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Ready to captain larger sailboats? Discover how the Auxiliary Sail Endorsement at the Antique Boat Museum can elevate your maritime skills and open new sailing horizons.
Ready to captain larger sailboats? Discover how the Auxiliary Sail Endorsement at the Antique Boat Museum can elevate your maritime skills and open new sailing horizons.
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Operated by Antique Boat Museum · Clayton, New York
Moderate.
6–8 hours.
Moderate fitness required; participants should be comfortable with outdoor activity.
Participants should have basic sailing experience and a valid sailing license if applicable.
The program duration varies but typically lasts 2-3 days, including classroom and practical sessions.
No, the course is conducted using the museum's vessels and equipment.
Yes, completing the course qualifies you to apply for the Auxiliary Sail Endorsement to enhance your Master’s license.
Some basic sailing experience is recommended to fully benefit from the program.
Winter courses are primarily theoretical; practical sessions are limited during colder months.
The Antique Boat Museum has preserved maritime history since 1960, showcasing classic boats from the region's rich boating heritage.
The museum actively promotes sustainable boating practices by educating visitors on preserving lake ecosystems.
Antique Boat Museum, located in Clayton, New York in the scenic 1000 Islands, is North America's premier freshwater boating museum. The museum preserves and interprets the region's recreational and commercial boating heritage through collections, exhibits, and hands-on programs. Visitors can explore a collection of over 300 unique boats spanning runabouts, powerboats, houseboats, and rare classics, showcased in indoor galleries and an active boatyard. Educational programming includes guided tours of the historic 106' houseboat La Duchesse, bronze casting workshops led by master craftsman Michael Saari, and practical training courses for mariners. Certified courses and endorsements available at the museum include the Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV - 6 Pack), Assistance Towing Endorsement, Auxiliary Sail Endorsement, and upgrade pathways toward Master/Mate credentials up to 100 GRT. These courses combine classroom instruction with on-water experience under volunteer captains. Seasonal river cruises feature intimate 45-minute rides aboard a 30' Hacker Craft with small passenger limits to ensure a personal experience. General admission grants all-day access to exhibits, special events, and boat shows, including one of the longest-running boat shows in the region. The museum also accepts donations and supports preservation through membership and volunteer programs. Antique Boat Museum serves historians, mariners, and families seeking an immersive waterfront experience. Its combination of curated collections, active restoration, practical training, and community events makes it a trusted destination for freshwater boating heritage in Clayton, New York. The museum's volunteer-driven programs and public events promote preservation, skills training, and community engagement across the Thousand Islands region year-round.
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