USS Kittiwake dive - Versionsgeschichte

Planet3grip um 09:14, 11. Mär. 2013

2013-03-11T09:14:36Z

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-	This is a great ~~wreck~~ dive in grand cayman and one of the best in the caribbean The USS Kittiwake ~~was reefed~~ a ~~little over one year~~ and the ~~dive~~ site is ~~maturing very~~ well. The ship has five decks, is a little over76 meters in length amd 12 meters in beam and ~~approximately~~ 50 feet high. The vessel was ~~built~~ for submarine rescue and was launched on July 10, 1945 and she was reefed in Grand Cayman on January 5, 2011.	+	This is a great shipwreck dive in grand cayman and one of the best in the caribbean The USS Kittiwake has been on the reef for a about 18 months ago and the site is aging well. The ship has five decks, is a little over76 meters in length amd 12 meters in beam and around 50 feet high. The vessel was designated specifically for submarine rescue and was launched on July 10, 1945 and she was reefed in Grand Cayman in January 2011.

-	The following is ~~a description~~ of the dive, ~~some~~ history and other ~~data regarding~~ the ~~vessel~~ and an ~~guide~~ of what ~~you~~ can find on the ~~shipwreck~~. ~~Review~~ the ~~entire~~ [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the ~~website~~ and/or see the ~~internet blogsite article~~ for the [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ USS Kittiwake] for additional data on the ~~wreck plus~~ a history of the ship.	+	The following is an overview of the dive, a little history and other information on the subject of the shipwreck and an synopsis of what one can find on the wreck. You can see the complete [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the web site and/or see the blog entry for the [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ USS Kittiwake] for additional data on the shipwreck along with a history about the ship.

-	~~What you will find on the~~ Dive:	+	The Dive:

	The ship was reefed In january 2011 off the north end of Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman.		The ship was reefed In january 2011 off the north end of Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman.

-	There are 5 decks on the 47 foot tall [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Wcb0w0RopvI USS Kittiwake]. A portion of the upper ~~part of the ship~~ was removed ~~to meet cayman requirements~~ The are two bridges on the upper decks along with the ~~navigation and~~ radio ~~rooms~~. The sonar ~~was also~~ removed. The Captain and XO's quarters are also on the upper decks.	+	There are 5 decks on the 47 foot tall [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Wcb0w0RopvI USS Kittiwake]. To meet caymanian requirements for wrecks, a portion of the upper mast was removed. The are two bridges on the upper decks (both an external and internal bridge to allow operations in heavy seas) along with the radio and navigation room. The sonar has been removed from the ship. The Captain and executive officer's quarters are also on the upper decks.

-	On the main deck, from bow to stern, internally you will find the ~~mess hall~~, ~~toolshop, recompression chambers and~~ rec room. You will ~~note the~~ large [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000nrOSPnFJRtU a-frame structure] on the stern that ~~supported submarines and hard hat~~ divers, ~~as well as~~ the diving bell ~~where divers would enter~~ to ~~return~~ to the ship ~~from the ocean~~ and then ~~be placed in~~ the chambers ~~for decompression.~~	+	On the main deck, from bow to stern, internally you will find a number of different rooms or work areas including the recompresson chambers, the rec room and toolshop. You will also see a large [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000nrOSPnFJRtU a-frame structure] on the stern that rescue divers, along with the diving bell which was used to bring back divers to the ship and then to the recompression chambers

-	~~Below the main deck~~, ~~2 decks exist that include~~ the ~~crews quarter, medic/hospital station,~~ engine and ~~propulsion rooms~~,[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000QmV9jUuDJyQ air bank storage] and compressors, as well as the steering gear, shaft, gyro, ammunition lockers, cold storage and barber shop to name a few areas. While ~~the USS Kittiwake has been opened up with~~ big[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000evHtkg3GaYQ access holes] ~~in the sides~~ of the ~~ship, every~~ space on the ~~ship~~ was used ~~while~~ in service.	+	The crews quarters, the engine room and medical facilities are located below the main deck along with ,[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000QmV9jUuDJyQ air bank storage] and compressors, as well as the steering gear, shaft, gyro, ammunition lockers, cold storage and barber shop to name a few areas. While there are now a number of big[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000evHtkg3GaYQ access holes] both vertically and horizontally, all of the space on the vessel was used when she was in service.

