Ursa Minor Crew

Captain/Owner Bryan Lane moved to St. Thomas from New England,
and loves it. He
is a USCG licensed captain with over 20 years’ experience in big boat sailing and
management. Prior to re-locating,
Bryan was a partner with an international consulting firm specializing in
human resources.
Bryan
is an avid sailor and enjoys coaching novice sailors in the techniques of big
boat handling. He also enjoys
scuba diving as well as snorkeling the beautiful reefs found in the Virgin
Islands.
Co-Captain/Chef
Judy Knape is
both a USCG licensed captain and an award- winning chef with over 12 years’
chartering experience in the Virgin Islands.
Prior to taking up charter work full time, Judy practiced law in St.
Thomas and in Micronesia. As a
long-time resident she has an intimate knowledge of the best anchorages,
snorkel locations, hiking trails and romantic hideaways throughout the
islands. No one is better
prepared to help you plan a picture-perfect day.
Judy’s
culinary talents include preparing heart-healthy meals with a Caribbean flair
as well as sinfully delicious desserts. She
has also served as Executive Director of the Virgin Islands
Charteryacht League in her spare time.