Chaparral 35ft Cruiser for rent in Washington, D.C.

2016 Regal 31' Cruise The Inner Harbor, Annapolis, Hart Miller Island

⚓️🛥️Premium Private Yachting Experience🍹☀️

Suggested searches, types of boats popular in virginia.

From mid-size to mega yachts, these luxury boats are great for groups and celebrations

₽14,310-₽57,250

Set sail with these traditional wind-powered boats

₽6,460-₽75,720

• Fishing Charters

Let a captain do the driving while you do the fishing

₽4,620-₽67,870

Perfect for casual cruising, sandbar stops, swimming, and parties

₽3,230-₽50,330

Fishing Boats

Boats outfitted for fishing, from small inshore angling boats to deep-sea yachts

₽4,160-₽71,100

Explore local waters with a boat rental dedicated to sightseeing and exploration

₽920-₽39,240

Fast, fun, and easy to operate, these are a guaranteed good time on the water

₽6,000-₽45,710

All the comforts of home out on the water, for multi-day boat trips

₽8,770-₽32,320

Wakeboarding Boats

A high-octane powerboat designed and outfitted for wakeboard towing

₽13,850-₽18,470

A high-energy adventure for the whole family

Top Boat Rental Locations Near Virginia

Washington , District of Columbia

86 listings

Annapolis , Maryland

38 listings

Arlington , Virginia

28 listings

Richmond , Virginia

16 listings

Lake Anna , Virginia

15 listings

Virginia Beach , Virginia

Most Popular Yacht Rentals in Virginia

50' Sea Ray 470 Luxury Sport Yacht for rent in Washington, DC

Enjoy the sights of Colonial Beach, VA ! Come boat with us!

41' Lagoon Catamaran in Maryland, United States

Maxum 30ft Yacht! Escape for a day on the Chesapeake

WELCOME TO "EXCELSIOR" WASHINGTON, DC! CRUISE THE POTOMAC IN 5 STAR EXCELLENCE!!

Maxum 2400 SE (26 feet) with captain in Washington DC ready to serve you!

$275 HR | 8 people + Water Activities

$450HR | +13 People | Double Deckers Boat

Most popular sailboat rentals in virginia.

30 ft sailboat with highly experienced Captain in Baltimore Inner Harbor

Fully Crewed Sailing Cruises Aboard 41' Sailboat in Rock Hall, MD

Charter this 42ft Sailboat, for up 6 persons to enjoy the middle Chesapeake Bay

Charter 41ft S/Y Selina II Sloop in St. Michaels, Maryland

34' Hunter Cruising Monohull In Rock Hall, Maryland United States

Chesapeake Bay Sailing Charter - 33' Cape Dory sailing from Kilmarnock, Virginia

Sailing Adventure in Chesapeake Bay with 28ft Tartan Sailing Yacht!

Charter 42' Lagoon Catamaran in Annapolis, MD

Most popular fishing charters in virginia.

Pontoon Boat Rental in Virginia Beach | Party Cruise, Tubing, Fishing

38' Dawson Sportfish Motor Yacht Charter in Norfolk, Virginia

🚤 Bonito Center Console Party Boat Rental Cheap Fishing Charter Tube FREE GAS⛽️

Just Repowered Cuddy Cabin/Walk Around bareboat fishing charter in Annapolis

Fish On! Rent Your 38ft Dawson Sportfish in Norfolk, VA

Fishing Charter in Pasadena, Maryland

18' Center Console Pocket Rocket fishing boat.

44ft ''Four Winds'' Fishing Yacht in Hampton, Virginia

Recent reviews in virginia.

March, 2024

Enjoy our World Class Service aboard Sea Ray 540 Sundancer

I proposed to my girlfriend before the boat ride and we were running late. Captain Rod was extremely accommodating and added time to our boat ride so we had the full allotted time on the boat. When I book in the future I will book with Captain Rod again! It was perfect!

Captain Troy was very respectful and friendly from start to end. My party and I had a wonderful time and loved his boat. I recommend captain Troy and his boat.

Didn't believe we still have such wonderful people. Captain Dash and his co-captain are amongst the very best. Good service, friendly, timely, and most importantly, people Centered. My wife, kids, and I enjoyed riding with this team and we will always wish to ride with them.

