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Gray’s Reef: A Different Experience Every Time You Dive
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- Published on Thursday, 02 May 2013 11:20
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By Michael Jordan and Greg McFall
Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary
Located far enough off the Georgia shore to be just out of the way, and deep enough to be inaccessible to snorkelers, is found a true underwater treasure: Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary.
“Every time I dive at Gray’s Reef, I see something that I’ve never seen before,” said Deputy Superintendent and Research Coordinator Greg McFall, who has dived hundreds of times in the sanctuary. Added McFall, “Gray’s Reef is never the same place twice,” because of the frequent changes brought to the sanctuary by the changing of the seasons from an annual perspective and the currents which switch twice daily on shorter time scale. The sanctuary also sits near the confluence of the cold Labrador Current coming south from New England and warm Gulf Stream waters flowing north from the tropics. In addition, the sanctuary sits at the transition point between the inner and middle continental shelf. All these attributes together are part of what makes This constant interaction between temperate and tropical influences makes Gray’s Reef such a dynamic and a constantly-changing place.
Exploring the Philadelphia
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- Published on Wednesday, 03 April 2013 11:49
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Text and Photographs by Joe Porter and Rich Taylor
A few years ago I was diving with a group of people on a wreck off the coast of Myrtle Beach, commonly referred to as the “Civil War” wreck. Among the group of divers on board was a videographer named Rich Taylor, who, after introducing himself, asked if I had ever heard of the wreck of the Philadelphia off the coast of Cape Romain, South Carolina. I had not heard about the shipwreck before, but my interest immediately piqued when he said it was loaded with many Confederate cannons. Rich knew the person who had received ownership of the wreck in admiralty court and offered to set up a meeting and a possible dive on the wreck.
Pristine & Perfect Pompano Beach, FL
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- Published on Tuesday, 27 November 2012 20:15
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By Craig Dietrich - Local Diver
With amazing beaches and fantastic diving, Florida is a draw for divers excited for bright colors and amazing critter watchers. Located between Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton, Pompano Beach is not one to miss when listing good spots to dive! The area is currently listed as the country’s top vacation home market. Find out why Pompano Beach is one of the great dive destinations Florida has to offer!
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Ft. Myers Beach and Sanibel Island: Miles of Beaches and So Little Time
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- Published on Wednesday, 27 February 2013 12:02
- Written by Rick Stratton
Southwest Florida spreads like a blanket of sand and warmth along the state’s southernmost shoreline. Starting around Port Charlotte in the north and tripping along a continuum of cities and beach towns all the way to the Everglades, Southwest Florida Gulf of Mexico is a vacationing paradise for any tourist seeking adventure and relaxation at a variety of different locations.
Pompano Beach: The United Caribbean
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- Published on Tuesday, 20 November 2012 23:09
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Courtesy Craig Dietrich
Introduction: Covered in sea fans, soft corals of yellow and green, and sponges, the United Caribbean is now host to thousands of critters and fish. The Caribbean is one of the wrecks in the wreck triangle, including the Sea Emperor and the Noulla Express. Because of the close proximity to two other wrecks and a reef, it populated very quickly. Many of the same marine residents that occupy the United Caribbean can be seen on the Sea Emperor. Amberjack, snapper, grunts and other fish are common. The wreck moved slightly and sustained some damage during hurricane Wilma.
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary: Protecting coral reefs for future generations
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- Published on Wednesday, 30 January 2013 13:06
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By Karrie Carnes
Winter weather have you itching for warmer waters? Looking for a place where coral is king and the fish are photogenic? Then look no farther than the sunny archipelago of the Florida Keys, home to the world’s third largest barrier reef and where coral conservation isn’t just a suggestion, it’s the law.
Pompano Beach: The Sea Emperor
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- Published on Tuesday, 20 November 2012 23:08
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Courtesy Craig Dietrich
Introduction: Home to rich and diverse sea life, including goliath grouper, eels, nurse sharks and hundreds of other fish, the Sea Emperor is known as a photographer’s paradise! Residents include two stingrays known as “Ray” and “Stubby”, a moray eel called “Baby” and a couple of goliath grouper known as “Fred” and “Barney” are regularly sighted here. At one point, divers could expect to interact with as many as nine stingray on a single dive, rivaling Stingray City in the Cayman Islands. This wreck has been featured in numerous magazines and television shows worldwide.
West Palm Beach: Hot Nights, Cool Dives!
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- Published on Friday, 28 December 2012 18:13
- Written by Rick Stratton
West Palm Beach, long known for its nightlife and Cuban influence, attracts visitors from all over the world searching for a taste of the area’s amazing diversity. However, terrestrial diversity isn’t the only reason to visit West Palm…diversity in diving is the real discovery! Dan Volker, publisher of the South Florida Dive Journal, an on-line publication says the diversity is what keeps people coming back to the area to dive. “We were the first photo formatted on-line magazine on the internet,” says Volker. “I have seen first-hand through photos from divers from all over the world just how diverse this area is to dive. It is pretty amazing.”
Pompano Beach: The RSB-1 (aka The Jim Torgerson)
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- Published on Tuesday, 20 November 2012 23:05
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Courtesy Craig Dietrich
Introduction: The RSB1 is covered with soft corals and sponges and surrounded by schooling fish. While here, divers will likely encounter French angelfish, goliath grouper, grunts, and many other marine tropicals. Spear fishermen frequent this spot for her abundant jacks (one reaching 5’ has been reported) and grouper. A large sea turtle has been seen in the hold and basket starfish and other marine life have made this wreck their home.
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