The Classroom in the Ocean 11~6~2014

This afternoon on the Sea Fox we had a boat load students, a rare treat for this instructor. Not having to worry about other divers, the students could concentrate on sharpening their dive skills. With light winds and a 2ft swell, the conditions were impeccable. The afternoon’s destinations were Koko Craters and Hawaii Loa Reef.

*Koko Craters*
36ft – 38min

With 100ft visibility and a mild current, Koko Crater was near pool-like. After completing open water dive 1 and adventure navigation training, the students saw numerous turtles, pennant monarchs, pin cushion starfish, and sergeant majors.

*Hawaii Loa Reef*
39ft – 37min

The conditions at Hawaii Loa weren’t as pristine as the previous site due to a flood tide that brought in a moderate current and 50ft visibility. The students fearlessly entered the water and continued their undersea education. After spending the first 15 minutes performing mask, rescue, and buoyancy skills, the students went on to explore the site. With numerous cracks and crevices to peak into, the young padawan divers spied a couple pufferfish, nudibranchs, damselfish, and crabs.

Congratulations to Damien for completing his Navigation and Peak Performance Buoyancy Adventure dives and to Carolyn and Jason for completing their first two open water dives in the ocean. Best of skill to all of you guys as you progress through your PADI education.

Shout out to the crew: Capt. Kendal and Scuba Steve!