Captain Richard Stalford has a long history on the water with both power and sailing vessels. Having grown up with the water and has made his professional career, Water Resource Engineering, a part of what he brings to the table in safety, comfort, and enjoyment. Richard is also an American Sailing Association Instructor through BareBoat Chartering (Course 104) and a SCUBA Schools International Instructor through Advanced Open Water Divers. Richard is a licensed Captain with the US Coast Guard. He has a retro-fitted Labe Yoseph himself and as a intricate knowledge of marine systems and sailing. Teaching has always come naturally to Richard and he is very comfortable communicating and makes learning easy and fun. 

Families are very welcome aboard and while the adults learn there is always something for our younger sailors to be involved and participate. Besides the snorkeling and exploring, sailors of all abilities and ages can become involved in the fun and participate.