Gary Soderer
Grass Valley,CA
Summary
Dynamic Boat Captain with extensive experience at Tiger's Folly, adept in marine vessel operation and crew supervision. Proven track record in ensuring passenger safety and enhancing guest relations through effective communication. Skilled in event coordination and regulatory compliance, consistently delivering exceptional experiences on board while maintaining high safety standards.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Boat Captain
Tiger's Folly, Tiger's Folly II, Chablis Cruises
Morro Bay, CA
07.1980 - 11.2024
- Ensured the safe navigation of vessels in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
- Supervised deckhands in the operation of mooring lines, anchor handling, winch operations.
- All vessels were passenger-carrying (90 - 140 pax); interacted with passengers from boarding to exiting, using both personal and narrational skills.
- Collaborated with team on upcoming event timelines, dates and required equipment.
- Adhered strictly to all safety protocols established by the owner and operator prior to embarking on each voyage.
- Acted as an 'On Call' Captain for other boating operations, temporarily replacing other captains due to sickness, time off, etc., if schedules allowed.
- Operated both single and twin screw vessels, inboard and outboard.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA06-1960
Skills
- Marine Vessel Operation
- Mooring procedures
- Crew supervision
- Guest Relations
- Passenger interaction
- Event coordination
- Safety management
- Team collaboration
- Regulatory compliance
Certification
- U.S.C.G Merchant Mariners License - 100 Tons; Reference No. 2040189
- FAA Private Pilot License - 6300+ logged hours
- California Drivers license - F0422616
Affiliations
- Professional Musician / Entertainer, 1961-present
- Built, restored, flew 23 experimental, homebuilt, WWII aircraft.
- Racetrack / Airshow Announcer - Laguna Seca Raceway, Monterey, CA; Airshows in various western states. 1966 - 2000
- Surfer, Swimmer, Scuba and Skin Diver.
Accomplishments
- Morro Bay Harbor Festival (30K - 50K visitors/weekend) - Board of Directors, 12 years, Board President, 6 years.
- Formed Graphic Arts Company in 1985 - Sold in December 2024. Retired.
Timeline
Boat Captain
Tiger's Folly, Tiger's Folly II, Chablis Cruises
07.1980 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
University of California, Berkeley
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