About Us

Meet Your Captain & Crew

Brian and Jeren Schmidt are the owners and operators of ABC Coastal Excursions, LLC. Lifelong Alaskans, they are ready to take you on a private custom cruise exploring the areas around Admiralty, Baranof, and Chichagof Islands.

Brian was born and raised in Sitka and grew up exploring the waters here with his family. Growing up living a subsistence lifestyle of fishing, hunting, and harvesting from the land and water makes him uniquely qualified to introduce guests to the Alaskan experience. Brian is Captain of the Silver Lady, holding a USCG 50 Ton Master Captain’s License.

Jeren is originally from the small town of Nikiski on the north end of Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula – another area known for its wild salmon, and amazing fishing opportunities. Jeren also grew up living a subsistence lifestyle with her family – hunting moose, fishing for salmon and harvesting berries from the land. Jeren is Inupiaq and comes from many generations of lifelong Alaskans. With a background in the culinary arts, Jeren elevates the dining experience on board the Silver Lady with exquisite menu options that combine local flavors with modern flare.

Together, Brian and Jeren are raising 3 energetic, outdoor loving kids and teaching them the traditions of a subsistence lifestyle right here on Baranof Island – while also training them to be future crew of the Silver Lady. Until then, we also employ one deckhand to assist with running the Silver Lady and to ensure a premium guest experience for those times when Jeren may be pulled away for family. We look forward to hosting you and are honored to have the opportunity to share this amazing place with you, your family and friends.