Mustad Marine's Veteran Crew Hall of Fame
I have been extremely fortunate to have had the pleasure of sailing with so many great and capable people on various deliveries over the years. Thank you all!
This special recognition is reserved for those who have crewed for at least 2,500 nautical miles on various deliveries, and who have honorably earned their respective nicknames during some memorable episode along the way.
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8 Bells, Capt. Richard "Dicky" Lanam Capt. Dicky sailed into the sunset in 2005. He was a good friend and comrade who will always be missed by those that knew him. Dick sailed with me to Hong Kong, Taiwan and Japan in 2002. He loved telling jokes and bringing smiles to people's faces. A great guy! | |
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Capt. Richard "Magellan" Gillette - 4,800 Miles Captain "Magellan" has crewed the great triangle between | |
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Capt. Patrick "Moon Papa" Douglas - 4,800 Miles Captain "Moon Papa" has made two Hawaii passages with me and is always looking to do more as long as it doesn't interfere with his #1 priority…his Grandchildren! | |
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Capt. Jim "Thermal Lightning" Bock - 4,000 Miles "Thermal" crewed on | |
| Honorable Mention: | ||
| Gabe Turco - 2,400nm | ||
| Dylan "Shifter" Garrett - 2,400nm | ||
| Dr. Holly Williams - 2,400nm | ||
| Capt. Allen Bellinghausen - 1,900nm | ||
| Dan Brazelton - 1,800nm | ||
| John Navas - 800nm | ||
| Ted "Pookie Wookie" Biggs - 800nm | ||
| And to the many more, Thank you! |

I currently have over 100 people on my passage crew list, many of whom are former students of mine. However, I’m always looking to add good capable crew who are eager for more sea time and experience. If you have boating experience and are not prone to sea sickness, please email me and I’ll add you to the list. You’ll periodically receive a Passage Notice from which you may submit your interest for one or more passages. I will then contact you to discuss your background, experience, availability, etc. You may want to have a boating resume prepared. Details will be provided for each passage concerning pay, travel, expenses, etc. Passages to foreign destinations will require a valid passport.