Captain Richard "Dicky" Brendel
Captain Richard “Dicky” Brendel is home when he’s on the water in Charleston. He’s a longtime waterman, USGC certified Captain, an avid surfer, and quick with a one-liner that will definitely make you grin or at least stare at him with curiosity.
He loves his salt marsh estuarine home and has a passion for sharing it with anyone asking for a look. When he’s not on the water, you can find him consulting with local musicians and entrepreneurs or cutting a fine rug on a Folly Beach dance floor.
Richard’s heart is overflowing with good, salty love, and you’ll be lucky to feel that even for just a two-hour tour.
Captain Will Smith
Captain Will is a Charleston native (a rarity these days) and long time ecologist and USCG certified captain. He has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the estuary, wildlife and nature. When he is not driving the boat for Flipper Finders, you can find him kayaking, surging or fishing. If the local paper gave out an award for best nature tour guide, Captain Will, would win every year. We are lucky to have him on staff.