September, 2023

My friends and I had THE BEST time boating with AJ’s team. They were all so accommodating, friendly and eager to ensure we had a great time. The communication from booking to boating was seamless and thorough. AJ was so responsive and helpful. I would 100% recommend anyone to book with them, they will go above and beyond to make sure you have an amazing time!

August, 2022

I was hesitant booking a boat through this platform, until Troy instantly responded to any and all of my questions. Not only was the service prior to departure exceptional, the boat ride itself has left us wanting more. Every time we need a boat in DC we will be booking with Troy. He has my highest recommendation, he also went out of his way and provided cups, ice, and a bluetooth speaker. We will be back!

Troy’s boat was clean, spacious, exactly as listed, and such good value! He was extremely accommodating, a great host, and made our experience worthwhile. We would absolutely choose Troy again in the future. If you’re on the fence about choosing a boat — pick this one! You won’t regret it.

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Miami Beach , Florida

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Tampa , Florida

436 listings

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405 listings

Hollywood , Florida

297 listings

Chicago , Illinois

272 listings

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Washington, DC

VIP Yacht Charters, LLC - Let the adventures begin

Create unforgettable memories in Washington, DC.

Edgewater, MD

STARZ - 2018 Lagoon 42 (3 Cabin / 3 Head)

North Beach, MD

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Invictus invites you to relax and leave your troubles in the wake!

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Annapolis, MD

ESCAPE--Leopard 43’ Sailing Catamaran

LANI - Leopard 43' Catamaran Sailboat

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Colonial Beach, VA

Enjoy the sights of Colonial Beach, VA !

Stevensville, MD

Lavish Pershing Italian Yacht for Charter

DOS MILAGROS - Beneteau Oceanis 45

Norfolk, VA

Embark on opulent voyages aboard Virginia's finest luxury yacht.

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Why Boatsetter?

As the global leader in peer-to-peer boat rentals, Boatsetter offers an easy, safe and accessible way to experience on-the-water adventure. With boat rentals in 600+ locations, finding a boat is easy and with the option to tap into the largest network of USCG licensed captains, boating experience is not required.

Get out on the water worry-free, knowing our insurance covers every boating trip

Choosing the right boat rental platform is essential to your peace of mind while on the water. That's why we've gone the extra mile to focus on safety through our exclusive partnership with GEICO Marine and BoatUS. As the first and only boat rental marketplace to offer insurance on every peer-to-peer rental, you are protected during all rentals with insurance coverage and on-water assistance through TowBoatUS.

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What makes Boatsetter different from other boat rental platforms?

What makes Boatsetter different is peace of mind. Boatsetter is the first and only boat rental marketplace to offer insurance on every peer-to-peer boat rental. We know choosing the right boat rental platform is essential to your experience while on the water. That's why we've gone the extra mile to focus on safety through our exclusive partnership with GEICO Marine and BoatUS. As the first and only boat rental marketplace to offer insurance on every peer-to-peer rental, you are protected during all rentals with insurance coverage and on-water assistance through TowBoatUS.

How to rent a boat on Boatsetter?

At Boatsetter, our mission is to make getting out on the water as easy as possible. With our intuitive booking system, you can rent a boat as soon as today. -First, you must determine your budget and the type of boat you want to rent. -Next, decide where you would like to boat and the kind of boat you would like to spend the day on. -Finally, determine if you will be needing a boat captain and reach out to the boat owner. That’s it! You’re officially on your way to a fantastic day out on the water.

How much does it cost to rent a boat?

The cost to rent a boat depends on whether you are renting for a half-day or a full day, the boat features and the boat size can impact your boat rental price. Rental prices can range from $200 to $1,000 plus depending on the boat rental itself and the length of time of the rental.

How many people can fit on the boat rental?

The number of people who can fit on boat rental largely depends on the boat’s size and how many life jackets are on board. Currently the coast guard allows a maximum of 10-12 people on a Boatsetter boat rental.

How much does it cost to rent a yacht?

The cost of renting a yacht depends on the boat’s size and the amount of time you’ll use the yacht. The onboard amenities and luxurious accommodations also dictate the price. You can contact our yacht specialists for a custom quote by visiting https://www.boatsetter.com/luxury-yacht-charters .

How old do you have to be to rent a boat?

You must be 18 years old to rent a captained boat and 25 years old if you would like to rent a bareboat charter.

