In-Command Seamanship Training

In-Command Seamanship Training In-Command is a new certified US Powerboating training center in partnership with Wickford Boat Rentals! Be Safe, Be Sure, Be In-Command!

07/17/2026

You remember the first time you took the helm in Rhode Island waters and thought, “I could do this for real.”

You can. And you can get paid for it.

With an OUPV “6-pack” captain’s license, you can run charters, small tours, fishing trips, or specialty outings, up to 6 passengers on boats up to 100 gross tons, up to 100 miles offshore.

That is a big shift from “weekend boater” to “professional captain.”

What I like about this program is how practical it is:
• 80-hour USCG-approved course that counts in place of the exam
• Flexible options (two-week days, nine-week nights, or a hybrid setup)
• Clear list of what you need, from sea time and TWIC card to drug test and CPR
• A real USCG-licensed captain walking you through each step, not leaving you guessing

You can even line up your OUPV with the Upgrade to Master 100-ton course if you want to go further without losing momentum.

If you are a Rhode Island boater thinking about 2027, ask yourself: will you still be running friends around the bay, or will you be running paid trips under your own license?

What is the biggest thing holding you back from getting your captain’s license right now? 🤔


https://www.incommandri.com/master-your-maritime-skills-oupv-captains-license/

New Owner Training: Protect Your InvestmentBuying or upgrading your boat?Insurance companies often require formal traini...
07/16/2026

New Owner Training: Protect Your Investment

Buying or upgrading your boat?

Insurance companies often require formal training — and even if they don’t, your confidence will.

We design custom programs tailored to your boat, including:

Rules of the Road
Systems & safety walkthroughs
Docking & low-speed maneuvering
Open-bay cruising
Anchoring & shore power transitions
Experienced across:
Single & twin screw
Thrusters & joystick controls
Pod drives (IPS & Zeus)

Training built around your boat and your goals.

401-4SAFETY
[email protected]

You remember the first time you took the wheel and thought, “I could do this for real.”You feel at home on the water.Now...
07/15/2026

You remember the first time you took the wheel and thought,
“I could do this for real.”

You feel at home on the water.

Now you want your skills to count for something bigger.

Not just weekend trips, but a real license, real responsibility, real trust.

That jump from “good boater” to “licensed captain” can feel confusing.

Age rules, sea time, exams, medicals, safety courses, Coast Guard forms.
Miss one detail and you lose time and momentum.

What changes once you hold a US Coast Guard boat captain’s license?

You can turn that love for the water into paid trips.

You can carry passengers as a pro, not as “the friend with the boat.”

You understand rules, charts, and risk in a way casual boaters never see.

You train for real emergencies, not just sunny days.

In-Command Seamanship Training breaks it down step by step,
from OUPV to Master 100 GT, with real sea skills, not just test prep.

If you already run boats, what was the hardest part of getting your license?

If you are just starting, what is holding you back right now?

Share your path in the comments, someone else needs to hear it. ⛵
https://www.incommandri.com/how-to-get-your-us-coast-guard-boat-captains-license-guide/

If you run a small powerboat in Rhode Island, your habits matter as much as your hardware.You can learn safe handling in...
07/15/2026

If you run a small powerboat in Rhode Island, your habits matter as much as your hardware.

You can learn safe handling in a 16-hour, 2-day course that combines classroom instruction with on-the-water practice.

You cover docking, close-quarters maneuvering, anchoring, person-in-water rescue, navigation rules, fueling procedures, and more.
No prior experience is required.

Your own boat can even be used for the on-the-water portion if that works better for you.

The course is NASBLA-approved, and it can help you earn a Safe Powerboat Handling Certificate and a State Boating Education Card.

If you want to sharpen your boat-handling before your next season on the water, take the next course and build that confidence now.

What skill do you want to improve first, docking, anchoring, or close-quarters control?


https://www.incommandri.com/events/us-powerboating-start-powerboating-right-safe-powerboat-handling/

Photo Credit: National Safe Boating Council

So you want to wear the captain’s hat for real, not just in photos? 🧢You might be closer than you think.When you go for ...
07/15/2026

So you want to wear the captain’s hat for real, not just in photos? 🧢

You might be closer than you think.

When you go for a US Coast Guard boat captain’s license, you are not just chasing a piece of paper. You are proving you can take charge of a boat, people, and real risk on the water.

A few things surprise a lot of people:
You can start the process at 18.
Your “sea time” (actual days on the water) matters more than you think.
There are different paths, like OUPV and the Master 100 Gross Tons route, depending on what you want to run.

What really sets you apart is serious, hands-on seamanship training.

Plotting real routes with dividers and parallel rulers, reading charts, standing a proper watch, handling the boat in tight spots, drilling safety, and getting comfortable with the rules that keep people alive.

That is where you grow from “I know how to run my boat” to “others trust me with theirs.”

