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From the Wheelhouse: How to Put Your Boat to Work

It’s no secret that owning and operating your own boat is rewarding…but expensive. Like so many boaters, you may have wondered what it would take to earn a little income off your boat. There’s the thought of offering it for bareboat charters, or getting your captain’s license to become a bona fide charter captain.

But before you get carried away, there are a number of requirements to consider besides a simple captain’s license. Maritime law expert Todd Lochner sits down with the Annapolis School of Seamanship’s founder, John Martino, and vice president, Matt Benhoff, breaking down how to earn money off your boat.