April 2015 Diving Weather Reports

Tropical Odyssey: Hole in the Wall Thursday April 30th 2015, 08:36 PM
W
12kts
Wind Conditions
1-2 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Alecia:
Gorgeous sunset despite the cloudy overcast sky we had all day! Dolphins and turtles were sighted on the ride out, can't wait to hear what was spotted on the reef 😊
Tropical Explorer: Spiegel Grove Thursday April 30th 2015, 02:07 PM
SW
16kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Cool clean air offshore after a well needed rain. The breezes continue to keep it interesting but the divers aren't so easily discouraged for a double dip on the Spiegel Grove today!
Tropical Adventure: Molasses Reef Thursday April 30th 2015, 10:36 AM
NW
15kts
Wind Conditions
2 feet
Wave Height
35
feet
Visibility
N
Slight
Current
From Captain Owen:
We're drift diving Molasses Reef! One of our all time favorite dives!
Tropical Odyssey: Spiegel Grove Thursday April 30th 2015, 10:14 AM
W
15kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Goliath groupers spotted this morning.
Tropical Odyssey: French Reef Tuesday April 28th 2015, 03:21 PM
SW
12kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
40
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Dean:
Visibility would be better if the sun came out but the divers are having a great time. The Eagle Rays are back!
Tropical Adventure: Pickles Reef Tuesday April 28th 2015, 03:08 PM
SW
20kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
45
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Sitting pretty on Pickles Reef this afternoon. Just got done with a phenomenal dive on Snappers ledge. Good temperatures and and abundance of marine life.
Tropical Adventure: Spiegel Grove Tuesday April 28th 2015, 10:48 AM
SW
20kts
Wind Conditions
2 feet
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
NE
Moderate
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Rebreathers, doubles, Nitrox and air. We have it all today! Great visibility on the wreck and a decent amount of current to keep it interesting. Big Goliath Groupers today also!
Tropical Adventure: Banana Patch Monday April 27th 2015, 03:45 PM
SW
10kts
Wind Conditions
< 1 foot
Wave Height
45
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Alecia:
A friendly little shark greeted us as we pulled up to the mooring ball😄 divers found lots of life including a turtle and are now checking out the Christ statue!
Tropical Voyager: USCGC Duane Monday April 27th 2015, 11:20 AM
N
5kts
Wind Conditions
< 1 foot
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
N
Moderate
Current
From Captain Owen:
Beautiful day for a double dip on the USCG Duane!
Tropical Odyssey: USCGC Duane Monday April 27th 2015, 10:37 AM
SW
5kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
80
feet
Visibility
NE
Moderate
Current
From Captain Dean:
Great visibility with a decent current on the wreck this morning. Divers saw a big nurse shark, free swimming moray eel and lots of barracuda.
Tropical Adventure: French Reef Sunday April 26th 2015, 03:23 PM
SW
13kts
Wind Conditions
1-2 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Corbin:
A busy morning on the Spiegel and a marine wildlife adventure on French! A great day to be in the Keys!
Tropical Adventure: Elbow Reef Sunday April 26th 2015, 03:21 PM
SW
18kts
Wind Conditions
2 feet
Wave Height
45
feet
Visibility
E
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
A beautiful day up north. The weather is perfect for diving today!
Tropical Odyssey: Benwood Wreck Sunday April 26th 2015, 09:38 AM
S
12kts
Wind Conditions
2 feet
Wave Height
35
feet
Visibility
None
Current
Nothing to report from Captain Jordan :-(
Tropical Adventure: Winch Hole Saturday April 25th 2015, 08:46 PM
SW
kts
Wind Conditions
< 1 foot
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
NE
Current
From Captain Alecia:
Another gorgeous sunset followed by a spectacular night dive with a very friendly 400 pound grouper 😃
Tropical Odyssey: Conch Pillars Saturday April 25th 2015, 03:59 PM
SW
14kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
80
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Corbin:
A nice laid back Saturday on the reef. With full boats going out, the divers are definitely taking advantage of these perfect diving conditions! Give us a call to reserve your spot.
