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How Captains Run a Boat in Orange Beach (Lessons Learned from Local Pros)


By Meredith Folger Amon, Licensed in Alabama and Florida
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Running the waters around Orange Beach, across Old River by Ono Island, and out the pass into the Gulf is a masterclass taught daily by seasoned captains—tow operators, charter skippers, and neighbors with thousands of local hours. The practices below reflect what those captains consistently do and the lessons they’ve shared.

Boating and Yachts Orange Beach Alabama Wharf

Reading the Water (What Experienced Captains Watch)

  • Color & texture: Greener/clearer often means deeper; tan or tea-colored water with tight ripples (“cat’s paws”) can mark shoals. A narrow…

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How to Obtain Your Captain’s Boater License in Alabama: Insights and Tips


As a local expert real estate advisor in Orange Beach, Alabama, I’m fortunate to work with many buyers and sellers who embrace the boating lifestyle. While I don’t have a captain’s license myself, I’ve gathered valuable insights from conversations with captains, yacht brokers, and marina professionals. If you’re considering earning your captain’s license to explore new opportunities or enhance your boating skills, here’s a guide based on what I’ve learned.

Alabama Boating Captain's License

Understanding the Basics

To captain a vessel for hire in Alabama—or anywhere in the U.S.—you’ll need a license from the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). Most people begin with the OUPV/Six-Pack Captain’s License,…

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