Your Captain

Captain Greg is a friendly tour guide who loves to share his knowledge of the Space Coast, the local Florida wildlife, and his passion for sailing. Take some time to read his message and to see what former passengers have to say.

A Message from Captain Greg

I have loved the sea and sailing from the time I was a little boy growing up on the shores of Cape Cod. Most of my summer days were spent exploring the waters and islands of Pleasant Bay on small sailboats or cruising around Nantucket Sound with my Dad.

My first taste of tall ship sailing came on a spring semester abroad in college on the Sea Education Association's 125' schooner Westward. On this boat I enjoyed a true ocean experience while learning the traditions of sailing windjammers. I cruised from Miami to the Bahamas, to Bermuda, to Nova Scotia, and finally ended up in Cape Cod.

After this, I took to the sea for the better part of the next decade, sailing in California, Mexico, the Caribbean, the US East Coast, the bays of Maine, the Canadian Maritimes, and the Great Lakes. I began as a Student and Deckhand and worked my way up to the positions of Mate and Captain.

A few of my other ships include the US Brig Niagara, a 198' double-masted square rigger and the Californian, a 148' square topsail schooner. I also sailed the Spirit of Massachusetts, a 125' gaff-topsail schooner, and many others. Currently, I hold a 100-Ton Near-Coastal Master's License for motor and sail-auxiliary vessels.

As much as I love sailing, I love people even more! People of all ages have a great, relaxing time on Freedom and I look forward to spending a wonderful two hours with you on Florida's sparkling waters.

Fair Winds and a Following Sea,
Captain Greg

What Others Are Saying

"Immediately Captain Greg made our entire crew feel at ease and at home on the water. He is an experienced and friendly guide who effortlessly launched us on a sailing adventure that we will remember forever.

Shortly after we set sail Greg spotted some dolphins swimming in the distance. He took us a little out of the planned charter to get closer, knowing that our children were really excited at the possibility of seeing them in their natural environment. The dolphins swam right beside the boat jumping and diving for us! It was far more than I could have ever expected.

After the dolphins left we resumed our beautiful sail down the river. Greg brought along snacks and some drinks for us, and let us bring our own as well. We felt right at home on his boat, and even let everyone have a chance to steer the boat. It was a fantastic family trip and everyone is still talking about the highlights of our sail days later..."—Jack C. (February 28)