Summer near Charleston

[fuller43]

Hey all!

I just started as an intern at Cape Romain Wildlife Refuge, and am trying to figure out a good deal of information about diving around here. I've been thinking about trying to just do a shore dive off of the beach on isle of palms, but no one i ask seems to know about the laws regarding diving around here (including the department of recreation...) Do i need a dive flag?

Is there any good diving around here that isnt from a charter? As an intern my money flow does not allow for me to both go on a boat and eat, and eating I find less optional.

Lastly, are there any divers around here who wouldnt mind another buddy tagging along? I would really appreciate the opportunity to get to know the local diving areas, not to mention you guys

(Just as background, I just completed both my NAUI master diver and rescue diver certifications, and have roughly 50 dives logged. Ive done freshwater and saltwater, and am comfortable with basically anything.)

Thanks!
Keith

 

[RickyF]

Keith,
I lived in Charleston for 40 years. Shore diving is almost non-existent as the shore slopes out VERY gradually and the viz stinks so there are really no regulations that I am aware of. I would suggest that you hook-up with one of the local dive shops and find people that have a boat and would be willing to let you pay a portion of the costs to dive.