June 2026 Edition: Issue #25 of Our Boating Newsletter

Welcome to our June Edition!

Ahoy, Reader!

Summer is finally here—and Narragansett Bay is coming alive.

The boats are in the water, harbors are filling up, and calendars are quickly booking with family outings, holiday weekends, festivals, and time spent with friends on the bay. Whether you're planning the perfect Father's Day gift, helping a recent graduate earn their boating certification, or securing a boat for the Fourth of July, now is the time to make your summer plans.

⭐ Featured This Month

🎁 Father's Day Gifts for Boaters

🇺🇸 July 4th Rentals & Charters

🎓 Boating Courses for New Grads

🎶 Newport Folk & Jazz Festival Charters

⚓ Private Lessons & New Owner Training

The best days on the water don't happen by accident—they happen because you planned ahead.

Let's make this your best boating season yet.

See you on the water. ⚓

🎁 Father’s Day Feature:

Give Dad “Gifts-on-the-Water” This Father’s Day

Still searching for a great Father’s Day gift? Give Dad an experience he’ll never forget—time on the water.

⚓ Choose from:

• Gift Certificates for charters, courses, or boat rentals
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• Private Lessons on his boat—build skills together or let Dad take the helm solo with one of our expert instructors
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• Rhumb Line Outfitters gear to keep him looking sharp at the helm

Whether he’s always dreamed of mastering docking skills or simply wants to spend the day cruising the bay, we have the perfect way to celebrate the dads who love the water.

🟢 Buy a Gift Certificate or Contact Us to Book

📩 Contact Captain Carol to plan your private group lessons on Dad’s boat or one of ours at carol@incommandri.com​

🇺🇸 July 4th Weekend is Coming—Reserve Your Boat Now!

Looking to kick off July 4th in style? Whether planning a relaxing day on the water or a weekend adventure, now’s the time to secure your boat for the 4th of July Weekend.

⚓ Choose from:
✔ Captained Charters – Sit back and relax while our experienced captains handle the helm
✔ Bareboat Rentals – For seasoned boaters ready to chart their course
✔ Full-Day or Half-Day Options – Flexible bookings to fit your schedule

🌊 Don't wait—holiday weekends fill fast!

🎓 Just Graduated? Get Licensed & Hit the Water!

Looking for a graduation gift they'll actually use? A boating safety course provides skills, confidence, and access to Rhode Island waters for years to come.

Congrats, Class of 2026! There’s no better way to kick off your next chapter than with a summer on the water—and if you're under 40 in Rhode Island, it's time to get certified.

Whether you’re heading off to college or into your career, a boating license is your ticket to freedom, confidence, and safe fun on the water.

Our boating safety courses and hands-on training will have you cruising in no time.

✅ US Powerboating & 1-Day RI & MA Boater Safety Courses available
✅ No experience required
✅ License meets RI state requirements
✅ Insurance discounts may apply
✅ The perfect gift for grads, too!

👉 Next US Powerboating Class June 11 & 12

👉 Next RI & MA 1-Day Boater Safety Course Class: June 21

Make this a memorable summer—get licensed, confident, and out there.

💍⚓ Summer Charters: Perfect for Celebrations

Celebrate effortlessly aboard Rendezvous, our Mainship Pilot 30.

Perfect for:

• Bridal parties
• Family gatherings
• Small group outings

Why guests love it:

• Spacious, shaded seating
• Classic New England comfort
• Swim platform + onboard shower
• Licensed captain included

Relax and enjoy—no logistics required.

👉 View Rendezvous & Request Availability

🌟 We’d Love Your Feedback

Trained with us recently?

Your review helps future boaters choose the right training—and helps us continue delivering real-world instruction.

🆕 New Courses & Training Opportunities

We’re expanding this season based on what boaters need most:
​navigation confidence, safety readiness, and real-world vessel knowledge.

❤️ CPR & First Aid Certification

Confidence on the water includes knowing what to do when something goes wrong.

This course provides essential life-saving training that meets requirements for both recreational boaters and professional licensing.

Course includes:

• Adult & child CPR
• AED usage
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• First Aid essentials

Format:

• Online learning (2–4 hours, completed before class)
• In-person skills session with certified instructor

Upon completion, you’ll receive an official CPR certification card.

🔎 Bow-to-Stern Dockside Assessment

Buying a boat, upgrading, or just want to truly understand your vessel?

This 3-hour private dockside consultation with a USCG Licensed Captain gives you a complete walkthrough of your boat’s systems and setup.

Covers:

• Propulsion systems, generators & charging
• Electronics, radar & navigation systems
• Safety equipment review
• Dock lines, departure setup & best practices
• Fueling and onboard systems

Optional add-on:
✔ 3-hour on-the-water training session for hands-on application

This is one of the most valuable ways to build confidence before the season begins.

⚓ Professional Courses: Turn Experience Into Opportunity

Thinking about taking boating beyond recreation?

Now is the time — before the season fills up.

6 Pack / Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) – U.S. Coast Guard (Domestic)

If you’ve ever dreamed of becoming a licensed captain and taking paying passengers on the water, this 80-hour course is your first step. Approved by the U.S. Coast Guard in lieu of the written exam, the OUPV—often called the “6 Pack License”—prepares you for your license application so you can operate passenger vessels upon Near Coastal, Great Lakes & Inland Waters.