Do I need a boating license to rent a boat?

Boating license requirements vary from state to state. As a renter, you are responsible for understanding local state requirements.

Can you rent a yacht for the day?

Boatsetter allows you to rent a yacht for the day. Single-day yacht rentals are available for a select number of yachts. To chat with a yacht specialist please visit https://www.boatsetter.com/luxury-yacht-charters .

Can you rent a yacht for the week?

Boatsetter allows its customers to rent a yacht for the week. Renting a yacht for a week gives you more access to the wide range of yachts available on our platform. You can either book a rental directly through the site or connect with one of our charter specialists to plan your trip here: https://www.boatsetter.com/luxury-yacht-charters .

Can you rent a yacht for the month?

Booking a month-long yacht rental is a detailed and hands-off process when working with our team of yacht charter specialists. We tailor each yacht charter to our client's specific wants and needs. Our luxury yacht charter specialists can be reached at (954) 715-4114 or by visiting https://www.boatsetter.com/luxury-yacht-charters .

How to rent a private yacht?

Renting a private yacht is a very detailed experience that caters to your exact needs while onboard one of our luxury yachts. To plan your private yacht rentals experience please visit https://www.boatsetter.com/luxury-yacht-charters .

How much does it cost to rent a pontoon boat?

The cost of renting a pontoon boat depends on the size, location, and rental time of the boat. Prices can range anywhere from $200 for a half-day rental or just under a $1,000 for longer rentals.

How much does it cost to charter a yacht?

The cost to charter a yacht varies depending on the boat size and the length of the charter. Prices typically range from less than $1,000 to $5,000 plus if you’re wanting to charter the yacht overnight.

How much does it cost to rent a boat for the day?

The cost of renting a boat for the day on average ranges from $200 to $1200. The cost to rent a boat varies depending on the size of the boat and the length of time that you will be using the boat.

How does the boat insurance work?

Boat insurance typically covers loss caused by things such as fire, sinking, storms, and collisions. The extent of the coverage varies depending on the policy.

Do I need my own insurance to rent a boat?

You do not need boat insurance when renting with Boatsetter. Coverage is provided under the Peer-to-Peer Boat Rental Policy, which is underwritten by GEICO Marine Insurance Company. The policy was written from the ground up as a stand-alone recreational boat rental insurance policy covering the period of time that the boat is being rented and is available for all non-commercially insured boats.

Does Boatsetter screen renters?

Yes. We use a system called Cognito to ensure that payment information matches the renter's identity. We also require renters taking out a captained boat to be at least 18 years old and on a bareboat to be at least 25 years old.

Is listing my boat on Boatsetter free?

Yes! Listing a boat is completely free. We only take a commission when your boat is rented. We only make money when you do!

What if I'm not comfortable having a renter drive my boat?

If you are not comfortable having a renter drive your boat, we have an expansive network of licensed and experienced captains. Once your boat is listed, you can filter through our network of captains and favorite captains in your area that you would like to operate your boat.

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VIP Yacht...

Captains Roderick and Maya turned a very rainy Saturday into the best thirtieth birthday one could ask for. 10/10...

Captain Rod and Myra did an awesome job at making our event so special. Amazingly, they were able to operate during...

Beautiful time...

Our celebration of my daughter's 50th birthday aboard the boat, A Blast, could not have been more perfect! The...

I booked this boat for my friends bachelorette trip and it was the highlight of the weekend! There is a big speaker...

LANI - Leopard...

I had a great time for my birthday on “A Blast”. I was worried about the weather and it possibly raining but there...

Enjoy the sights...

Super comfortable, with available shade and AC inside!

Hands down great boat and great Captain

We had a fun evening with friends aboard the beautiful A Blast! Prior to the outing, my questions were promptly...

Luxury DC Yacht...

I actually read all the reviews before booking this boat for my wife’s Birthday and guess what, all the 5 star...

This was my 2nd time renting the Good Vibes Charter and we are already planning to do it again next year! The yacht...

ESCAPE--Leopard...

My party and I had an awesome time! The original boat we booked was having trouble and Cap Shawn accommodated us with...

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Virginia beach, va, virginia beach boat charters & tours.

