Boater Gift Guide
Grant Headifen

About Grant Headifen

Grant Headifen is a USCG-certified Master Mariner (50-Ton), founder of NauticEd, and one of the sailing world's most recognized educators. With 46 years on the water, charters across 40+ global destinations, 5 sailing books, 30+ online courses, and 300,000+ students worldwide, Grant brings real-world expertise to every article. He pioneered fractional boat ownership through SailTime and serves on the Texas Boater Safety Advisory Board. NauticEd is the only U.S. sailing education body recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard under American National Standards.

Entries by Grant Headifen

Boater Gift Guide

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Sailor gift ideas – Sailing is the gift that keeps giving whether by helping someone achieve their goals with a sailing course or the ultimate of gift of a sailing vacation.

Greece vs Croatia

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Both Greece and Croatia offer unparalleled sailing experiences, each with its own unique charm, beauty, and cultural heritage. Whether you’re exploring the sun-drenched islands of Greece or the rugged coastline of Croatia, a yacht charter vacation in the Mediterranean promises adventure, relaxation, and unforgettable memories on the water. 

Sailing to a Mooring Ball

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Sailing up to a mooring ball is an advanced skill. It will definitely prove your finesse for handling the boat and managing the crew.

Bareboat Yacht Charter Competency

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Being competent on a yacht charter is paramount. BUT how do you know you’re competent, what is competence and how do you measure competence. NauticEd uses the American National Standards which is prescribed by the US Coast Guard.