Tropical Voyager: Christ Statue Saturday April 25th 2015, 02:51 PM
SW
10kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
30
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Owen:
Beautiful day at the Christ Statue!
Tropical Voyager: Spiegel Grove Saturday April 25th 2015, 11:05 AM
S
15kts
Wind Conditions
1-2 feet
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
N
Slight
Current
From Captain Owen:
Divers saw goliath grouper & schools of barracuda on the wreck!!
Tropical Voyager: Spiegel Grove Saturday April 25th 2015, 11:05 AM
S
15kts
Wind Conditions
1-2 feet
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
N
Slight
Current
From Captain Owen:
Divers saw goliath grouper & schools of barracuda on the wreck!!
Tropical Odyssey: Molasses Reef Saturday April 25th 2015, 10:42 AM
SW
15kts
Wind Conditions
1-2 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Outstanding day for diving! Warm water has moved in and it has brought incredible visibility with it! The eagle ray sightings are increasing also. Come dive in!
Tropical Odyssey: Snapper Ledge Friday April 24th 2015, 02:55 PM
SW
9kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Turtles and sharks on a great day to be out on the water. Happy Birthday to our very own Jessica!!
Tropical Explorer: Drift French Friday April 24th 2015, 10:35 AM
NW
9kts
Wind Conditions
feet
Wave Height
100
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Great drift diving on both reefs today! Great visibility and allot of loggerhead turtles popping up!
Tropical Odyssey: Molasses Reef Thursday April 23rd 2015, 03:15 PM
S
8kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Baby dolphins and baby turtles.
Tropical Adventure: Christ Statue Thursday April 23rd 2015, 02:37 PM
SW
6kts
Wind Conditions
< 1 foot
Wave Height
40
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Owen:
Beautiful day of the Christ Statue!
Tropical Adventure: Molasses Reef Thursday April 23rd 2015, 10:39 AM
SW
10kts
Wind Conditions
< 1 foot
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Beautiful day for a drift on the reef! The overcast is helping the southwest breeze keep us cool too. Pods of have been seen along with a few stingrays!
Tropical Odyssey: Spiegel Grove Thursday April 23rd 2015, 10:15 AM
SE
8kts
Wind Conditions
< 1 foot
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Jordan:
School of tarpon on the wreck. Beautiful blue water today!
Tropical Explorer: Molasses Reef Thursday April 23rd 2015, 09:29 AM
SW
4kts
Wind Conditions
< 1 foot
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
N
Slight
Current
From Captain Owen:
Fantastic day on Molassess Reef! Turtles, sharks, eels, & rays!
Tropical Odyssey: Eagle Ray Alley Wednesday April 22nd 2015, 02:13 PM
NE
8kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Shark city here today.
Tropical Adventure: Conch Wall Wednesday April 22nd 2015, 01:58 PM
NE
14kts
Wind Conditions
< 1 foot
Wave Height
80
feet
Visibility
SE
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
"Beautiful" and "Blue" are the only words to properly describe the conditions while drifting conch wall this afternoon! A few less lionfish are expected upon completion of this dive:)
Tropical Odyssey: Molasses Reef Wednesday April 22nd 2015, 10:51 AM
N
7kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Goliath grouper and sharks spotted.
Tropical Explorer: Spiegel Grove Wednesday April 22nd 2015, 10:17 AM
N
5kts
Wind Conditions
< 1 foot
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
N
Slight
Current
From Captain Owen:
Beautiful day for a wreck dive!
Tropical Adventure: Rebreather - Spiegel Wednesday April 22nd 2015, 09:50 AM
NW
9kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
We are taking advantage of a double dip on the Spiegel Grove today! Open circuit and rebreathers together in perfect harmony with amazing weather conditions!
