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Page 34 TASHMOO resting on the bottom of the Detroit River In a rather remarkable transit feat, the pilot house and main salon of the Tashmoo were moved virtually intact to Capt. McKenty's property on the Chenal Ecarte River within the Mirwin Park complex. During the spring of 1937, modifications, including a solid foundation, were completed and the Tashmoo (of sorts) was reincarnated. Capt. McKenty and his wife looked upon their unique summer residence as a retreat where peace, privacy and solitude would be amenities they could enjoy. Little did they realize at the time, the deep attachment and love the Tashmoo had generated amongst thousands of patrons during her near four decade career of transporting happy excursionists over the busy travel lanes between Detroit and Port Huron. In September of 1937, Capt McKenty and his wife had completed preparations which included Tashmoo effects and After resting on the bottom of the Detroit River since June 19, the steamer Tashmoo is once again in a snug harbor. She was brought to the surface Saturday evening and yesterday towed to the north end of Bob-Lo Island where dismantling operations will be started this week. A hole eight inches in diameter, tom in her starboard side by the sunken rock in the Sugar Island channel, was the reason why the Tashmoo was scarcely able to limp into the Bmnner-Mond dock with 1,400 passengers aboard, all of whom escaped safely. (Photo and caption from the Windsor Star - August 31, 1936) Tashmoo on River Bottom at Amherstburg Dock motifs which gave the interior an authentic feel ofthe steamboat she was in another life. Friends were invited to the auspicious opening. Guests marvelled at the uniqueness and authenticity of the McKenty's" Tashmoo cabin" as it would soon be known. By this time, nearby Mirwin Park had gained immense popularity as a recreational destination, not only by auto but pleasure craft as well. Many visiting yachters were from the Detroit area including a large number who knew the Tashmoo well and had graced her decks on many occasions. Soon, word spread that the "remains" of their favourite excursion steamer were alive and well in a remote inland area of Ontario, Canada. Others Photo from Mann Historical Files