Posted by seahunt on December 16, 2001 at 21:05:34:
In Reply to: diving recomendations posted by Russ on December 15, 2001 at 22:36:48:
Type of diving we are looking for: Would like to have good visibility. Would like to dive with some larger animals.
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That suggests the southern islands. Vis is generally better there. Late summer is best (70 degrees maybe), so you should do well there. Use the link above to go to the California Dive Boat Page. Look at the schedule for boats going out of San Pedro or Long Beach. Find something that fits your schedule. Maybe try to get on a boat to Santa Barbara Island. It is beautiful and you are likely to be able to interact with the sea lions there. At Catalina, you might see Giant Black Sea Bass. Any channel crossing is likely to offer a view of dolphins.
For some essays and pics about CA diving, check out http://www.diver.net/seahunt
Enjoy the diving, seahunt