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Three New Destinations Expand
Aggressor’s World of Diving
Blue Hole
Golfing
Digital Photo Tips
Fond Farewell to
Truk Lagoon
Tax Deductible
Dive Vacations
Good Times at
Vegas Dive Show
Magical Mantas
Exotic Critters,
Muck Diving, Ship
Wrecks and more
Tahiti Aggressor Moves to
Society Islands
Beginning May 6, 2006 the Tahiti Aggressor will base
all charters from Bora Bora in French Polynesia’s Society
Islands, a move that will provide more convenience for
guests and crew with the same amazing diving experiences.
For the past three years, the Tahiti Aggressor has
operated out of Rangiroa in the Tuamotu Islands chain,
and Captain Dan Ruth is confident that the move to lessremote Bora Bora, will be a positive one for guests, crew
and the vessel itself. On a recent Society Islands
exploratory trip, Captains Gavin and Brian both saw
many of the same animals, corals and water clarity
experienced in the Tuamotus, but with healthy currents
of two knots in the passes, as compared to the six-seven
knots experienced near Rangiroa.
Other benefits to the Bora Bora itinerary include:
• Availability of food, fuel, fresh produce and seafood
• Easy access for vessel maintenance and repairs
• Docking adjacent to Air Tahiti transfer station
• Eight to ten flights per day on Air Tahiti
• No day-room rental or airport taxi shuttles required
The North Sulawesi Aggressor
will offer seven-day charters from
Kungkungan Bay Resort beginning
December 3, 2005. The Aggressor crew will guide guests to
remote sites near Bangka Islands and the Lembeh Strait,
home of the famous “muck dives.” North Sulawesi is a very
safe and quiet portion of the large Sulawesi region. For
many years, this predominately Christian area has treated
divers to some of the most unique diving in the world.
Direct flights into Manado from Singapore are
available weekly.
Special $800 introductory discounts are now
being offered on the new Tahiti Society
Islands itinerary! May 6 - August 19, 2006
charters are now $2,195 p.p., dbl. occ.!
Whale Sharks, Macro Critters and
Seamounts, Utila Has It All
Utila, one of Honduras’ brightest jems, offers divers
sheer walls, spectacular wrecks and offshore sea mounts.
These pristine sea mounts represent a Caribbean
frontier rarely explored by divers. Utila is also
world-famous for whale sharks and guests may
have the opportunity to swim with these
migrating mammoths. Divers aboard the new
14-passenger Utila Aggressor will sample this
region’s beautiful marine environments in Aggressor
comfort and style. If you think you’ve seen everything the
Caribbean has to offer, think again and reserve your spot aboard a
Utila Aggressor adventure.
Utila boasts
magnificent
stands of
Elkhorn coral.
Reserve your vacation online at www.aggressor.com
A Fond Farewell to
Our Friends in Truk Lagoon
After many incomparable years
of diving and operating in
beautiful Truk Lagoon, the
Truk Aggressor II, sailed out of
the south pass of the lagoon at
2:00 pm, October 12th, for the
last and final time. She will
make her new home in Lembeh
Strait, dockside at the
Kungkungan Bay Resort.
As Capt. Niall Lawlor, Alan Lawlor,
Capt. Brian Stephenson, Capt. Kurt
Jensen and Craig Ellis departed the
docks in Chuuk, all were saddened to
be leaving friends and local crew
that had worked for the Aggressor
for more than 17 years. There were
many memories made in Truk
Lagoon by the likes of Klauss
Lindemann, Jim Church, Stan Waterman, Dan Bailey and Kimeo
Aiisek. All of these diving pioneers had one big thing in
common–they loved Truk Lagoon, the wrecks and the people of
the Federated States of Micronesia.
While Chuuk has had its infrastructure problems over the years,
the one constant attraction has been the diving. It is a truly magical and mystical experience the first time a diver drifts into depths
of a WWII wreck, or sees the gigantic hulk of the Rio or the
Fijikawa looming in front of them. It is an experience that only
happens once in a lifetime, that first dive into history.
The crew, operators and owners of the Aggressor Fleet are sad
to leave the lagoon behind, but are equally as excited to be
destination:
COCOS ISLAND, COSTA RICA
moving to a new, exciting area in
Indonesia. As mysterious as Truk
Lagoon once was to our divers, we are
all looking ahead to discovery and
adventure in the remote waters of
Lembeh, Bangka and Gangga Islands in
North Sulawesi.
