Also, we provide closely supervised Introduction to Spearfishing classes. In these classes, we will show you how to spearfish and give you tips. For divers with varying levels of experience, we offer several classes. Dive Locker also offers daily charters.
On our last trip you could still see the "Happy Holidays", unidentified townsfolk on her deck, for all the cars passing by the bridge. Our definition of inshore diving includes less than 8 miles from St Andrew's Pass. Open water divers are generally safer. Red Sea, an 125-foot tugboat, was built in 2009 and is a notable dive.
There are many choices available when it comes time to train, but your safety should always come first. Our staff has more than 50 combined years of experience in teaching others how to safely enjoy the underwater world.
Panama City Beach has been the most popular spot for scuba diving in North Florida for many years. It is second only behind the Florida Keys to be the most popular dive spot in the state.
Check with your dive shop for the latest trip information. Or, plan a trip with well-qualified friends. They might be able put one on the calendar. The area around Panama City Beach has a large collection of artificial reef materials. There are many materials available, including bridge pilings, old piers and specially designed reef habitat.
If you are looking for a fun class taught by an expert in the field with high-quality gear and fully inclusive pricing, we can help. Spearfishing is basically underwater bow hunting. It is not difficult or cheap to learn and can be addictive. This is the place to go if you're looking for ethical, clean, and non-industrially produced protein. We offer spearfishing charters for highly experienced divers.
Everyone is friendly and willing to help. It was an incredible experience. It was very personal and pleasant. I look forward to returning for my dive class. Do you want to try something new? In just 3 days, you can get your Open Water Scuba Diving Certificate. Your certification is valid for life.
An Average Diver, at an Average Depth, With an Average Tank
Based on personal experience, an average open-water certified diver using a standard aluminum 80-cubic-foot tank on a 40-foot dive will be able to stay down for about 45 to 60 minutes before surfacing with a safe reserve of air still in the tank.
So just to reiterate: don't grab animals, don't hold them for photo ops, don't go for rides on dolphins or turtles, and don't force puffer fish to inflate (it can be fatal to them).