About

I have a deep love for the ocean and the magic carpets that carry us across them.   Since my formal training as an ABYC Certified Master Technician and Professional USCG Licensed Captain, I have been a boat owner, charter captain, delivery captain, boatyard technician, and sailing instructor on 2 coasts and in the Caribbean.  I now live with my family near Poulsbo, Washington, where I keep my own magic carpet 'Windraven'. 

I genuinely enjoy working with boat owners; helping them learn more and enjoy better. 

If you think there's a way I could be a resource to you, please reach out.  I'm always happy to hear from another boater.

"Captain Dan is a calming presence.  He has demystified so much for me; from how my boat works, to how best to sail it."

Linda Olsen,

Panama

"Dan is endlessly patient and so willing to explain the hows and whys onboard.  He is my go-to for any boating question."

James Rater,

Kennebunk, ME

"Captain Dan skippered our boat from Isla Mujeres in Mexico to the Rio Dulce in Guatemala.  The  passage was so much fun; full of laughs and learning"

Janet Delaney,

Belize City, Belize

"Captain Dan is a true advocate for boaters at every level.  He is a joyful teacher"

Roger Stanton,

Ft. Myers, FL