We wish all the best to those who
The late Jim Church considered
remain in Truk Lagoon and look
forward with anticipation to returning Truk his favorite destination. He is
seen here with native Chuukese
to Truk one day with a new Aggressor
diving legend and franchise
boat and franchise.
partner Kimeo Aiisek.
Once again, thank you to all of the
fine people who have worked with us for 17 great years, and to all
of the divers, dive shops and wholesalers who have supported us
in Truk Lagoon. We hope we have fulfilled your dreams and met
your expectations!
Safe diving, and see you all in Indonesia.
- Capt. Dan Ruth, Capt. Niall Lawlor, Capt. Wayne Hasson
Photo Essay:
A Day in the Life of the
Okeanos Aggressor Crew
Read more about the day-to-day adventures
aboard the Okeanos Aggressor in the
“Captain’s Log” reports at www.aggressor.com.
Okeanos dive master Onditz Calparsoro
was not at Cocos Island during this
photo shoot. She was at the Las Vegas
DEMA show, pictured here with Dive
Training Magazine’s Jerry Beaty.
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newsletter, the Hot News, you may be missing out on some
generous money-saving offers, like Gold Weeks for repeat
Aggressor clients. This brief monthly newsletter also contains
interesting crew notes, special marine life encounters and dive
industry news.
All Aggressor clients are automatically signed up for the
Dive the World Club, which rewards travelers with on-board
discounts, special Gold Week rates and inclusions in the
annual free trip drawings.
UPCOMING GOLD WEEKS:
Tahiti: December 24-31, 2005 - Save $400
Kona, Hawaii: January 7-14, 2006 - Save $200
Turks & Caicos: (Provo to Grand Turk diving itinerary)
January 28-February 4, 2006 - Save $200
North Sulawesi: January 28-February 4, 2006 - Save $400
Cayman: February 25-March 4, 2006 - Save $200
Cocos Island: March 21-31, 2006 - Save $400
Galapagos I: April 6-13, 2006 - Save $400
Dive With
a Purpose
Imaging Foundation’s goal is to create
fun, educational productions. Aggressor
Fleet provides access to the world’s
richest underwater locations via world class live aboard ships.
Join this unbeatable team and dive with a purpose!
Imaging Foundation expedition team members help complete a
mission project. Participation requires a willingness to learn, to
meet great people, and to work as a member of a motivated team.
Past expedition teams have built web sites, designed real time virtual classrooms, and helped organize the Imaging Foundation’s
collection. This imagery is available for use by other non-profit,
educational organizations.
Each expedition mission is different. Over the next year we will
be visiting Palau, Indonesia, Utila, and Galapagos, where our team
will be met by Aggressor's expert crew. They will provide top notch
destination:
TURKS & CAICOS
Join over 14,000 divers who have
already discovered the valuable
information in our Hot News.
Sign up today at www.aggressor.com.
guidance as we learn about the local flora and fauna, dive like
crazy, and complete our mission project. Our imagery and productions will teach an entirely new generation that the ocean holds
both mystery and adventure. Let’s join together to help show our
children the beauty of our oceans before they inherit them.
As with all Imaging Foundation Expeditions, this trip can be
tax deductible. Check with your professional tax consultant.
For more information on Imaging Foundation goals and future
expeditions go to their website at: www.imagingfoundation.org
or contact their staff at info@imagingfoundation.org or their
California office at (310) 458-0210.
IMAGING FOUNDATION EXPEDITIONS
Galapagos Aggressor - April 20 - 27, 2006
North Sulawesi Aggressor - September 23 - 30, 2006
Palau Aggressor - March 4 - 11, 2007
Utila Aggressor - September 8 -15, 2007
A Step Forward for Us, Means Better Service for You
The crew of the Turks & Caicos
Aggressor II are taking their careers to the
next level. For example, Christopher
Guglielmo, who has been with the TCA II
for nearly 3 years as the Photo-Pro, is
now Captain Christopher after undergoing examinations for both the MCA and
USCG 200-ton Masters licenses. And
Chef Dave recently attended an IDC/IE to become a PADI
Instructor. Matt is about to undergo advanced firefighting training,
and Gary will complete his STCW-95 and MCA engineering
certifications in the near future. Our crew’s professional development equates to higher levels of safety and comfort for you!
The sharks are back at French Cay!
