40 Patriots Point Rd
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
(843) 884-2727
The Ondeck Charleston Sailing Center caters to EVERYONE interested in sailing. Newcomers will find a complete sailing school with first class instructors providing a full range of U.S. Sailing Certification Courses from basic Keelboat through Ocean Passage Making. Experienced sailors will find advanced courses designed to expand ones sailing horizons. Racing sailors will find specialized courses on the finer aspects of racing from advanced sail trim to tactics and crew teamwork. Ondeck also offers a full line of cruising and racing sailboats of various lengths for vacation, cruising, and racing charters. Ondeck is known worldwide for hosting outstanding corporate and teambuilding events. Our venue in Charleston is provides the perfect mix of “adventure travel” and a beautiful location. Our local staff is highly experienced in building custom programs to meet your company’s special requirements. Charleston is also one of the largest regatta locations on the East Coast of the United States. Join Ondeck and race in Charleston Race Week or The Charleston to Bermuda Race or work through our sailing center to joins Ondeck’s extensive fleet in regattas throughout the Caribbean and Europe. Grab your gear and “Lets Go Sailing!”
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April 12th, 1861… the first shots were fired on Fort Sumter, and so began the American Civil War. Fort Sumter’s significance in history is a benchmark. The site of the first shots fired in the American Civil War, Fort Sumter is a poignant part of our country’s biography. The story of brother against brother touches not only those who have a keen interest in history but anyone who visits this prestigious site. You will step back in time when you step off our boat and onto this well preserved piece of American history. Fort Sumter Tours is an authorized National Park Service concessioner. We provide the only commercial boat transportation to Fort Sumter. We offer many departure times daily from two convenient locations, Liberty Square, downtown Charleston, or Patriots Point, in Mt. Pleasant. Once aboard, you will experience a relaxing 30 minute narrated cruise to historic Fort Sumter. You will learn about the events which led to the outbreak of America’s most bloody war. When you arrive you will be greeted by National Park Service Rangers, who will provide further details about Fort Sumter and its pivotal role in the War Between the States. On the fort you will find a very informative museum with many historic artifacts and a souvenir shop. After your one hour visit, you will enjoy a scenic cruise back to your departure point.