The reef off Oakland Park must be seen to be believed. First, there is a garden-like patch reef that stretches for acres just beyond the sandbar. A few hundred yards out, you find the west wall of the first reef system and the change could not be more dramatic. Scores of large brain corals populate the rise up toward plated shelves and ledges. Marine life teems among the mounds with colorful reef species flitting between and larger schools hovering above.

In addition to surveying the reef, noting coral health and particulars for reporting to Southeast Florida Environmental Action Network (SEAFAN) https://floridadep.gov/rcp/coral/content/seafan, we will also remove any trash, plastic, and debris we encounter.

This dive is suitable for open water divers with experience on long surface swims. Maximum depths are less than 25' and bottom time may be 60-75 minutes.

We'll meet at the parking lot, gear up, and walk over to the beach entrance. Master Meters take cash and credit but parking may be limited so plan on an early arrival to get a space.

RENTAL GEAR IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS DIVE. Air tanks $15, BCD's $20, Regulator set $20, mask or fins, $10; mask and fins combo $15; weights (any amount) $5. Please state your size when renting a BCD or Fins. Payable in advance by Venmo(@beachdiver), CashApp($beachdiver), PayPal(tcarpenterjr@gmail.com), or credit card. Please make your request at least 6 hours before the scheduled event time.

PLEASE NOTE: PAYMENT MUST BE MADE IN ADVANCE TO ENSURE RENTAL GEAR IS DELIVERED TO THE DIVE SITE.