Gain Confidence on the Water — Expert Boat Training & Scenic Charters

Captain Morgan's Boat Training & Charters, LLC — Connecticut River Boat Training and Charters

Captain Morgan's Boat Training & Charters, LLC offers focused boat training and family-friendly charters on the Connecticut River. With over 20 years of sailing experience and specialized instruction for intermediate boaters, the company provides hands-on lessons and guided rides aboard a 19-foot bowrider and advanced training on 30-foot twin-engine cruisers.

Featured Trips and Training

• One Hour of Intermediate Level Boat Training — concentrated, practical coaching for intermediate skills.
• Two Hours of Intermediate Level Boat Training — extended practice for confident handling of larger boats.
• Training on Your Boat With Captain Joy — personalized instruction delivered on the customer's vessel.
• Training with Captain Dave — twin-engine cruiser training for operators moving up to 30-foot cruisers.
• Two Hour Fun Boat Ride — family-friendly outing; food and drinks welcome.
• Full Moon River Night Tour — scenic evening cruise under moonlight along riverbanks.

Why Choose These Boat Training and Charter Services

Experienced captains: Captain Morgan and Captain Dave bring decades of local knowledge and practical seamanship.
Personalized instruction: Lessons are tailored to the boat type, whether a 19-foot bowrider or a 30-foot cruiser.
Safety-first approach: Training emphasizes situational awareness, safe docking, and engine handling.
Easy booking: Text 860-416-0200 to verify vessel and location and match with the right captain.

What to Expect on a Training Session or Charter

• Pre-trip vessel and location verification to ensure proper captain assignment.
• Hands-on, scenario-based training focused on boat handling, docking, navigation, and engine management.
• Family-oriented charters with comfortable seating and space for personal food and beverages.
• Evening full moon tours that highlight river scenery and local wildlife.

Ideal Customers and Use Cases

This service is ideal for:

• Boaters who recently upsized to larger vessels.
• Operators transitioning from single-engine to twin-engine cruisers.
• Families seeking relaxed, scenic outings.
• Anyone wanting targeted, professional instruction on their own boat or a provided vessel.

Booking and Practical Details

Text 860-416-0200 to confirm vessel details and location before booking. Verification ensures the correct captain and equipment are assigned to each session. Trips generally run as one-hour or two-hour sessions and can be scheduled seasonally in spring and beyond.

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Training Curriculum and Progression

Training follows a clear curriculum designed to build confidence and competence. Initial sessions review boat systems, engine checks, and pre-departure safety. Intermediate modules cover docking under various conditions, close-quarters maneuvering, anchoring techniques, and basic navigation using charts and GPS. Twin-engine instruction with Captain Dave includes engine synchronization, throttle coordination, and emergency procedures specific to multi-engine vessels. Each lesson concludes with a debrief and actionable next steps.

Safety & Credentials

All instructors emphasize safety briefings, life jacket use, and local navigation rules. The captains’ decades of experience translate into practical tips for avoiding hazards and handling seasonal river currents. Pre-trip verification by text ensures the vessel and captain pairing fits the planned training objectives.

Book early for spring and summer slots; text 860-416-0200 for personalized recommendations and availability, and secure preferred dates.