Ben Stickney

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Chapin, South Carolina USA

Level V Captain Rank Qualified Sailing Instructor / Assessor

Level V Bareboat Charter Master Rank Qualified Powerboat Instructor / Assessor

Master Captain Ben Stickney, a Naval Academy graduate, combat fighter pilot, and seasoned professional sailor, has taught students worldwide some of the most challenging skills to master. With experience piloting everything from nuclear-powered aircraft carriers to large yachts and ocean-going sailing vessels, Ben brings unparalleled expertise to the water. Based on Lake Murray, South Carolina, he runs PilotCoveVentures.com, offering powerboat lessons, sailing lessons, charters, and tours tailored to any experience level. Holding both a 100 Ton Coast Guard Master License and a US Navy Offshore Sailing Skipper qualification, Ben ensures his students HAVE FUN while gaining the skills and confidence needed to excel on the water!

Credentials

NauticEd Credentials

NauticEd System Knowledge Expert NauticEd System Knowledge Expert
Transformational Instructor Course Graduate Transformational Instructor Course Graduate
American National Standards Instructor/Assessor American National Standards Instructor/Assessor
SLC Instructor/Assessor SLC Instructor/Assessor
  • Level V Captain Rank Qualified Sailing Instructor / Assessor
  • Level V Bareboat Charter Master Rank Qualified Powerboat Instructor / Assessor
  • American National Standards Instructor/Assessor
  • SLC Instructor/Assessor - Sail
  • SLC Instructor/Assessor - Power

Other Credentials

USCG Master 100T Near Coastal with Sail/Tow USN Offshore Sailing Skipper Qualification

Associated practical schools

Publications

Read the Expert Articles Ben Stickney has written

All Locations

Lake Murray

Columbia, SC 29036 USA

Penobscot Bay

Hampden, ME 04444 USA

Charleston

Charleston, SC 29492 USA
Notes: Flexible to travel and help with SLC instruction and skippering anywhere globally. Just contact me!

Training and assessment

Sail Practical Training Courses

Power Practical Training Courses

International License Training/Assessment

Notes: Maxum 41, Catalina 30, Sportsman Heritage 241

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