Tropical Odyssey: French Reef Tuesday April 21st 2015, 10:24 AM
SW
12kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Dean:
A little overcast early but the sun is out now. The divers had a great first dive!
Tropical Adventure: Spiegel Grove Tuesday April 21st 2015, 09:20 AM
SW
18kts
Wind Conditions
1-2 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
N
Moderate
Current
From Captain Corbin:
The water is deep blue today! Good breeze and steady currents add that extra element to this fantastic dive morning!
Tropical Adventure: Benwood Wreck Monday April 20th 2015, 04:21 PM
S
13kts
Wind Conditions
1-2 feet
Wave Height
30
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Alecia:
Manta ray!!!! Spotted just off the bow of the Benwood by a lucky group of divers 👌👍👏👏👏
Tropical Explorer: Christ Statue Monday April 20th 2015, 03:00 PM
SW
10kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
25
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Owen:
Divers saw turtles & spotted eagle rays on the Christ Statue.
Tropical Explorer: USCGC Duane Monday April 20th 2015, 10:08 AM
S
14kts
Wind Conditions
2 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
N
Moderate
Current
From Captain Owen:
Goliath grouper & nurse sharks!!!! Come dive with Rainbow Reef.
Tropical Adventure: Spiegel Grove Sunday April 19th 2015, 11:30 AM
SE
14kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Massive hog fish everywhere. Double dipping this morning!
Tropical Odyssey: Benwood Wreck Sunday April 19th 2015, 11:12 AM
SE
15kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
40
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
Nothing to report from Captain Dean :-(
Tropical Explorer: Winch Hole Saturday April 18th 2015, 08:00 PM
S
5kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
80
feet
Visibility
NE
Moderate
Current
From Captain Alecia:
Lovely sunset this evening! Turtles are everywhere tonight and conditions are great! Yay for night dives 😃
Tropical Explorer: Spiegel Grove Saturday April 18th 2015, 02:22 PM
SW
8kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
45
feet
Visibility
N
Slight
Current
From Captain Owen:
Rebreather class on board. Come get rebreather certified today.
Tropical Adventure: Spiegel Grove Saturday April 18th 2015, 10:58 AM
SE
7kts
Wind Conditions
1-2 feet
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Best conditions we've had this month on the speigel.
Tropical Adventure: Spiegel Grove Saturday April 18th 2015, 10:58 AM
SE
7kts
Wind Conditions
1-2 feet
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Best conditions we've had this month on the speigel.
Tropical Adventure: Spiegel Grove Friday April 17th 2015, 11:10 AM
S
14kts
Wind Conditions
3 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Current was strong on the Duane so we headed to the Spiegel for a much more comfortable dive.
Tropical Odyssey: Snapper Ledge Friday April 17th 2015, 10:23 AM
S
10kts
Wind Conditions
2 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Dean:
Gorgeous morning on the reef. Divers saw nurse sharks, turtles, rays and eels... After they got through the clouds of snappers, grunts and schoolmasters!
Tropical Explorer: Christ Statue Thursday April 16th 2015, 03:10 PM
SE
10kts
Wind Conditions
1-2 feet
Wave Height
30
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Owen:
We had a proposal on board today, and she said YES!!!
Tropical Adventure: Molasses Reef Thursday April 16th 2015, 02:12 PM
SE
14kts
Wind Conditions
3 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Another baby turtle spotted today!
Tropical Odyssey: Molasses Reef Thursday April 16th 2015, 10:43 AM
SE
14kts
Wind Conditions
1-2 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Gorgeous conditions on the reef! The 60+ft of visibility is impeccable! Come and grab a boat ride out here and you won't be disappointed!
Tropical Adventure: Spiegel Grove Thursday April 16th 2015, 10:33 AM
SE
13kts
Wind Conditions
3-4 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Very little current on the groovy Grove with some nice blue, offshore water.
