Catalina Scuba Diving Catalina Divers Supply

Hey all,

So I just thought of a weird scenario that I haven't really heard or scene an answer to. I both scuba and freedive, I often scuba in an area that is kind of popular for freediving (Casino Point Dive Park, Catalina Ca). I understand the procedure of bringing your buddy to the surface if they blackout while we BOTH are free diving (palm over mouth to keep it closed and fingers on mask to keep it on face while swimming your buddy up to the surface, begin recovery breaths THEN start rescue). I also understand the procedure involved with rescuing a buddy while we are BOTH on scuba.

What I havent seen an answer to is what is the procedure for rescue if im at the dive park where im on scuba and there is a freediver that needs help. I have seen scuba divers in some of the competition vides but I dont know their roles in terms of safety.

Thanks for taking the time to read and answer.

Dive Bin/Dolly/Cart/Wagon?

What is your setup for transport? Pics?
Normally, I use one of those yellow lidded black storage bins and throw that in the bed of my truck. It doubles as transport and a wash bin and it works perfectly for 95% of my diving.
The other 5% needs something with wheels. Some of you may be familiar with Casino Point on Catalina Island. It's a .8 mile walk from the ferry to the dive park over cobblestone and pebbly asphalt. I've walked gear on my back which isn't fun....but it is doable. I've put my yellow lidded bin and tank on a Milwaukee hand truck which broke the wheels on the way there and I dragged it both ways. I'm thinking of either lugging a heavy duty moving dolly with my bin or building some sort of setup. One of those 25 in. Husky/Kobalt rolling tool cases with a single tank adapter bolted to the lid and a couple cam bands holding the tank on is my other option so far.

Catalina Dive questions

Trying to plan a dive trip to Catalina. Two questions: 1. When is the best time of year to go? I know fall is supposed to be great, but not sure I can make it there until mid to late November. Are conditions generally still good there at that time of year? 2. I will be diving with my two boys, ages 10 and 13. Is the Casino Point Dive park worth diving at the junior depth limits (40 feet/12 meters)
Thanks for any info!

Catalina island dive locations

Hello fellow water lovers, I’m currently planning a trip to Catalina in early January and wanted a little more insight on the prospect locations: casino point dive park, lovers cove, and two harbors. I’m looking for kelp, leopards(too cold? Idk), descent depth(~20m), and if possible a wreck. I’ll also mention that for this trip I will be freediving(hope I can post this here). Please feel free to share any information about the island, dive related or not it will be appreciated.

Looking for a good dives in LA area.

Diving in California

I'm going to be in California, initially LA, but can travel almost anywhere at the end of July. As I am with a wife and kid and only I dive it will need to be with a guide. Can anyone recommend some shops that rent equipment and organize dives? Any favorite spots?
It's going to be end of July, I have rescue diver cert.

Catalina Diving, great shot of the Casino pre-dive

New diver seeks SoCal buddy

I'm a newly certified diver planning to dive at Casino Point on Catalina Island this Saturday. My buddy says he won't know if he can go until last minute, and I would like a little more solid plan since this may be the last chance I get to dive for some time. This would be my fist dive since certification, so looking for someone willing to take it slow while I get comfortable in my new gear. Anyone willing and able to do this dive?

Viz reported GREAT with giant white sea bass in residence at Casino Point...

I'm taking the Catalina Express to Casino Point, Avalon, Catalina, CA. Thursday because viz is reported great and the GSBs are said to be hanging out. I'm diving dry in a DUI Yukon. If you're so inspired and see me, say hi.
Pix to follow.......

Need some advice for diving Catalina Island!

I'm planning a trip to Catalina with a group for two days, one night. What would be the best way to get the biggest bang for the buck? From what I've researched, it seems that Casino Point is the only site available for shore diving, although a good one which is why I'm leaning towards that dive site. Would you recommend a different area? What are the best hotels in the area? Also, in your opinion what is the best way of getting to the island?

Any OC Recreational Divers?

I'm attending my first day of class toward getting International certified to SCUBA - wondering if there are any Redditors that dive locally pretty regularly. This is something I can see myself really getting into (but damn it's pricey!)

