Every Maple Leaf Adventures crew member has a breadth of experience to share.They are leaders in their fields who share a common love of the coast's natural and cultural history and a passion for excellence.
Captains
Maple Leaf captains are highly-trained and have passed stringent exams set by the coast guard. They are experienced wilderness expedition leaders and coastal navigators with a love of exploration. And they are genial hosts who enjoy welcoming the world to Maple Leaf and this spectacular place.
Meet the Captains...
Naturalists, Historians & First Nations Leaders
Maple Leaf resource people are internationally respected in their fields of biology, geography and anthropology, or are leaders in their nation (First Nations), and are experienced teachers and communicators. They are frequently accomplished in other fields as well - many are painters, writers, broadcasters and musicians. They bring an infectious interest in the coast to all our guests.
Meet the Naturalists...
Crew / Guides
Our fun-loving and hardworking crew are experienced, trained as guides, and have safety certifications for passenger-carrying vessels and wilderness guiding, as well as Maple Leaf's training in making memorable trips.
Chefs
Our chefs are highly trained in the preparation and presentation of fine dining. They have chosen to work on the Maple Leaf for the love of the coast and adventure, and for the chance to prepare meals for a small group of people they get to know.
Office Staff
Our office "crew" have left positions in industries such as healthcare and high tech in order to work with us because of their passionate belief in Maple Leaf Adventures. They are knowledgeable, have won awards for their work, and have travelled many times aboard Maple Leaf. They welcome every opportunity to "meet" people via telephone or email. We take pride in the very personalized service they are able to provide to all our guests.
Sail Training / Life Skills Training Expertise
We are also accomplished sailors and tall ship sailing instructors.
Maple Leaf Adventures is the official west-coast trainer for the Royal Canadian Sea Cadet program. Each year we train youth from across Canada to sail the Maple Leaf. The program emphasizes leadership and life skills training.