Tropical Voyager: Conch Wall Wednesday April 15th 2015, 03:36 PM
SE
12kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Alecia:
Great dive on conch wall! Our dive instructor, Jenny, came out for a fun dive and bagged this monster lionfish! We will be measuring and filleting him at the dock 😉
Tropical Odyssey: Molasses Reef Wednesday April 15th 2015, 02:45 PM
SE
11kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Shark city. All sorts of action on the reef today. Wind has settled down a bit and the sun is still shining. Come diving!
Tropical Voyager: USCGC Duane Wednesday April 15th 2015, 11:37 AM
SE
12kts
Wind Conditions
3-4 feet
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
NE
Moderate
Current
From Captain Alecia:
A day of drifting! Drifted the Duane from bow to stern, drifted all of Molasses Reef, and this afternoon we are headed to conch wall to drift some more :)
Tropical Odyssey: Winch Hole Wednesday April 15th 2015, 10:59 AM
SE
13kts
Wind Conditions
3 feet
Wave Height
45
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Beautiful southern stingray right under the boat. Love it when that happens. A little bumpy today, but still great diving out on molasses.
Tropical Adventure: Spiegel Grove Wednesday April 15th 2015, 10:25 AM
SE
14kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Nice day over the bank on the way out to the Spiegel Grove! Good clean clear water for all to enjoy! Call to book a dive trip today!
Tropical Adventure: City of Washington Tuesday April 14th 2015, 02:09 PM
SE
15kts
Wind Conditions
3 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Dean:
Great visibility this afternoon!
Tropical Adventure: Spiegel Grove Tuesday April 14th 2015, 11:21 AM
SE
16kts
Wind Conditions
3-4 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Alecia:
Good conditions for diving a sweet wreck!
Tropical Explorer: French Reef Tuesday April 14th 2015, 10:46 AM
SE
15kts
Wind Conditions
3-4 feet
Wave Height
30
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Dean:
Still a bit choppy topside. Visibility is down but should improve as the tide comes in this afternoo. Divers saw some turtles, eels and a huge nurse shark on the 1st dive!
Tropical Odyssey: Drift French Monday April 13th 2015, 03:37 PM
SE
14kts
Wind Conditions
1-2 feet
Wave Height
45
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
The afternoon Drift is sensational! Great time being had by all!
Tropical Adventure: Winch Hole Monday April 13th 2015, 03:05 PM
SE
12kts
Wind Conditions
3 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Dean:
The seas have calmed down a little since this morning but still sporty with a bit of surge below.
Tropical Odyssey: Molasses Reef Monday April 13th 2015, 10:21 AM
SE
18kts
Wind Conditions
3-4 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Nothing but smiles here at Rainbow Reef Dive Center! We an energetic and ethusiastic crew waiting for you to come and join us for a dive!
Tropical Odyssey: Snapper Ledge Sunday April 12th 2015, 03:12 PM
SE
15kts
Wind Conditions
3-4 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
None
Current
Nothing to report from Captain Jordan :-(
Tropical Odyssey: Snapper Ledge Sunday April 12th 2015, 03:12 PM
SE
15kts
Wind Conditions
3-4 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
None
Current
Nothing to report from Captain Jordan :-(
Tropical Adventure: Molasses Reef Sunday April 12th 2015, 02:03 PM
SE
10kts
Wind Conditions
2 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
N
Slight
Current
From Captain Owen:
Drivers are playing with turtles, eels, & rays on the reef!
Tropical Adventure: Spiegel Grove Sunday April 12th 2015, 10:38 AM
SE
12kts
Wind Conditions
2 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Dean:
Light current, good visibility and just a light chop at the surface. The divers are all doing great.
Tropical Explorer: Spiegel Grove Sunday April 12th 2015, 10:13 AM
SE
10kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
N
Slight
Current
From Captain Owen:
Wreck Specialty class on board. Enroll in PADI specialty classes today!
