Seneca Daysails

Doug & Cheryl Hazlitt Doug and Cheryl have owned Seneca Day Sails for 14 years.Cheryl helps with all the day to day business operations as well as raising a family and keeping Doug in line. A U.S. Coast Guard Certified Captain, Doug grew up sailing the pristine waters of Seneca Lake. Doug has crewed on and captained many boat deliveries in New England, Florida, and the Caribbean. In 1980's he founded Seneca Daysails, chartering his 38’ John Alden schooner, Chantey, on Seneca Lake and in Key West. Doug later sold Chantey to a private owner in Martha’s Vineyard, and began the restoration of the Malabar X. When Doug is not sailing aboard the Malabar X or on the water with his family, he is Vice President of the family-owned business, Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards, an award winning winery in Hector, NY.
Paul Dimmick A U.S. Coast Guard Certified Captain, Paul also grew up sailing the deep waters of Seneca Lake. Paul has crewed on and captained many boat deliveries from New England, Florida, and the Caribbean. Paul has been an integral part of Seneca Daysails since the beginning. When Paul is not at the helm of the Malabar X, he is guiding students at the Cornell University Cinema, where he is the head projectionist.
Bob Kinner Bob is the Ambassador of the Finger Lakes. A retired businessman, Bob has explored the world and embarked upon many adventures. Bob is also an integral part of Seneca Daysails. When Bob is not sailing, you can find him greeting folks at Hazlitt Winery, or in any of the fine establishments of Watkins Glen. Be sure to say Hello, Bob always has an interesting story.
Brett Beardslee First mate Brett Beardslee, returning from California to pirate the waters of Seneca Lake, has been with our crew since launch day and refuses to leave, He moonlights as a musician and enjoys Pabst Blue Ribbon and long walks on the beach.