Captain Tony Young | Owner
Captain Tony Young is the owner and operator of Forever Young Charter Company. He graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Environment and Sustainability, with emphasis on coral reef ecology. Tony has worked at the Georgia Aquarium, Coral Restoration Foundation, and numerous dive companies through the United States. Tony is a professional spearfishing guide, TDI certified technical diver, PADI certified elite dive instructor, FII certified free diver, USCG licensed captain, and an EFR instructor. He has a passion for marine conservation and dedicated all entities of Forever Young to promoting sustainable spearfishing practices.
Allysa Lund | First Mate
Allysa was born and raised in Minnesota, where she graduated with an undergraduates degree in Elementary and Special Education. After college, she moved to the Florida Keys to pursue a full-time career in teaching. Allysa now works at the Key Largo school as an elementary/middle school teacher, working with special needs children. She also coaches the schools volleyball team and is an active volunteer within the community. Aside from teaching, Allysa is a passionate diver and advocate for marine conservation. She enjoys the island life and loves working with families on the boat.
Captain Jeff Tharp | Captain
Captain Jeff Tharp graduated from Indiana University with a degree in Outdoor Recreation, Parks and Human Ecology. His degree focused on adventure education which lead Jeff to teach a variety of outdoor skills from backpacking, rock climbing, downhill skiing and snowboarding. His passion for teaching continued as he achieved the PADI Master Instructor and Emergency First Response Instructor Trainer dive ratings. Jeff is also a licensed USCG master captain.
Captain Luke Rankin | Spearfishing Guide
Luke was born and raised in Delaware where he grew up surfing, hunting, and working as an ocean lifeguard for the Rehoboth Beach Patrol. His love for the water and passion for helping others led him to pursue a career in diving, and a life in the beautiful Florida Keys. Luke is a licensed USCG master captain, PADI Dive Instructor, Emergency First Response Instructor, and avid spear fisherman.
Captain David Wilkerson | Captain
Bio coming soon!
Billy Moscatello | Spearfishing Guide
Billy was born and raised in Florida and took his first steps on his fathers Hatteras “Iron Will”. Growing up on the water, Billy has developed a deep passion for fishing and diving. He has become an experienced guide and brings a great energy to every charter. Billy is currently attending the University of Tampa to pursue a degree in business.