Tropical Odyssey: Benwood Wreck Sunday April 12th 2015, 09:55 AM
SE
12kts
Wind Conditions
3-4 feet
Wave Height
40
feet
Visibility
None
Current
Nothing to report from Captain Jordan :-(
Tropical Odyssey: Snapper Ledge Saturday April 11th 2015, 08:25 PM
E
11kts
Wind Conditions
1-2 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Alecia:
Night dives are the best! And we offer them 3 nights a week :) Check out this awesome reef squid pic- we see these guys frequently on night dives.
Tropical Adventure: Christ Statue Saturday April 11th 2015, 03:06 PM
SE
13kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Heavenly conditions at the statue.
Tropical Explorer: USCGC Duane Saturday April 11th 2015, 11:25 AM
SE
16kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
NE
Moderate
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Busy day on the USCG Duane! Instructor Jardin is teaching a double wreck specialty in very nice conditions. Grouper galore on the bottom!
Tropical Voyager: French Reef Saturday April 11th 2015, 11:17 AM
SE
12kts
Wind Conditions
2 feet
Wave Height
30
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Owen:
Boat full of Open Water & Advanced Open Water Classes. Come & get certified today!
Tropical Odyssey: Hole in the Wall Saturday April 11th 2015, 10:03 AM
SE
14kts
Wind Conditions
3-4 feet
Wave Height
40
feet
Visibility
NE
Moderate
Current
From Captain Dean:
Still pretty rough at the surface. The current should be bringing in some clearer water with the tide.
Tropical Adventure: Spiegel Grove Saturday April 11th 2015, 09:39 AM
SE
13kts
Wind Conditions
3-4 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
SW
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Calmed down a bit from yesterday.
Tropical Adventure: Woodys Friday April 10th 2015, 03:18 PM
E
14kts
Wind Conditions
3-4 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
None
Current
Nothing to report from Captain Jordan :-(
Tropical Explorer: Permit Ledges Friday April 10th 2015, 02:55 PM
SE
12kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Owen:
Sharks, rays, eels, turtles and so much more! Come dive with us.
Tropical Explorer: Molasses Reef Friday April 10th 2015, 09:37 AM
SE
16kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
45
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Owen:
Having fun with sharks, rays, & eels.
Tropical Adventure: USCGC Duane Friday April 10th 2015, 09:12 AM
E
18kts
Wind Conditions
4 feet
Wave Height
80
feet
Visibility
SW
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Carribean blue water out here.
Tropical Adventure: City of Washington Thursday April 9th 2015, 03:16 PM
SE
16kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Up north on the Elbow Reef this afternoon with pristine conditions at hand. The City of Washington and Mikes wreck are crowd pleasers on today's Tropical Adventure!
Tropical Odyssey: North Star Thursday April 9th 2015, 02:22 PM
E
16kts
Wind Conditions
3 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Baby turtle hanging around the boat. Mostly sunny.
Tropical Adventure: ChristmasTree Cave Thursday April 9th 2015, 10:20 AM
SE
16kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
35
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Multiple days of consistent winds have generated some big seas off the bank to the at the Spiegel Grove. French reef is a bit calmer but has given us green water today. Welcome spring!
Tropical Adventure: Conch Wall Wednesday April 8th 2015, 03:27 PM
NE
18kts
Wind Conditions
3-4 feet
Wave Height
45
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Great diving in southern Key Largo this afternoon. The wind adds a little sportiness to the equation. But the divers are having a blast!
Tropical Voyager: Sand Island Wednesday April 8th 2015, 03:11 PM
E
15kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Owen:
Instructor Developement Class on board. Join Rainbow Reef & become an PADI scuba instructor today!
Tropical Odyssey: Molasses Reef Wednesday April 8th 2015, 02:18 PM
E
15kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Seahorse spotted as well as a baby turtle!
Tropical Explorer: Spiegel Grove Wednesday April 8th 2015, 10:11 AM
E
18kts
Wind Conditions
3-4 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
S
Slight
Current
From Captain Owen:
Huge schools of barracuda. Come dive the wrecks of Key Largo with Rainbow Reef!