It's no wonder we were named the #1 company nationally, as we tailor every trip to each client's ideal day based on their preferences. Our private charters showcase the finest boats in Virginia Beach, with pricing that offers the perfect balance: competitive, yet delivering the most value, the opportunity to experience a wide range of activities all on one trip, capacity for groups up to 13, and unsurpassed comfort. Discover some of our guests' favorite tours below. Whether one catches your interest or several do, with SeaEO Luxury Boat Charters, you're set for an unforgettable experience.

⋙ Cape Charles Tour on the Eastern Shore ⋘ ⋙ The Narrows Sandbar ⋘ ⋙ Cozy & Intimate Couples Anniversary Date Night ⋘ ⋙ Birthday Bash ⋘ ⋙ Historic Tours featuring Fort Monroe, Yorktown, Williamsburg, Jamestown, and more! ⋘ ⋙ The Duck Blind Sandbar Excursion ⋘ ⋙ Dinner cruise under the sunset/stars ⋘ ⋙ Dinner Cruise to Fine Dining Restaurant, with a intimate cruise back ⋘ ⋙ Spearfishing Excursion ⋘ ⋙ Dolphin Safari & Marine Life Expedition ⋘ ⋙ Sandbar Excursion ⋘ ⋙ Nightlife & Club Excursion to Waterside District or Chic's Oyster Bar, etc. ⋘ ⋙ Famous Secluded Sunset Experiences ⋘ ⋙ Bar & Restaurant Hopping ⋘ ⋙ Firework Celebration ⋘ ⋙ Sightseeing & POI Tours ⋘ ⋙ Party Cruises ⋘ ⋙ Special Celebrations of Anniversaries, Birthdays, Proposals, & More ⋘ ⋙ Fine Dining & Bottomless Brunch Experience ⋘ ⋙ Shipwreck Tours ⋘

View our luxury adventure boats, check pricing and current availability, and book your adventure today by clicking below!

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Notable Features on our Boats

⇛ Air Condition (Most of our Fleet)

⇛ Bluetooth / AUX audio

⇛ Children's & Infant Life Jackets

⇛ Cooler / Ice Chest

⇛ Deck / Washdown Shower

⇛ Depth & Fish Finder

⇛ Enclosed Cabin to escape the sun, weather, or just take a break

⇛ Large Sunpad to Sunbathe

⇛ Refrigerator

⇛ Stateroom for Infants & Children to Lay Down

⇛ Sunroof (Most of our fleet)

⇛ Swim ladder

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What's not included / what to bring.

Not Included: ⇛ Fuel (Each Boat's Typical Cost Disclosed in Booking Process)

What to Bring: ⇛ Drinks, Food, Snacks (Catering Available upon request) ⇛ Snorkel Gear (Available for rent for only $10) ⇛ Sunscreen ⇛ Towels

Pricing, Availability, Duration, & Boat Details

⇛ Click Here ⇚ to select your desired location for additional boat details, check pricing and current availability, and available durations

Pick-up Location

Pick-up location is at Lynnhaven Public Boat Ramp located at  3576 Piedmont Cir, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

Cancellation Policy

⇛ Full Refund: Cancel at least 6 days before the booking start date and receive a full refund.

⇛ Partial Refund: Cancel between 2-5 days before the booking start date to receive a 50% refund.

⇛ Non-Refundable: Cancellations within 2 days of the booking start date are not eligible for a refund.

⇛ Operator Cancellation: Should we need to cancel due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, you will receive a full refund or credit.

Boats Offered in Virginia Beach

Types of charters offered in virginia beach, dinner cruises, sunset tours, brunch & breakfast cruises, snorkeling tours, weddings & ceremonies, corporate & professional functions, entertainment & party charters, lgbtq friendly, nature & wildlife tours, fishing tours, memorial & spreading of ashes, customize your own charter.

Pick-up location is at Lynnhaven Public Boat Ramp located at 3576 Piedmont Cir, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

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Chesapeake Bay Sailing at its Best!

As the only luxury sailing catamaran in Hampton Roads, we offer private charters for special occasions and small groups. Book today for a unique experience on our Hélia Evolution 44′ catamaran ‘Freckled Parrot’.

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Be your own Captain

Don't just be a passenger. 