-	Be sure to ~~chart~~ your dive ~~well~~. I would recommend heading to the stern prior to ~~entry~~ into the ~~vessel~~ to ~~take~~ pictures ~~near~~ the[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000MlfKl.47lgI "USS Kittiwake" logo] on the ~~stern~~ and ~~also~~ get photos by the ~~screw (~~propeller~~) and rudder~~. For ~~Scuba~~ Divers that intend on penetrating the ~~wreck~~, ~~after~~ you ~~leave the stern~~ make your way to the top of the ship and ~~enter via~~ the funnel ~~that~~ is on on the Bridge Deck. If you do not intend on penetrating the shipwreck you ~~can begin~~ your ~~exploration~~ on the deck just above the Screw..	+	Make sure to plan your dive adequately. I would recommend heading to the stern prior to entering into the shipwreck to get pictures around the[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000MlfKl.47lgI "USS Kittiwake" logo] on the the backof the ship and in addition get photos by the propeller. For Divers that intend on penetrating the shipwreck, you can then make your way to the top of the ship and go into the funnel which is on on the Bridge Deck. If you do not intend on penetrating the shipwreck you should start your investigation of the ship on the main deck just above the Screw..

-	The ~~main~~ [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM funnel entry makes an excellent underwater photograph] ~~and I would suggest taking the photo looking up from the bottom of the funnel to the top of the funnel~~. ~~I would suggest~~ silhouetting ~~one of~~ your dive ~~buddies~~ diving down into the ~~wreck~~. You can exit into the ship on several of the decks including the first platform or in the hold. The hold ~~does not have any exterior exits and~~ should only be entered by advanced divers. When you exit to the first platform you ~~can~~ see the Engineering ~~emblem~~ in the Motor Room section. This ~~area is~~ easily ~~accessible~~ and can be the subject of a very good underwater ~~photograph~~ close to the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The sediment ~~may~~ be ~~substantial at~~ this ~~point~~ so you ~~should~~ move ~~slowly~~ to prevent ~~stirring~~ up the ~~sediment~~. For advanced divers you ~~should~~ also check out shaft alley as well as the front hold ~~regions~~ of the shipwreck. For others you can ~~explore~~ a variety of ~~compartments~~ on the first platform and then start going up ~~one~~ deck ~~at a time~~ and then finally arriving at the Bridge (Pilot House) where you can do you safety stop as it is at about 5 to 6 meters or 15 to 18 feet.	+	The [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM funnel entry makes an excellent underwater photograph] . try silhouetting your dive partner in the shaft diving down into the shipwreck. You can exit into the ship on several of the decks including the first platform or in the hold. The cargo hold should only be entered by experienced advanced divers. When you exit to the first platform you will be able to see the Engineering logo in the Motor Room section. This section can be accessed easily and can be the subject of a very good underwater photo close to the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The sediment can be heavy in this location so you must move gradually to prevent clouding up the water. For advanced wreck divers you can also check out shaft alley as well as the front hold areas of the shipwreck. For others you can check out a variety of areas on the first platform and then start going up deck by deck and then finally arriving at the Bridge (Pilot House) where you can do you safety stop as it is at about 5 to 6 meters or 15 to 18 feet.

-	~~Check out images~~ of additional [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Shipwrecks/G0000OtMyTETA74I/ shipwrecks] on http://www.stevenwsmeltzer.com or visit his [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ blog] for reviews of specific ~~wrecks~~.	+	Review photos of additional [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Shipwrecks/G0000OtMyTETA74I/ shipwrecks] on http://www.stevenwsmeltzer.com or visit his [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ blog] for reviews of specific shipwrecks.

Othacart04 um 06:41, 5. Feb. 2013

2013-02-05T06:41:48Z

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-	This is ~~the top shipwreck~~ dive in ~~Grand Cayman~~ and one of the ~~top ten~~ in the ~~Caribbean.~~ The USS Kittiwake ~~has been on the reef for~~ a ~~less than two years ago~~ and the site is ~~aging~~ well. The ship has five decks, is a little over76 meters in length amd 12 meters in beam and ~~around~~ 50 feet high. The vessel was built ~~specifically~~ for ~~performing~~ submarine ~~rescues~~ and was launched on July 10, 1945 and ~~which~~ was ~~sunk~~ in Grand Cayman on January 5, 2011.	+	This is a great wreck dive in grand cayman and one of the best in the caribbean The USS Kittiwake was reefed a little over one year and the dive site is maturing very well. The ship has five decks, is a little over76 meters in length amd 12 meters in beam and approximately 50 feet high. The vessel was built for submarine rescue and was launched on July 10, 1945 and she was reefed in Grand Cayman on January 5, 2011.

