Services
Charter Boat Services
The Reel Serenity offers fishing charters, cruises around the bay, plus transportation anywhere in Fire Island. Kismet is a convenient 15-minute boat ride from Bay Shore and a 15-25 min boat trip to Atlantique, Ocean Beach or Ocean Bay Park. Take advantage of the beautiful beaches and anchor inside the Fire Island Inlet, go for a swim or just relax in the sun. We’ll customize your charter to your needs for you and your party. If it’s a fishing charter you are looking to book, we supply all the equipment and bait needed. The boat has plenty of rod holders, coolers, navigation equipment, life vests and a safety raft. Reel Serenity was repowered with 2021 twin 175 Suzuki's which will safely and efficiently take you to the fishing grounds. Reel Serenity is captained and maintained by its owner, Captain Carl.
Captain For Hire Services
Captain Carl has been a licensed captain for over 15 years and has brought his extensive expertise to bear on numerous relocation projects for many boat owners including very large vessels like the boats shown below.
Captain Carl was also on board the USS NASSAU LHA-4 between 1994 and 1997 as a Quartermaster, plotting charts. He made 6 trips across the Atlantic into the Mediterranean Sea and is an expert navigator.
He is also a full time New York Fireboat Captain and presides over the navigation and handling of a 140-foot Fireboat in NY Harbor. Due to his extensive military and professional experience, he has unparalleled knowledge in handling and navigating all vessels with an emphasis on the large, more difficult boats.
Captain Carl was hired for his captain services to transit this 47 foot Sea Ray from New York City to Miami, Florida.
Captain Carl was hired to successfully move this 58 Foot Sirena Yacht from Liberty Landing in New Jersey to Sag Harbor, New York.
Captain Carl was hired to successfully move this 65 Foot Viking from Rhode Island to Florida.
Boat Operation Lessons & Training
Private docking/driving lessons are available at an hourly rate. Lessons are geared to any age and ability level. Whether you are a novice boater or just need a refresher lesson. Please ask us and we will customize your lesson to address whatever skill you are looking to learn or improve. References available upon request.