Sailing Adventures with Superior Charters' Clear Air
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
Half-day to multi-day
Fitness Level
Moderate physical fitness required to handle sails, move around the boat safely, and manage tasks during the charter.
Overview
Set sail on Lake Superior aboard the Clear Air, a 37-foot Jeanneau yacht from Superior Charters & Yacht Sales. Experience hands-on sailing adventures paired with comfortable accommodations for groups up to eight.
Clear Air - 37’ Jeanneau Sailboat
3 Cabins | Sleeps 8 | 2012
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of sailing on the Clear Air, a 37-foot Jeanneau sailboat, perfect for adventurous groups. With accommodations for eight, a fully equipped galley, and essential navigation tools, this charter promises unforgettable moments on the water. Embrace the freedom of the open sea and create lasting memories with friends or family.
Clear Air - 37’ Jeanneau Sailboat
About
- Year: 2012
- Length: 37'-2"
- Beam: 12'-4"
- Draft: 6'-4"
Accomodations
- Berths: 8
- Cabins: 3
- Heads: 1
Galley
- Icebox / Fridge: Refrigerator – Top Load – 3.6 cu ft
- Microwave: No
- Stove: 2 Burner Propane
- Oven: Yes
- BBQ Grill: LP Gas
Rig, Sails & Deck
- Rig: Sloop
- Mainsail: Conventional
- Headsail: Furling
- Bimini: Yes
- Dodger: Yes
Electronics
- Depth Sounder: Yes
- Knotmeter: Yes
- Navigation: GPS/Chartplotter
- Autopilot: No
- Stereo: Stereo CD
- Television: No
- Inverter: No
- Charging capabilities away from dock: 12V Outlets in each cabin and at Nav Station
Mechanical
- Water Tank: 53 Gallons
- Fuel Tank: 34 Gallons
- Holding Tank: 21 Gallons
- Heater: Dockside
- Generator: No
- Windlass: Electric
Equipped With
- Required Coast Guard safety gear
- Engine fuel
- Stove and BBQ grill (with gear & fuel)
- Refrigerator
- Complimentary consumable kit that includes paper towels, trash bags, dish soap, all-purpose cleaner, a sponge, matches/lighter stick and marine toilet paper.
- Depth Sounder
- GPS Navigation
Boats are not equipped with bed linens, towels or food seasonings.
Complimentary boarding is available any time after 6:00 p.m. the night before your charter begins.
Bareboat Charter Requirements
To ensure that you have a safe and enjoyable bareboat charter experience, we want to be sure that you and your crew are knowledgeable in handling the yacht you have chosen. We ask that you complete our Boating Resume & submit it to help us determine your sailing skill level.
To be a qualified skipper, we are looking for you to meet the following criteria:
- Recent charter experience aboard a vessel of similar size/type
- Or ownership of a vessel of similar size and type
- And/or completion of a qualified charter certification program
What to Bring (Packed in soft luggage, no rigid luggage)
- Sleeping bags, pillows, towels
- Warm clothing, rain gear, chapstick, insect repellant
- Sunscreen, bathing suit, sunglasses,
- Deck appropriate footwear (non-marking soled shoes), sweater or jacket, motion sickness pills, pain reliever
small flashlight and camera.
Food, seasoning, drinking water, dishcloth and dish towels.
Do Not Bring:
- Pets
- Coolers: only soft-sided coolers are allowed onboard while sailing.
- Tents: camping on the islands while chartering is not allowed.
- Kayaks: not allowed on any of our boats and are not allowed to be towed behind the boats.
- Smoking is not allowed
Adventure Tips
Bring soft-sided luggage only
Rigid luggage can damage the boat interior; pack soft bags for easy storage and safety.
Prepare for variable weather
Lake Superior weather can change rapidly; bring layered warm clothing and rain gear.
Use non-marking sole shoes
Wear deck-appropriate, non-marking footwear to protect the boat’s surfaces and maintain grip.
Check boating qualification requirements
Skippers must have recent experience or certification for a boat this size to ensure safe operation.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bald eagles soaring over the water
- Lake trout visible in clear offshore waters
History
Bayfield, established in the mid-19th century, has long been a hub for Great Lakes shipping and fishing, with rich maritime traditions influencing the local culture.
Conservation
Superior Charters promotes sustainable boating practices to protect Lake Superior’s pristine ecosystem and minimize human impact on fragile shorelines and aquatic life.
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Recommended Gear
Non-marking deck shoes
Protect the boat deck and maintain footing in wet conditions.
summer specific
Waterproof jacket
Stay dry and warm during sudden Lake Superior showers.
spring specific
Motion sickness medication
Helps prevent seasickness on choppy open water.
summer specific
Sunglasses with UV protection
Protect your eyes from sun glare reflecting off the water.
summer specific