I am a non-smoking, fun, honest and knowledgeable Captain with a passion of the sea like no other. As proof of this my son’s middle name is “ Marlin.” My number one priority is the safety of my passengers and will always take care of the vessel as it was my own. I am available for all aspects of "Personal Instruction" with your new vessel. My professional services always provide a fun and great learning experience for all involved. I have been a professional Captain in both Newport and Huntington Beach Xmas boat parades for over 15 years. I have been involved in many of our local marlin & tuna fishing tournaments. I have acted as main angler to head captain. I truly love just being out on the ocean and enjoying all it has to offer.

On a personal note, I am an entertaining sort of chap; easy to get to know and strive to show everyone a great time. I have outstanding galley skills and have had recipes published in the past. I am single and sober. I greet each day with a big stretch and a big smile. I love my job.

Profile "Nearly 20 years experience as a professional Captain in waters from Alaska to Costa Rica, the east coast of the U.S and the Bahamas. DOB 1-30-1967 U.S Passport Single, Non-smoker, Non-drinker Ability to direct complex projects from concept to fully operational status. Goal-oriented individual with strong leadership capabilities. Organized, loyal, highly motivated, and detail-directed problem solver. Bi-lingual English and Spanish Proven ability to work in unison with owner, staff, and guest. "

Qualifications "USCG Licensed 100 Ton Master STCW 95 Basic Certificate Basic Fire Fighting First-aid/CPR Certified TWIC IGFA Certified Captain IGFA Certified Observer "

Relevant Experience & Accomplishments "Captain Successfully operation of charter and private yachts ranging in size from 36 feet to100 feet in length. Flawless USCG record. On third issue of Captains license. Excellent knowledge of most on-board systems. Operational experience in waters from Alaska to Costa Rica. Expert knowledge of the latest in fishing techniques and equipment. Excellent mechanical skills. Completed 20+ trips successfully up and down the Baja Coast. Excellent computer skills. Managed several boat re-model projects from concept to completion." "Accomplishments 90% winning record in tournaments including 2nd place 2007 Bisbee’s Black & Blue. Catch and release of over 100 Marlin every season since 2005. IGFA Certified Captain. IGFA Certified Observer. Nominated as one of the top skippers in Marlin Magazine in 2007. "

Employment "Captain, 61’ Viking Sportfisher “Sababa”, Oxnard,CA Completed retrofit work started by others prior to moving boat. Moved boat from Wrightsville Beach, NC to Oxnard, CA. Directs all aspects of day to day operation including crew and trip planning, maintenance, repairs, contractors, etc.

Captain, 75’ M/Y “KOOCHULOO III” San Francisco, California Oversee all aspects of day to day operation of a world traveling M/Y including but not limited to: piloting the yacht, trip planning, crew management, budgets, maintenance and repairs." 10/2015-current

"Captain, Viking 53 Sportfisher “Missing Lenk”, Cabo San Lucas, BCS, Mexico Completed retrofit work started by others prior to moving boat. Moved boat from Newport Beach, CA to Cabo San Lucas, BCS, Mexico. Directed all aspects of day to day operation including crew and trip planning. Lead the boat to a 2nd place overall in the 2007 Bisbee’s Black & Blue Marlin Jackpot. With a 591 pound Blue Marlin." 4/07-12/07 "Captain, Rivera 36 Sportfisher “Coast to Coast”, Cabo San Lucas, BCS, Mexico Part-time Captain. Moved boat from Ensenada, BCN, Mexico to Cabo San Lucas, BCS, Mexico for the 2006/2007 season. Lead owner and guest to over 150 billfish releases. Managed boat budget. Provided maintenance and repairs as need. Returned boat to Ensenada from Cabo at the end of the season." 10/06-6/07 "2nd Captain, Viking 58 Sportfisher “Pesca De Oro”, San Diego, CA Co-Captain. For summer season fishing trips based out of San Diego, CA. Primary operator during nighttime travel periods." summer-2005 "Captain, 44’ “Fin Fever”, Newport Beach, CA Captain,.44’ “Reel Lairs”, Newport Beach, CA/Ensenada, BCN, Mexico Captain, 43’ “Aristo”, Newport Beach, CA/Cabo San Lucas, BCS, Mexico Captain, 68’ “Boomer” Newport Beach, CA Captain, 44’ “Limitless” Newport, CA/San Diego, CA Captain, 65’ “Sea Venture” San Diego, CA/Puerto Escondido, BCS, Mexico

Numerous deliveries on boats ranging in size from 35 feet to 100 feet in length on waters ranging from Alaska to Barra Navidad, Mexico. "

Prior Experience Education "SCMMTS Master 100GT SCMMTS STCW 95 Endorsement IGFA Certified Observer IGFA Certified Captain "

If you are looking for a professional licensed captain to help teach you how to operate your boat or yacht or need a boat relocated, I am the person you want to call. I also can provide hands-on instruction in maintenance, operation, seamanship, docking, anchoring, safety, navigation and more.

Reasonable rates. For more information call 330-554-2626 or email yiverson1@gmail.com

If you are looking for a professional licensed captain to help teach you how to operate your boat or yacht or need a boat relocated, I am the person you want to call. I also can provide hands-on instruction in maintenance, operation, seamanship, docking, anchoring, safety, navigation and more.

Reasonable rates. For more information call 330-554-2626 or email yiverson1@gmail.com

I have a DeFever 44 in Little Harbor Marina in Ruskin FL that I purchased in Corpus Christy TX. I operate and maintain all aspects of the vessel. I work on neighboring vessels making repairs etc. I am currently making alterations on my vessel in preparation for trips to the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, USVI and the BVI. I can be available at any time.

I have excellent engineering/mechanical skills. I have excellent weather, navigation, communication, safety and mechanical skills. As a long-term successful entrepreneur and business owner I have excellent safety, management, communication, employee, and customer relation record.

I have a current Passport, TWIC and MMC 100 GT with a towing endorsement. I am currently working on obtaining my STCW with advanced firefighting as well as my radar unlimited certificate. I would like to consider myself a reliable, safe and confident merchant mariner. I have many attributes to bring to the vessel with knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems and general vessel knowledge.

I have over 40 years of experience on the water. I treat your boat like I do my own. I provide boat handling training, boat delivery & relocation services. I provide captain services for client's vessels, a I 46' POST Convertible and a 48' San Juan Downeast-style yacht. I spend most of my time on the water on the New Jersey Coast, from NY Harbor to Cape May, Delaware Bay and the Chesapeake Canal and Chesapeake Bay, Long Island Sound, North and South Shores, Hudson River entire length and the Inter=Coastal Waterway (ICW) down to Florida. I have good mechanical skills and maintain the boat(s) that I own as well as those yachts that I Captain.