Posted by Jon Davies on July 15, 2004 at 11:24:43:
The Sandeaters beach diving group will hold a dive in memory of Paul Meister at 8 a.m. Sunday at White Point, Palos Verdes.
Paul dedicated a lot of time and effort to tracking the marine life at White Point at it seems fitting to hold a dive there in his memory. All are welcome.
A separate memorial service will be held for Paul will be held in Newberry Park this Saturday: http://diver.net/bbs/messages/43654.shtml
Info on the dive:
Address: 1800 W. Paseo Del Mar, Los Angeles
Thomas Brothers Map: LA, pg 853, H1
Gather at: Cove found at southern end of park. Follow Kay Fiorentino down from gate. At bottom turn left.
Type of Beach: rocky, close to parking.
Average Depth: 20-35'
Parking: note directions above. A day use fee is collected at the gate. (Note, if you arrive before parking attendant,
access is free.)
Facilities: Toilets at Royal Palms area, 1000 yards north of White Point. Cold water showers adjacent to lifeguard tower.
Special Notes: The gate to While Point is found off Paseo Del Mar & Kay Fiorentino, approximately 1 block south of Western Avenue. The area is known for active hydrothermal sulfur springs from the tidepools to 50' depth.