Advisory Network
Expert advisors providing specialized guidance across our four core initiatives.
DISCOVERY VOYAGES
Our Discovery Voyages advisors guide educational programming, curriculum development, and hands-on marine science learning aboard the schooner. They ensure our sailing expeditions meet the highest standards for experiential maritime education.
Alyson Graham
Discovery Voyages
Alyson Graham serves within the Wiscasset School Department, supporting student engagement, educational programming,...
Captain Jeff Wadman
Discovery Voyages
Captain Jeff Wadman is a Maine maritime professional specializing in shore-side vessel operations, maintenance...
Captain Kip Files
Discovery Voyages
Captain Kip Files is a veteran sail training captain and offshore commander with more than three decades of experience...
Captain Mark Winter
Discovery Voyages
Captain Mark Winter is a senior maritime and government affairs professional with more than three decades of service...
Ian McCurdy
Discovery Voyages
Jon Johansen
Discovery Voyages
Kevin Gildart
Discovery Voyages
Kevin Gildart is a Maine native, maritime engineer, and retired shipbuilding executive with nearly four decades of...
Stacey Keefer
Discovery Voyages
Stacey Keefer is a seasoned marine industry leader and nonprofit advocate who serves as Executive Director of the Maine...
Captain William Full
Discovery Voyages
Captain Bill Full is a seasoned maritime professional and volunteer engagement leader with more than four decades of...
RYBACHI FEARLESS FROSTY
Advisors for our ocean rowing initiative provide expertise in cold-water seamanship, vessel design, and community maritime access programs. They support our mission to expand hands-on opportunities for coastal exploration and traditional watercraft skills.
Clint Chase
Rybachi Fearless Frostys
Clint Chase is a nationally recognized small craft designer, wooden boat builder, and educator with more than 15 years...
Northern Right Whale Ship Strike Reduction
Our whale protection advisors bring deep expertise in marine biology, maritime policy, and vessel traffic management. They guide our research, advocacy, and technology development to reduce ship strikes and protect critically endangered right whales.
Avijit Gagnopadhyay
Northern Right Whale Ship Strike
Dr. Avijit Gangopadhyay is a Commonwealth Professor in School for Marine Science & Technology (SMAST) and a leading...
David Pratt
Northern Right Whale Ship Strike
David Pratt is a dedicated higher education leader and long-standing advocate for student success at Southern Maine...
Jenifer Clark
Northern Right Whale Ship Strike
Jenifer Clark — widely known as “The Gulfstream Lady” — is one of the world’s leading authorities on the Gulf Stream...
Michael Moore
Northern Right Whale Ship Strike
Dr. Michael Moore is an internationally recognized marine mammal veterinarian and ocean health researcher, serving as...
Moses Caluro
Northern Right Whale Ship Strike
Moses Caluro is President of Maritime Information Systems, bringing leadership expertise in maritime technology, vessel...
Bravo Mooring
Bravo Mooring advisors provide guidance on sustainable harbor infrastructure, environmental protection, and public-use mooring systems. Their expertise ensures our mooring program balances community access with marine ecosystem conservation.
