On Watch Sailing
On Watch Sailing
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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Newport Rhode Island, finest sailing on the East Coast! Let us show you Newport Harbor, with its classic and mega-yachts and picturesque surroundings before venturing onto Narragansett Bay, with its rocky shoreline, lighthouses, beautiful bridge and mansions. With a capacity of up to 6 persons, our boats Lyra and Wren sail daily scheduled trips from Newport, Rhode Island - from mid-April through the end of November. We offer private 90 minute, two-hour, half-day and full-day sails as well as advanced sailing instruction.
Newport, Rhode Island
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2024
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ogerkan
New York City, NY4,724 contributions
Sep 2020
We had a shortened sunset cruise as rain was slowly encroaching on our cruise. Capt Green made the best of our time on the water pointing out sights and answering our questions. The Lyra was well maintained and ours for the evening.
Tip - do bring a bottle of wine and snacks to enjoy onboard.
We will give it a go next time we are in Newport
Tip - do bring a bottle of wine and snacks to enjoy onboard.
We will give it a go next time we are in Newport
Written September 30, 2020
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Thank you for your review. We look forward to sailing with you again!
As a side note, we returned before the rain came and a refund was made for the time not sailed.
Written October 1, 2020
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Rebecca Coomes
1 contribution
Jul 2020
My family and I had such a blast! My daughter was pretty nervous, but Captain Green helped her feel confident in no time! She even helped steer the boat! Capt. Green showed us come knot-tying while telling a funny little story to keep my daughter engaged. Very peaceful and fun experience. After sharing pictures and stories with friends, so many wanted to book their own trip! Highly recommend!
Written July 8, 2020
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... The rabbit zoomed out of his hole, snatched the lettuce and was back in his hole before the crafty fox could say “boo!” - and the first bowline was tied. I’m so glad you enjoyed your sail, this review is everything we try to be. Thanks for taking the time to share. - Green//
Written July 18, 2020
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Patricia A
Bellefonte, PA18 contributions
Jun 2020
Captain Green is an excellent sailor, was very accommodating, and knowledgeable. We booked a 2-hour sail very last-minute as our original plans fell through. Captain Green's sailboat was clean and he even had hand sanitizer aboard! We highly recommend taking a few hours out of your day to relax on the water with On Watch Sailing.
Written June 2, 2020
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Thank you for the review! It’s nice to be back on the water :)
Written June 12, 2020
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Jack R
Massapequa Park, NY14 contributions
May 2021
Fantastic!!! We can't saw enough great things about Captain Green! First and foremost, he is very attentive to the safety of his passengers while ensuring that all have an enjoyable afternoon. The boat is beautiful and Captain Green's knowledge of the area made it all the more entertaining. Booking with Captain Green is a "Must Do" when visiting Newport!!!!
Written May 17, 2021
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Thank you for 2021's first review! I'm glad you enjoyed your trip with us. - Captain Green
Written May 19, 2021
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Lauren D
San Antonio, TX5 contributions
Oct 2020 • Family
If you’re visiting Newport and want to experience sailing, look no further! Captain Green is super down to earth and friendly. He was great with entertaining our 3 year old and 9 month old on board. The tour is the perfect length of time and we felt very safe the whole time. I would highly recommend sailing with Captain Green. If I ever return to Newport, I’d definitely sail with him again.
Written October 30, 2020
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We are certainly glad that you enjoyed your trip with us and look forward to sailing with you again. Best of luck in the New Year! - Captain Green
Written December 8, 2020
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Matt M
2 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
Simply cannot recommend On Watch Sailing and Captain Green enough! Sailing with Green is a MUST in Newport! Captain Green was a consummate professional who went above and beyond to help me create the proposal I had in mind for months. From my first conversation with Green all the way until we stepped back on land I knew I made the best choice for this special private charter to pop the question. I will be telling all of our friends and family to sail with On Watch when in Newport and we will most certainly be back for more cruises. I knew I didn’t have to worry about the small things about the proposal since Green was such a pro and calming presence.
Written July 27, 2020
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Thank you Matt - and congratulations to you both! I'm super glad it all went as it should.
Written August 3, 2020
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Carolyn
Concord, MA1 contribution
Jul 2020 • Friends
A great all around experience! Captain Green and his crew demonstrate that they are accomplished sailors and made sure we were comfortable throughout. He was especially attentive to current health guidelines which we very much appreciated. We will do it again and highly recommend! He also had cups for our wine because we forgot to bring them! 😉
Written July 26, 2020
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I’m glad you enjoyed our finest paper Dixie cups for your wine (and the sailing experience!)... Thank you for the review. :)
Written July 27, 2020
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Gary M
Severna Park, MD1 contribution
Aug 2024 • Family
We (a family of four) very much enjoyed (again) our 2-hour sunset cruise on Lyra and would thoroughly recommend the experience for anyone looking to get on the water and take in the sights in and around Newport harbor. Captain Green was once again a pleasure to be around, highly knowledgeable of the area and timely with the launch pick-up. The drone footage he took and shared with us, which was new for us this year, was truly spectacular. We look forward to our new trip to Newport so that we can again cruise on Lyra.
Written August 9, 2024
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I'm so glad you had a wonderful time sailing on Lyra again. Thank you for coming out and also for the review! ~ Capt Green
Written August 12, 2024
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Jo F
5 contributions
Jun 2020
Thank you, Captain Green, for the great family private sail. It was a perfect day of sun and wind for our two hour sail. Captain Green was so good with our grandkids (8 and 5), offered great patience and even let them steer and help with the ropes. We all had a fabulous time. I highly recommend it. Thanks again.
Written June 11, 2020
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You’re very welcome! Children are the best and your grandchildren were a pleasure to sail with. (As were the adults)!
Written June 12, 2020
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Kathie B
Belmont, NC2 contributions
Jun 2021
Absolutely recommend … It was a first sail for my husband and myself. Our son, a naval officer with navigation experience, had been on a sail boat, but it had been a long time. Green was happy to share his knowledge and give him additional training and experience. The Lyra was a beautiful and a most special boat! We would definitely take the trip again! Green and Kat were outstanding sailors. They were knowledgeable, safety conscious, friendly and made it all look so easy. We were provided an interesting history of the area and the homes we saw. The day was clear and perfect, then when we headed back, a heavy fog cover rolled in. It was otherworldly, peaceful, beautiful and a little scary at first, but Green and Kat had us with no worries. Sailing the Lyra with Green is a great adventure and a must for any visit to Newport.
Thank you for a beautiful afternoon we won’t forget. Fair Winds and Following Seas – Always!
Thank you for a beautiful afternoon we won’t forget. Fair Winds and Following Seas – Always!
Written June 12, 2021
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That was indeed a good sail and the fog made for a scenic finish! It was just as well that you were the final one that day, I would have likely canceled the sunset trip because the fog set in so hard!... Thank you for sharing your experiences with On Watch. - Green
Written June 15, 2021
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All sails at On Watch are private. If you would like to stream music on Lyra's Bluetooth speaker with your device you are welcome to, but it's entirely up to you.
Written July 7, 2016
How much would it cost for a personal cruise with a lady friend and I? thank you for your time.
Written July 6, 2016
$290 for a very nice and informative 2 hour sail. it was a very nice time. Capt. Green also let me take the helm. It is also customary to tip 15-20%. He is well worth it! Enjoy.
Written July 6, 2016
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