French Cay in the Turks & Caicos Islands was long known as
one of the premier shark diving destinations in the Caribbean, but
those of you who have traveled with us in the past year or so may
have noticed a steady decline in the shark population. Was this due
to climactic change? Over-fishing? Whatever the reason they left
us, we have some great news – the sharks are back! Once again,
you need to watch where you giant stride because landing on a
dorsal fin can be a fright for both human
and fish! Today, you can expect to see
up to ten reef sharks swimming within
ten feet of you, and often times much,
much closer, like in this photo by
Capt. Christopher Guglielmo from six
inches away!
Stan Waterman’s
Long-awaited
Book Now Available
“Sea Salt,” a hard-back memoir published by New World Publications,
includes essays written by Stan
Waterman over the years for “Ocean
Realm” and other dive journals, in
addition to personal letters and editorials. With over 300 pages and
more than 65 pictures, the book
spans the dive legend’s life, from
his childhood years growing up
in Maine by the sea through a
half century of diving adventures
around the world. Many of the adventures recounted
destination:
K ONA , H AWAII
were unique experiences with the Aggressor Fleet. Forewords are by
Peter Benchley and Howard Hall. “Sea Salt” may be purchased online at
www.fishid.com.
You can hear Stan tell his stories in person and enjoy a dive with him
during upcoming “Waterman Weeks” on Aggressor Fleet yachts.
STAN WATERMAN CHARTERS
Tahiti Aggressor Feb. 4-11, 2006
Utila Aggressor Apr. 15-22, 2006
Cayman Aggressor IV July 22-29, 2006
North Sulawesi Aggressor Oct. 14-21 and Oct. 21-28, 2006
Turks & Caicos Aggressor II Apr. 21-28, 2007
Cayman Aggressor IV July 28-Aug. 4, 2007
Belize Aggressor III Aug. 25-Sep. 1, 2007
*Dates are subject to change. Stan’s trips do not include a photo course.
The Manta
Ballet
The sun drops below the horizon, day turns into night and as darkness falls, the stage is set. This
however, is no ordinary show. The theater is a channel of black sand surrounded by lava rock 35 feet
below the ocean surface. The audience is a group of divers who have traveled from all over the world to
see tonight’s performance. The performers are none other than the Manta Rays of Kona, Hawaii.
The divers gather and kneel in the sand as their lights begin to attract plankton. Suddenly from out
of the shadows, the mantas appear and the show begins. With names like Lefty, Big Bertha and
Calamity Jane, graceful might not be the first word that comes to mind, but once you see the underwater ballet these 12-15-foot mantas perform, that is one of the few words that can describe them. For the
next hour, the mantas glide effortlessly, turning loops over the diver’s heads, sometimes within mere
inches. Every so often, a pair of mantas will appear to be on a collision course, but at the last second,
they arc away from one another in such perfect form, it seems like it must be choreographed. The show
can be so intense. One minute you are not sure where to look next for fear of missing something, while
the next minute you can be so captivated by one manta, you do not notice anything else. Although there
is no orchestra, you are sure you can hear the music to which these rays are dancing.
Finally, the divers must return to the surface. As the divers and their plankton-attracting lights
disappear, so do the mantas and tonight’s show has come to an end. Don’t worry though, tomorrow
night, the mantas will be here again. Where will you be? -Capt. Rob Clayton
While on board, guest Gene
Brown (left)celebrated his
birthday at the Belize
Aggressor III driving range.
Gene - an avid golfer - enjoyed a few swings of the club
during one of his surface intervals.
Belize Dominos. Guests Roberto, Jesus, Andy and Peyton
have such a love for dominos that they took it to the next
level. Or should we say down a level? These guys played
“underwater dominos” for an entire hour at a time, or until
Andy was too low on air. (above) They could also be seen
playing dominos on the sun deck 8 a.m. until 3 a.m.! So who
won? According to the guys, their game isn’t finished. They
are still playing back home in Monterrey, Mexico.
Fore! A Blue Hole In One
Captain Wayne Hasson & Guy
Harvey Go for High Definition
Artist Guy Harvey, photographer
Stephen Frink and Aggressor’s Wayne
Hasson were aboard the Cayman
Aggressor IV during an HDV shoot.
