Category Archives: Florida Diving

Watch for Humpback whales migrating in January off East Coast of Florida


There are a couple of whales that migrate off the eastern shores of Florida.  Be sure to watch for the Humpback and Right Whales as they migrate in the early months each year.  You can even occasionally spot them while … Continue reading

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Lemon Shark Aggregation in Jupiter, Florida


Every year from January to mid April, lemon sharks meet and aggregate along the Eastern Coast of Florida.  Lemon sharks grow up to 13 feet long and average approximately 10 feet.  They are found in the shallower waters of the … Continue reading

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January Calendar of Sealife & Migrations for South Eastern Florida


Every year I am blessed to be amazed and inspired by some of the most incredible sights under the sea.  As many of my readers will know, I can’t help myself but come back and learn more about the awesome … Continue reading

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Don Pedro Gilbert the Pirate


I love the eastern coast of Florida.  It is full of natural and nautical treasures, both of the past and the present.  Hubby has a real love for all things Atocha, including an avid collectors interest in the reales. While … Continue reading

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Dare I discuss solo diving?


The more I shore dive, the more this topic peaks my interest.  I dive many spots repeatedly up and the down the East Coast of Florida.  I would venture to say that I probably know Lauderdale by the Sea like … Continue reading

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Shore Dive conditions for week of 1/3/12


UPDATE: was down in Vero last night at Rio Mar, looked great!  flattest I have seen it in 4 months.  I am planning to dive MONDAY AM due to weekend work schedule. It is funny as I am not the … Continue reading

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I am drying up!


It has been so busy with Gypsy Rose Studios, my new company this past month as we getting ready for season to hit.  I haven’t been in the water for over a month and my gills are all dried.  Local … Continue reading

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Creature Feature – Flying Gurnard


Recently when I was down in one of my favorite shore stomping grounds, I came across a rather peculiar looking fish at the end of my dive as I was heading in to shore during mini bugfest season and the … Continue reading

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Shore diving considerations for maximum enjoyment


With shore divers’ independence comes added planning responsibility.  You simply do not have that added safety buffer of the divemaster on a boat.  While you can pay someone to come along, I find following some simple steps and procedures and … Continue reading

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Upcoming shore diving forecasts for East Florida


Ok, fellow shore divers, do you want the good news or the bad? It was gorgeous this weekend at the beach from Fort Pierce all the way up to Cape canaveral, if you love surfing!  Nice day, big swells and … Continue reading

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