When you rent from Bay Venture Boat Rentals, we give you the keys to your own pontoon boat. Power boating experience is required , but a boater's education/license is not. Feel free to cruise the inland waters of V irginia Beach including, Linkhorn Bay, Broad Bay, Crystal Lake, Long Creek, and the Lynnhaven Inlet. Pull up to the beach. Enjoy watersports like tubing. Grab a bite from several on the water restaurants. The point is, spend your day doing whatever you enjoy!

All Brand New, 2024  Bentley Pontoons

At Bay Venture Boat Rentals, we hav e the newest fleet  of boats  anywhere. Our 24 foot Bentley pontoons have tons of room to carry the whole family with comfort (14 people max, with 10 adults max). Powered by reliable 115 horsepower four stroke engines, you have plenty of power to pull our tubes behind the boat. All of our boats are equipped with a bimini top for shade, a bluetooth stereo for entertainment, a depth finder for peace of mind, and a whole lot more!

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NAVSTA Norfolk Sailing Center & Marina

The Sailing Center and Marina is a great place to enjoy recreational boating and fishing in the Hampton Roads area! At the Naval Station Norfolk Sailing Center you can learn to sail, kayak, rent boats, and fishing gear, and enjoy a relaxing time on the water. The Sailing Center offers boating classes for adults and summer camps for children as well as a wide array of rental boats including kayaks and paddleboards, powerboats for fishing and a variety of recreation activities, and a fleet of over 50 sailboats from dinghies to cruising keelboats.

The Marina offers 200 deep water slips, conference rooms with waterfront views, a nearby fishing pier, boat ramp, ice, bait and fishing supplies, complimentary pump-out service, marina store, free WiFi internet, and dinghy storage.

May 1 to September 30 Seven Days a Week, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.   

October 1 to April 30 Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Norfolk Naval Sailing Center Marina Amenities

The Marina offers a bait and tackle store, floating slips up to 90 feet, Dinghy storage, freshwater, 30 or 50-AMP power, 150 protected deepwater slips, free Wi-Fi, bathhouses with showers, laundry facilities on-site (24/7), complimentary pump-out service, and ice is available during standard office hours. All utilities are included.

Boat Ramp Access

Day Pass - $5  Yearly Pass - $60

Marina Floating Dock & Transient Rates

Floating Piers : $9.50 per foot/per month for monthly contracts; $8.50 per foot/per month for six-month contracts; $7.50 per foot / per month for annual contracts Liveboards : $10.50 per foot/per month for six-month contracts; $10 per foot/per month for yearly contracts Transients : $2 per foot/per night or $1.50 per foot/ per night for five-day increments (All transients must show proper ID upon arrival)

REQUIREMENTS: Proof of insurance, boat registration or USCG documentation and current Coast Guard Vessel Safety Inspection. Must possess an authorized military or DoD civilian ID.

Dry Storage

For boats and boat trailers up to 30 feet. 

Six-Month Contract - $65  One-Year Contract - $60 

C Dock Special

Featuring concrete floating docks

$5.50/foot/month - with annual contract $6.50/foot/month - with six-month contracts

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US Sailing Basic Keelboat Course

In this introductory 16-hour course you will learn to sail a 26-foot keelboat with one of our certified instructors. The practical integration of this course puts you behind the helm. Instructors cover an array of topics, including boat handling and seamanship, understanding sail trim and techniques, navigation, and safety preparedness. Upon completion, students will be eligible to rent the Colgate 26.

Schedule: Courses are offered from May through November. Cost: $380

Registration: Advanced registration is required. Students will receive a U.S. Sailing Basic Keelboat textbook, logbook, U.S. Sailing Certification and membership, and eligibility to rent basic keelboats.

Basic Cruising Course

This course is designed to introduce keelboat sailors to cruising. Topics include maneuvering under power, docking, anchoring, onboard systems, advanced sail trim, tacking angles, and balance. This course will introduce wheel steering. Upon completion, students will be eligible to rent the Hunter 260.

Schedule: Courses are offered from May through November. Cost: $400

Registration: Advanced registration is required. Students will receive a Norfolk Naval Sailing Center endorsement and eligibility to rent the Hunter 260.

Bareboat Cruising

Learn the subtleties of sailing a bigger keelboat. Topics of this course include rules of the road, cruising systems, tides, currents, VHF radio and sailing the bay. Upon completion of this course, students will be eligible to rent the Catalina 310.