-	~~This article provides an overview~~ of ~~what to expect on~~ the dive some history and other ~~information~~ regarding the ~~shipwreck~~ and an ~~overview~~ of what you ~~will see~~ on the shipwreck. ~~You can see~~ the ~~complete~~ [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the website and see the internet blogsite article for the [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ USS Kittiwake] for ~~supplementary information~~ on the wreck ~~and~~ a history ~~about~~ the ship.	+	The following is a description of the dive, some history and other data regarding the vessel and an guide of what you can find on the shipwreck. Review the entire [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the website and/or see the internet blogsite article for the [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ USS Kittiwake] for additional data on the wreck plus a history of the ship.

-	~~The~~ Dive ~~site~~:	+	What you will find on the Dive:

-	The ~~boat~~ was ~~sunk January 5,~~ 2011 off the north end of Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman.	+	The ship was reefed In january 2011 off the north end of Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman.

-	There are ~~five~~ decks on the [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Wcb0w0RopvI USS Kittiwake]. ~~Externally,~~ the ~~crow's nest, mast and large stern a-frame have been cut down and remounted~~ to ~~make her height suitable for Cayman waters.~~ The are two bridges on the upper decks ~~(both an external and internal bridge to allow operations in heavy seas)~~ along with the radio ~~and navigation room~~. The sonar ~~has been~~ removed ~~from the ship~~. The Captain and XO's quarters are ~~located~~ on the upper decks	+	There are 5 decks on the 47 foot tall [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Wcb0w0RopvI USS Kittiwake]. A portion of the upper part of the ship was removed to meet cayman requirements The are two bridges on the upper decks along with the navigation and radio rooms. The sonar was also removed. The Captain and XO's quarters are also on the upper decks.

-	On the main deck, from bow to stern, internally you will find the ~~rec room,~~ mess hall, ~~ironing room~~, ~~small tool workshop and~~ recompression chambers.. You will ~~see an~~ [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000nrOSPnFJRtU a-frame structure] on the stern that supported submarines and hard hat divers, as well as the diving bell where divers would enter to return to the ship from the ocean and then be placed in the chambers for decompression.	+	On the main deck, from bow to stern, internally you will find the mess hall, toolshop, recompression chambers and rec room. You will note the large [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000nrOSPnFJRtU a-frame structure] on the stern that supported submarines and hard hat divers, as well as the diving bell where divers would enter to return to the ship from the ocean and then be placed in the chambers for decompression.

-	~~The crews quarters~~, the engine ~~room~~ and ~~medical facilities are located below the main deck along with~~ ,[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000QmV9jUuDJyQ air bank storage] and compressors, as well as ammunition lockers, cold storage, barber shop ~~and other~~ areas. While the USS Kittiwake has been opened up with ~~large~~[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000evHtkg3GaYQ access holes] in the sides of the ship, ~~all of the~~ space on the ship was ~~utilized~~ while in service.	+	Below the main deck, 2 decks exist that include the crews quarter, medic/hospital station, engine and propulsion rooms,[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000QmV9jUuDJyQ air bank storage] and compressors, as well as the steering gear, shaft, gyro, ammunition lockers, cold storage and barber shop to name a few areas. While the USS Kittiwake has been opened up with big[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000evHtkg3GaYQ access holes] in the sides of the ship, every space on the ship was used while in service.

