There was one other diver on board who was interested in photography we had some good dives.
Description of the dives
The crayfish were large and were not keen to be placed in a catch bag
Dive(491) Garnet rock Dusky Sound 41 min with James. Black coral, Blue Cod, Sea slug (Jason) depth about 23meters We saw a lot of dolphins before we entered the water visibility 20 – 25 meters
Dive 492 10/02/13 (2) Many Islands First attempt at catching crayfish more impressive was the kingfish. Saw a lovely Octopus.
Dive 493 10/02/13 (3) Pickersall Harbour a vertical drop off to 35 meters still trying for Krays total four we have not dared go for a big one.
Dive 494 11/02/13 (4) Pigeon island 5 finger marine reserve. Five finger Peninsula near Resolution island 35m fantastic black coral and enormous crayfish. A wide variety of Wrasse and groupers the blue perch with a spot got too close.
Dive 495 Acheron PassageWe caught 4 crayfish and had them for supper
Dive 496 12/02/13 (6) Acheron passage 47m on a vertical wall that was overhanging near the bottom.
Dive 497 12/02/13 (7) Doubtful Sound Te Awaatu Channel (the gut) a marine reserve for the Sea Pens that we found at 30 meters