One opening left on shark dive

[ScubaSarus]

Thought I'de just mention we have one opening left on the shark dive. See below for details. If someone from this group signs up I will dive outside of the cage with the sharks.

Don't all apply at once

 

[johnnyseko]

Thought I'de just mention we have one opening left on the shark dive. See below for details. If someone from this group signs up I will dive outside of the cage with the sharks.

Don't all apply at once

I don't think the details came through on the post. At least I don't see them :11:

I'd love to do that dive! Pretty sure I'm still on for AOW course this w/end, though. But please post the specs....never know.....I've only been waiting a year to take the class. The bonus of you outside the cage?? Might be worth blowing off the class for another month......

 

[ScubaSarus]

I was just informed that ther are 1 openings left on our shark dive off Block Island and asked if I know of any interested parties. He is asking $170 possibly subject to lowering. But if anyone is interested I will provide the contact info. Weather is scheduled to be nice this weekend 8/28/05.

The boat is leaving from Point Judith area at around 8am. It is with Snappa Charters whose Captain is widely known to have a good track record of locating the sharks.

We also have a reporter fron the New Haven Register coming with us.

http://www.snappacharters.com/info.htm

Last years shark dive was a great success and the video-ographer I dive with is filming another one. The dive will be aired on local public stations after the video is compiled.



Chris

 

[RIOceanographer]

We also have a reporter fron the New Haven Register coming with us.

You realize it would be a really good story for that reporter if one of you gets eaten.... be sure to search your dive gear to make sure he/she didn't hide a steak in your BC prior to the dive.

 

[ScubaSarus]

Thanks for the tip RIO. Thankfully have only a tiny pocket for my BC but I am open to any and all tips to dive safely with these sharks outside the cage.

 

[Gidds]

Ummm don't look or act like food? Sorry. I would LOVE to dive with sharks *puts on green-eyed monster face*
From what I've read and videos I've watched it's a good idea to keep your eye on as many sharks as possible at all times. If I were in this situation I'd want to be back to back with my buddy and just keep rotating slowly, that might take some practice though. If something really cool (read: large and lethal) like a GW shows up you're supposed to make sure it knows that you see it because they are typically ambush predators. Eye contact is recommended (yes I know eye contact with a shark sounds silly) and either hold your ground or swim *a little* closer unlike when dealing with grizzly bears. Trying to look large an inedible might also be helpful I've heard makos and oceanic whitetips can be agressive but I've never read anything about dealing with them so when in doubt get back in the cage! I personally wouldn't stay in the water with a tiger shark (read: swimming garbage can) although some people aren't bothered by them, I'd rather take my chances with the GW. From what I hear you will most likely see lotsof blues, which are my most favorite animal, and apparently don't find divers overly appetizing and maybe even a basking shark!
I hope you have lots of fun

 

[ScubaSarus]

That actually sounds like good sensible advice. Since I am verbally contracted to outside the cage, going back in it may not be an option. I appreciate the tips and will definitly heed probably most of it. I expect mostly if not all to be blue sharks.

Thanks Gidds

 

[Gidds]

Oh I forgot: apparently many sharks do not appreciate bubbles. Peter Benchley and his wife used thier purge valves to get out of a hairy situation with thier young son. Also I would keep my limbs as close to my body as possible to avoid unwanted contact with sharks dashing around in feeding mode. Did I mention I was jealous? Have fun, can't wait to read all about it

 

[large_diver]

They usually give you sawed off broom handles wth lanyards to push the sharks away if they get too "friendly".

Have a great time -- looking forward to a full trip report.

 

[PeaceDog]

There's still an open spot on the Monday charter, as well. 8/29. Anyone who wants to go, PM me or call Charlie.

I'll be filming, as well.