The Crew

Welcome to the 2010 crew, would you like to join the team? Please email us for more information

Skipper – James Fairbairns

Your skipper, James, was born on the Isle of Mull, and with his family grew up watching wildlife on the shores and in the waters that surround the island. His father setup both the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust, and the first whale watching operation in the UK. Crewing onboard as a child he has spent more time floating around the Atlantic ocean than he has on dry land! James is well qualified, with various certificates, and sea tickets, to ensure your safety at sea, at all times. 2nd Coxswain of the Tobermory Lifeboat, with both his Yachtmaster Offshore Commercial Ticket and Shore Based Yachtmaster Instructor certificate he is well experienced.

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Skipper – Richard Fairbairns

Richard has spent more than the last two decades monitoring and researching whales and dolphins from the Isle of Mull. He has a vast amount of knowledge about marine life and their habitats. He was originally a sea fisherman before setting up the first whale watching operation in the UK (Sea Life Surveys). Its always a joy to have him & his spirit onboard, oh, and he loves fresh coffee!

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All of the crew are first aiders and appreciate a good fresh cup of coffee first thing in the morning!! (No hints there!)