Willie & Dredge 7/2/06

[DiveCaptDean]

it certainly depends on who you dive with......a couple of the milwauke boats are larger and have plenty of warm cabin room.....a couple dont....nordic diver and len-derhave warmth..you will prep all gear on the dock and then load it...you will board in clothes and then put on your suit as you are headding out..if you dive dry..you may put it on at the dock..depending on the day...the captain and crew will let you know when to suit up..if you let them know that you are a new big lake diver....if wet, you may want to bring a thermos of hot water to pour into your suit just prior to getting in the water...for most wet divers....two dives will be enough for you for that day..you will be cold.....bring a towel...and sweat pants/ shirt etc.....the ride out and back is roughly 1/2 hr on the two previously mentioned dive boats......about 4 miles at 8 to 10 knots...the wind back in can get cold..so dress for it......you will be fine...just try to buddy with someone that has some experience on the big lake..it is not the caribbean nor is it wazee or lannon...at this time of year expect waves of 3ft or so..and be happy with less.....many dive in rougher weather, but i dont hink you belong there if you are asking this question....3 to 4 ft here is much rougher than 3 to 4 in the ocean.  Bring your own drinks and snacks..i am sure that you will find water..maybe soda..and either locorice or charms blow pops...oh yes..jerry willl probably have gold fish, but not always......you will be helped into and out of your gear at the rail...and you will either reverse roll....nordic diver..or giant stride..most of the others...be safe..have fun.........maybe hook up with a  dive shop for a charter.......G/L....i use UW Connection have fun