Muck diving in Florida

Kristian Taylor · Issue 54, May/Jun 2010 · pp. 64–66

Products mentioned: Olympus Stylus 1030sw, Olympus housing PT-043, Remora Pro Set strobe

All too often we read articles about the amazing dive sites found offshore from secluded islands, far removed from the impacts of population centers. Locations such as the Fiji Islands, Roatan and the outer islands of the Bahamas come to mind. Very few of us ever look closer to home for potential dive sites that are only a car ride away. While I am not making the claim that local dive sites might match the water clarity and marine biodiversity found in the previously mentioned locations, all I am saying is that we should never overlook potential muck diving opportunities if they are available. Let me begin by saying muck diving isn’t always easy and glamorous. Muck diving can be difficult, dirty, tiresome and frustrating. It is adventurous. It can be extremely rewarding and can open up brand new diving opportunities. For those of you unfamiliar with the term, muck diving refers to diving…