Its been a couple of years and I've decided with all the instate travel to start flying again. It's been a combination of necessity and watching my kids get a little older so now I'm a bit more comfortable getting back behind the yoke. I started looking at CP aviation in at in Santa Paula. Given the distance between my home and that airport I think I've decided to go with Channel Islands aviation. I checked out a 172SP at Channel Islands aviation a couple of years ago and while it's more expensive I feel more comfortable at a controlled airport. Camarillo may not be too excited about having another private pilot there. It's kind of a joke but there's a lot of jet traffic Anne the propeller guys are just too slow. I remember last time I was in the pattern they wanted me to keep my speed up. I'll keep posting updates as I get through the Rusty Pilor course, handle my medical, and start down the road to an IFR rating.
Saturday, March 12, 2022
Friday, August 26, 2011
Anacapa Trip August 2011
Another great trip on the Spectre! Here is some video of the diving and wildlife. More later -C
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Diving in the Florida Keys
The diving was only average due to poor viz which I'm told can change hourly. We went out to a spot near the lighthouse called lobsters reef which lived up to its name. While I was properly equipped I failed to grab a single lobster. The one I did get my hands on broke free and made for its hide. Sans Souci. I was a little disappointed that it wasn't a dive only trip but my time was limited to the weekend and many of the trips were full.
Labels:
KEY West,
lobster,
lobster season 2011,
Marathon Key,
Tildens,
Tildens Dive
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Diving in Crystal River Florida (Kings Bay)
We departed mid morning in Jon Boat to have a look around Kings bay and the Three Sister Springs. Its a very nice calm fresh water bay with several large feeder springs. There are some overhead environments and many boats so be aware and use proper technique. It was great to see a large class in progress!!! All ways nice to see new divers!
The dives I undertook were simple exploration, both short and shallow, but fun dives none the less. I was Blue crab and assorted fish, finishing the day with a manatee sighting. I imagine that when its not packed with people the Manatees would not hide as they did on our weekend visit. PADI has a nice intro to Florida diving page which I recommend.
Labels:
Crystal River,
Florida Diving,
Fresh water,
Kings Bay,
Manatee
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Thinking About Travel Again...
Egypt anyone?
-C
Anacapa TripJune 2011 (sea lions) Spectre
So its June and the water temperatures are rising in southern California. By mid-September the waters around the Channel islands should be in the mid 70's. I'm looking forward to diving a 3mil and without weight.
For now here is a great video from my trip this weekend out to the Spectre:
For now here is a great video from my trip this weekend out to the Spectre:
You can book a trip on the spectre here.
Always a good time!
-C
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