TGIF Underwater - I want to see you!

Travel discussion for St. John
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liamsaunt
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Post by liamsaunt »

Chet the biggest problem there is that you went after the barracuda. They are very territorial. When you see them you really should keep your distance.

I try and pound this into John's head but he never listens to me. Well, he might now after our last trip. We found a HUGE barracuda...this one (the other fish give you an idea of his size):

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/28539958@N00/2519152505/" title="Scott big barracuda 2 by liamsaunt, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3116/251 ... 87828e.jpg" width="500" height="281" alt="Scott big barracuda 2"></a>

I took its picture and went on my way. But John followed it around. The barracuda put up with it for a while, but eventually it got agitated, dove straight down to the sand, turned around, shot up in front of him and got right up in his face. I think he walked on the water to get out of there! He was seriously freaked out, but I told him it was his fault for annoying it.

I have heard that they'll go for sparkly stuff too. I turn my ring around and hold my finger over the diamond when I am snorkeling. Diving gloves are another good option if you have jewelry on your finger that you don't want to take off.
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Post by California Girl »

Chet, I know that you are 100% right, but I never take off my chain bracelet. The ring I could have gotten by without, but at least I didn't wear the tanzanite & diamond ring that goes with that one! :roll: Lame, huh? Ok. I'm bait. I admit it! :lol:
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Pickle
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Post by Pickle »

I'm envious seeing the photos of you divers. Wish I could dive... (bad ear pressure problems :cry: )

My husband at Blue Cobblestone:

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rpplano
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Post by rpplano »

Salomon Beach

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rpplano - Fun shot!!
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Post by piscesgirl0314 »

I agree with Chet...lose the jewels when you're diving or snorkeling...fingers are important...
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Post by Pianogrl »

Great shots everyone!
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