Posted by brianc on June 25, 2002 at 08:51:27:
In Reply to: Monteray posted by Danny on June 25, 2002 at 07:58:28:
Here's the best concise site on Monterey diving for someone new to the area:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ba_diving/files/WebSite/newmontereydiver.html
There's a link to a dive shop list at the bottom of the page. My personal favorite is Manta Ray.
Monterey diving can be challenging in some places. Conditions include water temps in the mid-forties to low fifties, dense kelp in some areas, and viz that can range from over 50 ft to less than 5 ft. There are many shore and boat sites that range from beginner to extreme. Make sure that you contact someone who is knowledgeable not only about local diving, but also about introducing divers to local sites.
The best site for contacting Monterey divers is the BA (Bay Area) Diving List:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ba_diving/