Deeeeetroit River-front (Jake Weiss) Gadfly Investigations Newspaper

            The Detroit river is a magical stretch of water that separates our lovely state from the friendly foreign country of Canada! The river has been around for as long as Detroit has and doesn't seem to be going anywhere anytime soon, especially in this weather. Trying to pick the least coldest day among a stretch of the most coldest days this year, was a little tricky, but I did land on a nice day that flirted sunshine yet still spat snow in my face. Unlike every resident who had the smart idea to stay away from the Riverfront, I took the task of walking it. Despite the freezing winds from the river and the constant stream of snow, the Detroit River Walk still makes for a good afternoon getaway no matter the weather.

Detroit River Walk Sign

Canada from the Detroit River Walk

            The city of Detroit can be overwhelming if you're unfamiliar with the tall buildings and one way streets, but there is so much to love around every corner. My journey started out at a snow covered Hart Plaza, with very few trails where foot traffic past through. Some of the events that take place in the plaza, in the summer, are the Detroit Electronic Music festival, Jazz festival, Rock & Roll festival, and Motor City Pride festival just to name a few. This empty plaza was a complete contrast from the crowds that gather during the warm weather and summer events. Passing the iconic, yet desolate, Dodge & Son memorial fountain, I made my way toward the waterfront where a Canadian skyline greeted me through the snow smeared sky. So close and yet so far, it sings to you through the wind and its buildings beckon you to visit.

Detroit's Hart Plaza

Statue on the Detroit River Walk we saw on own tour

Statue on the great tour of he DETROIT RIVER WALK!

            The Gateway to Freedom International memorial statue stands to mark an important part of Detroit history at the edge of Hart Plaza. This memorial seeks to remind us of Detroit's important role in helping runaway slaves through the underground railroad all those many years ago. The Detroit Princess river boat is hard to miss with its hulking size and growling motors. Even the Princess has to stay warm in her icy bath. When she does make it out on the river in the summer she's open for parties and events and can hold a large number of people for any occasion. There's not many places now the Princess can go with the river half frozen. The ice sheets on the river over-lap each other in most places and create aesthetically interesting designs. If I were more daring I'd think about trying to walk out on it, but I'm not sure anything would make me trust that river ice.

           

'The Detroit Princess' ship on the Detroit River

'The Detroit Princess' at home in the Winter

            Further down the river walk, past the Detroit Princess, you start to hear the rumble and screeching sound of metal ringing from above. Tall columns support the overhead rail system famously known as “the People Mover”. The metal car makes no subtleties when passing by as you approach the Joe Louis arena. With plans to demolish and rebuild the arena, it wont be long before the Joe becomes another memory like that of Tiger Stadium and the Silver Dome. Until then, we can enjoy the iconic home of the Red Wings as it sits by the river, casting it's glory to the Canadians across the way. Canadians may be known for their skills at Hockey but we're always ready for a challenge, and we're not afraid to show it!

Detroit 'People Mover' Tram from the DETROIT RIVER WALK

Joe Louis Arena from the RIVER WALK

Detroit Renaissance Center

            The Joe Louis Arena was my last stop in that direction on the river walk, so I doubled back and kept walking the other way. The other direction down the river front is more open but is almost immediately towered over by the GM Renaissance Building. If anyone knows anything about Detroit they're probably familiar with one of the most iconic buildings, the GM Renaissance Center. Brooding over the river front, it's hard to not marvel at the sheer height of the buildings, and I was not the only one there in awe. A small group of foreign travelers were bundled up in front of the building posing and taking photos. So although there are no fountains running or any music festivals playing, the river walk is still a good adventure for anybody looking to spend a nice afternoon. If you're able to embrace the cold and can't wait until the summer, go have an adventure on the Detroit River-front today!

Downtown Detroit, Michigan from the RIVERWALK

Art near the DETROIT RENAISSANCE CENTER in DETROIT, MI.

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