Ultimate 2025 Boating Gift Guide: Courses, Gear & Captain’s License Gifts
Inspire Confidence. Celebrate Achievement. Share the Love of Boating.
The holiday season is the perfect time to celebrate the boaters, sailors, and future captains in your life. Whether they’re dreaming of blue horizons, advancing their seamanship skills, or preparing for a professional maritime career, the Mariners Learning System Holiday Gift Guide 2025 is packed with meaningful, skill-building gifts that go far beyond the ordinary. Click the image below to download the full guide.
From U.S. Coast Guard–approved captain’s license courses to personalized tumblers, study tools, and gear, each Mariners gift inspires confidence on the water and helps mariners take the next step in their journey. Download the full guide to browse ready-to-gift combinations, stocking-stuffer study tools, and unforgettable keepsakes created just for proud captains.
Top Picks: Our Crew’s Favorite Holiday Pairings
If you want a curated, no-stress shopping experience, Mariners has pre-selected combinations that make perfect gifts.
Captain’s Starter Pairing – “Dream It. Earn It.”
For the aspiring captain preparing for their first captain's license credential. Gift the OUPV/Six-Pack Captain’s License - Online Course and Exam, Chart Plotting Tools, and a full OUPV/Six-Pack Study Guide (4 Book Set).
Recreational Skipper Pairing – “Lead With Confidence.”
Ideal for the boater ready to take the helm with assurance, while increasing their knowledge. Check out the Mariners Skipper - Course and Certification, plus pair it with the Chart Plotting Tools, and a full Mariners Skipper Study Guide (3 Book Set).
Proud Captain Pairing – “Honor the Journey.”
Celebrate a newly licensed captain with personalized gear, including a custom captain’s tumbler, printed certificate, and Mariners cap.
⛵ For the Career-Minded Mariner
Mariners Learning System’s U.S. Coast Guard–approved captain’s license courses make incredible gifts for anyone pursuing a career on the water.
Popular License Paths
- OUPV (Six-Pack) - Start running small charters, fishing trips, or sightseeing tours.
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25/50/100 Ton Master - Qualify to operate inspected passenger vessels for broader commercial opportunities.
Upgrade Opportunities
If your mariner already has a captain's license, you can still help them grow with:
🎓 Recreational Certification Gifts for Every Boater
Mariners’ structured learning paths - from Crew to Skipper to Master Skipper - give students hands-on knowledge and safe boating skills. These courses bridge the gap between state boating certificates and advanced USCG licensing.
Available program tracks include:
And if your boater already has a course? Mariners offers simple upgrade paths, allowing them to keep progressing without starting over.
📡 Essential Gifts for the Radio Operating Mariner
For mariners who operate radiotelephone stations, the FCC Marine Radio Operator Permit (MROP) is a must - and Mariners makes earning it simple. Students take their exam online, and Mariners submits paperwork directly to the FCC, streamlining the entire process.
Pair it with the MROP hardcopy practice test book for complete preparation.
🥂 Personalized Gifts for the Proud Captain
Commemorate a milestone with a personalized Captain’s Tumbler or an official Printed Mariners Certificate. Choose from designs such as “U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Captain,” “Merchant Marine Officer,” and more - each customizable with names, vessel titles, or locations.
These keepsakes make thoughtful, celebratory gifts for anyone who’s earned their professional credentials.
🎣 Boating Gear & Drinkware for Every Marine Lifestyle
The guide features a wide selection of stainless-steel drinkware, catering to freshwater anglers, offshore adventurers, scenic lovers, crew members, and fishing teams.
Complete the gift with Mariners gear, such as:
Perfect for study sessions, boat days, or everyday use.
🎁 Not Sure What They Want?
The Mariners Learning System Gift Card is an easy, thoughtful solution - perfect for any mariner and delivered instantly via email. Available from $25 - $200 and redeemable for courses, certifications, or gear.
Wishing You Fair Winds This Holiday Season
As you celebrate this season, we hope these gifts inspire new skills, new confidence, and new horizons. Happy holidays and safe travels from the Mariners Learning System crew.
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