Meet the Crew

Get to Know Your Captains!

Captain Keith Pearson

Keith has been with Double Action Dive Charters from the very beginning. With more than 50 years of experience on the Great Lakes working as a tow boat operator, commercial diver, underwater archeologist and historian. He has a wealth of experience and loves talking about the amazing history of the wrecks we visit. If you are lucky you’ll get a chance to hear one of his classic “dad” jokes that will have you smiling from ear to ear!

Vessel: Seaquest II

Captain Tony Bach

Tony has been on the Great Lakes for more than 40 years as a captain and as a diver. He has enjoyed many of the wrecks and can tell you stories for hours about adventures he has had on the wrecks of Lake Michigan. You are sure to be in safe hands with Tony at the helm as you set off for adventure. Make sure you help yourself to the tasty pretzel sticks that he always brings for his passengers. I dare you to eat just one!

Vessel: Seaquest II

Captain Shawn Crowl

You may have talked with Captain Shawn while you were setting up your next adventure on Go Between. He brings a wealth of diving knowledge and experience to the boat and your next charter. He has been with the company since the very beginning and is sure to make your time our on the Great Lakes and experience your friends and family with be amazed with. 

Vessel: Go Between

Captain Mark Hartman

Riding with Captain Mark is sure to be a good time. When he is not taking you to some amazing diving destinations you can find him enjoying a good brew or playing some great tunes on his drums. A charter with Captain Mark is sure to be memorable.

Vessel: Go Between

Captain Wayne McCarty

Wayne has been working as a captain for more than four decades. He is a member of USCG Auxiliary, Sanilac County Sheriff Marine Patrol, Asst. Captain Sanilac County Sheriff Dive Team, Carsonville Fire Dept Phase II Firefighter, Paramedic Director of Carsonville Area Ambulance Service, Michigan Department of Health EMS Instructor/Coordinator and PADI Divemaster/ Master Diver. With an impressive resume of skills and experience, he will ensure your trip is safe and enjoyable as you explore the wrecks of the Great Lakes.

Vessel: Go Between

Captain David Barlow

Captain Dave Barlow has been at the helm of the Go Between, departing from Port Sanilac, since 2023, after earning his 50 Ton USCG Master Captain’s license.

An avid diver with over 700 logged dives, Dave is a technical extended range and cave diver, a certified Divemaster, and is currently pursuing his SDI Instructor certification. He has also completed over 100 cave dives.

Dave’s greatest joy as a captain and diver is ensuring our dive clients have the best possible experience, both above and below the water.

Double Action Dive Charters offers world-class wreck diving. Book a charter today and join us for an unforgettable adventure! We look forward to welcoming you aboard!

Vessel: Go Between

Captain Jeff Tackett

Captain Jeff has been a diver, boater, and captain for many years and brings a wealth of knowledge and skill to your next charter. He will ensure you and your dive buddies have a safe, fun, and enjoyable time on the water. Ask him about his favorite wrecks and dive trips. 
 

Vessel: Go Between

Meet Your Dive Masters