Richard Metz 
Sea Stories 
True Adventures of Great Lakes Freighter Captain, Richard Metz

Captain Metz was a Great Lakes captain for 30 years. He experienced wild weather, close calls, near misses, and events that can only be described as “unimaginable.” He has incredible sea stories to tell, and now they are yours to enjoy. Take an entertaining look at life aboard a variety of Great Lakes ships. Read the triumphs, the struggles, and the secrets of a captain’s life in 30 compelling true tales. Plus, you’ll be fascinated by the histories and full-color photographs of the ships themselves, as well as a few amazing stories of wreck diving and ships that didn’t make it. If you’re a history buff, a Great Lakes enthusiast, a ship watcher, or a fan of a good yarn, Sea Stories is for you!

About the author

Before becoming interested in sailing the Great Lakes steam ships, Captain Richard Metz enjoyed 25 years of scuba diving in the Great Lakes. His interest in freighters came about after one of his dives led him and a buddy to explore a sunken freighter. From that point on, Captain Metz decided sailing the mighty steam ships would be his career. During his 33 years of sailing, Captain Metz made hundreds of trips across all five Great Lakes and the Saint Lawrence Seaway. His hobbies include travel to Europe and South America, flying his own Cessna, and enjoying time at his cabin on Lake Superior.