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How to get a Captain's License | Nautical School Owner Explains New Boating Law

January 30, 2025 • Captain Gaige • Season 1

Thinking about getting your Captain’s License? Need a captain’s license renewal or upgrade? Whether you’re looking to captain a charter boat, ferry, towboat, powerboat, or sailboat, this video is your complete guide! Recorded live at the NY Boat Show at the Javits Center, we sit down with Capt. Michael Vanadia, owner of Nautical School, to break down everything you need to know about becoming a licensed captain.

What You’ll Learn in This Video:

✅ How to Get Your Captain’s License – Step-by-step process to enroll and succeed

✅ What to Do First – Requirements, sea time, and paperwork explained

✅ Common Mistakes to Avoid – Do’s and don’ts for new captains

✅ Upgrading Your Captain’s License – How to go from OUPV (6-pack) to Master and beyond

✅ Renewing Your Captain’s License – Process, deadlines, and how to stay compliant

✅ Why Choose Nautical School? – Hands-on training tailored to your needs

About Nautical School

Capt. Michael & Amanda Vanadia operate Nautical School, a premier maritime licensing school with locations across the tri-state area. Whether you’re a first-time captain or need a license renewal or upgrade, their expert instructors provide personalized training to ensure you’re prepared. Visit nauticalschool.com to learn more and enroll today!

Who Should Watch?

⚓ Aspiring captains looking to get their first OUPV (6-pack) or Master license

⚓ Charter captains, ferry captains, and tow captains needing a license renewal or upgrade

⚓ Boat owners and sailors attending the NY Boat Show

⚓ Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast listeners who love all things maritime and boating

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