Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pacific NW Expeditions? Pacific NW Expeditions, LLC provides professional sailing instruction and sailboat delivery assistance to skippers in the greater Puget Sound region and beyond. We adhere to the highest maritime standards. Our captains hold USCG Master 100-ton licenses and current US Sailing instructor certification. Our website also serves as a resource for those seeking local knowledge of the Inside Passage to Alaska, through our extensive journals on the area.
How do insure my sailboat for delivery?
It’s easy! The Pacific NW Expeditions delivery skipper’s name is placed on the owner’s insurance policy for the duration of the delivery as “other named insured” which protects all parties involved. It’s easy as placing a phone call with your vessel insurance carrier.
Where does Pacific NW Expeditions operate?
Pacific NW Expeditions delivers vessels along the entire Pacific coast, from Mexico to Alaska. We operate out of Port Townsend, WA. Lessons and weekend cruises are carried out in the greater Puget Sound area. We offer extensive voyages on the Inside Passage to Alaska and custom cruises to any port-of-call!
How long does a delivery take?
Duration depends on route and time of year the delivery is carried out. Generally, winter deliveries can be expected to take longer due to layover days caused by inclement weather. Pacific NW Expeditions prides itself with a perfect safety record.
What types of sailboats does Pacific NW Expeditions deliver?
Pacific NW Expeditions sailboat deliveries are as diverse as our clients. Typically, we deliver sailboats in the 27-55 foot range.
Testimonials
“Peter, thanks for helping bring “Time Bandit” back from Hawaii. It was a great adventure and you are a pleasure to sail with. If I ever have another delivery to make offshore I would not hesitate to invite you along again”
–Bob Brunius, s/v “Time Bandit”
“I have asked Captain Frost to help skipper my 5-ton cutter on several occasions, but I was never more thankful for his knowledge, safety awareness, and quick thinking than the bitter cold winter day that we ended up in a strong gale with spray freezing on the decks and rigging. I don’t imagine I would have made it back safely without his help.”
–Dean Wallace
“I’ve sailed on Silent Partner with Peter on many occasions, from day-long sails, to a month long trip from Bellingham to Juneau. I’ve always had a great time, which is one of Peter’s priorities. But before that is the safety and condition of his boat. I’ve always felt like he knew what to be prepared for and had the necessary equipment and knowledge to do that. I’ll never forget sailing by icebergs and watching glaciers calve into fjords off the Inside Passage… some incredible adventures I’d jump at the opportunity to do again.”
–Lee Harrison-Smith
“I went over to the boat today. 35 knot gusts, 18 foot swells, rain and more rain! Guess we picked a good time to make the trip! We’re ready to do it again! Kim loved it.
Thanks for your hard work and thoughtfulness in making this a successful adventure!
We both would like to do another trip together with you.”
–Pete Thanos, s/v “Angele”
