I am headed down to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina for some diving April 23rd and 24th. Right now my plan is to drive down on Friday (maybe even look around Myrtle Beach) so I can easily get to the boat early Saturday morning. I know where I can get some 2 bedroom condos possibly last minute that will sleep at least 4 and would love to split the cost. Looks like the consenus is for the condos!!!!
Saturday the plan is for a 3 – tank dive on The City of Houston (2 dives) and The Governor (1 dive). Sunday the plan is to dive the Hebe (descriptions below), sites may change based on conditions.
I am diving with Captain Tuck on the Dolphin Dive Charter http://www.dolphindivecharter.com/ if you are interested in joining me please contact the boat directly, (Capt. Tuck Rion at 843-756-5838 or the boat phone at 843-458-DIVE (3483), but let me know after you have reserved with him if you are going and I will add you to the list posted on SD. Tell Tuck you are with me (Linda). If you don’t have your own tanks you can rent them, he has both air and Nitrox, and has his own fill station at the marina. The only way to be sure you have a spot is to call Tuck.
If you would like to share expenses on a condo, about 2 miles from the marina (mentioned above, and my preference or carpool if it makes sense) let me know, otherwise I’ll probably just stay on the boat (12 bunks, but you need to bring a sleeping bag, $25/night). There are also hotel around the corner from the Marina.
“The Dolphin II is 65 feet long and 18 _ feet wide, triple engined boasting a total of 2250 horsepower; she is the fastest big dive boat in the world. And we didn’t skimp on the amenities either. She has both heat and air conditioning, hot and cold running water, a 600 gallon a day watermaker, inside and outside shower, large roomy head compartment with the best head you have ever seen on a boat of any kind”
The City of Houston
After leaving New York with a cargo of Christmas goods, this 290 foot passenger/freighter encountered a fierce storm and sank in 90 feet of water, 55 miles off the South Carolina coast. Extensive marine life and abundant artifacts make shipwreck well worth the trip.
The Governor
This 200 foot Civil War paddle wheeler lies in 80 feet of water 22 miles off the coast. The site offers everything from brass artifacts to Southern stingrays and a multitude of other marine life.
The Hebe and St. Cathan
Also known as the Twin Cities Wreck, the Hebe, a Dutch merchant vessel, and the British sub chaser St. Cathan collided during blackout conditions in 1942. They now rest 1/4 mile apart in 90-110 feet of water. This site is known for artifacts, tropical and game fish, as well as Sand Tiger sharks in the spring and fall. Best suited for experienced divers, this offshore site is known for its outstanding visibility.
You can rent tanks from Tuck or you can bring your own. If you bring your own you will need 2 tanks (he has a compressor on the boat for the 3rd dive). Hope y’all can join me!!!
Tuck can give you the pricing as well! He needs a minimum of 10 to take the boat out, but he has other ways of booking so the list I have here may only be a partial list.
Edited by Walter, 28 March 2005 - 10:07 PM.
