Ask the person what kind of boating they used it for. Two times a week is not much on a boat, but 4 to 5 is. Please let us know if we can be of more help. Prescription sport goggles work quite well in all sorts of water, and I know of several people who swear by them. Swim goggles often present a problem with fogging up, so I do not recommend them.
Ocean kayaking in Alaska is considered to be one of the most awesome experiences.
If one wanted to find an outfitter that can take you ocean kayaking where would one look. It is spectacular. Another good outfitter is Tongass Kayak Adventures. I live in near the Stanislaus and would like to kayak it. As far as I know there aren't any schools that primarily work the Stan.