The current at this site is EXTREMELY strong so the only reasonable way to navigate around this wreck is to drift sown the wreck and use either rocks on the bottom or hand holds on the ship to pull yourself towards the stern, which points into the current. Be very careful which rocks you grab when using rocks to anchor yourself as the ship was originally carrying a load of coal and, if you grab a lump of coal, it will not hold you. Warnings aside, this is actually a great ship to dive. She's a 131 foot schooner that sank in 1877 after striking a rock, and now lies inverted on a rock ledge. The only thing which holds her there is the current as she is partially over the edge - eventually she will plunge over the edge and fall the 170 feet to the bottom. The ship's stove is located midships and penetration is possible. There are bins attached to the vessel which contain artifacts found on the wreck and these are available for viewing - look but don't remove. If you drift down current over the hull you can obtain a great view of the centerboard and its housing. Once you reach the bow you can explore it (by dropping down into its lee) or you can start the hand over hand journey back to the stern (don't forget to use handholds). If wanting to extend your drift past the escape lines be careful. There is a rock formation about 4 minutes down stream which causes a down draft - you'll be at a 130 feet minimum before being able to kick out of it (even fully inflated). However, the bottom doesn't get deeper than 170 feet.
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| Terrain and Features: | Deep, Inland, Drift, Wreck, Wall |
|---|---|
| Entry Type: | Boat |
| Max Depth: | 27m |
| Visibility Range: | 4m - 12m |
| Experience Level: | Experienced |
| Best Gas: | 21% - 38% O2 |
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