Small Boat Course

Learn the basics of sailing aboard our small sailboats. This 16-hour course introduces beginners to the exciting sport of small-boat sailing. Participants are actively behind the helm and crewing a 13-foot 420 and Lasers. Instruction includes orientation of boat and rigging, boat handling, maneuvering to the dock, and rules of the road.

Schedule: Courses are offered one weekend a month in June, July, and August. Cost: $300

Registration: Advanced registration is required. Students will receive a Norfolk Naval Sailing Endorsement and eligibility to rent our small boats, including lasers, 420s, Hobie waves, Hobie Getaway, and Hobie sailing kayaks.

Additional Sailing Opportunities

First Sail: Are you considering sailing, but uncertain if you’re ready to commit to a full program? This two-hour leisurely sail on Willoughby Bay is designed to introduce newcomers to all the possibilities of sailing.

Check Ride: Check rides are available for those sailors who currently possess a nationally-recognized certificate and would like to become eligible to rent our sailboats. Our instructors conduct a practical test along with the written exam to “check” or confirm your skillset with rigging, boat handling, and seamanship.

Cost: $100 (3-hour minimum)

Safe Powerboat Course: The powerboat course is a requirement prior to renting. This four-hour, on-the-water training puts you behind the wheel of our 90 HP center console boats. Instructors review operations, boat handling, and safety. Classes are offered from March to November. To reserve your spot, call 757-444-2918.

U.S. Sailing Challenge

Challenges are geared toward sailors with extensive sailing knowledge and experience but do not currently possess a nationally recognized certificate. U.S. Sailing allows this option for those individuals seeking the U.S. Sailing certificate who have not had formal training. Candidates must pass a US Sailing written and practical exam.

*This is not a substitute for structured training. Failure to pass challenge requires enrollment in a course.

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Junior Sailing Camp

We can’t wait to meet you and show you how fun sailing is! We have been working hard throughout the winter to come up with new and exciting activities for this summer. For those who are a little nervous about coming to sailing camp, don’t be! We are here to make sailing camp the most memorable thing you’ll do all summer! Let’s go sailing!

TO OUR PARENTS:

Our trained and licensed sailing instructors understand the concerns you may have as a parent allowing your child to explore new and exciting experiences. We ensure that every safety precaution has been taken. If you have any questions and/or comments, please contact the Sailing Center:

CAMP OBJECTIVE

The NSN Sailing Center’s Junior Sailing Program will strive to:

·      Give students an appreciation of the sport and enjoyment of sailing as both a competitive and recreational activity.

·      Instill competence in the handling and care of sailboats with an understanding of the basic elements of seamanship and safety.

·      Develop an appreciation and philosophy for self-reliance, dependability, courtesy, sportsmanship, respect and teamwork.

There is adequate instructor staffing to ensure an optimum student/teacher ratio to promote a superior learning atmosphere and to provide individual attention. Daily supervision of the camp will be provided by a certified U.S. Sailing Level 1 Instructor. OUR FACILITY & REQUIREMENTS

The NSN Sailing Center and Marina is located at the mouth of Willoughby Bay. The waters around the facility are overseen by our Dock Master and attendants as well as the Naval Station Police Force, providing a safe setting for junior sailing instruction.

We provide a variety of boats for our junior sailors. The 8 to 12 age group will have the option of sailing in Club Optimists or 420s while learning how to skipper and crew. The 13 to 17 age group will be able to sail the 420s and Hobie Waves.

Each child is provided with a U.S. Coast Guard approved Type III life preserver. Campers may also choose to bring their own U.S. Coast Guard approved Type III  life preserver.

Due to the nature of the environment, every student must be able to swim. The test is comprised of swimming from our dinghy dock to a buoy 50 feet away and treading water for approximately two minutes. The instructor will then throw out a life preserver in which the student must be able to put on while in the water. DAILY ROUTINE

The camp will begin promptly at the scheduled time, 9 a.m. Please arrive no earlier than 15 minutes before your scheduled class time for the building will not be staffed.