The Tranquil Forrest of Catalina Casino

This was my first dive after doing my Open Water and a single fun dive in Monterrey which was not smooth and calm at all. The Casino Point at Catalina was truly magical.
https://reddit.com/link/bzwlv1/video/kmvbgv5qqz331/player

So Cal and Catalina spots

Getting into the sport and just finished up near Children's Pool in La Jolla this weekend and looking for more. Few questions: 1) is crystal cove near Laguna still fishable? 2) anyone scuba spear or just free dive? Any pointers? 3) where can we spear fish in Catalina? I know the dive park at casino point is no take (right?) but anywhere else in Avalon? 4) any other great spots to hit up if coming from the IE (so OC, south LA and SD beaches)

Catalina diving off the beaten path..or Channel?

Looking to do a single day of diving next week---I just saw a map with dozens of dive sites all around Catalina Island, but all anyone ever talks about or offers guided trips to on their websites is Casino Point....I want to dive in some kelp, but I'd rather go off the beaten path. Solo diver, need to hire gear and a guide. Is Casino Point really that great? Anyone have any recommendations for other sites? Or are the Channel Islands any cooler?

diving casino point catalina video

Diving Catalina's scuba diving programs have something for everyone, from the experienced diver to the complete novice. Our professional Dive Instructors and Dive Guides will help you explore and discover the undersea beauty of Casino Point that diving in Catalina offers.. Diving Catalina offers a variety of services ranging from Introductory Dives for those who have never tried scuba diving ... The Casino Point Dive Park is open. Casino Point Dive Park: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily . 126 Catalina St: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; noon to 4 p.m. M-F. Our pier location is closed at this time. Click here to read PADI's recommendations for preventing COVID-19 transmission. Casino Point Dive Park The Casino Point Underwater Park is located next to the world-famous Casino Building. First established in 1962, this park is the first nonprofit underwater park in the country (and maybe the world), and offers the best shore diving in California! To make entry and exit in and out of the water as easy… With no prior experience, enjoy the amazing reefs of Avalon, CA with our Catalina Island scuba diving experience. Call us today at (310) 510-3175. You can check with Catalina Divers Supply to see if it's open when you'll be there by calling 1-800-353-0330. You'll find Diver Storage Lockers & Rest Rooms at the Casino as well. The Ocean access at Casino Point is extremely easy now that the steps have been added at the entry point. The Casino Point Underwater Park was designed in 1962 and formally established in 1965. Carl & Maggie Koehler, the original owners of Catalina Divers Supply, were the original designers. CDS continues to be a steward of the park, a responsibility we take very seriously. Casino Point, Avalon, Catalina Island Explore the best dive sites in Santa Catalina Island, California with our interactive map. Share your own diving experiences & keep track of your dives online! One of those locations is the Avalon Underwater Park at Casino Point on Catalina Island. It seems to exist just for the pure enjoyment of diving even though it was created as a Marine Preserve. The City of Avalon has gone to great measures to make this spot as diver friendly as possible. They even added stairs that descend right into the water to make entries and exits as easy as possible ... The most common method is aboard the Catalina Express – a short ferry ride with daily operations to Avalon. After just a short walk from the dock you can experience one of the most unique and accessible diving spots in California: Casino Point Dive Park. Catalina Island is known for its breath-taking crystal-clear waters and offers divers ... If you have friends visiting from out of town that would enjoy a quick look at what Southern California diving has to offer, consider a trip to Catalina’s Avalon Underwater Park. You’ll find a lush kelp forest, mini-walls, pinnacles, sand flats, even a few small wrecks, and an abundance of marine life. It’ a “sampler platter” of California Channel Islands diving. Avalon is a ...

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"Gentle Giants" video of my recent day of diving at Casino Point in Catalina

Very chill and quiet day yesterday at Catalina's Casino Point dive park.....

GUE Conference Diving at Casino Point, Catalina Island

Catalina Casino Point dive report - Aug 27, 2011 [PICS]

Today's Casino Point Dive Pics (Catalina Island, CA 7.2.11)

Giant Pacific Sea Bass at Channel Island

Dove Catalina yesterday. Saw a giant sea bass, which is 1 of ~500 left in the world. This thing is massive!

Sway with the sea in Catalina, CA

Weird scnerio I just thought of