Wayne and Guy have teamed up to create new
and exciting Aggressor Fleet destination videos in
High Definition (HDV) that will be available on
DVD in 2006. Using the latest Gates Underwater
HD System, which includes the new Sony HDRFX1, they are shooting at 1080 lines horizontal
resolution / 60 interlaced frames per second frame rate for the HDV specification. The unit records to
standard MiniDV tapes. High-definition underwater video looks sharper and clearer than regular video,
especially on big-screen displays. Wayne and Guy will be streaming their HDVs on the Aggressor Fleet
web site, so get ready for some really exciting short destination videos showing the latest dive sites and
many land-based attractions.
HDV editing will be performed using the newest version of Final Cut Pro V on an Apple G5 computer; however, most of the capture work is being done on board using a G4 laptop. If you happen to
see Wayne or Guy on a diving and HDV-shooting trip this year, ask them to show you how it’s all done.
And don’t forget to smile for the camera––you could be featured in one of these new Aggressor HDV’s.
Where is the Next
Aggressor Destination?
Searching for new and exciting locations is part of
Aggressor Fleet’s mission as the “Ultimate in Liveaboards®.” Our clients’ input is very important, that’s
why every post-trip questionnaire begins with the question, “Where
else would you like to see an Aggressor?” Let us know your comments by e-mailing wecare@aggressor.com.
Want to own an
Aggressor Fleet franchise?
E-mail aff@aggressor.com for franchising information.
Safety and Quality are Always a Priority
Aggressor Fleet welcomes Shane Oubre on board.
Shane has been affiliated with Aggressor for many
years overseeing construction, repairs, upgrades
and regulatory inspections of many of the
Aggressor vessels. Shane will be assisting Aggressor
franchisees with making sure that all Aggressor
vessels are maintained to Aggressor's high
operational and safety standards. Capt. Alan
Roberts will continue traveling aboard all Aggressors
to conduct training and inspections.
destination:
FIJI ISLANDS
Fiji Aggressor II
Vessel Upgrades
Recently, the Fiji Aggressor II underwent modifications and upgrades to make your vacation more enjoyable.
1. Installed new Perkins 50KW generator.
2. Installed new Poseidon 10CFM air compressor.
3. Re-caulked deck.
4. Built new tank rack for stern platform.
5. Replaced all zincs on ship hull.
6. Re-varnished entire salon area (tables, walls).
7. Re-upholstered couches and chairs in salon area.
8. New wall-to-wall carpeting throughout entire boat.
9. Honeymoon suite rebuilt (new curtains, new varnish,
carpet, molding and window trim, wall paneling,
removed windows and resealed).
10. Refit bathroom in honeymoon suite (retiled entire bath
room and shower, revarnished counters).
11. New battery charging station for cameras and dive lights.
12. Extended current camera table and built additional
camera area.
13. Cleaned and repaired holding tanks.
destination:
GALAPAGOS, ECUADOR
A Diver’s Paradise,
An Artist’s Inspiration,
A Marine Biologist’s Dream
by Guy Harvey
I have been very fortunate over the years to travel to virtually every
major dive destination in the world. I have traveled to these locales
wearing several different hats: diver, artist and marine biologist. And,
in all my travels, I have never found a destination that compliments
my various personalities as perfectly as the Galapagos Islands.
For me, the Galapagos Islands are the ultimate diving destination
because they allow me to indulge in all of my passions. As a diver, I
am able to witness the grandeur of the undersea world in its entirety.
And, as an artist and marine biologist, the islands of the Galapagos
offer ample subjects for recording the images and behaviors of the
underwater world’s most fascinating creatures. To me, the Galapagos
Islands are an undersea Disney World.
My first trip to the Galapagos Islands was with the Aggressor Fleet.
The knowledge and professionalism of the Galapagos Aggressor staff
was as impressive as the underwater sights in the Galapagos. So
impressive, in fact, I booked not one, but two return trips with the
Aggressor Fleet. Please join me in the Galapagos Islands for a
fabulous week of discovery.
Galapagos Aggressor II: July 17-24, 2008
Galapagos Aggressor II: July 24-31, 2008
Learn more about Guy and view his art at www.guyharveyinc.com.
From Aggressor’s Kitchen to Yours
Make Your Vacation
Reservations Online
at www.aggressor.com/onlineres
destination:
PA L A U
Palau Crew
Promises the Best
Each week, our guests call the diving in Palau, “The best EVER!”
and the crew agrees. In addition to the common whitetip, blacktip
and gray reef sharks, cuttlefish and mandarin fish, there have been
three rather unique sightings. A couple of dugongs were spotted on
two different occasions at the Malakal mooring. A dugong, also
called a sea cow, is closely related to the manatee. The guests and
crew alike enjoyed these gentle creatures from the boat.