Each morning the instructors will cover the plan and objectives for the day. The instructor will close each day with a brief review and discussion of the day’s events. Junior sailors shall not leave until all the equipment has been washed and stored. Junior sailors must wait for instructors to dismiss them. When leaving for the day, junior sailors are expected to sign out. We will make every attempt to make sure that the junior sailor is ready for pick up at the designated time. Please ensure your child is picked up within 15 minutes of their scheduled class ending time. ATTENDANCE

Please note the following:

·      If a junior sailor is not going to attend class, please call prior to the start of the day’s class to inform the instructor. Boat assignments depend on who is present and the instructors need to know a firm attendance count when roll is taken.

·      There is no make up instruction if a junior sailor is tardy or absent.

·      Junior sailors shall not leave the sailing center grounds during camp sessions without proper authorization.

EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDATIONS

Clothing: Closed-toe shoes are required at ALL times! Junior sailors should dress in comfortable clothes that can get wet. Bathing suits are a must as sailors will get wet on the boat, while swimming and all water activities throughout the day. A towel and a change of clothes is usually necessary at the end of camp session. Your junior sailor may also choose to wear sailing gloves for comfort. Hats and sunglasses are also recommended for sun protection.

Water Bottles: As a Virginia Clean Marina, we recommend resealable athletic type water bottles found at most sporting good stores. Junior sailors will be encouraged to drink plenty of water on hot days. Water refills and ice are on site.

Sunscreen: Sunscreen is a MUST! We try our best to make sure each sailor re-applies sunscreen throughout the day, before and after water events. Please send your junior sailor with sunscreen each day.

Lunches: Sailors should bring their lunch each day. There is a refrigerator and microwave available for use on site. Students will be allotted 45 minutes for lunch on most days.

POINTERS FOR PARENTS

Parents and guardians are an important part of successful Junior Sail Camp. Parents should be involved and supportive of their children as they pursue the sport of sailing. In addition to signing your sailor up for our Junior Sail Camp, we ask you to also:

·       Encourage your sailor to play by the rules.

·       Familiarize yourself with the materials required for your sailor’s participation in the NSN Sailing Center programs.

·       Review lessons with your sailor at night by showing interest in what they have learned and achieved.

·       Applaud a good effort in victory and in defeat and enforce positive attitudes of the sport.

·       Due to the large size of the program, it is imperative that your sailor is on site ONLY during their scheduled class times.

·       Picture-taking opportunities will typically be on Friday afternoons.

Camps - $350 BEGINNER: An introduction to the exciting sport of sailing. Students start with the Beginner’s Course where they will learn the basic sailing skills including rigging sail trim, tacking and jibing, racing, and capsizing.

ADVANCED: Students who have completed the Beginner’s Course will be eligible for the Advanced Camp where they can continue to polish their sailing skills and learn advanced sail trim.

Junior Big Boat - $200 This three-day program provides junior sailors the unique opportunity to sail as a vital crew member aboard a 26-foot sailboat under the expert guidance of a certified US Sailing Instructor! Students will apply their small boating skills aboard a FULL-SIZED YACHT and greatly expand their knowledge of sailing.

Racing Clinic - $75 This one-day camp will introduce the fundamentals of small boat racing. Topics will include rounding marks, getting a great start, rules of racing, and much more.

Norfolk Junior Sailing Camp Schedule

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A few popular destinations worth visiting if you’re wanting to head north or south are Fleet’s Bay, Little Bay, Great Wicomoco River Area and Mobjack Bay. If you set sail eastbound, across the bay, you will find  nostalgic and inviting towns such as Onancock and Cape Charles. Tangier Island is a little island to the northwest right in the middle of the bay know as the “disappearing island” due to the loss of 67%  of the island’s landmass.

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For captained charters, weather cancellations and reschedulings are entirely at the discretion of the Captain or Boat Owner. The Renter can not invoke 'bad weather' and request a refund as reason for cancellation unless the Captain or the Boat Owner agrees to it. For captained charter, the Captain will make the decision if the weather conditions are dangerous to get out on the water. Cloudy skies or a slight chance of rain are not grounds for cancellation or rescheduling. If a cancellation or rescheduling due to bad weather is necessary, either the Renter or the Boat Owner must send an email to [email protected] stating the reason. If the Renter sends such a request, the email must include a written confirmation from the Boat Owner. Read more details here .

