Markum & Hyde – October 19th

Hyde: It was built in 1945 in Wilmington Delaware and saw service in Atlantic, Pacific and Honolulu.

It’s primary function was to keep waterways open for Naval ship traffic. Because the Hyde was constructed during WWII it was one of a few dredges outfitted with guns, armor, and a gun crew.

Today the Hyde sits upright in 85ft of water 18 miles from Masonboro inlet. It was sunk by NC Division of Marine Fisheries in 1988. The deck is around 65-70 ft.

Markham: Sunk in the fall of 1995, Sitting on her side in 80′ of water, her massive hull stretches to within 40 feet of the surface. The Markham has shown many of us how fast the ocean can make art of iron. Marine life including schools of bait fish, amber jack, mackerels and barracuda, as well as the occasional Sand Tiger Shark, make this dive a must-see!!

Number of Dives on This Charter: 2

Charter Cost: $130

LE — Less Experienced: Open Water Certified with less than 10 North/South Carolina boat dives.

Divers can earn their Advanced Open Water Certification or Wreck Specialty Certification on this dive charter.

Reserve your seat with a $50 deposit or call at (919) 341-2787.