The Man Overboard is the dramatic story of Darryl Hagar, a Merchant Marine Officer who within his life of discipline and order led a secret, clandestine existence of alcoholism, drug abuse, chaos, and crime. In The Man Overboard, Darryl retells his gripping personal account of his struggle to reclaim control of his life and begin the journey toward recovery from a lifestyle no one even knew existed.
Just one in my vast collection of
"Mug Shots" obtained throughout my career.

A twenty five year veteran of the Merchant Marines, this “Drunken Sailor” was charged with the daunting responsibility of navigating 900 foot supertankers, globetrotting the dangerous and unpredictable oceans of the world.

Follow along and share in the tales of his exploits, adventures, and traumatic life events in this story of inspiration and personal triumph. Share in the personal empowerment of Darryl’s transformation into a life of reformed sobriety and his personal mission to create widespread social awareness to reverse the hidden reality of this widespread epidemic.
 
Standing beneath the hull of an enormous Supertanker.

 


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"I have had the pleasure of viewing your website and wanted to let you know how proud I am having known you and what you are currently doing. As one of your prior supervisors, I apologize for not being more in-tuned with your needs at that time. Just know, as time progresses, we gain wisdom through experience. I have gained from this experience. Keep up the great work! I will continue to look for the good things in life that you have accomplished."

-Captain Richard Holman, Overseas New York and The Kenai

 

"Writing The Man Overboard and sharing your life experiences with alcoholism, ships, and the lessons you've learned takes great courage and will be helpful to our industry. I believe men will tuck your book in the bottom of their sea bags and read it back on the ships. I think men will look at their own lives, change their behaviors, and in turn, you will have helped prevent oil pollution and accidents. I will spread the work of your recovery and sobriety.

-Annonymous, West Coast Oil Tanker Port Captain

 

Darryl:

Finally getting a chance to write, although I finished your book just three days after it arrived.  You've put out a real page-turner, Darryl!  Amazing story.  I read a ton of books, probably more than thirty a year, and I really enjoyed this literary experience (not to say the story isn't tragic and an eye-opener).  You should be very proud of where you are at.  The website looks terrific, and I've seen some of the YouTube videos of your presentations.  Keep up the great work, man!

Dennis Hilton,

President 
The Cheney Companies Financial Group includes Cheney Insurance, Harbor Insurance,
Newcastle Square Realty, Bridgewater Financial Group, Inc., and Newcastle Square Vacation Rentals.

 

 

 
 

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The Man Overboard Graphic Novels are Finally Here!
 

The long awaited Issue No. 1 of Darryl's brand new Graphic Novel is finally here.
The Man Overboard Comic Book
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The Man Overboard Blog contains daily excerpts from my personal diary. I've recorded detailed stories and accounts from my 20+ year battle with drugs and alcohol, and now you can share in my vivid stories.
 
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