About Us

Welcome to CoastEase, a network of professional mariners driven by a shared passion for the sea. Our team is comprised of United States Coast Guard Veterans with a wealth of personal and professional maritime experience, totaling over 80 years. We are fluent in both sailboats and powerboats, and are dedicated to imparting our knowledge and expertise, ensuring that fellow mariners have safe and joyful experiences on the water.

With a deep-rooted love for all things in, on, or near the water, CoastEase is more than just a company—it's a community built on trust, camaraderie, and a commitment to excellence. Our USCG Veterans bring a unique perspective to the table, having honed their skills in maritime crisis management and search and rescue operations, making them adept at handling challenges that may arise during maritime journeys.

At CoastEase, we offer a range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clientele. Our private captains can handle the hard stuff, while you enjoy your day. The yacht delivery services provide safe and reliable transportation of vessels to various destinations. Maritime training can ensure you and your crew know how to handle the vessel, navigate safely and understand life safety operations. We even have a team capable of taking care of the yearly management of your yacht to ensure it is always ready to handle your adventure.

Our USCG Veterans bring meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that every aspect of your private charter surpasses your expectations. CoastEase is more than a business; it's a platform for sharing our collective knowledge and experience. We are passionate about fostering a community where mariners can come together, learn from one another, and create lasting connections. Together, let's navigate the seas with confidence and embrace the wonders that await us on our maritime adventures. Join us on this maritime journey, where safety, joy, and a love for the water converge.

Meet the Team

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Capt. Clay

Clay is an avid fisherman who loves a great day on the water. He retired from the United States Coast Guard as a Senior Chief Operations Specialist after serving on several Cutters and managing Rescue Coordination Centers and local emergency operations centers. He was also an instructor teaching emergency operations and case management for search and rescue, pollution mitigation and law enforcement. He has experience in Alaska, East Coast, West Coast, Gulf of Mexico, Great Lakes and the Caribbean.

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Capt. Jessica

A lifelong mariner, she grew up sailing on the Chesapeake Bay, which led to living aboard a sailboat while cruising from Maine down through the Caribbean to Grenada. She went on to drive boats for the U.S. Coast Guard for 10 years as a Boatswains Mate and earned the coveted Heavy Weather Surfman certification (#414). She also served as an instructor teaching boat handling and vessel management. She retired from the USCG as a Lieutenant Commander with a specialty in emergency management for large scale search and rescue, environmental clean up, and law enforcement events. She has been working as a charter captain since 2007 and has captained vessels on the West Coast, East Coast, Great Lakes and Gulf of Mexico throughout her career.

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Capt. Jay

When Jay was in the United States Coast Guard he was either flying Helicopters, underway on cutters in the Arctic, or spending his free time messing around with his various sailboats. After he retired he lived aboard his sailboat and captained charters for 14 years around the Virgin Islands. Then he came back to the mainland and has been conducting deliveries of power and sailboats ever since, including working with the non-profit Sail Beyond Cancer helping families enjoy a day on the water.

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Capt. Nate

Nate is a retired United States Coast Guard Chief Boatswains Mate with more than 20 years experience in the maritime industry and 23 years law enforcement experience. He has experience running large USCG Cutters and Small Boat stations including managing complex operations, personnel, training, equipment and vessel maintenance. He served on the East Coast, Gulf of Mexico and West Coast operating vessels of various lengths and tonnages over thousands of miles.

Capt Jess teaching basic boating to kids