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Falmouth Sea Grill

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These courses are offered through Capt. Lyman Stuart, LLC which is an independent business located at Handy Boat. All lessons are conducted on a 30' Pearson sloop, the Marisa III. Sunset and Day Sails are also available. Fall Foliage Cruises starting in September.
Online ordering for the 2012 season is now available.
Gift Certificates can be arranged for any of these offerings.
Now accepting all major credit cards new for 2012

Certificate Courses

 

Beginner Sailing

Description: This is an introductory course to sailing allowing you to feel confident in sailing a boat of about 20 to 30 feet in length in light to moderate winds and sea conditions in familiar waters. A preparatory standard with no auxiliary power or navigation skills required. Includes the Sailing Made Easy textbook.
Full Description
Prerequisites: None
Cost: $495.00  Cash, Check, Credit Card or Register for Beginner Sailing Certificate Course in Falmouth, ME  on Eventbrite
Second person is half off. Ask for discount code.
Duration: 12 Hours (over 2 days or 3 days)
Schedule: On Demand -
Call (207) 615-6917 or
email Capt. Lyman to schedule
Policy: Our Certificate Program Policy - click here
Link includes direct online order and registration form
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Basic Coastal Cruising

Description: This is a more advanced course allowing you to feel confident to cruise safely in local and regional waters as both skipper and crew on an auxiliary powered sailboat of about 20 to 30 feet in length, in moderate winds and sea conditions. Includes a 3 hour Navigation Course and the Sailing Fundementals textbook.
Full Description
Prerequisites: Some sailing experience
Cost: $550.00 Cash, Check, Credit Card or Register for Basic Coastal Cruising Certificate Course in Falmouth, ME  on Eventbrite
Order before May 15th and receive 20% off. Discount Code: BCC1037Second person is half off. Ask for discount code.
Duration: 16 Hours (over 3 days)
Schedule: On Demand -
Call (207) 615-6917 or
email Capt. Lyman to schedule
Policy: Our Certificate Program Policy - click here
Link includes direct online order and registration form
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General Lessons

 

Adult Refresher

Description: If you've taken sailing lessons before or learned how to sail on your own, but want time on the water with an instructor to learn the finer points of sailing and brush up on your skills, this Adult Refresher will help you do that. You'll practice getting on and off a mooring, trimming the sails, review safety procedures and right-of-way rules, gain more confidence in your sailing ability, and more.
Prerequisites: Some sailing experience
Cost: $240.00  Cash, Check, Credit Card or  Register for Adult Refresher in Falmouth, ME  on Eventbrite
Order before May 15th and receive 20% off. Discount Code: AR1035Second person is half off. Ask for discount code.
Duration: 5 Hours
Schedule: On Demand
Call (207) 615-6917 or
email Capt. Lyman to schedule
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Private Lessons

Description: I offer personalized training to fit your skill level, sailing interests, and specific needs. Private lessons are available from basic to advanced sailing and are offered by arrangement. These lessons are booked in a minimum of 2-hour time slots. Lessons can be on your vessel or mine.
Prerequisites: None
Cost: $50.00/person/hr Cash, Check or Credit Card
Duration: 2 Hour minimum
Schedule: On Demand
Call (207) 615-6917 or
email Capt. Lyman to schedule
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Basic Navigation

Description: This is an introductory course in marine navigation. You will learn chart symbols, reading charts, tides, currents, plotting between points, calculating distance, speed or time. An invaluable course for anyone who plans to be on the water in Maine.
Prerequisites: None
Cost: $70.00 Cash, Check or Credit Card
Duration: 3 Hours
Schedule: On Demand
NOTE: Private lessons can be done in your home, boat or location and a class can be scheduled to meet your timeframe.
Call (207) 615-6917 or
email Capt. Lyman to schedule this course
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Sail Trim for the Optimum Sailing Experience

Description: This is an advance sail trim class so you can move to the next level in your sailing experience. Choose any one session or all three. The course will cover:
  • Upwind sail trim in all wind conditions and proper boat balance
  • Down wind sail trim and proper boat balance
  • Proper helming in all wind conditions
  • Rigging and tuning for light and heavy wind conditions
  • Course setting and proper tacking angles
Prerequisites: Some sailing experience
Cost: $180.00/session
Session 1: Head sail
Session 2: Main sail
Session 3: Head and Main combined
Duration: Onboard class room and hands on sailing on board a J-29 in three hour sessions.
Schedule: On Demand
Call (207) 615-6917 or
email Capt. Lyman to schedule
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Cruises and Charters

 

Sunset Sail

Description: Watch the sun go down over Casco Bay, the ocean rushing along the hull of a 30' sloop, gentle breeze in the sails. Your stress just melts away.
Full Description
Prerequisites: None
Cost: $150.00 for up to 5 passengers
Cash, Check, Credit Card or Register for Sunset Sail on Casco Bay in Falmouth, ME  on Eventbrite
Order before May 15th and receive 20% off. Discount Code: SS1034
Duration: 2-3 hours
Schedule: On Demand -
Call (207) 615-6917 or
email Capt. Lyman to schedule
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Day Sail

Description: Sail around the islands of Casco Bay on a 30' sloop, watch porpoise and harbor seals. You can just sit back and enjoy the ride or you can help with the running of the boat. Fall Foliage Cruises in September and Early October. Everyone can see the color!
Full Description
Prerequisites: None
Cost: $225.00 for up to 5 passagers
Cash, Check, Credit Card or Register for Day Sail on Casco Bay in Falmouth, ME  on Eventbrite
Order before May 15th and receive 20% off. Discount Code: DS1038
Duration: 4-6 hours
Schedule: On Demand -
Call (207) 615-6917 or
email Capt. Lyman to schedule
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Weekday Overnight Cruise to Jewell Island new for 2012

Description: Explore a full day and night on Casco Bay. We will sail around the islands of Casco Bay during the day and by late afternoon, we will anchor in Cocktail Cove at Jewell Island. You can then explore one of the best islands of Casco Bay and you can either sleep on board or pick a campsite on the island. 

The island is rich in legend — tales are told of Captain Kidd cruising its coast and hiding treasure. The WWII bunkers are said to be haunted by soldiers, and the beaches by bootleggers. Several accounts of ghostly encounters can be heard in local towns.
Full Description
Prerequisites: None
Cost: $450.00 for up to 3 passengers
Cash or Check, Credit Card or
Register for Overnight Sail to Jewell Island on Eventbrite
Duration: 24 hours
Schedule: Weekdays Only On Demand -
Call (207) 615-6917 or
email Capt. Lyman to schedule

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Registration and Contact Form

 
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Please fill out and bring the waiver form with you to class

 

 

Lessons Help

 

Gift Certificates

Searching for the perfect gift for the cruising sailor or sailor at heart? I offer gift certificates for all of my lessons and cruises. Not sure what he or she might need? Relax. All gift certificates can be customized to meet your wish.

2012 Flyer

View and print the 2012 Flyer for the upcoming season. The adventure will last a lifetme.

Registration Form

You can fill out and send me the Registration Form  and mail it to me or use the online Request Form found on this page.

Rate This School

Submit a review of the school based on your own experience. Click the link Sailing School Reviewer and then click the SUBMIT A REVIEW tab at the top of the page.

Questions

Contact me at (207) 615-6917 or email me at gosailing.cascobay@gmail.com if you have any questions regarding any of the programs. Customized classes can also be arranged.

Instructor

I am a licensed Captain and a Certified Sailing Instructor with American Sailing Association with several years of sailing experience.

Also I am a member of... Maine Tourism
Maine Tourism

and a member of... Maine Island Trail
Maine Island Trail