Went to Santa Cruz on the Explorer, I still need the drysuit practice. The first dive site was fine when we went in, about five minutes later a nice ripping current came up, so it was more than a little struggle. Came up, munched on chips and salsa while the boat moved, then got ready to dive potato rock. It's a pinnacle, 15 feet to the top, 83 to the bottom. Good viz, great dive, a couple scallops, and a cabazon. Still need to get my rig trimmed out, I'll work on that. Took a vote back on board, decided we all liked this site so much we wanted to stay, the last dive I hunted the sand for halibut, did not see a one. I swear, they know when I'm looking for them. Wound up playing tag with a juvi sealion for the end of the dive.

A great trip, good diving, good times!