Tropical Odyssey: Permit Ledges Wednesday April 8th 2015, 09:41 AM
E
15kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Great viz.
Tropical Adventure: Winch Hole Wednesday April 8th 2015, 09:34 AM
SE
20kts
Wind Conditions
3-4 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NW
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Beautiful skies, warm clear waters and happy open water divers this morning on Molasses Reef. An abundance of turtles are venturing to the surface to get a topside view of this beautiful day also!
Tropical Odyssey: Eagle Ray Alley Tuesday April 7th 2015, 03:18 PM
SE
12kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
80
feet
Visibility
NE
Moderate
Current
From Captain Dean:
Seas have calmed down a little since this morning. Visibility is outstanding! Divers saw sharks, turtles and rays.
Tropical Odyssey: French Reef Tuesday April 7th 2015, 02:06 PM
E
20kts
Wind Conditions
4 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Dean:
It's getting to be a little sporty out here this morning. But the divers are having a great time.
Tropical Adventure: Drift French Tuesday April 7th 2015, 10:37 AM
E
20kts
Wind Conditions
4-5 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Beautiful water color today and the visibility to match! Sea turtles are popping up and dolphin pods are cruising through!
Tropical Odyssey: Eagle Ray Alley Monday April 6th 2015, 10:55 AM
E
15kts
Wind Conditions
3 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Dean:
Another beautiful Monday on reef! Visibility is very good, the current is light and the seas are calmer than expected.
Tropical Adventure: Sand Island Monday April 6th 2015, 10:22 AM
SE
18kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
40
feet
Visibility
S
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Tropical daze... good clean fun off the reef this morning. Instructor candidates are taking full advantage of the excellent conditions for training!
Tropical Explorer: USCGC Duane Monday April 6th 2015, 10:17 AM
E
14kts
Wind Conditions
3-4 feet
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
NE
Moderate
Current
From Captain Owen:
Massive school of permit on the wreck!
Tropical Odyssey: Molasses Reef Sunday April 5th 2015, 03:27 PM
E
10kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
N
Slight
Current
From Captain Owen:
Divers have seen turtles, sharks, & goliath groupers!
Tropical Adventure: Spiegel Grove Sunday April 5th 2015, 10:56 AM
SE
7kts
Wind Conditions
1-2 feet
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
NE
Moderate
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Goliath groupers on the wreck.
Tropical Odyssey: French Reef Sunday April 5th 2015, 10:44 AM
SE
12kts
Wind Conditions
< 1 foot
Wave Height
40
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Spectacular conditions for a happy bunch of divers! Green moray eels, parrot fish and file fish are all on hand to dive with today! Couldn't ask for better holiday weather!
Tropical Adventure: Winch Hole Saturday April 4th 2015, 08:26 PM
E
7kts
Wind Conditions
< 1 foot
Wave Height
90
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Alecia:
Full moon night dives are the best! Turtles, Goliath Groupers, and more!!!
Tropical Odyssey: Conch Pillars Saturday April 4th 2015, 03:26 PM
SE
5kts
Wind Conditions
< 1 foot
Wave Height
40
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Dean:
What a spectacular Saturday afternoon on the reef! Very calm with no. current and tons of fish!
Tropical Adventure: Minnow Cave Saturday April 4th 2015, 02:03 PM
E
6kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Calming down nicely this afternoon.
Tropical Odyssey: Hole in the Wall Saturday April 4th 2015, 01:58 PM
SE
8kts
Wind Conditions
2 feet
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
NE
Moderate
Current
From Captain Dean:
A beautiful Easter weekend in the Keys!
Tropical Adventure: Sand Island Saturday April 4th 2015, 11:16 AM
SE
8kts
Wind Conditions
2 feet
Wave Height
40
feet
Visibility
None
Current
Nothing to report from Captain Jordan :-(
Tropical Explorer: Benwood Wreck Saturday April 4th 2015, 10:06 AM
SE
8kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
40
feet
Visibility
Current
From Captain Corbin:
A nice holiday weekend is instore for today and tomorrow. If you get a chance to come and dive please do. Plenty of sunshine, water and fun times will be had by all.
