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Well I'll be dammed Rick. I never knew they were there and never heard a soul speak of them in the five years I've been going there. Thanks for the info. Very useful information and seems to add to the dangers of this site for those untrained.

Like all the others on this thread have said, it is not unusual at all to be nervous or feel panic coming on your first OW dives. The only thing I can think of here that hasn't already been discussed is honesty with your instructor about how nervous you were. One of the first things I get out...

Been diving a long time and teach but every once in a blue moon things just go straight to hell with this skill. I've done what I never thought Houdini could do. Don't feel like the Lone Ranger. Take your time mainly and work thru it. I found the easiest way is to lay it out on the bottom in...

I finally broke down last year and went weight integrated and bought an Oceanic Hera. Been diving a long time and you know how we are, if it ain't broke don't fix it. But this new BC made a major difference for me. Women are all built differently and so are BCs. Just have to find the right...

If anyone wants all the details you can go to the 40 Fathom website. They have some maps that might be of interest to help folks understand the profile of the site. 40 Fathom Grotto

I have been to the Grotto several times but limited my depth to about 120'. I have never heard anyone talk about a cave system since there is little flow of water there. If there is a cave system, I have no knowledge of it and this information is a surprise to me. There are many nooks and...

Here's the latest from Ocala: Autopsy reveals diver drowned | Ocala.com | Star-Banner | Ocala, FL

I say amen to that Rick! Bravo and the truth well said!

As expected the diver has been found at around 8pm last nite in 104' of water with equipment intact. Still unknown as to what happened and we may never know since it is difficult to prove anything other than drowning. Forty Fathom is a very serious advanced dive even for an Instructor with...

Amen my brother!!! You said it all.

I like your thinking here. You are so right when you say it is the quality of the instructor that makes the sport safer, trains the students on ALL aspects of diving within the OW limits, and teaches them respect for our oceans along with the critters who live in them. However, I did want to...

Hey great pics! Been in there a bunch of times and it's still one of my favorite dives! No hurry there and you can grill in between dives! Love the scenery too!

This is one hysterical thread. I have a semi-dry suit so that presents a bit more of a problem in that there is no easy way to flush!!! I usually make the decision on whether or not I'm cold! If I'm cooler than I should be then it's a no-brainer. I can always force a flush if I have to but...

You'll find Coco View a great place. It only accommodates 70 guests. You also have to take a short boat ride to get to it. We weren't even issued keys to our beachhouse so it's a safe, honest place. Food is cooked by the locals and is excellent. Something for everyone including some local...

Welcome to you from Florida! I've been to your area. How do you all dive in that cold, cold water? I'm a real chicken with a 6.5mm semi-dry suit here! I think that qualifies me as a real wimp, but I'm WARM!!!! Shar

Everyone here is right about Alexander Springs. However, all of you who did any solo diving beware. They've had a couple of accidents and have tightened up the rules. They have completely refurbished the whole park with great facilities. And yes, it's still seems like miles from your car to...

A lot of what is said here depends greatly on the instructor AND student. Personally I agree we need a longer duration than 2-3 days. That's a large amount of information to process in such a short amount of time. And any Instructor worth his salt will not teach in those circumstances for...

Amen GDI! You hit the nail on the head! Thought of a couple of small things to add to your already perfect recommendations. One to consider is how the instructor handles any refund of fees in the event you are not certifiable or you discover diving is not for you. Any reputable instructor...

Try Costa Brava! it's about 2 blocks off the main drag not far from the cruise ship terminals and shopping area. It's quaint, casual and relatively inexpensive. They have the biggest margaritas there too! Good place for lunch or dinner.

Nice, sounds like a standoff to me! Watch 'em close it to diving now! That would be a shame....nice hole to rinse your gear out! Cold as crap but interesting.....thanks for the info on it.....