This comprehensive training covers:

• Shiphandling – docking, maneuvering & close-quarters control
• Coastal Navigation – plotting, chart reading, and route planning
• Emergency Procedures – from man-overboard to onboard incidents
• Navigation Rules – understanding and applying the “rules of the road”
• Pollution Prevention – compliance and best practices
• Watchstanding – safe vessel oversight and responsibilities

If your goal is to earn your Master 100 Ton License but you don’t currently hold a license, start here. Through our partnership with Northeast Maritime Institute (NMI), graduates can access discounted online upgrades for the Master’s 100 GRT or Limited Master (Launch) credentials. Complete your OUPV with us by taking the short online upgrade and submitting all credentials together for maximum efficiency.

📢 This course fills up fast—secure your spot early!

Course starts October 13- November 21

Co-Requisites & Recommended Add-Ons:

• First Aid/CPR
• FCC Exam
  Upgrade OUPV to Master 100 Ton
• Upgrade Master 100 to Master 200 Ton

Required Materials:

• Plotting Tools (Dividers, Parallel Ruler, or Triangles)
  Calculator (TI-30 or TI-36)
  Pencils & erasers
• Training Charts (provided by NMI)

Price: $1,350 USD + cost of materials
​Class Size: Minimum 4, Maximum 10 students
​Location: In-Command Seamanship Training Center — One Phillips Street, Wickford, RI 02852
📞 401-472-3389

🧑‍✈️ OUPV / 6-Pack License + Application Assistance

Our USCG MMC License Assistance Program includes:

✔ 30-minute pre-course consultation
✔ 2 hours post-course personal assistance
✔ License level evaluation
✔ Forms, documentation & checklist review
✔ Ongoing NMC clarification support

Price: $195
Prerequisite: Enrollment in or completion of the OUPV course.

Professional licensing doesn’t have to be overwhelming.

🚤 Launch Operator – U.S. Coast Guard

16-hour, 2-day course meeting USCG requirements for:

• Limited Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels
• Launch Tender Service (Inland Waters)

Ideal for marinas, yacht clubs, and waterfront employers.

🌊 Launch Operator Lab

On-the-water professional refinement covering:

• Passenger loading
• Dock approach
• Mooring transfers
• Wind & tide management
• Professional communication

Next session: June 27

Available individually or as a discounted package with licensing.

📩 carol@incommandri.com
📞 401-4SAFETY

🌊 Wickford Boat Rentals: Spring Is Opening

🎶 Plan for the Newport Folk & Jazz Festivals – Book Your Charter Now!

It’s almost that time of year again—Newport’s iconic music festivals are right around the corner! Experience the magic of live music from the best seat in the house—your private chartered powerboat.

🎷 Newport Folk Festival
📅 July 24- 26, 2026
📍 Fort Adams State Park

🎷 Newport Jazz Festival
📅 July 31- August 2nd, 2026
📍 Fort Adams State Park

Wickford Boat Rentals offers half-day and full-day powerboat charters with a licensed captain—perfect for soaking in world-class performances from the water.

Whether you're a die-hard music lover or just looking to enjoy summer with a front-row view, our captained charters are the ultimate way to celebrate.

✨ Grab your crew, bring your favorite snacks, and enjoy the show in style!

📩 The festival organizers are sending us this year’s official lineup—stay tuned for updates in the next issue!

🟢 Ready to reserve your charter now?

Big National Boat Clubs Promise it All, But Many Rhode Island Boaters are Rethinking What Matters.

Why pay $5,000+ in upfront fees and $400+ monthly when you only want to get on Narragansett Bay a few weekends per season?

Local knowledge, flexibility, and actual cost savings are changing the conversation.

The Captain’s Club at Wickford Boat Rentals skips high entry costs and gives members 10-20% off every rental. No call centers. No complicated rules. It's easy booking with real Rhode Islanders who know the water.

Unused balances even roll over to the next season. Skip the “use it or lose it” hustle. And if you renew, your discount increases for every trip you’ve already taken.

ooking for a luxury cruise instead of driving the boat yourself? The new Admiral’s Club lets you and your guests relax aboard a beautiful Sabre 36 Express, with a captain and crew caring for the trip should you choose.
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ational clubs sell the dream of endless boats, but local boaters are picking community and real savings. If you had the choice, would you go big or stay local?
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📢 Spread the Word & Save: Captain’s Club Referral Bonus!

Love being on the water? Share the experience! When you refer a friend to our Captain’s Club, you’ll earn 10% off your next boat rental or training course just to introduce them to the adventure.

🚤 Already a Captain’s Club member?

Enjoy an extra 10% off your first rental of the season as our way of saying thanks!

⚓ Boating is better with friends—start saving today!

🚢 The Season Is Here

Boats are in the water.

Courses are filling.

Charters are booking.

The best weekends of summer are still ahead.

Whether you're training for your first season, upgrading your skills, planning a family adventure, or working toward a professional license, we're grateful to be part of your boating journey.

We look forward to seeing you on the water this summer.

⚓ See you out there.

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We’re passionate about building a vibrant community; your referrals mean the world to us. Together, let’s make 2026 our best season yet!

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Your journey on the water is important to us, and we're here to support every step of the way. Whether you're charting a course toward professional boating or enjoying the seas recreationally, In-Command Seamanship Training and Wickford Boat Rentals are your trusted partners.

We're just an email or phone call away for any questions or to register for our courses and rentals. Here's to smooth sailing and the adventures ahead!

Warm regards,

The Team at In-Command Seamanship Training & Wickford Boat Rentals

Captain Carol Beecher, carol@incommandri.com

Captain Dave Fetherston, dave@wickfordboatrentals.com

One Phillips Street, Wickford, RI 02852
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