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HOME SHORE FACTS
Length: 62 ft.
Beam: 17 ft.
Draft: 8 ft.
Weight: 77 tons
Type: Western Combination
Built: Laconner, WA, 1944
Cruising speed: 8.5 knots
"We've experienced five commercial kayak tours, and we truly feel yours was the best. Home Shore's conversion allows guests to experience luxury and comfort on a traditional vessel."
~Peg & Gene Larson, Washington State
Home Shore bow
EQUIPMENT LIST
Main engine: Caterpillar 343
Electrical: 12, 32, & 110 V.,
alarm system. 2 32 V banks,
3 12 V batts, 2200 watt
solid state inverter 32/110 V.
Electronics: 2 radars,
2 VHF radios, sat. phone,
auto-pilot, nav. Software
w/ laptop, GPS, SSB radio,
CB radio,2 depth sounders.
Hydraulics: Anchor winch,
deck winch, 2 boom winches,
topping lift winch, steering.
Ground Tackle: 200 lb.
Forfjord anchor, 120 ft. half-in.
chain, 500 ft. 9/16" cable.
Safety Equipment: Exposure
Suits, life vests, life raft,
signaling gear, emergency
locator beacon.
Auxiliary Vessels: 14' Lund
skiff w/15 hp 4-stroke out-board,
three tandem kayaks, 2 singles w/
more available.
"Continual maintenance and upgrades have left this vessel in excellent and seaworthy
condition throughout."
~ Marine Insurance
Survey Report
SAFETY FIRST
In voluntary U.S. Coast Guard safety inspections,
Home Shore earns
the maximum 5 Stars,
an honor granted few of our competitors.
See star ratings
Home Shore carries
exposure suits for all guests
and crewmembers.
Alaska Charter Yacht
and
Small Ship Cruise
Alaska charter boat, tour boat adventure and wilderness experiences from the
comfort of a charter yacht - a classic wood ship.
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Our Vessel
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Home Shore is a classic wooden commercial vessel, reminiscent of yesteryear's adventure travel.
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Carvel-planked in the centuries-old tradition, Home Shore was stoutly built of old-growth fir for service in the North Pacific. Since in 1984, the Kyle family has employed her in the Alaska salmon purse-seine fishery.
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Building on the loving care given Home Shore during her fishing years, the Kyles converted her for passenger service in 2002. You will enjoy this unique small 3 combining yacht-like amenities with old-world charm.
Now, as a charter yacht, her clean lines and unique configuration attract attention wherever she travels.
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Beyond her classic charm and exceptional seaworthiness, Home Shore offers guests other advantages - the natural warmth and quiet of a wooden boat, above-deck staterooms filled with light and fresh air, heated common areas for lounging and dining.
To preserve the tranquility of serene anchorages, we use a silent 110 V inverter
instead of a noisy generator.
Why a Classic, Wooden Vessel for Charter?
Naturally warm, quiet
Traditional elegance
One-of-a-kind / no sister ships
Family-owned and maintained
Rugged, sea-kindly hull
Starrigavan and Portlock Staterooms
Luxurious / Thermostatic heat
Upper single, lower double berths w/lights
View lounge, helm chairs
Intercom / 110 V. outlet
CD music system
Forward Stateroom
Upper, lower single berths w/lights
Sink, medicine cabinet
Intercom / 110 V. outlet
Two Heads (Bathrooms) Fwd. and Aft
Sink, mirror, medicine cabinet
Vacu-flush toilet
Shower / ample hot water
Galley - Dinnette
Traditional fishboat cookstove
Toaster, coffee maker, microwave
Table and settee
CD / cassette music system
Lounge
Heated and Carpeted
Space for relaxation
Table converts for dining
Library - local interest
Views port and starboard
Pilothouse
Full electronic complement
360 degree view
Settee, helm chairs
Intercom / sound system
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