top of page

The Vessel

Westsail 42

Nomad, a proven offshore voyaging vessel, is ready for your next sailing adventure on Monterey Bay or beyond. Nomad is fully insured for charter work with up to six passengers. Although Nomad’s pedigree is of world cruising, she has a luxurious side including complete stocked galley, beautiful teak interior, comfortable safe cockpit, and berths for six adults and two children. 

Nomad Diagram

The Crew

Brian-Thom_Circle-01-e1454777742321.png

Captain Brian

Captain Brian wants to share his passion for the seas with you. He holds a 100 Ton Masters License with Sailing Endorsement. He is a teacher both on the water and off. On the water, he teaches people boating skills that fit their level of interest and passion. Off the water, he holds a CA Secondary Teaching Certificate and a Master in Education. His 10 years in classroom teaching was spent with alternative high school students, integrating hands-on building programs into their curriculum.

IMG_1806.jpg

Captain Sam

Captain Sam grew up far from the ocean in the middle of Kansas, but fell in love with sailing after he graduated college with a degree in music. He holds a USCG OUPV Near Coastal license. He loves the marine wildlife in Santa Cruz and wants our passengers to be able to enjoy it too.

Nomad Sailing Charters

Nomad Sailing Charters Logo
  • Instagram
  • TripAdvisor
  • Yelp!

Our Location

789 Mariner Park Way, F dock

Santa Cruz, CA 95062

(831) 222-0640

© 2025 By Nomad Sailing Charters. Powered and secured by Wix

bottom of page