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The Perfect Birthday Present

Captain Bob,
Your charter and trawler school was the perfect gift for Jeff’s 60th birthday. We both learned a lot about navigation, chart plotting, diesel engines, electrical systems and how to buy a trawler. On top of that, we ate well and saw sights in and around Miami that we never knew existed. We are already talking about taking a “bareboat” charter next year.

Jeff is extremely impressed that you taught me how to navigate, use a chart plotter and drive the “Miami Mermaid” under a bridge with another boat passing through as well.

Thank you so much for a wonderful time and a perfect present for Jeff.

Jeff & Doris, Chapin, SC

Trawler School Charters Review – July 31, 2011

Captain Bob,
You’ve packed a great deal of knowledge, skill and joy into three days. This experience ranks high on my list of wonderful life moments – those that we often remember and cherish. Our journeys were fun and our destinations eclectic and beautiful, from sophisticated Hurricane Harbor to unique Jimbo’s place. Let’s not neglect the quaint Boca Chita Key, the historical lighthouse in Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, and the night view of the Miami skyline. Hard to pick a favorite! Glad you didn’t ask us to do that, rather, showed us the way and pretty soon we were finding these places and getting their on our own.

The lessons were timely, tailored to the trip and destinations, smartly arranged to help but not overwhelm. I was mostly impressed with our ability to manouever and dock a 40-foot boat within inches, gently and safely, with only a couple of guided trials. Navigation, engine rooms, rules of the road, it all come in at the right time and place, between snorkeling, sightseeing, relaxing on beautiful beaches, and fine dining a “Chez Bob” = our great chef and attentive host. Theank you for giving us 110% and a marvelous experience!

Aldo

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