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Michigan. Bernie hasn't invited us back yet but that was probably the best infrastructure support we ever had. I don't think we wanted for anything. We would definitely need more surface support if we go anywhere off-shore.
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Tahoe. I really enjoyed this location as well and it had nice clear water. Infrastructure was a little lacking however, Cliff I remember you traveling quite a distance to find a dive shop to fill tanks and I also recall getting into the water at some locations was a bit expensive. Lacking a sponsor like the University I think we would have to investigate renting a "compound" that has enough land and utilities to support refreshing the subs every night.
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Islamorada. An ocean experience would be nice again. Without the Suhr's property, launchings would be more difficult and we'd either have to use public launches or commercial boat yard. Tows would be required to get any place interesting to dive. Plenty of infrastructure otherwise.
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