offshore Training - maui VANCOUVER
faq - Answers to questions you might have
What will you get out of this?
Sailing from Maui to Vancouver is an adventure of a lifetime. 2,308 NM is the distance as the crows fly. In a world where we are constantly connected through the internet, everything just a click away, sailing offshore is a welcome break from this.
You will be able to disconnect from daily routine: We eat, sleep & sail. Whatever mother nature throws at us we will have to deal with. This is a true adventure and our hope is to create good memories that will last for a lifetime.
What do we expect from you?
If your location allows it would be great to meet you beforehand and sail with us at least once.
This will give us a chance to get to know you and vice versa. This is also a great time to ask any
questions you may have, connect with other crew and meet the race team.
We will ask you to complete an application, medical form and release/waiver at time of sign up.
Joining this adventure is a big commitment. Please let us know if you have any questions, concerns or comments.
What sailing experience is expected to join an expedition?
We will focus on teaching passage making, offshore sailing, and we ask crew to have prior sailing experience. We do not expect offshore experience, but we want to know you enjoy sailing and understand what it means to live aboard a small vessel for an extended period of time. If you have questions regarding your present skill level, please contact us.
What will I learn?
As part of the preparation of this voyage you will get the US Sailing book “Passage Making”. Aboard the vessel we will teach weather & weather routing, how to manage the sail plan under different wind conditions, preparing the boat for heavy weather. We will practice heavy weather sailing tactics and if wind conditions allow introduce you to spinnaker sailing.
How can I prepare for this voyage?
Study the book “Passage Making”: Exercise and physical fitness is important when offshore. Learn to stay hydrated. Hydration is a key to minimizing seasickness and fatigue. Try to be opened minded and have a willingness to learn. Join us for a day before the expedition. Find out what seasickness medication works for you.
What if there is a medical emergency?
The skipper & watch captain have basic first aid training with the addition of an offshore first aid course. We also have a physician on call who will have your medical information prior to leaving. In an emergency we can contact him via satphone. We have an suitable first aid kit on board for extended offshore voyages.
For women and or couples:
As a woman I often experience my partner or men in general want to help me with handling lines, winches etc. Is this practiced aboard Salient?
Unless you ask for it, the answer is no! Should there be a couple on board, they will not be on the same watch. Our experience is that having each partner on different watches really helps.
Is it crowded with six students and two instructors on a 40ft boat?
No. We will sail in two watches: There will be four crew on deck and four in the cabin resting, preparing meals or navigating. We have two large aft cabins. Each cabin is separated by lee-cloths into two spaces.
What are the duties aboard?
Our daily crew roster includes, navigator & weather reporter, cook, cockpit, interior, and head cleaning. Jobs will be rotated daily.
How does the watch system work?
Our typical watch system is six hours on and six hours off during the day, four hours on and four hours off at night.
What duties can a crew expect to be tasked with while on watch?
Hand steering, navigating, lookout, trimming sails, checking the radar, AIS, and log entries.
Will I be able to communicate with friends or family while aboard?
Yes, however since bandwidth is limited with satellite communication we will have a shore communications person through which all emails will run.
What clothes and gear should I bring?
We will send you a detailed packing list including safety gear we expect you to have.
For further questions please contact by email or phone: 604 440 2864
Sailing from Maui to Vancouver is an adventure of a lifetime. 2,308 NM is the distance as the crows fly. In a world where we are constantly connected through the internet, everything just a click away, sailing offshore is a welcome break from this.
You will be able to disconnect from daily routine: We eat, sleep & sail. Whatever mother nature throws at us we will have to deal with. This is a true adventure and our hope is to create good memories that will last for a lifetime.
What do we expect from you?
If your location allows it would be great to meet you beforehand and sail with us at least once.
This will give us a chance to get to know you and vice versa. This is also a great time to ask any
questions you may have, connect with other crew and meet the race team.
We will ask you to complete an application, medical form and release/waiver at time of sign up.
Joining this adventure is a big commitment. Please let us know if you have any questions, concerns or comments.
What sailing experience is expected to join an expedition?
We will focus on teaching passage making, offshore sailing, and we ask crew to have prior sailing experience. We do not expect offshore experience, but we want to know you enjoy sailing and understand what it means to live aboard a small vessel for an extended period of time. If you have questions regarding your present skill level, please contact us.
What will I learn?
As part of the preparation of this voyage you will get the US Sailing book “Passage Making”. Aboard the vessel we will teach weather & weather routing, how to manage the sail plan under different wind conditions, preparing the boat for heavy weather. We will practice heavy weather sailing tactics and if wind conditions allow introduce you to spinnaker sailing.
How can I prepare for this voyage?
Study the book “Passage Making”: Exercise and physical fitness is important when offshore. Learn to stay hydrated. Hydration is a key to minimizing seasickness and fatigue. Try to be opened minded and have a willingness to learn. Join us for a day before the expedition. Find out what seasickness medication works for you.
What if there is a medical emergency?
The skipper & watch captain have basic first aid training with the addition of an offshore first aid course. We also have a physician on call who will have your medical information prior to leaving. In an emergency we can contact him via satphone. We have an suitable first aid kit on board for extended offshore voyages.
For women and or couples:
As a woman I often experience my partner or men in general want to help me with handling lines, winches etc. Is this practiced aboard Salient?
Unless you ask for it, the answer is no! Should there be a couple on board, they will not be on the same watch. Our experience is that having each partner on different watches really helps.
Is it crowded with six students and two instructors on a 40ft boat?
No. We will sail in two watches: There will be four crew on deck and four in the cabin resting, preparing meals or navigating. We have two large aft cabins. Each cabin is separated by lee-cloths into two spaces.
What are the duties aboard?
Our daily crew roster includes, navigator & weather reporter, cook, cockpit, interior, and head cleaning. Jobs will be rotated daily.
How does the watch system work?
Our typical watch system is six hours on and six hours off during the day, four hours on and four hours off at night.
What duties can a crew expect to be tasked with while on watch?
Hand steering, navigating, lookout, trimming sails, checking the radar, AIS, and log entries.
Will I be able to communicate with friends or family while aboard?
Yes, however since bandwidth is limited with satellite communication we will have a shore communications person through which all emails will run.
What clothes and gear should I bring?
We will send you a detailed packing list including safety gear we expect you to have.
For further questions please contact by email or phone: 604 440 2864