Think driving a boat is something best left to the “experts”? Nah. At Girl Trips, I want you to know that captains aren’t born, they’re made. Usually right after someone says, “Wait, am I really allowed to drive this thing?” Not only can you Captain a Le Boat, but you get some pretty cool benefits when you do.
Here’s what happens when you take the wheel of a Le Boat:
1. You’re more capable than you give yourself credit for.
You might feel a flutter of panic the first time you steer a 40-foot boat toward a lock station. But once you do it (and trust me, you will), you’ll walk away knowing you can handle a lot more than you thought, both on the water and in life. Also baby bumpers. Just sayin’
2. Leadership doesn’t mean doing it alone.
Being captain isn’t about barking orders from the top deck. It’s about knowing when to ask for help, when to pass the rope, and when to throw a line or haul in the bowline. The best leaders are the ones who work with their crew, not above them.
3. Docking brings out everyone’s inner team player.
Pulling into a mooring spot is less high drama, more slow-motion teamwork. One person grabs the line, someone hops off to secure it, another keeps the boat steady. It’s calm, cooperative, and honestly kind of satisfying. You quickly learn who’s got a steady hand under a bit of pressure, and who’s already in the galley pouring drinks to celebrate another successful docking. Not gonna lie, you’ll feel like a total badass the first time you glide up alongside the dock like you’ve been doing it for years.
4. Letting go is a power move.
After your stint as captain, there’s magic in stepping back, lying on the deck, and watching someone else take the wheel. Surrendering control can be just as powerful as taking it.
5. Laughter is non-negotiable.
You will make mistakes. You might bump a dock. Someone will definitely shout “BRAKE!” (which doesn’t exist on a boat). And you’ll laugh until your sides hurt, which is exactly the point.
In all seriousness though…
Le Boat takes your safety seriously. You won’t be tossed the keys and left to figure it out—every guest gets a lesson before setting off, and no one is expected to do anything they’re not comfortable with.
And if captaining’s not your thing? That’s more than okay. These boats need navigators, dock line heroes, snack grabbers, playlist DJs, and someone to shout, “You got this!” from the bow. It’s the teamwork that makes the dream work baby (yes, it’s cheesy—but it’s true).
So are you in, Captain? Sign up for the Retreat on the Rideau now!
Uhhhh this was epic and I forgettable!