Joel_MD
Member
How many of you pleasure boating types have experienced getting a captain's license? I live in the Annapolis area and I know some semi-retired guys who work for local boat dealers to deliver new boats to customers and give "driving lessons" to new owners. Also I've spoken to TowBoat US about becoming a tow captain. I assume a delivery captain can get by with just a 6-Pack license, but for towing I understand one needs at least a 50-ton Master Mariner with an Assistance Towing endorsement. The Annapolis School of Seamanship has a 6-day course for $1,000 to get a 6-Pack, which seems like a good place to start. I understand the course is pretty rigorous, but the course is USCG-approved so there's no need to take a separate USCG exam.