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Our Fleet
S/V Madrona
35s5 Beneteau First
Multi-day Bareboat Charters &
Multi-day Captained Charters
Madrona
Sailing Trips offered on S/V Madrona
S/V Madrona is a 35s5 Beneteau First
Bareboat Charters
$3500/wk
There's so much to see and explore in Alaska! In 7 days and 6 nights, you could sail to glaciers in the Kenai Fjords National Park, anchor in secluded coves, or let the whales decide where you'll go! Since the sun hardly sleeps, you've got extra time to enjoy great hikes, amazing views, waterfalls, and wildlife! Cook it, grill it, bake it...Madrona is set up for wining and dining. See other trip options and rates on our Bareboat Charter page. *Experienced skipper's resume required.
Bareboat Get-a-way
$1,650
The perfect way to get away for a weekend! Sail from Seward Boat Harbor to nearby Thumb Cove and anchor up for the night. Beach-comb, build a driftwood fire, take a hike, or just chill on the boat for the night. With the Midnight Sun you can do it all! Wake up with the wildlife and sail off for a second night in Sunny Cove or Bull Dog Cove. (That's what we'd do anyways). *Experienced skipper's resume required. 3 days, 2 nights.
Captained Multi-day Trips
Starting at $1800
There's enough daylight in the summer to do it all! You'll enjoy a sail out to Thumb Cove or Bulldog Cove and not want to leave! Go ashore to hike and explore. Come back to your home on the water and enjoy Madrona's cozy conveniences at anchor. Dinner and Breakfast is provided. See other trip options and rates on our Captained Charters Page. *At anchor, expect no cell service. +Add ASA Basic to Bareboat charter certifications, additional fee.
All rates include 7% taxes and a cleaning fee. Check availability online. Please contact us to customize your trip.
Vessel Specs
1991 Beneteau First 35s5
Beam 11’8
Draft: 6’
Engine: Volvo Penta, 25hp 3-cylinder diesel
Avg Motoring speed 4-6 knots
Sails: North Sails brand: main sail, roller furling jib and 110 genoa, asymmetrical spinnaker, whisker pole and spinnaker pole.
Battery Power: 4 house batteries, 2 starter batteries
Renogy 2000w invertor *New 2024
Bluetti solar panel and 800w power bank with USBC and AC/DC plug-ins
Garmin chartplotter *New 2023
Garmin Wind Anenometer Tri data *New 2023
Auto Helm
Anchor: 33lb Rocna, 200’ rode + 40’ chain
Windlass: Simpson Laurence Windlass
Depth/Navigation: Garmin device is loaded with Navionics, depth is read from the bottom of the boat~6ft draft
Dinghy with oars and propane outboard.
Winch handles, sail covers,
Fuel tank: 23 Gal + 20 Gal jerry cans
Cabin heater, diesel fueled
Head: manual flush, 15 Gal black water tank
VHF radio: mounted at nav station, one hand-held with spare battery and charging port
Water Tank: 45 gal, additional 3 gal collapsible water jug
Galley: propane double burner stove and oven, 10 G tank
Built-in "fridge" powered by ice--and maybe glacier ice?
Double Sink, hot and cold water, foot pump sea water
First aid kit, 6 USCG life jackets, 2 throwable, EPIRB, Flares—flashing LED light, 2 Fire Extinguishers, smoke/CO2 detector,
Bear Spray
sail encore!
Sailing Trips offered on S/V Encore
Encore is a 1988 Hunter 28.5
ASA 101 Learn to Sail
Encore is a perfect boat for learning to sail. Keep it simple with the hank-on jib or beautiful blue genoa, and all lines led back to the cockpit. She's got the basics but sails like a performance boat.
Bareboat Charters
Starting at $600
*Experienced sailors can getaway for an overnight or multi-night sailing adventure. Ride the wind, explore, hike, beach-comb, and chase whales. Anchor out in secluded coves--glamping at it's finest. Encore comfortably sleeps 2-4, but up to 6.
*Sailing resume required.
Click on the Captained Charter or Bareboat Rates tab for more prices.
About the Vessel
Accommodations
Encore is perfect for families, couples, or close-friends, accommodating up to 6 people. The V-berth and aft cabin each fit queen-sized bedding, and the salon cushions open up two additional single beds.
Equipment
Encore is equipped with a main sail, headsail, 110 genoa, & a storm sail. She has a large house battery and inverter for 110 power. The galley has an alcohol fuel stove and pots/pans & dish-ware for cooking. Throw out the 33 lb anchor and row to shore to explore with a 12ft dinghy. *Note: anchor is pulled by hand, no windlass. For navigation, Navionics is integrated into our Garmin Navionics App is used for depth & navigation.
meet azzurra
Farr 38
1978 Farr 38' built in New Zealand for the 1977 One Ton Cup Sailing Race!
We trailered Azzurra up from California (2024).
For 2026 Azzurra is used personally during races with our Wlliam H Seward Yacht Club, and has available space for crewmembers.
Sign up as a race member and join our crew!
Ask us about 2-day racing courses!
Sporty Sailors only
For our more physically active and adventurous guests / students.
Sailing Azzurra is a more physically active ride for those who desire being part of the crew and have a need for speed. She is the only boat in our fleet with a tiller, making her a great addition to our sailing school!
Adults 18+ only.
Azzurra's Impressive History
This boat has the most fun, adventurous history of our fleet by farr ;)
Proud owners over the past five decades have documented impressive journeys aboard Azzurra. She's been around the world, and was originally S/V Jenny H, built in New Zealand,1978.
Complete history of Jenny H / Scalawag / Azzurra can be found at:
RB Sailing. A web site dedicated to documenting famous IOR racing. Azzurra's refit upgrades and sail inventory are documented on this webpage. Enjoy a youtube(s) of Azzurra racing in California, 2021.
Charters offered on Rastaman Vibration
For 2026 Charters, Rastaman is available for Day Sails & Evening Sails in Resurrection Bay, as well as for elopements and customized charters.
She's the perfect size for your small private group of up to 6. Also equipped for cruising, Rastaman occasionally sails away on multi-day charters and classes too!
Beneteau First 32.5
Rastaman is a performance boat, perfect for experiencing a great day out sailing in Resurrection Bay! She's the perfect size for your small private group of up to 6. Also equipped for cruising, Rastaman occasionally sails away on multi-day charters and classes too!
Another 35.s5 Beneteau First?
That's right! We got another sister ship of Madrona and Rastaman!
S/V Merlot is being prepped to join our fleet of well-equipped boats and will be used for sailing courses this year.