Captain Dad & First Mate Mom

We are outdoor parent people who have a busy blended family of five. During the pandemic, we reconnected with nature while we waited to reconnect with people! Our investment in a boat turned out to be an investment in our family and now we want to share the returns with others. That’s why our booking pledge provides opportunities for family and friends to create their own river memories while also providing opportunities to support inclusive adventure to kids and adults with disabilities, veterans, at-risk youth, and recovery programs. For each booking on our boat, we’ll donate captained boat time to a partner non-profit that helps us connect our passion for adventure to people. Captain Dad has earned the highly coveted “two thumbs up” from the tube. Whether you’re looking to wear your kids out on a hot summer afternoon or get away for a day of cruising and floating with friends, we’re looking forward to helping you have fun you can feel good about!

Useful Information, please read

  • Captain(s) holds a US Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (Captain’s License: OUPV 6-Pack) so we’re legit!

  • We care about your safety, so…..

    Life Jackets (we provide these so no worries)

    LIFE JACKETS REQUIRED WHILE IN THE WATER (NO EXCEPTIONS) and for those 13 years and under while underway (that’s the law).

    Sunscreen

    Please apply sunscreen BEFORE you board. Re-apply as necessary during your adventure (we’d greatly appreciate if you use spray sunscreen to please apply it standing, away from seat cushions as it stains the upholstery)

    Misc.

    Walking and standing are not permitted while underway.

  • 2022 Stingray 231DC (23’) 250 outboard. Bow and aft swim ladder, wakeboard tower, ski pylon, sound system, sink, bow and transom showers with pressurized water, ample bow and cockpit seating, premium sound system, potty, and Garmin GPS.

    2016 Sea Ray SPX 21’ 150 HP outboard. Boat equipped with ski pylon, swim platform and aft ladder for easy access & egress. Bimini top provides shade (if desired) and we have SeaDek flooring for a soft touch on the tootsies.

  • Osborne Boat Landing: 9530 Osborne Turnpike

    Located 10 miles from downtown Richmond, Osborne Boat Landing is part of the Henrico County Park System and has ample parking, public restrooms, and picnic shelters. We’re also pretty big fans of The Lily Pad (next door), a waterfront restaurant and bar with occasional live music!

  • O’brien Tubes: 1-2 person, 3-4 person, and ‘Sombrero’ tube 3-4 person.

    Water Skis: O’brien adult combo skis and youth combo skis with stabilizer bar for beginners( weight rated to 140 lbs, shoe size 4-8) .

    Wakeboard: O’brien Youth wakeboard. Weight rated to 140 lbs, shoe size 4-8

  • We provide complimentary bottled water. Feel free to bring your own beverages and snacks. We’d prefer your beverages be colorless with cap/lid/top to reduce spilling- no open cups or glass bottles. We’ll have a small cooler on-board and you may bring your own (bag coolers preferred-no large, bulky coolers please :)