Missdirected
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Attendees:
MissDOceanDvr - MissD calls dibs on this dive bud
Only cuz she has been trying to dive with her for a couple years now.III
ScubaAnn
fletcherjm
Lil Sis
MichelleA
ReefWatcher + Missus
Like To Get Wet
NetDoc
813DarkDiver
EANDiver + 2
Scott5644
LittleJohn + 4 divers
Fox-Cousteau
Kim22
Zardoz
ChevyFan1701
We will meet @ 9 a.m. So's we can get in at least two dives for the day. I know I need to leave at a respectable time so's I can make it to the after dive party: http://www.scubaboard.com/forums/greater-tampa-bay-area/244114-wire-clearwater-aug-9th-23rd.html
Please, remember to bring a dive flag. As is noted in the description below, the boaters are known to be extremely careless out at the rocks.
Also, be sure to bring yourself a little lunch or snack and plenty to drink.
Details on Dive Site:
http://www.scubaboard.com/forums/3373863-post28.html
Dive Spot: Spanish Rocks
Location: Bradenton Beach/Anna Maria Island, FL
Type of diving: Shore dive – good for beginners
From Tampa ST/Pete: I-75 south from Tampa to the Bradenton/ State road 64 exit.
Note, there is an A and B – take exit A it will head you toward the beach.
Exit toward the right. Stay on that road for about 8 miles or so, until you get to Gulf Dr. (you will hit Gulf Dr. after you cross the intercoastal waterway).
Turn left on Gulf Dr. and take it down about 1/2 mile
Just before the curve to the left there is beach access and parking. That is where you want to be. It is a small sand lot between some houses and apartments. Just pull in and park. Gear up walk down the beach to the left about 50 yards (6 houses).
From Sarasota/Bradenton:
Take 41 north to Cortez Rd. turn left (west) on Cortez until you cross the intercoastal waterway.
Turn right at Gulf Drive and go north about 2 miles
Follow Gulf Drive to the left at the traffic light
The beach access is on the left after you round the curve
Beach access is a small sand lot between some houses and apartments. That is where you want to be. It is a small sand lot between some houses and apartments. Just pull in and park. Gear up walk down the beach to the left about 50 yards (6 houses).
The address for the house next to the sandlot where one should park is; 33 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, FL.
Some other links:
Google Maps
Google Maps
What to expect at the dive site:
Rock ledges soft, hard small coral croppings, Sea grasses with sea horses. 22ft’ or less. DON'T FORGET YOUR DIVE FLAG!!! Boaters here are known for their careless behavior, so be cautious and again don’t forget your flag.
Amenities: None. Closest dive shop - Seatrek Divers Dive Shop - 105 7th Street North; Bradenton Beach, FL 34217; (941) 779-1506
Pros and Cons: Great dive for newbs, as depths are no greater than 22'. Fairly easy swim from beach to site. Visibility is rarely better than 15' but the price is right!
Please note, there were several maybe's. As soon as you know for sure, let me know and I will have you added to the list. I will be updating the first post in this thread on a regular basis.
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