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December 2023 by Jere Julian
I would give 6 stars if possible!Everyone I've met here is super friendly and knowledgeable. They have a solid fleet with a variety of vessels to enjoy and the quality staff to educate new and experienced sailors.
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October 2023 by B X
These guys are the best. Wow Jim knows his stuff and really gives his all.
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July 2023 by Liz Gaston
Awesome instructors and camp! My son loved it and is already asking when he can come back! Highly recommend if you're looking for something fun for your kids in the summer.
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May 2023 by Tanner W.
We have rented kayaks and boats here, and it has always been an excellent experience!! The staff are very helpful, accommodating and knowledgeable.
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December 2022 by JH H
There’s just nowhere else like Bow to Stern. They are an exceptional group of wonderful people, in a lovely place, all devoted to their shared passion. Make the call, get your questions answered, and prepare to have one of the most enjoyable experiences of your life.
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December 2022 by Teresa A.
We learned to sail- and it was great!We took ASA sailing course 101 for two days, then ASA 102 for two days. From never having sailed to newfound competence sailing a 36 ft Catalina! Our instructors were fantastic- patient, upbeat, let us practice each sailing skill until we were comfortable, taught us a tremendous amount of sailing information that we needed for the exams, and were kind and unflappable (even when I was sure I wouldn't be able to manage half of it). Jim, who is the director, also listened to us talk about our hopes of sailing in our own. He helped us narrow down what type of boat would fit our wants and needs, if we ever get to the point of owning a boat. Overall, it was a great experience. Well worth the time and money. Highly recommended!
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October 2022 by DEC II
I took the ASA 101 class last weekend at Bow to Stern with Capt Jen (aka Rockstar!!!), and have to say what a great organization. From the beginning all the staff were extremely helpful, courteous and very professional. 100% going back to them to complete my remaining classes. Many thanks to Capt Jen, Jim, Mark and Hawkeye!!!
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September 2022 by Stephen Embree
We’ve had all around great experiences with Bow to Stern. We have completed adult sailing lessons, and our kids have attended for sailing camp. We’ve also charted their sailboats. Everything has been top notch!
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August 2022 by Ruthie Rivers
Fantastic experience renting a sailboat from these guys. Will be back!
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July 2022 by David Johnston
I chose to take my 101 course at Bow to Stern as they'd come highly-reviewed and now I understand why! Mark, Alexis, and my instructor Andrew were all outstanding. Andrew is a phenomenal instructor - thorough, patient, and encouraging, all things you look for when drinking from the firehose of learning new skills, especially ones that may one day save your life.Could not recommend them more highly- thank you all for a wonderful experience!
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July 2022 by William Cooper
Rented the Almost Heaven. When the generator went out the company swapped out our boat for an island packet and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. Will be back.
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March 2022 by scott guess
Wonderful place great teachers
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March 2022 by Audra Karp
So grateful to have such a wonderful sailing camp and group of people! My girls had the best week and learned so much! Very thankful & looking forward to another great week.
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February 2022 by Keith Morris
My wife and I chartered the Monk Trawler from Bow to Stern for a week at the beginning of November. We hired Jim as our captain to teach us for three days and we were on our own for the last four days. To say this was a great experience is an understatement. We learned so much from Jim. He covered navigations, paper charts, docking, safety, radio communications, boat systems, shore power, rope handling and knots. Jim is not only a great captain knowledgeable in all areas, but he is also a great teacher that keeps things very entertaining. The entire staff at Bow to Stern is extremely professional, knowledgeable, and helpful. The support and encouragement we received from everyone at Bow to Stern was unbelievable and the four days we spent navigating on our own to Belhaven, New Bern, and remote anchorages created a lifetime of memories. I would recommend Bow to Stern to anyone for any of the services they offer, but especially to anyone considering the cruising lifestyle and would like to get more exposure and experience before taking the next step. We can't say enough about Jim and his entire family including Tug and his staff. We will always be big fans and we will look for opportunities to work with them again as we continue our journey.
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February 2022 by Maria Fleming
We decided last minute to rent a boat for the day and called Bow to Stern. They were very helpful and got us a power boat for a half day. Both Jim and Mark were very courteous and helped us set up our reservation. Once there, they were just as helpful. This is a great place to go and we hope to return for some sailing lessons. Plus: they have an adorable dog named Tug.
