By Todd McBride on Tuesday, November 20, 2001 - 1:21 am: |
Last December the North sites were either closed or we were told it was not worth it because of damage (I can't really remember). How is the diving in the North? Are they open? Is there any shore diving there or is boat access the best?
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By mary pequinot on Tuesday, November 20, 2001 - 12:09 pm: |
We were there last March. Went to Andrea II, Nukove and another one (I can't remember the name right now). It was fine-some damage in the shallows, but great diving a little deeper down. There's lots of shore diving; however, some entries (like Nukove) are pretty difficult, so be careful.
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By Todd McBride on Tuesday, November 20, 2001 - 3:17 pm: |
Yes, I remember diving the Andrea II and a few others, but I was thinking like the very Northern tip was closed or damaged. Like sites 1-6 or something like that.
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By Andy Keely on Wednesday, November 21, 2001 - 6:02 pm: |
Don't do it!!
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By Ann Phelan on Wednesday, November 21, 2001 - 6:16 pm: |
But it's still nice to go to the park for other reasons..so GO..it is an adventure..I only traveled a short distance as we went to surf but will go again in a few weeks.
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By Carole Baker on Wednesday, November 21, 2001 - 8:33 pm: |
I agree that the Park is worth the trip just to "experience" the landlubber stuff...trees, birds, iguanas, donkeys and the likes of other natural wonderments. I find a few hours driving thru the Park to be relaxing and therapeutic, too. I go nuts with the cameras up there....the diving might not be the best, but what is outside of the water is also worth seeing. Just be careful what time of the year it is and if there have been any rains recently as it is a dirt road and can become muddy and difficult to travel...even with four-wheel drive vehicle. But my vote is "go for it" and enjoy the Park...picnic and relax. Carole (Shutterbug)
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By Andy Keely on Thursday, November 22, 2001 - 2:46 am: |
OK, I guess maybe I was a little harsh. If you haven't been to the park before it's probably worth the trip. None of the critters are special to the park though & can be found elswhere on the island. Even the bats at Bokka Slagbaai can be found in greater numbers, in the wonderful ancient caves on the East side of the island. If you do decide to check them out, don't forget to take a torch & be extremely quiet as they are easily disturbed. Oh...& mind your head!
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By Meryl Virga on Wednesday, November 28, 2001 - 1:02 am: |
Carole...wonderful picture..I could stare forever!
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By Andy Keely on Wednesday, November 28, 2001 - 3:14 am: |
Mum is as good as you'd expect any crotchety seventy five year old axe wielding maniac to be, thanks.
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