Oceanographic Services

 

diver at the Channel Islands


Oceanographic Services
Marine Restoration • Scientific Diving • Offshore Operations

Professional dive and vessel-based field operations supporting kelp restoration, marine science, and coastal projects across Southern California.

For all inquiries email john@thegoodcaptainco.com

 

Our Services

Kelp Restoration Operations

Diver-led urchin suppression, deployment of restoration systems, reef preparation, and monitoring support for kelp recovery projects.

Scientific Diving

Survey work, transects, photo/video monitoring, sensor deployment, and experimental support for research teams and environmental programs.

Marine & Offshore Operations

Vessel-based logistics, offshore access, deployment, and recovery operations throughout the Channel Islands and surrounding coast.

Vessel & Offshore Support

With full nitrox dive spread, HP to LP surface supplied, crew support, equipment deployment, and remote site logistics on a 32 ft. work vessel.

Why Good Captain

With over 15,000 hours in the water, commercial fishing experience, and vessel ownership, we provide reliable, efficient execution in demanding marine environments.

Current Focus

We are actively supporting kelp restoration and marine operations across Ventura, Santa Barbara, and the Channel Islands, with a focus on scalable field execution and adaptive management.

Work With Us

We support nonprofits, research institutions, environmental and marine science organizations, marine contractors and offshore operators, government and structured marine programs requiring professional dive operations and marine logistics.

 

For project inquiries, operational support, or collaboration opportunities, please contact The Good Captain Co. to discuss scope, logistics, and deployment capability.

John Hoadley

805.402.8372

john@thegoodcaptainco.com