Tropical Odyssey: French Reef Friday April 3rd 2015, 02:19 PM
SE
12kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
SW
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Gorgeous blue water on french.
Tropical Odyssey: Molasses Reef Friday April 3rd 2015, 10:44 AM
SE
13kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
SW
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Sharks and goliath groupers here this morning.
Tropical Adventure: Banana Patch Thursday April 2nd 2015, 02:12 PM
SE
16kts
Wind Conditions
2 feet
Wave Height
45
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Corbin:
Take a moment to gaze upon gorgeous conditions at our North dive site, banana patch. Snorkelers bobbing in the swells are memorized at the sheer beauty of the reef today!
Tropical Explorer: USCGC Duane Thursday April 2nd 2015, 10:36 AM
SE
12kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Shark on the wreck.
Tropical Odyssey: Spiegel Grove Thursday April 2nd 2015, 10:19 AM
SE
12kts
Wind Conditions
3-4 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
NE
Slight
Current
From Captain Dean:
Divers had a great time on the big wreck. Saw the Goliath Groupers and swam through the whole superstructure.
Tropical Adventure: Molasses Reef Thursday April 2nd 2015, 09:26 AM
SE
18kts
Wind Conditions
2-3 feet
Wave Height
45
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Corbin:
A busy windy morning on the reef. Turtles are plentiful this morning with bait fish entertaining us wither surface runs! Welcome back the warm air also!
Tropical Odyssey: Molasses Reef Wednesday April 1st 2015, 03:12 PM
NE
7kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Calm blue water and mostly sunny out here today.
Tropical Adventure: Molasses Reef Wednesday April 1st 2015, 02:28 PM
NE
7kts
Wind Conditions
< 1 foot
Wave Height
50
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Owen:
Sharks, turtles, & eels! Oh My!
Tropical Adventure: Spiegel Grove Wednesday April 1st 2015, 09:46 AM
N
12kts
Wind Conditions
1 foot
Wave Height
70
feet
Visibility
N
Slight
Current
From Captain Owen:
Fantastic day on the wreck! Come & join us.
Tropical Odyssey: North Star Wednesday April 1st 2015, 09:26 AM
N
8kts
Wind Conditions
1-2 feet
Wave Height
60
feet
Visibility
None
Current
From Captain Jordan:
Conditions are terrible. April fools.

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Your diving adventures continue... Whether you have just been certified, or have logged lots of dives, this course will teach you new skills, improve old ones and build confidence and awareness in scuba diving.

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In total, there are five dives needed to complete your Advanced Open Water certification, but there are two required dives: Navigation and Deep Dive. Both will take your knowledge and enthusiasm to a whole new level.

Typically, we do not have you complete your Deep Dive the first day, and will use Navigation and one of your chosen elective dives to begin the course. The elective dives are listed below, you will choose a total of 3 to complete your training into the Advanced Open Water Certification level.
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Nitrox (Enriched Air Diver)

The latest way to safely give you more time underwater is Enriched air. Better known as NITROX, this higher oxygen mix of diving gas can make you feel less fatigued and load less nitrogen while, in some cases, significantly increasing your bottom time.

The PADI Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox) course is PADI’s most popular specialty scuba course.

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Recreational Avelo Diver (RAD)

The latest way to safely give you more time underwater is Enriched air. Better known as NITROX, this higher oxygen mix of diving gas can make you feel less fatigued and load less nitrogen while, in some cases, significantly increasing your bottom time.

Our course teaches divers everything they need to know to dive the Avelo System.

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Online theory session (1-2 hours)

Our course builds on concepts you are familiar with from your open water theory and expands on topics that are relevant to Avelo and apply to divers at any level.

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