On another occasion, Hector jumped in to check the current at
the Blue Corner dive site when he was surprised by an eight-foot
Shark Ray. This creature is actually a ray that looks like a shark. It has
white spots all over its body, a broad head, dorsal fin and tail
resembling a shark, but with
wings that flap like a spotted
eagle ray.
Whether it be for the diving,
the crew or the Survivor Palau
experience, come visit the
Palau Aggressor II and have
the “Best week EVER!”
- PA II crew
Dave’s Banoffee Pie
A
h, everyone loves Chef Dave’s Banoffee Pie
when dining aboard the Turks & Caicos Aggressor II.
As Dave
explains, “Banofee” is the product of “banana” and “toffee,” and the
combination makes for one delectable dessert. Here’s the recipe for
making this vacation favorite at home:
• 2 – 3 cans condensed milk
• 1 pack pre-baked biscuits
• Melted butter
• 1 – 2 sliced bananas
• 1 cup cream
• Melted cooking chocolate
Place cans of condensed milk and cook for 2 1/2 – 3 hours in a pot,
completely submersed in simmering water. Do not let the pot boil dry.
Let cans cool. Blend pre-baked biscuits with melted butter in a food
processor until the mix can be pressed into place with the back of a
spoon. Spray a light coat of cooking oil in a spring mold. Drop the
biscuit crumb mixture into the mold and press lightly with the back of
a spoon to spread around the base of the mold. Layer sliced bananas
onto the biscuit base as deep or shallow as you like. Gently spread the
cans of cooked condensed milk (toffee) over the bananas. In a small
pot, warm one cup of cream and mix in the melted cooking chocolate.
The proportion should be 1/3 cream and 2/3 chocolate. Cook until all
is melted and set aside for about 5 minutes. Pour over the pie and
spread evenly. Place the complete pie, uncovered, in the refrigerator
to set the last layer. Serve on its own or with cream, strawberries or
other fresh fruit. Enjoy!
Attention Traveling Digital UW
Photographers: Pack Extras!
Shooting with digital camera equipment adds some
items to your packing list. Here are some tips on
just a few of the “extras” you should take along.
by Mike Mesgleski and Mike Haber
1. Batteries. You can never have enough. Today’s digital
camera equipment thrives on battery power. Our advice is to bring at least one
additional battery or set of batteries for each piece of equipment.
For example, we use four high-capacity NiMH batteries for each of our strobes and pack at least two sets for each
strobe along with extra battery chargers. Our cameras require a special battery and we usually bring at least three of
those. During the week,we always have a set of batteries charging for each piece of equipment. Check with the manufacturer on any special care or storage requirements for your batteries. Although batteries are rechargeable, they will
not last forever.
2. Memory. Enough memory is good and more is better. Take along at least two high-capacity memory cards for
your camera. Mike & I usually bring four each. Mark each card with your name and a unique color or label like “A” “B” “C” to keep
track of your cards. It’s a good idea to swap cards between dives even if they are not full. This allows you to keep your camera system
on the camera table loaded and ready to go for quick access.
3. High-speed card readers. We bring a high-speed card reader to transfer images instead of connecting the
camera directly to our computer. This way, the camera does not have to be removed from the housing.
Once the images are safely stored, either in a laptop or portable storage device, the card needs to
be cleared of old images. We prefer re-formatting the card in the camera rather than using the
option of erasing the images. According to some card manufacturers, erasing individual
images instead of formatting the card may leave behind some data that could corrupt a new
image file written to the card.
There is a lot more information we will share with you in upcoming issues, in our classes
aboard the Aggressor Fleet, and on our website, www.jimchurchphoto.com. E-mail us at
question@jimchurchphoto.com if you have any questions about underwater photography.
Jim Church School of Digital Underwater Photography Workshops
Additional 2007 and 2008 dates are listed on the Itineraries page at www.aggressor.com
Tahiti Aggressor
Belize Aggressor III
Mar. 3-10, 2007 $3,345 Mesgleski & Haber
July 22-29, 2006 $2,545 Mesgleski & Haber
Cayman Aggressor IV
June 17-24, 2006 $2,545 Mesgleski & Haber
Galapagos Aggressor
Oct. 12-19, 2006 $3,445 Mesgleski & Haber
Palau Aggressor II
Mar. 9-16, 2008* $3,045 Mesgleski & Haber
Truk Odyssey - Jim Church Memorial Charter
Mar. 16-23, 2008* $2,945 Mesgleski & Haber
*Palau and Truk charters are back-to-back.
