Our boats, the Kaydeross and the General Schuyler

Our Story

Founded in 2016, Hal and Erin Raven began offering lake tours with our pontoon boat “Kaydeross”. Saratoga Lake had been without a tour boat for many years since the steamboat Alice left in 1930. Lake tours quickly proved to be a success! This old tradition of lake cruises dated back to 1845 when folks looked to escape the hot city life and enjoy lake life . Guests and locals could once again sit back and relax while enjoying the lake or entertaining guests. In 2017 a fantail launch was purchased to handle larger groups. This small family business soon became a welcomed attraction at Saratoga Lake. We are proud to offer our services to our guests and look forward to showing you our little secret lake!

Our Crew

HAL

Founded in 2016, Hal and Erin Raven began offering lake tours with our pontoon boat “Kaydeross”. Saratoga Lake had been without a tour boat for many years since the steamboat Alice left in 1930. Lake tours quickly proved to be a success! This old tradition of lake cruises dated back to 1845 when folks looked to escape the hot city life and enjoy lake life . Guests and locals could once again sit back and relax while enjoying the lake or entertaining guests. In 2017 a fantail launch was purchased to handle larger groups. This small family business soon became a welcomed attraction at Saratoga Lake. We are proud to offer our services to our guests and look forward to showing you our little secret lake!

KEVIN

Kevin brings a lot of experience and knowledge to company. He has been boating since he was 8 years old. Kevin served 8 years with the United States Coast Guard at Eatons Neck. After Kevin Retired from the Coast Guard he then worked in the private sector serving on tug boats in New York Harbor and the Hudson River. Kevin holds his New York Masters Captains and Engineering License as well a Coast Guard License. He has Captained Lake George cruise boats as well as ships in Florida. Kevin is extremely knowable in marine engineering and a huge asset to the company.

BOB

Bob is a licensed Master Captain by the State of New York and holds a Coast Guard Maritime License as well. Bob grew up boating down state on Long Island’s South shore, Great South Bay, Long Island Sound and offshore waters of the Atlantic. He spent about 25 years boating on the Intercoastal waterway and near shore Atlantic waters in south Florida. Today he resides in the Lake George area where he has vacationed for over 40 years. He truly enjoys the combination of interacting with people and boating.

JACK

Jack is our Captain in training! He will be turning 12 this year and taken his boater safety course. He is well versed in marine terminology and becoming extremely interested in the boat business. He enjoys boating with his parents and is eager to learn the history of the lake. He enjoys narrating and sharing points of interest with our guests. Jack even helps on the big Lake George boats when his father Hal pilots them. Jack is always a welcomed addition on deck!

ANTHONY

Anthony is a licensed Master Captain by the State of New York. Anthony grew up boating down state in Brooklyn. He spent many summers coming up north and loved the Adirondacks and Lake George. Anthony has a love for steamboats and often pilots the Steamer Minne Ha Ha on Lake George. His other love is steam whistles and calliopes. He truly enjoys the history of the boats and being on the water.

KARA

Kara is our youngest member of the team! She has a feisty attitude and loves to be on the water working with her dad. She loves to help our guests and her favorite cruise is the Coffee Cruise. Kara will be training this season to take her boaters safety course. Be sure to look for her when checking in for your cruise!

ED

Ed is licensed JP&E Captain by the State of New York. He is also a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force and recently retired with over 26 years of service. Ed grew up in Ballston Spa and spent many summers boating on Saratoga Lake and other upstate NY waterways with his family. This is his second season with us and he is a welcomed new addition to our team. Capt Ed’s enthusiasm for boating is evident and he is always happy to entertain our guests!

GARRISON

Garrison is a licensed JP&E Captain. He spent summers teaching waterskiing and is recent graduate of Siena Collage. He has been eager to learn the lake and its history!

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