Meet the crew

Thomas founded Osprey Bay in 1998 after leaving behind his career as an RN. He is a US veteran that served during Desert Storm in the Army and Airforce. Kayaking, fishing and hiking are passions that he made into a successful in business. He is an ACA instructor and guide.

Kim helped start Osprey Bay in 1998 but didn’t come on full time in the business until 2001 after leaving behind her former career in banking. With a finance and accounting background, Kim keeps track of the books but also loves to be outside on a kayak. She is an ACA instructor and guide.

Jacob paddled his way to Osprey Bay after childhood summers at Kim's camp, equipped with a tech degree and skills galore. He handles kayak repairs, roof rack installations, and connects paddlers with their ideal boats. When not busy with tools, he captures adventures on camera and enhances our online presence with his editing magic.

Practically born in a kayak. Paddling with her mom and dad before she could even walk. She has been very involved in all of our kayak trips and even helps guide them now. She is also an honor role, dual enrollment student and Osprey Bay model for a lot of our marketing.

Kenny is a kayak guide on our trips. He is also a native American and can educated everyone about the history of Florida before the settlers and point out a lot of the Indian mounds.

Michael has been a kayak guide on our trips for over ten years. He makes sure everyone has a fun and safe time on the water and is always there to lend a hand.