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Captain Dan

Florida, United States
Depth
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105ft
Visibility
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33ft - 98ft
Entry
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boat
Experience Level
Advanced

About Captain Dan

The 54m, 989 ton Coast guard bouy tender Hollyhock was sunk in February 1990 in memory of Capt Dan Garnsey. the intact wreck sits upright in 34m of water in the Rodeo Reef Site with her bow pointing south. Large access holes were cut between the forepeak, cargo hold and engine room. Her Wheelhouse, which can be reached 21m below the surface, is home to a large school of Glassy Sweepers.

Captain Dan Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Wreck
Entry Type:Boat
Max Depth:32m
Visibility Range:10m - 30m
Experience Level:Advanced
Best Gas:21% - 33% O2

Marine Life

  • Glassy Sweepers

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