Man on mission to expose at-risk youth to maritime industry

CHICAGO (FOX 32 News) - Mark Stevenson discovered his love of the sea at a very young age, watched ships sail the James River, and dreamt of becoming a captain.

Years later, his dreams came true. He has became one of the youngest captains on Lake Michigan.

But that's where his story stops. Captain Stevenson is on mission to expose at risk youth to careers in the booming maritime industry.