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  1. Wil

    Least Favorite Truk Wrecks?

    I've been to Truk twice, each time for two weeks. The first was at Truk Stop for a week and then Odyssey for the second. I would be very surprised if Odyssey didn't dive on the I-169. They stop at virtually all the shallow and mid-range wrecks. I would let the crew know your desire and I'm...
  2. Wil

    For those who still think they run a dive taxi

    My initial intent reading this over and over again was to not post a reply but now here I am. Just one person's opinion, mine. The penalty to the Master of the Miss Lindsey wasn't enough. The ALJ should've revoked the credentials permanently. The Master/Operator of a vessel has a unique...
  3. Wil

    Spear fishing!!!

    I'll be heading out on the 28/29Sep off Jacksonville/Mayport, weather permitting. I knowMike D. is planning to drive down with another diver. There's room on the boat if you're interested and available. I plan to drive up to Mayport on Friday and return on Sunday to Orlando. Interested, let...
  4. Wil

    off shore report

    Randy, When it's flat like that it's full throttle and 44knots! Makes for a very quick trip out and back. I much prefer the deeper wrecks, like Eureka, Chenango, Mexicano, etc. Generally better visibility, less visitors, and more fish/bugs. Besides, during a long surface interval we can...
  5. Wil

    off shore report

    Nope, it's N of Eureka. Depth of 140fsw I believe is about right, could be a little deeper maybe 155fsw. I would need to check my boat log for details. It was LOADED with big Black Sea Bass when we fished it. Caught a number of citation BSB and a couple of citation Bluefish. Lots of fish on...
  6. Wil

    off shore report

    Randy, I'll be back for late spring diving. Planning on heading out the week after next. Trouble is I'm having difficulty getting used to shorter boat rides, thinner wet suits, and better visibility. Back in Feb before I left I found another wreck site over near Eureka sidescanning...
  7. Wil

    Kevin Kraemer Memorial Dive July 12 w LDC

    Bobby, I'm sure you'll be aboard. Haven't been doing a lot of diving down here, imagine that weather! That and finding a group to head out on the boat. Kevin Kraemer was always available to head out and we sure did a lot of diving together on my boat. I'm looking forward to diving the...
  8. Wil

    Kevin Kraemer Memorial Dive July 12 w LDC

    Randy, When I get back to Va Bch we'll put the old group together and go dive the Santori. Thanks for doing this. Will
  9. Wil

    Lake Rawlings scootering

    Randy, I forgot how murky Lake Rawlings can be, though the visibility looked pretty good the day you filmed. Also looked like the water was "cool & refreshing". Nice video. I haven't tried my Intova Cam out yet. I think we're up to 75deg water temp down here and a little better...
  10. Wil

    Diving in Virginia Beach?

    Mike, Florida living is...well, wonderful. Had the boat out twice to enjoy the day out of Mayport. Will be headed there next week to start my sidescan/dive site hunting adventure. Mike D is coming down to make a dive with me the week after next. Might head down to your hometown and give a...
  11. Wil

    Diving in Virginia Beach?

    Randy, Oh well,...thought he was still running dive charters... If you're interested in hitting the dive sites off North Florida, you know where my boat will be for the next 14 months. Will
  12. Wil

    Diving in Virginia Beach?

    Guys, Here's a post regarding dive charter opportunities through Atlantic Bait & Tackle I mentioned earlier. Will ***************ATLANTIC CHARTERS***************** Deep drop & Tog walk-on’s—call for info. Tuna trip specials out of O.i. & hatteras www.atltackle.com Atlantic...
  13. Wil

    Diving in Virginia Beach?

    Beach diving = Poor visibility. Randy, you got that right! I wouldn't recommend any beach diving off Va Beach. The silt from the wave action and flushing effect from the Chesapeake Bay make beach diving a no-go. There's only one dive boat based out of Va Beach (LDC) on a regular basis. There...
  14. Wil

    How many of you think about this??

    Makos and Threshers are majestic sharks, very cool to watch. I can only imagine what it's like to hook one (on rod & reel). While diving at night I often have that "something's out there feeling", especially when I've got a bag of bugs. I generally don't spearfish at night; #1. Too much...
  15. Wil

    How many of you think about this??

    Randy, Have to pass, it's the first week of school and Wendy will be down with me. How would that look, in Fla for a week and already taking a flyer to go diving... However, keep in mind Freedom will be in Mayport (Jacksonville) about 1/4nm from the ocean. I plan to spend a lot of...
  16. Wil

    How many of you think about this??

    Joe, Dewey, and I dove the P-lot a few years ago prospecting for a night Lobster dive site. We loaded up on Flounder (and yes the largest we've seen). We then headed over to the Marine Electric and overnighted there for a couple of dives. Perhaps when I get back from Fla I'll stage the boat...
  17. Wil

    Hampton Roads Dive Shops - Let's hear it

    Dive Quarters is the only shop I use.
  18. Wil

    Best Hybrid boat for Scuba / General Family fun

    I have a Parker 2820XL, they make 25ft and 23ft models that are large enough for diving. Even a 34ft if you really want to go big. 21deg deadrise, cuddy cabin with single or twin outboards. My 2820XL fully loaded with 6-7 divers, all their gear, hardtop, and fully fueled (250gl = 2,000...
  19. Wil

    Virginia Beach dive Dec 1

    Randy, It was a great day with friends. Couldn't have asked for a nicer day on the water. I had 51 deg on the bottom, not too cold for the committed. We'll have another chance soon I hope. Want bugs? I know where we can go... Will
  20. Wil

    Diver Death Virginia Beach

    Kevin and I had quite a bit of diving together before I deployed. He was always the one to get to my boat early, to bring ice, help with positioning the boat. He always stayed to help clean up later. A true friend and a good dive partner. Together we've spent more time on my boat together...
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