Policies & Waiver

Tipping captains and crew is customary and typically ranges from 15-20% of the fee.

Food & Spirits / Catering: BYOB/BYOF. Feel free to bring your own food and beverages. We do have a catering option for all cruises.

Catered food and drink is booked separately. We do allow alcoholic beverages in moderation, and only for the adults 21 years or older. We have plates, glasses, flatware, napkins, bottle openers, cork screw, ice and bottled water. We provide a cooler stocked with ice, sink and a cold refrigerator, which is why we do not allow you bring your own cooler.

What To Wear:. No flip flop sandals and high heels, no dark sole shoes. We suggest rubber-soled shoes, gym or deck shoes. Prior to your departure, please check weather conditions and dress appropriately. We suggest weather.com website for the current weather condition. Chicago weather is unpredictable, so be prepared for any occasion. Wear comfortable clothing, bring extra layers, and bring rain gear, if needed.

We highly recommend bringing a jacket for the evening sails. Even on sunny days, offshore breezes can be fairly cool. Other suggested items: hat, sunscreen, sunglass. If you plan to swim please bring a towel.

Fidos & Miss Kitties: We encourage sailors of all ages to climb aboard and enjoy the thrill of sailing; however we ask that you leave your furry companions at home. For safety reasons, we cannot allow pets on board.

Captain’s Choice: All Two Brothers Sailing Captains will do their best to ensure that all charters meet expectations, from departure to arrival back at the dock. Occasionally, cruises may be shortened, layovers may be necessary or other delays may occur due to weather and other factors beyond our control. We will honor any client request for a delayed departure or early return as long as it does not affect other scheduled sails. At

the time of sailing, if the Client requests and the Captain accepts a deviation from the original charter itinerary, any additional charges will due on return to the dock.

Chicago Weather: Let’s face it, weather is unpredictable and inclement weather cannot be avoided. At no time will we put anyone in danger. The Captain makes the final determination whether or not to sail. TBSC has no liability or responsibility for delays, cancellations or failure to furnish services when caused by Acts of God, inclement weather, rough seas, storm warnings, lightening, thunderstorms, heavy fog, very strong winds, government orders, labor disputes, legal prohibitions, third-party interferences, or any other causes beyond the control of our Captains or TBSC. When possible postponed charters will be rescheduled. If a reschedule is not possible due to time or other constraints, we will refund the amounts paid.

Cancellations During the Sail: At the Captain’s discretion, any charter may be canceled at any time without refund for any of the following reasons: passengers over-intoxicated, unconsciousness, aggravation of previous injury, illegal drug use, unruly or reckless behavior, perceived risk or threat to the operation of the boat or to others, criminal act or violation of local law and boating regulations, or behavior that distracts the Captain or Crew from their duties. Cancellations due to safety will not be rescheduled or refunded.

WAIVER – READ AND SIGN

While we do not foresee any issues during our charter, we ask that you read and acknowledge the following waiver provisions:

The Client indemnifies and holds harmless Two Brothers Sailing Adventures Chicago, Vagabond Sailing LLC and all officers, directors, employees, legal representatives and other agents, successors and assigns from and against any and all liabilities, losses, damages, penalties, costs and expenses on account of any claim, suit, action, demand, proceeding or anything of a similar nature made or brought against any of the indemnified parties as a result of the services performed on the Client’s behalf. In no event will TBSC be liable for any type of indirect, incidental or consequential damages, whether arising in contract or in tort, exceeding the amount paid for the charter. Further, the Client indemnifies and holds TBSC harmless against any loss, damage or expense incurred by TBSC by reason of any action or omission of the Client, its employee, agents, family, and guests. In short, if you break it, you pay for it. The Client agrees to pay and be held fiscally responsible and liable for any damage or loss (of course, excluding normal wear and tear), to the charter vessel, dock, other vessels in proximity, or TBSC property caused by the Client, or its employee, agent representative, guest, family member, or other guest of Client’s on board.

SWIMMING IS AT YOUR OWN RISK—

Your signature below indicates your acknowledgement and agreement to the “Rules, Regulations & Waiver” explaining the terms and

conditions for your sailing charter with Two Brothers Sailing Adventures Chicago.

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