Learn how to survive at sea on a life raft when things don’t go to plan with Captain Bob Figular’s “7 Steps for Survival at Sea.”

Learn the important differences between USCG captain’s licenses, what I recommend to our students, and which type of boat captain license best suits your goals.

Is there an upper age limit for a captain’s license? Here’s what older boaters need to know about captain’s license medical disqualifiers and age.

Learn the truth behind six common myths about getting your captain’s license, what’s really required, and how these misconceptions could be holding you back.

Curious about a captain’s license vs. a pilot’s license? Explore the key differences in training, requirements, and skills, plus why so many are drawn to both.

Discover the USCG First Aid and CPR requirements for a captain’s license, plus what you’ll learn, when to renew, and why you should take them seriously.

Discover some good reasons you should get a captain’s license — and several reasons why you shouldn’t.

Did you know that there are no prerequisites for our captain's license course? Just take the USCG-approved exam, then document your boating experience before USCG reviews.

Follow Captain Paul Costello’s journey from working on riverboats in Connecticut to becoming a seasoned ferry captain. Discover how he earned his 100 Ton Master’s and launched a fulfilling maritime career. 

Master weather for boating and sail safely. Learn to read clouds, wind, and waves, prepare for storms, and gain hands-on experience.

Navigating hurricane boat insurance? Discover crucial coverage must-haves, how to prepare your boat for storms, and ways to reduce premiums.

Learn crucial boat fire safety tips, including causes, firefighting, evacuation, and prevention, to protect your crew during a fire on a boat.