WILDCAT TOO private yacht

Growing up on the Gulf of Mexico, Captain Stehle realized his passion for for the ocean at young age. His grandfather was a world class sport fishing captain and outdoorsman. He learned his skills from his grandfather, and continued his love the of the outdoor and the ocean by becoming a master inshore and offshore fisherman. By the age of 12, Stehle was a certified Rescue Diver later becoming a Dive master. He is an accomplished spear fisherman. Stehle also is an adamant conservationist and has worked with local and federal organization in the removal of invasive species, such as lion fish, not native to our delicate reef ecosystems. His love of adventure lead him on a quest to visit every national park in the United States, which was achieved in the summer of 2004. While working his way through college at Auburn University, Stehle served as whitewater rafting guide on the Nantahala River in the summers. Stehle has raised and trained 2 guide dogs for the Florida School of the Blind, Heinz and SEEME. Heinz is current serving as a guide dog with her companion, and SEEME was chosen as an ambassador dog, which is the highest honor a guide dog can achieve. His passion for the outdoor eventually lead him to sailing. Working as sail charter apprentice has given him the desire and experience to Captain his own vessel. Stehle spent 5 years as a train conductor and 10 years operating a nuclear power plant where he was a first responder and firefighter as well. This gives him a cool demeanor even in the most stressful of circumstances. Stehle is also recognized as a grill master. His barbecue is second to none and the steaks speak for themselves. Stehle is an excellent teacher and loves to show people new to sailing the ins and out of the sailing. He is an accomplished craft beer expert and prides himself on finding the perfect beer to accentuate the food prepared by his wife chef Kelly.