An Extended Weekend in Paradise

April 8 - 11, 2010

Come aboard for an extended weekend of discovery, adventure, growth and connection. You'll sail the sparkling clear Sea of Abaco in the Bahamas, explore the quaint out-islands, and snorkel and swim among breath-taking coral reefs. You'll be challenged to higher levels of teamwork, leadership, communication, and trust as you and your fellow sailors navigate, crew and captain our boat.  You'll relax, you'll grow, and you'll have the time of your life.

Where We Go and When
Captains Courageous begins on Thursday afternoon, April 8, and ends about noon on Sunday, April 11, both at Marsh Harbour in the Abacos, Bahamas.  We'll visit picturesque Hopetown, Baker's Bay, Man-o-War Cay, and other special Abacos locales in addition to sailing, swimming and snorkeling in some of the clearest water you'll find anywhere.  From some locations in the U.S., you can leave your home Thursday morning to be on the boat in the afternoon.  You'll be back in Marsh Harbour on Sunday in time for midafternoon flights home.

What We Do and Why to Come

All that we do during Captains Courageous - including sailing the boat - is designed to help you discover more about what makes you happy, what makes you successful, and how to create more of both the inner and outer experiences you want in your life. Personal and professional growth experiences are woven seamlessly into a vacation-like tropical adventure, sometimes through structured experiential activities, sometimes through facilitated conversations and coaching, and always through mindful attunement to individual and group dynamics.

Throughout the adventure, you will have the opportunity to hone your sailing skills—or learn the basics of sailing. You’ll share in every aspect of running a saiboat: steering, sail handling, anchoring, navigating, as well as the care and feeding of the crew (that's you!). There’ll be opportunities for snorkeling, beachcombing, and perhaps other water sports. You'll also have time ashore to experience the people and culture of the Bahamian islands.

You'll return home relaxed, expanded and energized.  Back home, you'll find that your memories, awareness and skills as a Courageous Captain will serve you well in your professional life, your home life, and your own interior life.  And if that weren't enough, you'll have had an outrageously great time with a great group of people!

The Sailboat

You'll be sailing aboard "Lightheart," a 2007 Hanse 400e sloop.  She's fast and light on her feet and easy to sail.  She features teak decks and cockpit shade above,  and light-filled spaciousness below.

What to Bring

Travel lightly – you won’t need much, and sailboats have limited stowage. You are likely to spend most of your time aboard in a swimsuit or shorts, and dress on the islands is very casual. You’ll receive a packing checklist when you register.

Travel
Several major airlines and smaller commuter lines have flights directly into Marsh Harbour from various points in Florida.  You should plan on arriving Marsh Harbour by noon on Thursday, Your return flight can be anytime after 2pm on Sunday. You will need to have a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your departure date as well as a round-trip or onward ticket.

What It Costs
The special price for this April 2010 adventure is US $1865, a significant discount from the regular price of $2650.  We are offering this discount as an investment in our world during these challenging economic times:  we know that you'll gain greater clarity, balance and perspective as a result of this adventure, and we know know that bringing those qualities home will be good for you, your family and coworkers, the economy, and the world. The fee includes everything once you board the boat: the Captains Courageous workshop plus accommodations aboard, meals and drinks, scheduled activities, equipment, and materials as well as sailboat and crew. Your transportation to and from Marsh Harbour and any other travel expenses are your responsibility.

Refunds and Cancellations

All payments are refundable, less a $200 administrative fee, until 60 days before departure.  Any refunds requested less than 60 days before departure will be made, less a $500 administrative fee, only if your space can be filled.  In the unlikely event Captains Courageous LLC should cancel the trip, your payments will be refunded in full.  However, no refunds will be made for delays or cancellations due to airline delays, weather or other acts of God, war, terrorism, or the end of time.  Captains Courageous reserves the right to cancel or postpone the trip should weather forecasts indicate unsafe sailing conditions.  Alternate plans will be made, either to sail in other areas or to use land-based facilities instead, or to postpone the trip. We highly recommend that you secure travel insurance to cover your expenses in such eventuality. Captains Courageous is not responsible for any direct or indirect costs that you incur related to planned or actual travel to or from the adventure.

How to Register

Click on "Sign Me Up!" for easy online registration. 

Or contact us for more information.

Getting Ready for Captains Courageous
No specific skills or advance preparation is necessary - we'll teach you what you need to know.  If you don’t know how to swim, however, it’s time to take lessons!  When you register, we'll send you a list of recommended reading and a packing list to help you make the most of your adventure.  If you want to begin exploring the Bahamas now, you might start at www.go-abacos.com.                                    

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