Captain Nate

Growing up on Anna Maria Island, I have been able to enjoy the natural beauty that is my backyard. I grew up on the docks of a local marina. Dipping shrimp and fueling rental boats since I could walk. My dad used to pick me up from day care in one of those rentals.

Growing up on Anna Maria I have been running boats and playing with dolphins and manatees all my life (although I haven't been able to catch a dolphin yet). I'm a full-time firefighter and have been operating the local fire/rescue boat for over 20 years. Over the last 10 years or so I've been captain and crew for the longest running Parasail company on Anna Maria.

Watching kids and families faces when they see dolphins, manatees and sea turtles makes my heart happy. It’s something that I've taken for granted my entire life and it's time for me to share it with you guys.