About Us

Welcome to Open Water Marine, your premier boat dealership in Mandan, North Dakota, where exceptional sales and service come together to make your boating experience unforgettable.

About Us

Welcome to Open Water Marine, your premier boat dealership in Mandan, North Dakota, where exceptional sales and service come together to make your boating experience unforgettable.

Whether you’re shopping for your very first boat, upgrading to something new, or keeping your current boat in top condition, our experienced team is here to support you every step of the way. We take pride in offering honest guidance, trusted marine brands, and reliable service designed around your needs.

At Open Water Marine, boating isn’t just our business—it’s our passion. From the moment you walk through our doors to long after you hit the water, you can count on our team for expertise, transparency, and a commitment to doing things the right way.

Meet the Team - Open Water Marine

The Crew

Meet the Team

Dedicated experts passionate about keeping you on the water. Discover the people behind Open Water Marine's top-tier service and commitment to excellence.

Shawn - Owner and Operator

Shawn

Owner and Operator

Shawn fell in love with all things moving at a young age. As an avid racer, his love for power led him to Open Road Honda and various roles throughout the years. He started up Open Water Marine and moved to the current location in 2024.

Ask about my love for:

  • Jesus
  • His Family
  • Race Cars
  • Asian Buffets
  • Boy Scouts
Wayne - Mechanic

Wayne

Mechanic

Wayne brings 10+ years of fiberglass repair to the team. He trained under Bob at Gibbons Fiberglass. He is the most meticulous cleaner in our office and makes the boats shiny for all sports shows.

Ask about my love for:

  • Good Cigars
  • Diet Coke
  • His Disney Trips
  • His Pup
Corey - Mechanic

Corey

Mechanic

Corey started his mechanic career working on small engines with his dad. After various jobs, he landed at BisMan Prop Works, and now brings his unique prop-fixing expertise to Open Water Marine.

Ask about my love for:

  • Really Great BBQ
  • His Family
  • Golfing
  • His Baseball Career
Hunter Keller - Sales Manager

Hunter Keller

Sales Manager

Hunter is our Sales Manager, and he's here to make your buying experience simple and enjoyable. He'll take the time to understand what you're looking for, answer your questions, and help you find the right fit. Whether you know exactly what you want or need a little guidance, Hunter is ready to help.

Ask about my love for:

  • Cars
  • Snowboarding
  • Video games
  • Hunting/fishing
Ryan Dewald - Service Manager

Ryan Dewald

Service Manager

As Service Manager, Ryan will be working closely with our service team to make sure your experience is as smooth and stress-free as possible. Whether it’s routine maintenance, repairs, or getting your boat ready for the season, Ryan is here to help keep things moving and keep you informed along the way.

Ask about my love for:

  • Cars
  • Snowboarding
  • Video Games
  • Family Time
Mason Reeves - Shop help

Mason Reeves

Shop help

Process Plant Operator

Ask about my love for:

  • Working on anything with wheels

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What Our Customers Are Saying

Meagan Sharp
Google Review
We purchased jet skis from Open Water Marine. Shawn and his team made the process easy! They educated us on them to ensure we knew how to take care of them and run them. Great service! Lots of memories to be made with our boys!

Mel Etzler
Google Review
Got my boat back yesterday. I have been to a number of different repair shops over the years. I found Shawn and his employees to be honest and fair. I left happy with the cost and the quality of work. As of now it’s the only repair shop i will use.

Darren Schultz
Google Review
We took the 12 person Diamante Viaggio Tri-Toon out for an evening on the river. Our group had a great time! We enjoyed the spacious boat with a great sound system, powered by an ultra quiet motor. Shawn was very helpful and provided an excellent experience for us.

Lori Allen
Google Review
We rented a camper from Shawn. Process was simple.which was nice because I’d never used a camper or hauled one before. Camper was clean. Worked out we got an extra day and a half out of the deal.

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