Hard to believe but it can be difficult to find a dive buddy when your days off change and the majority of the island has Sunday-Monday as days off. Talked Kyle into going snorkeling again (new to the island and is not certified yet). We went out on North Point; just got out to the channel and was met by a Manta Ray. He saw us and came to check us out; flying up to us and circling several times—I think he was going to let me pet him but changed his mind for some reason. As he was next to me; larger than my outstretched arms—over 7’! Then a large shark came and checked us out—got the blood really pumping! Had at least 3 other sharks come and check us out, did I mention that this was another night dive, where they come in out of the darkness and then disappear. Found a large Lion Fish; spines outstretched, outstanding! Found another worm that loved our lights; he was about ¾” wide and less than a foot long and fuzzy spines sticking out all over! Kyle still not very comfortable with the sharks yet; he kept looking behind all the time. As we neared the shore almost to the stairway, a skinny 3’ shark was buzzing around; got confused and came straight toward my light, changing directions about 15’ before he ran into me. (Didn't take my camera this time)
- Steve Malone
- Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands
- After 35 years as an officer with the Tulsa Police Department, I retired & took a year contract job with the Kwajalein Police Dept. The wife, Scott stayed home to take care of the places and all the critters, while I headed off for my year in a tropical paradise. I am at 90% contract complete now and planning my return to the real world. I have had an amazing time and hope that you enjoy the Atoll, through my Blog. Feel free to email me if you have any questions about my time on the Rock.
