Dave Gelenter
Skipjack Captain/Asst. Manager
Tenure at CBF: 1996-present
Education: BA in Government and Politics; USCG 150 Ton Near Coastal Master with sailing endorsement
Before coming to CBF, Dave spent more than five years working in environmental/experiential education. Most of this time he spent on board traditionally rigged sailing ships with live-aboard students. Prior to that he spent about a million years working as a summer camp counselor and sailing instructor.
Certifications:
- USCG 150 Ton Near Coastal Master with Sailing Endorsement
- Wilderness First Responder, Wilderness Medical Association
- Flat and Moving Water Canoe, American Canoe Association
- PADI Certified Advanced Deep Water and Rescue Scuba Diver
Environmental Education Philosophy: You can't teach (or preach) environmental stewardship. Give people an amazing experience and the rest will follow.