Sailing 51 years as captain aboard Schooners, yachts, Shrimp boats, towboats, tour boats. Ricks heart has always been Schooners. Ricky is very grateful for a great crew, aboard a great ship, sailing out of a magic port Schooner Wharf Key West, and for being part of this Beautiful world.
“Keep The Dream Alive” Â Â
The Spirit of Independence Crew
Capitan Dayana
She is the whole package! When she isn’t sailing Spirit she might be found sailing her large sailing yacht “Duet” from St Thomas to Key West; Or upgrading Spirit’s engine systems. Dayana is the heart of Spirit Of Independence. If you want to know anything, Just ask Dayana. Â
Elizibeth
Coming from a family of yacht captains Liz is a natural. Licensed captain, great friend, great sailor always upbeat, When not sailing Spirit Liz can be found as captain aboard Java Cat sailing backcountry & Dolphin tours.
Rachel
Rachel is more than just a licensed captain, great sailor, great friend, she has an eye for detail that makes our cruise fantastic! When not sailing Spirit Rachel manages luxury yacht After Hours, and manages our waterfront vacation house and docks “RiverRanch”.
Joanne
When Joanne isn’t sailing Spirit she is captain aboard some of Key West greatest schooners, ask her to tell some of her thrilling stories.
Hanna
Hanna is our onboard marine biologist. When she isn’t sailing Spirit she is captain on the Key West college marine science boat, or captain aboard coral reef sailing Boy Scouts around FL keys.