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Captain Curtis Rissberger

With 13+ years of cumulative experience operating & servicing a wide range of powered & non-powered vessels for both personal & professional use, I am thrilled to share my knowledge & experience with you. When you book a trip with me you should expect a safe & well planned trip with industry leading regard for customer care & overall on water experience. Whether it be simply enjoying a casual boat ride, or chasing down the fish of a lifetime, I’m here to help.

Credentials

U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Captain emblem with anchor and stars
TWIC logo with blue text and red arrow
"New York State Licensed Guide Program" emblem with Department of Environmental Conservation text.
CPR, First Aid, AED certified badge featuring a red heart with a white cross inside, surrounded by a blue circle with white text.
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NY State Licensed Fishing & Boating Guide

US Coast Guard Master Captain 25 Ton (pending)

NY State Public Vessel Joint Pilot & Engineer

AHA Heartsaver® BLS, CPR, AED, First Aid

US Federal Transportation Worker ID Credential