You open doors to work as a captain, commercial fisherman, marine surveyor, or in other on-the-water roles where confidence and safety are non-negotiable.

Here is a question to think about (and to share in the comments):

If you already spend time on the water, what is the one skill you think every new captain should have before they ever carry passengers for hire?

Curious about the full path, requirements, and what the training actually looks like day to day?

You can walk through the complete guide here:

https://www.incommandri.com/how-to-get-your-us-coast-guard-boat-captains-license-guide/

🛥 New Owner Training: Protect Your InvestmentBuying a new boat or upgrading to a larger vessel?Insurance companies often...
07/15/2026

🛥 New Owner Training: Protect Your Investment
Buying a new boat or upgrading to a larger vessel?

Insurance companies often require formal training — and even if they don’t, your confidence will.

We design custom programs tailored to your boat, including:
Rules of the Road
Systems & safety walkthroughs
Docking & low-speed maneuvering
Open-bay cruising
Anchoring & shore power transitions
Experienced across:
Single & twin screw
Thrusters & joystick controls
Pod drives (IPS & Zeus)
Every lesson is tailored specifically to your boat, your experience level, and your boating goals

📞 401-4SAFETY
📩 [email protected]
https://www.incommandri.com/new-owner-training/

You still remember the first time you took the helm.The quiet before the wake. The mix of excitement and responsibility....
07/13/2026

You still remember the first time you took the helm.

The quiet before the wake. The mix of excitement and responsibility.

Now you are thinking about turning that feeling into a license and a real path on the water.

To get your US Coast Guard boat captain's license, you need more than sea stories.

You need sea time, a Coast Guard approved course, written exams, and a clean medical and legal record.

What often gets overlooked is the part that happens between the classroom and the wheel.

Hands-on training, real charts under your fingers, and someone next to you who has already made the hard calls in rough conditions.

In-Command Seamanship Training shows you how that looks in practice.

You work on coastal navigation, watchstanding, ship handling, maritime law, and safety.

You can even choose a 2-and-a-half-weekday format or a twelve-week night course for the Master Upgrade, so you can keep your day job while you build your next chapter on the water.

You do not just chase a license number.

You build the confidence to take people out and bring them back, no drama, no guesswork.

What was the moment that made you say, "I should get my captain's license"?

Share your story below, or your best lesson learned on the water. ⛵

https://www.incommandri.com/how-to-get-your-us-coast-guard-boat-captains-license-guide/

Summer boating season is in full swing across Rhode Island, and the best days on the water are still ahead.Newport Folk ...
07/13/2026

Summer boating season is in full swing across Rhode Island, and the best days on the water are still ahead.

Newport Folk Festival and Newport Jazz Festival charters are filling up, while July and August bring the final scheduled recreational group courses of the season.

The latest newsletter includes:
• Captained charters for Newport's summer festivals
• Private lessons on your boat or ours
• Docking, boat handling, and boater safety courses
• Women In-Command training
• CPR and First Aid certification
• New owner training for powerboats and sailboats
• Fall OUPV, Launch Operator, and professional licensing courses

One course begins with a simple goal: helping you feel more confident leaving and returning to the dock.

Another helps turn boating experience into a path toward a USCG license.

If you're a Rhode Island boater, what would help you most this summer: better docking skills, a private lesson, a family charter, or professional training?

Join the newsletter for course updates, boating resources, charter news, and seasonal opportunities from In-Command Seamanship Training and Wickford Boat Rentals.


https://in-command-seamanship-training.kit.com/posts/summer-is-here-newport-festivals-summer-courses-last-chance-for-group-training?

07/10/2026

Summer boating in Rhode Island comes with a short window, and the best plans start early.

Newport Folk Festival and Newport Jazz Festival charters are already on the radar for many boaters who want a private captain, a comfortable powerboat, and a front-row view from the water.

At the same time, July and August are the final months for scheduled recreational group training this season.

Upcoming opportunities include:
• Safe Powerboat Handling on August 1 and 2
• Women In-Command on August 8
• Dock-Pro docking instruction on August 8
• CPR and First Aid certification on August 9
• Private lessons and new owner training on your own boat
• Fall OUPV and Launch Operator licensing courses

The newsletter also covers summer charters for family celebrations, dockside boat assessments, professional crew training, and ways to prepare for more confident boating this season.

Which skill would make the biggest difference for you on the water this summer: docking, navigation, emergency readiness, or boat systems?

Join the newsletter for course announcements, boating tips, charter updates, and seasonal opportunities for Rhode Island boaters.

https://in-command-seamanship-training.kit.com/posts/summer-is-here-newport-festivals-summer-courses-last-chance-for-group-training?

07/09/2026

Our next newsletter "☀️ Summer Is Here: Newport Festivals, Summer Courses & Last Chance for Group Training" is coming today.

Subscribe to get it and stay in the loop on everything we are creating.

https://in-command-seamanship-training.kit.com

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