Turks & Caicos Aggressor II
May 20-27, 2006 $2,545 Mesgleski & Haber
Aug. 19-26, 2006 $2,545 Mesgleski & Haber
Dates are subject to change.
Crews and Staff
Enjoy Las Vegas
Lights at DEMA,
and International
Dive Shows
Throughout the year, members of the Aggressor Fleet
team greet divers in their home towns during dive and
travel shows. Aggressor participates at shows in the
U.S., Russia, Spain, Germany and Great Britain.
destination:
CAYMAN ISLANDS
From
Aggressor Fleet, Limited
With the launching of the North
Sulawesi Aggressor, Aggressor
Fleet’s own Shawn Exnicious had the chance to travel to
Indonesia, Cambodia and Singapore. While in Singapore, she
toured many hotels and famous attractions and even learned the
secrets of Chinese tea. Her travels to Cambodia allowed her to
explore the historical temples in Siem Reap. The highlight of the
trip was visiting Bitung and Manado, Indonesia. During her visit
to Indonesia, she met with various hotel owners and staff as well
as toured the Kunkungan Bay Resort and
the Tasik Ria Resort. She also had a
chance to hike the jungles of the Tangkoko
Batuangus Nature Reserve, which is the
home to the taursius monkeys and the black
tailless monkeys. This experience will
prove invaluable when assisting our
customers in planning their adventurous
vacation.
Shawn has been an Aggressor employee since 1997, assisting
clients with their dive trips, airline arrangements and tours. Call
her at 1-800-348-2628 to hear more about her travels and let her
help you plan your next dive vacation.
Fuel Surcharge Now in Effect
Aggressor Fleet has control over many factors that contribute to
great vacations. Some things, however, Aggressor cannot control
and one of these is the cost and supply of fuel at our destinations.
Due to current extraordinary fuel prices, we are now forced to
institute a $100 per guest fuel surcharge.
This surcharge was put into effect on September 15, 2005, and
is paid onboard each yacht. We thank you for your understanding
and hope that we are able to reduce or eliminate the surcharge in
the future if and when fuel prices return to normal levels. There is no
fuel surcharge at this time on either Galapagos Aggressor yacht.
Aggressor Fleet, Limited
7810 Highway 182 East
Morgan City, LA 70380
USA
800-348-2628 or (985) 385-2628
Aggressor Fleet live-aboards are independently owned and operated franchises.
Diving, A
Family Affair
This summer, Anne and Wayne
Hasson spent a week on the Cayman
Aggressor IV with friends and family,
including 10 kids ages 10-15. The
“Family Week,” as they call it, is an
annual tradition.
“Where else can you spend quality
family time without all the interruptions?” says Anne Hasson. There
was constant laughter and non-stop
fun while the teenagers enjoyed diving, kayaking, sport fishing, and cave
exploration. They started diving at 8 a.m., and at 9 p.m., were ready
for board games.
Fourteen-year-old Emily Roberts has spent
every summer attending “Kid’s Sea Camp” or a
private family charter. “Going on the ‘Kid’s
Sea Camp’ weeks has been fun and exciting.
Growing up and sharing these experiences with my friends has been
awesome. It is something that I will remember and enjoy for the rest
of my life. I’m sure it has changed the way I look at how we treat our
oceans and marine inhabitants,” she says.
At the end of the charter the Hassons reported, “The trip was
fantastic, awesome! The diving in Little Cayman was the best we’ve
ever seen with 150-foot visibility.”
You too can reserve a private charter for your family, or you can
join a hosted Aggressor “Kid’s Sea Camp.”
KID’S SEA CAMPS
Turks & Caicos Aggressor II: July 1-8, 2006
Hosted by Shirley Brown.
Kona Aggressor II: July 1-8, 2006
Hosted by Alan Roberts.
Belize Aggressor III: July 29-Aug. 5, 2006
Hosted by Shirley Brown.
Cayman Aggressor IV: July 14-21, 2007
Hosted by Alan Roberts.
*More dates at www.aggressor.com