Shipwreck Explorers LLC

I recently had a chance to watch this excellent video about the Rosinco shipwreck put together by Satolli Glassmeyer - History in Your Own Backyard.

What amazed me most was the vessel's journey before it became a Lake Michigan shipwreck. Originally built as the luxury yacht Georgiana III, she later served during World War I, patrolling Delaware Bay on the East Coast before eventually making her way to the Great Lakes. It's remarkable to think that a vessel with such a varied history ultimately came to rest on the bottom of Lake Michigan off Kenosha, Wisconsin.

I was honored to contribute the underwater photographs featured throughout the video. These images were taken during dives on the wreck several years ago, and it was great to see them help tell the story of this unique shipwreck.

If you're interested in Great Lakes maritime history, shipwrecks, or underwater exploration, it's well worth a watch.

The Rosinco Shipwreck, Kenosha, Wisconsin, 1928 www.HistoryInYourOwnBackyard.cominfo@HistoryInYourOwnBackyard.com812-623-5727Built" rel="ugc" target="_blank">www.HistoryInYourOwnBackyard.cominfo@HistoryInYourOwnBackyard.com812-623-5727Built in 1916 by shipbuilders Harlan and Hollingsworth, in Wilmington, Delaware ...

Looking for a mid-week getaway?

We're heading out Wednesday evening June 3rd for our first evening dive of the season on the Prins Willem V ("Willie"), one of Milwaukee's most popular shipwrecks. Weather is looking favorable, and visibility has been excellent lately.

If you've been thinking about getting in the water, this is an easy way to break up the work week and spend an evening on Lake Michigan.

Details and registration:
https://www.shipwreckexplorers.com/dive-schedule/2026-06-03pm/

Last opening this Saturday 5/30 double dip to the Prins Willem V! https://www.shipwreckexplorers.com/dive-schedule/2025-05-30am/

And few more openings to the Prins Willem V and Dredge #6 this Sunday 5/31. https://www.shipwreckexplorers.com/dive-schedule/2025-05-31am/

3D model by Andrew Goodman and Ken Merryman (3DShipwrecks.org), in collaboration with the Wisconsin Historical Society — CC BY-ND.

Last-minute opening for Monday, May 25!
One spot just opened up on the Willie & Dredge #6 trip with a great group of divers. The group organizer is offering the open spot at a discounted $150 price.

Trip details:
https://www.shipwreckexplorers.com/dive-schedule/2026-05-25am/

Interested? Contact Tobi:
[email protected]

Double dip on the Prime Willem V this Saturday and spots are still available. Take a break and come join us this weekend! https://www.shipwreckexplorers.com/dive-schedule/2026-05-23am/

First real-world test of the new Insta360 X5 on Saturday’s Lake Michigan shipwreck dives aboard the Molly V!

We visited two classics:
• Milwaukee Car Ferry (100–130 ft)
• Prins Willem V (60–90 ft)

Water temp? A refreshing 39°F on the bottom and 40°F at the surface.

Everything was going perfectly… until my fat dry glove fingers apparently changed the camera mode underwater from video to timelapse/snapshots without me realizing it. LOL
But honestly, it turned into a fun first experiment anyway. I was able to salvage some underwater shots, surface action, diver descents, boat moments, and a few unexpectedly cinematic scenes that I never would have captured with a normal camera setup.

For a first Insta360 attempt:
• dive housing worked
• camera survived
• footage captured
• no leaks
• lessons learned
• success 😄

Here’s the video:
https://youtu.be/Y4pMs_isiv8?si=vU3Ub61nmJ1WlLmr

Milwaukee Car Ferry & Prins Willem V | Lake Michigan Shipwreck Diving | Shipwreck Explorers LLC Diving two iconic Lake Michigan shipwrecks aboard the Molly V with Shipwreck Explorers LLC out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin on May 9, 2026.This trip included dive...

Dive Schedule is LIVE!!!
Trips are now scheduled for May and June, with additional dates throughout the season — and more being added.

If there’s a specific shipwreck you’d like to visit this summer, let me know!
https://www.shipwreckexplorers.com/dive-schedule/

🚀 It’s live.
After months of work behind the scenes, the new Shipwreck Explorers website is officially launched.
https://www.shipwreckexplorers.com/

This has been a big rebuild — bringing together our dive schedule, Great Lakes shipwreck maps, and detailed wreck information into one place. The goal was simple: make it easier for divers to explore, plan, and get out on the lake.

Now that the site is live, I’ll be actively updating the dive schedule — so keep an eye on it as new trips are added.

The season is here, the wrecks are waiting… and I’m excited to share this next chapter with all of you.

Ken and the 3DShipwrecks team have just published a stunning high-resolution 2025 model of the Milwaukee Car Ferry.

The detail is incredible — you can clearly see structural collapse patterns, hull plate separation, debris scattered across the bottom, and the detached pilot house resting off the main hull. This kind of documentation is invaluable for preservation, research, and dive planning. It gives both historians and divers a new perspective on one of Milwaukee’s most iconic technical wrecks.

Huge respect to Ken and his team for the craftsmanship and dedication behind this work.

If you’ve dove this wreck with us, you’ll recognize the layout immediately. If you haven’t yet… the lake is calling. 🌊

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All I want for Christmas is… 🎄🤿
Full tanks,
Calm seas,
Dry gloves that don’t leak,
Good dive buddies,
and wrecks that never end ...
Merry Christmas to my scuba family 🫶