The Silver Hawk

I spent approximately 5 years living aboard the Silver Hawk.  Docked on the Detroit River (Detroit, Michigan) it was certainly a different form of living.

At that time I could afford a house or the boat I always dreamed of.  You see my choice.  The summers were great but not long enough. The challenging winters were dreary and too long.

As is usual for me I needed an additional challenge so I studied hard and tested and received my U.S. Coast Guard Masters (Captain’s) License. They said no one passed the test on the first try.  I did. I was more proud of my “Capt. Dave” title than I was of my police rank..

So as a side job(?) I started Silver Hawk River Cruises.  I never made much money but it was a lot of fun and I had some great experiences.  Traveling the Great Lakes was an exciting adventure in its own right, and I do miss it.

Bikes for dockside transportation.

Docked

Buttoned up for foul weather.

The entry way and entertainment area.

Salon and Aft Cabin.

The galley.

My favorite place to be.

Bouncer my live-aboard ferret

“Bouncer” checking the life jackets.

Police Cadets on a visit to the U.S. Coast Guard Station.

Some charters were better than others.

Shrink Wrapped and prepared for winter.

My winter home.

The nearby marina buttoned down for winter.

Winter was harsh.

Always a great view on the Detroit River.

Even a storm left you in awe of natures power.

The Silver Hawk for sale.

A sad day.

Captain Dave

Zoom out on the map below and you will see I had easy access to all of the Great Lakes.

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