Meet Our Crew

Experience the Difference of Expertise and Excellence.

Rhea House

Parent Company

Lee Ralston

Charter Director of Abeona Charters. Graduated from The University of Maryland with a BS in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, and Mathematics. Practiced engineering before switching into the marine field from there left to co-found two companies, Peake Mobile Marine and Peake Props and Services.

Mary Miltenberger

Client Relations 

Mary, originally from Indiana, is a mother of six active children. She is passionate about outdoor activities, particularly paddleboarding and kayaking, and has extensive experience managing large NGO's, she's ready to assist with any booking needs!.

Captain Chip Johnston

From Captain Chip, I’ve been boating since I was 6 with my dad. I love the water and everything about boating. It’s been a dream come true to find myself in a position to put my life’s work into my passion.

Captain Earnest Smith

Captain Ernest, USCG Master License holder, excels in maritime navigation and safety. With extensive experience upon near coastal and inland waters, he ensures precision and security in all nautical endeavors.

Captain Floyd Smith

Floyd grew up on the Bay and has been on and around boats all his life. He has over 9000 miles of offshore experience mostly in the Pacific and South China Sea. He and his wife Donna lived aboard their 42ft ketch in Hong Kong for 11 years while cruising and experiencing Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and the Philippines. Returning to the US and the Chesapeake a few years ago he loves being able to share his love of sailing and introducing new people to the joys of being out on the water