Inshore Powerboat Cruising, Night Operations, Twin Screw Power Catamaran
Train aboard a fully equipped 37' power catamaran out of Shilshole Bay Marina and master night operations, advanced docking, and twin-screw handling. This two-day US Powerboating-certified course with Capt. Margaret Pommert focuses on real-world scenarios in Puget Sound traffic and currents.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
2 days
Fitness Level
Moderate to fit: ability to move on deck, climb companionways, and stand for multi-hour watches; basic strength for lines and fenders.
Wildlife
History
Seattle and Puget Sound have a long maritime history; training here builds on regional coastal- and commercial-traffic experience that shapes local seamanship standards.
Conservation
Minimize wake near marine mammals, secure waste on board for on-shore disposal, and use established anchoring spots to protect eelgrass and nearshore habitat.
Windworks Sailing & Powerboating
Inshore Powerboat Cruising, Night Operations, Twin Screw Power Catamaran
Windworks Sailing & Powerboating in Seattle, Washington offers a variety of hands-on sailing and powerboating experiences across Puget Sound.
The organization runs day sails, two-hour introductory outings, weekend and multi-day certification courses, skills clinics, flotillas, and seasonal events. Short experiences include the Intro-to-Sail two-hour cruise led by a USCG Captain/Instructor, and TGIF Sunset Sails on 30'–46' sailboats with a six-person limit for semi-private evenings. Practical skills clinics include Anchoring & Crew Overboard practice with on-water drills and role rotations.
Certification-focused programs include the US Sailing Basic Keelboat Series (three-day instruction with certified instructors) and the US Sailing Cruising to Bareboat five-day course that prepares participants for bareboat skipper certification. Powerboating options include a Powerboat Conversion class to train certified members on the Camano 31 trawler Clifford, taught by instructor Margaret Pommert, and a two-day US Basic Powerboat Cruising Series that leads to an international US Powerboating certification.
Community and event offerings feature the Founders Cup - Capri Race Finale and the Southern Crossing Flotilla, a four-day fall excursion in South Puget Sound. Each program emphasizes on-water practice, instructor guidance, small-group formats, and real-world seamanship skills to build competence and enjoyment on Puget Sound.
Location
Seattle, WA
Operating on Puget Sound waters
Certifications
US Sailing & US Powerboating
Courses that lead to formal certification
Signature Vessel
Clifford (Camano 31)
Used in Powerboat Conversion class
Trips Offered
11 trips
Range from 2-hour to multi-day courses
Reserve a spot for a day sail, clinic, or US Sailing/Powerboating course — small groups, expert instructors, real on-water training.
Bring a charged headlamp
Night operations and watch rotations require a reliable, red-filter headlamp to preserve night vision and read instruments.
Wear non-slip, closed-toe shoes
Expect wet decks and tight quarters during docking and anchoring drills—deck shoes or boots with good grip keep you safe.
Review your BPC notes
This is an advanced course; refresh Basic Powerboat Cruising concepts and systems checklists before arrival to maximize hands-on time.
Prepare for seasickness
Training includes underway and night passages; bring medication or patches if you are prone to motion illness.
USCG-approved PFD (personal flotation device)
Essential for all underway and night drills; bring a comfortable, properly sized PFD you can work in.
Waterproof headlamp with red-light mode
Hands-free illumination for night watches, chart work, and safety tasks while preserving night vision.
Foul-weather layers and waterproof jacket
Wind and spray are common in Puget Sound; breathable waterproof layers keep you focused during long watches.
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Basic tool and spare parts kit
Useful for hands-on genset and engine checks taught during the course; include common hand tools and spare fuses.