Alec N ~ New Jersey Scuba Diving

Alec N

Type:: artificial reef, clam dredge, USA
Built:: ?
Specs:: ( 45 ft )
Sunk:: 1999 - Fire Island Artificial Reef
Depth:: 70 ft
GPS:: 40°35.961' -73°13.012'

I can't find anything on this vessel. From the aft-pilothouse side-trawl setup, I would guess it dates to the 1940s or earlier. Apparently replaced by a new Alec N in 1996.

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Fire Island Artificial Reef

Depth: 62 - 73 ft
2.0 nautical miles south of Fire Island Lighthouse

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Mary N

Type:: artificial reef, clam dredge, USA
Built:: 1950, J.W. Nolan & Sons, Erie PA USA
Specs:: ( 50x15 ft ) 14 gross tons
Sunk:: 2003 - Fire Island Artificial Reef
Depth:: 70 ft
GPS:: 40°35.996'-73°12.926'

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Why the Buddy System is Dangerous

by Paul Humann

I am confounded by the illogic of many of those who try to defend the buddy system, even the spokesperson for a training agency such as PADI - the same folks who preached the dangers of dive computers and Nitrox a few years back. Here is some of the nonsense I've heard and why it is just that:

The buddy system makes diving more fun and practical

Of course, neither has anything to do with the buddy system. Fun is touted as sharing the dive and the after-dive experience with your buddy. Practicality means helping your buddy lug around equipment, get suited up, and other niceties. These benefits can be enjoyed with any dive companion without that person being a "buddy" for whose safety you are legally responsible.

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