Our Programs
Our mission is to inspire a passion for lifelong seamanship and the environment. Every program here serves that mission, and every program fee directly funds free youth sailing and community instruction on the Outer Banks.

Sunset Sail
Sunsets over the Pamlico are magic on Hatteras Island. This is our most popular cruise — book as soon as you have your rental house dates. A portion of every charter directly funds free youth sailing programs on Hatteras Island.

Adult Learn to Sail
A structured 4-week sailing course for adults on Pamlico Sound. Two morning sessions per week — learn seamanship, boat handling, and the points of sail from certified instructors.

Half Day Charter
4 hours is perfect for exploring the secret islands and sandbars of Pamlico Sound stretching from Avon to Hatteras Village. Your private charter, your itinerary. A portion of every charter directly funds free youth sailing programs on Hatteras Island.

Cape Explorer Camp
Introductory 5-day weekday sailing and boating camp for children. Many participants have never sailed, boated, or swum before joining. Large and small boats, certified instructors, and a welcoming community.

Large Group Flotilla
More than 6 in your group? You need more boats and captains — and we are here for you. Flotilla pricing is tailored to your group size and itinerary. A portion of every charter directly funds free youth sailing programs on Hatteras Island.

Adult Training Programs
Private adult sailing instruction on Pamlico Sound — from a focused 4-hour lesson to a customized 3-to-5-day training program. All experience levels welcome. US Sailing certified instructors.

Local Youth Development Program
Introduction camps are just the first step. Our year-round development program is for youth who love the water and want to keep growing — session by session, season by season.

Beach Cat Sailing Lesson
Beach cat sailing is the fastest, most exciting sailing you can find — wet, wild, and a whole lot more fun with real training. Get certified to rent our beach cats, no questions asked.

Cape Explorers Camp
Don't let your child mope around on vacation mornings. Get them out on the water learning to be masters of the ocean — at our Cape Explorers Camp. Your program fee also funds free sailing for local Hatteras Island youth.

Beach Cat Rental
Low-cost beach cat rental for qualified community sailors — making independent sailing accessible and sustainable on Pamlico Sound.

Skiff Rental
High-performance sailing access for experienced community sailors — the American 19 on Pamlico Sound.

Full Day Sail
A full day of relaxation on the water. 'nuff said. A portion of every charter directly funds free youth sailing programs on Hatteras Island.

Dolphin & Wildlife Tour
Learn about dolphins, tides, inlets, and barrier islands right in Hatteras Inlet. A portion of every tour directly funds free youth sailing programs on Hatteras Island.

Stiletto X Charter
Sailing these boats since he was a boy, Capt. Jay went on to develop and build the new Stiletto X Series — and here it is. Charter it for a sunset, half day, or full day. Love it? It's for sale, or he can build you one. A portion of every charter directly funds free youth sailing programs on Hatteras Island.
Your participation makes a difference
Hatteras Community Sailing is a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Every program fee you pay directly funds free and reduced-cost sailing for youth and underserved members of the Outer Banks community. No child is turned away for inability to pay.
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