Casino Point, Catalina, CA

Dove with Instructor John and his Open Water students Leeza, Lou, Bud, Harry and Monfret*

In With: 3200 psi
Out With: 1700 psi
Max depth: 35-40 feet
Waves: Insignificant
Visibility: 20 feet
Water Temperature: Cool, getting colder
Total Bottom Time: 36 minutes
*Student names have been changed.

The morning started out great, with everyone showing up for the boat on time.

This dive was just a go down and “check out” the basic skills for everyone – at least all the students.

Harry is a 30 year old plus guy that I helped train in the pool sessions, whose first time under the ocean was today.

Monfret is a deck hand; skinny and young, he was offered a job on a dive boat but wanted to get certified first.

We submerged – I helped Leeza out of some kelp.

John spent most of the time doing basic check-outs, but we at least lucked out and got to see Oscar the giant Sheephead.