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JRCrab
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JRCrab
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Thanks for the warning. Definitely Squaw bound again. Considering getting on the Vision Feb5th, though. Surprised there isn't more channel islands chatter on this board...
YankBoffin
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Hi,
The guide at the beginning of this thread has been very, very helpful in figuring out how best to do some diving while in LA for a few days. The Casino Point park seems like a perfect intro for a couple of divers with only tropical and a bit of quarry experience.
However, if we are keenly interested in wildlife are there certain sites, either by boat or by shore, that hold better odds? In particular, I'm thinking about sea lions, leopard sharks, and other fauna that seem to be signature residents of the kelp forests (from what I've read). I know nothing's a sure thing, but looking for any recommendations. We dig fish of all kinds, and I'm also interested in spotting nudibranchs, but sharks and mammals would be at the top of my list.
Also, I'd like to report the following dead links from the guide above:
Catalina Divers Supply - Catalina Island, California - Dolphin Quest, Snorkeling, Scuba Diving, Whale Watching, Dolphin Watching, Scuba Certification & Classes, Scuba Diving Equipment
http://www.scubaluv.biz/
http://www.catalina.com/diveguide/casinopt.html
http://www.catalina.com/scuba.html#Friendly
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The guide at the beginning of this thread has been very, very helpful in figuring out how best to do some diving while in LA for a few days. The Casino Point park seems like a perfect intro for a couple of divers with only tropical and a bit of quarry experience.
However, if we are keenly interested in wildlife are there certain sites, either by boat or by shore, that hold better odds? In particular, I'm thinking about sea lions, leopard sharks, and other fauna that seem to be signature residents of the kelp forests (from what I've read). I know nothing's a sure thing, but looking for any recommendations. We dig fish of all kinds, and I'm also interested in spotting nudibranchs, but sharks and mammals would be at the top of my list.
Also, I'd like to report the following dead links from the guide above:
Catalina Divers Supply - Catalina Island, California - Dolphin Quest, Snorkeling, Scuba Diving, Whale Watching, Dolphin Watching, Scuba Certification & Classes, Scuba Diving Equipment
http://www.scubaluv.biz/
http://www.catalina.com/diveguide/casinopt.html
http://www.catalina.com/scuba.html#Friendly
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For Leopard sharks, you can't beat La Jolla in August.
The only place that I can guarantee sea lions every time is Santa Barbara Island.
The only place that I can guarantee sea lions every time is Santa Barbara Island.
YankBoffin
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Thanks for the recommendations, Max. Can't wait to get out there, only 3 weeks from now!
Dan
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I'll be there during the Labor Day weekend. How's the diving condition then be?
broncobowsher
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Last condition report was in February. It's been over a years since I dove California. Looking to drive over next weekend. Anyone know the current water conditions? Or point me to a link that has the current conditions?
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