Captain James W. Hudgens
Vessel Master / Mate-Pilot of Towing
Latest News
First, let me say thank you for following my page over the years. It has been a long and interesting journey since the early 1990's and my beginnings with Dive Surf and Beach Divers Hawaii.
2009 has been a year of struggle and victory. The struggles were personal while the victories have been public. It is official, my Mate-Pilot of Towing was issued during May.
This is a new look for my page, you know, I do this every year or so. The photo of me underwater (right) was on the James Bond Wreck in the Bahamas. Diving without a mask is not recommended but since I'm a professional instructor we do stupid stuff at times
Yes, I am still planning an Amtrak trip. Stay tuned for my revised trip ideas. Not sure if I will make it to Spain.
My assignment at North Bank Towing has changed. My new position will be on the Thad A. as first mate. This is as the result of patience on the part of my employer, continued effort on my part and Captain Harold for believing in me and helping with the final phase of my Towing Officer Assessment Record (TOAR). Getting into the tow boat business is a real change of pace for someone like me after years on crew boats and early years in the scuba diving and yachting field.
The old days of Hawaii are past but I just ordered five more pounds of Pure Hawaiian Kona Bean. You can take the diver out of Hawaii but you will never take the Hawaiian out of me. I do miss the islands.
I'm still looking for the shot of me body surfing at Ala Moana Beach Park.
Again, Mahalo nui Loa for the visit.
Peace and Blessing to All, Always.
If you are looking for me, try Facebook. I hang there.
CLLS and Dancing Allowed
For now I will be providing sub links to these interests. One day I may re-launch sites but in the interest of funding, well, let's just Keep It Simple.
The photo gallery is updated with some of my older photos. More to come soon.
I am not sending out resumes since I seem to have found a home with my present employer. Computer assistance is still available and I will continue to do consulting as needed.
James W. Hudgens
My Photography is For Sale