Next, Brian, Kenny and I traveled to Manistique, MI to dive on the wreck of the Carl D. Bradley.  Brian and I had been there two years ago, but this was Kenny's first trip.  The Bradley is the second-largest shipwreck in the Great Lakes--only the Fitzgerald is larger.  The Bradley is 623 feet long and sits upright on the bottom, intact except for the break forward of the stern in the cargo hold area.  We got three dives, ranging from 290 to 350 feet.  We got blown out the last day, just like two years ago.  I've got some awesome video that I'll share with you when I get it up on You Tube.

  

   Two weeks later, Tom and I traveled to Guadalupe Island off the west coast of the Baja to dive with Great White Sharks.  Even though I've dived with lots of sharks all over the world, this was the most awesome shark experience ever!  The sheer size, power and grace of these animals is impossible to describe in words, especially when they're close enough to reach out and touch.  Got some great video here, too, that I'll share later.  The trip wasn't easy.  We endured 20-21 hours of heavy seas both ways from Ensenada to Guadalupe Island (187 miles) .

   While we were in Mexico, Brian escorted a group to Lake Oahe for a spearfishing trip.  Word is, that the fish were everywhere and that everyone had a great time.  Congratulations to Lisa (only lady on the trip) for shooting the biggest Walleye.