The Spree was just at the Oriskany and Capt Frank posted a report. Apparently, the O is already falling apart. Part of the tower has collapsed on the deck. He said it's in bad shape compared to the Speigel.
If you look at Dive-aholics' post, you can see my concern. It doesn't matter what Capt. Frank's post was, it caused an otherwise intelligent and savvy board member to take away, and rebroadcast, the impression that "the O is already falling apart" and "it's in bad shape compared to the Speigel". The Gulf Coast has suffered tremendously from bad press from the BP disaster and has learned all to well how careless comments can have lasting effects. I have great respect for the Spree Operation and my fellow board members. I'm just making the point that we all need to be careful what we say. Point is; the "O" is a great dive, always has been and still is. Pensacola has over a hundred sites to dive, is accessable to all skill levels and is a great dive destination. Just be careful what you say. Y'all come see us and decide for yourselves.
Capt. Jim
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