So what is a Boat Bum?
A boat bum is a term used to denote a subculture, the characteristics of which may include aspects of, but do not necessarily extend to the beach bum, surfer, gypsy or bohemian subcultures. Jimmy Buffett is a famous archetypal boat bum.
The members of this subculture are typically water loving people who enjoy spending time sailing, relaxing, exploring and typically live on a boat. As such, the life of a boat bum is usually one of leisure and fun punctuated by moments of sheer terror. This holds true if the particular boat bum is a coastal cruiser, blue water cruiser, an around the world cruiser, or just someone who enjoys island hopping and traveling from port to port.
Life Between the Sheets?!
On a sailboat the ropes controlling the sails are referred to as sheets. The front sail or jib has two sheets that are led to the back of the boat along either side of the boat, so if you live, work or ride on a sailboat you have lived between the sheets!
Cap'n Michael
Cap’n Michael owns and operates Boat Bumz and East Carolina Sailing. He holds a USCG Master’s license with Sailing Endorsement and has been on and around boats all his life. He has spent the last few years sailing the sounds of North Carolina, Chesapeake Bay and the Caribbean. Since October of 2010 he has logged more than 3000 miles and spent more than 80 days at sea. Delivering boats from Maine to Tortola and playing Charter Captain from New Jersey to Key Largo, on sailboats ranging from a 31′ sloop to a 72′ ketch. He is an ASA and US Sailing Certified Instructor and is dedicated to teaching you the art of sail.
Jane
Jane puts the “z” in Boat Bumz . She currently has completed her ASA Basic Keelboat Certification (101), her Basic Coastal Cruising Certification (103), and is working towards her Bareboat Certification (104). She looks forward to honing her skills in the art of sailing as it gives her more opportunities on the water to enjoy her hobbies as an avid birdwatcher, kayaker, hiker, wildlife photographer and artist.
Formerly the owner/instructor of her own Shotokan Karate Dojo, she holds a Sandan (3rd Degree Black Belt). She craves adventures, challenges and visiting new places and cultures.
