Barnaby'sDad
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What about beaches on other side of bay (Viriginia side - beaches at Westmoreland park?) - has anyone ever dived there?
I’ve scoured Fossil Forums, here, and every website I can find. I have not seen any substantial recent feedback regarding diving off any of the VA fossil beaches.
On Westmoreland State Park...it’s a hike from the parking area to the beach. There are considerations, such as the tide, as well. Ex. Low tide is when you’re going to want to hunt the beach, as it exposes more material. High tide is likely when you’re going to want to dive there though, as you’re going to want every bit of depth that you can get.
I’m going to look again for a NOAA chart of that area. For some of the surrounding areas, the charts are pretty clear that it’s shallow, which is going to be a safety issue, as much as a access issue. By that, I mean that no one in that area is going to know what a diver down flag is. I would not want to venture too far from shore.
If I can get my tanks back from vis soon (before the river cools down) and pick up a garden cart to haul my stuff down to the beach, I might give Westmoreland a go just for *hits and giggles. Keeping in mind that it might end up being a waste of time.
If you strike out on a dive though, just bring a sifter and you can find some teeth on the beach afterwards so you don’t go home empty handed.