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Soldiers of LLV Monterrey from 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) prepare to deploy to the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, Va. (AP Photo/John C. Clark)

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Soldiers from 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary), 3rd Expeditionary Sustainment Command, make final preparations on LSV SP/4 James A. Loux before deploying to the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, Va. The Loux will be supporting the construction of a floating pier off the coast of Gaza for delivery of humanitarian aid. (AP Photo/John C. Clark)

BG John “Brad” Hinson, commander of 3rd Expedition Sustainment Command and Assistant Commanding General (Supply) of XVIII Airborne Corps, speaks during a press conference pertaining to four army watercraft deploying to Gaza for delivery of humanitarian aid on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, Va. (AP Photo/John C. Clark)

CW3 Jason West, left, skipper for LSV SP/4 James A. Loux, 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary), stands with his family before deploying on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, Va. (AP Photo/John C. Clark)

LSV SP/4 James A. Loux heads down the James River for a deployment to the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, Va. The watercraft will build and operate a floating pier in support of a humanitarian mission to Gaza. (AP Photo/John C. Clark)

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Col. Sam Miller, commander of 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary), speaks to media before units from his brigade deploy to Gaza in support of a humanitarian mission on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, Va. (AP Photo/John C. Clark)

Soldiers give the crew of the LLV Monterey a box of snack bars before the Monterey leaves for deployment to the Gaza Strip for a humanitarian mission on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, Va. (AP Photo/John C. Clark)

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WASHINGTON (AP) — Four U.S. Army boats, loaded with tons of equipment and steel pier segments, left Virginia on Tuesday, heading to Gaza as part of the U.S. effort to expand the delivery of food and other supplies to starving Palestinians as Israel’s war against Hamas drags on.

The ships pulled out of docks at Joint Base Langley-Eustis and headed down the James River toward the Atlantic Ocean for what could be a month-long voyage to the Mediterranean Sea. There, at a yet-to-be-announced location along the Gaza shore, they will build and begin to operate a floating dock to receive the aid.

Since Hamas militants attacked Israel on Oct. 7, Israel’s military has battered the territory, killing more than 30,000 Palestinians, according to the Gaza Health Ministry, and creating a humanitarian catastrophe . The U.N. says virtually all of Gaza’s 2.3 million people are struggling to find food. But getting humanitarian aid to the area has been difficult, due to the ongoing hostilities and struggles to coordinate with the Israeli military, which has blocked routes and slowed deliveries due to inspections.

The latest Pentagon plan calls for the U.S. military to build what is called a modular causeway system. Off shore, the Army will build a large floating platform where ships can unload large containers of aid. Then the aid will be transferred by the Army to a motorized string of steel causeway sections that have been pushed to the shore.

That pier is expected to be as much as 1,800 feet (550 meters) long, with two lanes, and the Pentagon has said it could accommodate the delivery of more than 2 million meals a day for Gaza residents. Officials have not said who will be unloading the containers and taking the aid ashore. President Joe Biden has said there will be no U.S. troops on the ground in Gaza.

On Tuesday, as family members and senior Army commanders watched, about 70 soldiers with the 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) pulled away from the docks in four U.S. Army vessels: the USAV Wilson Wharf, USAV Matamoros and USAV Monterrey, all Army landing crafts, and the larger USAV SP4 James A. Loux, a logistics support watercraft.

The brigade’s commander, Army Col. Sam Miller, said about 500 of his soldiers will participate in the mission. All together, Pentagon officials have said about 1,000 U.S. troops will be involved.

Calling it a complicated mission, Miller said the transit will take about a month, but it will depend on weather and any possible high seas. The actual construction, he said, will take about a week, but that also could be hampered by weather. Then it will take additional time to get the delivery process coordinated with those providing the aid and the system up and running. Defense officials have said it will take about two months to get the deliveries started.

The Army’s vessels and maritime capabilities are unique and not as well known as the Navy’s. The last time the 7th Transportation Brigade did a similar mission to construct a large pier was in Haiti in 2010. But it has participated in a number of major military exercises.

“The soldiers here are energized, they’re motivated, they’re excited,” Miller said, adding that the new humanitarian mission “gives them purpose and meaning” and highlights the Army’s watercraft. He noted that just 36 hours after Biden ordered the operation, the first Army vessel — the USAV General Frank S. Besson logistics ship — left Joint Base Langley-Eustis on Saturday.

Miller said a larger Maritime Sealift Command ship will also be leaving Virginia in the coming days, and will be carrying some of the bigger equipment and more of the steel pier segments.