-	~~Make it a point~~ to ~~plan~~ your dive well. ~~One approach~~ would be to ~~begin at~~ the stern prior to ~~entering~~ into the ~~shipwreck~~ to take ~~photos around~~ the[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000MlfKl.47lgI "USS Kittiwake" logo] on the ~~the backof the ship~~ and ~~in addition~~ get ~~photographs~~ by the screw (propeller) and rudder. For Divers that ~~plan~~ on ~~entering~~ the ~~shipwreck~~, after you leave the stern make your way to the top of the ship and ~~go into~~ the funnel that is on on the ~~Top~~ Deck. ~~Should~~ you not intend on penetrating the ~~wreck~~ you ~~may~~ begin your ~~investigation of the ship~~ on the deck just above the ~~Propeller~~.	+	Be sure to chart your dive well. I would recommend heading to the stern prior to entry into the vessel to take pictures near the[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000MlfKl.47lgI "USS Kittiwake" logo] on the stern and also get photos by the screw (propeller) and rudder. For Scuba Divers that intend on penetrating the wreck, after you leave the stern make your way to the top of the ship and enter via the funnel that is on on the Bridge Deck. If you do not intend on penetrating the shipwreck you can begin your exploration on the deck just above the Screw..

-	The main [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM funnel entry ~~can be a great location for~~ underwater ~~photography~~] . ~~try~~ silhouetting your dive ~~partner in the shaft~~ diving down into the ~~shipwreck~~. You can exit into the ship on several of the decks including the first platform or in the ~~cargo~~ hold. The ~~cargo~~ hold should only be entered by ~~experienced~~ advanced divers. When you exit to the first platform you ~~will~~ see the Engineering ~~logo~~ in the Motor Room section. This ~~section can be accessed~~ easily and can be the subject of a ~~incredibly interesting~~ underwater photograph ~~near~~ the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The sediment ~~can~~ be substantial in this ~~location~~ so you ~~need to~~ move slowly to ~~avoid~~ stirring up the sediment. For ~~experienced wreck~~ divers you ~~can~~ also ~~explore~~ shaft alley as well as the ~~forward~~ hold regions of the ~~ship~~. For others you ~~may~~ explore a variety of compartments on the first platform and ~~after that~~ start ~~making your way~~ up deck ~~by deck~~ and then finally arriving at the Bridge (Pilot House) where you can do ~~your~~ safety stop.	+	The main [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM funnel entry makes an excellent underwater photograph] and I would suggest taking the photo looking up from the bottom of the funnel to the top of the funnel. I would suggest silhouetting one of your dive buddies diving down into the wreck. You can exit into the ship on several of the decks including the first platform or in the hold. The hold does not have any exterior exits and should only be entered by advanced divers. When you exit to the first platform you can see the Engineering emblem in the Motor Room section. This area is easily accessible and can be the subject of a very good underwater photograph close to the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The sediment may be substantial at this point so you should move slowly to prevent stirring up the sediment. For advanced divers you should also check out shaft alley as well as the front hold regions of the shipwreck. For others you can explore a variety of compartments on the first platform and then start going up one deck at a time and then finally arriving at the Bridge (Pilot House) where you can do you safety stop as it is at about 5 to 6 meters or 15 to 18 feet.

-	Check out ~~photographs~~ of additional [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Shipwrecks/G0000OtMyTETA74I/ shipwrecks] on http://www.stevenwsmeltzer.com or visit his [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ blog] for ~~critiques~~ of specific ~~shipwrecks~~.	+	Check out images of additional [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Shipwrecks/G0000OtMyTETA74I/ shipwrecks] on http://www.stevenwsmeltzer.com or visit his [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ blog] for reviews of specific wrecks.

Bandfrench52 um 03:02, 1. Feb. 2013

2013-02-01T03:02:49Z

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-	This is the top ~~wreck~~ dive in Grand Cayman and one of the ~~best~~ in the Caribbean. The USS Kittiwake ~~which was sunk~~ a ~~little over one year~~ and the ~~dive~~ site is ~~maturing very~~ well. The ~~shipwreck~~ has five decks, is a little over76 meters in length amd 12 meters in beam and around 50 feet high. The vessel was ~~designated~~ specifically for performing submarine rescues and was launched on July 10, 1945 and ~~she~~ was ~~reefed~~ in Grand Cayman on January 5, 2011.	+	This is the top shipwreck dive in Grand Cayman and one of the top ten in the Caribbean. The USS Kittiwake has been on the reef for a less than two years ago and the site is aging well. The ship has five decks, is a little over76 meters in length amd 12 meters in beam and around 50 feet high. The vessel was built specifically for performing submarine rescues and was launched on July 10, 1945 and which was sunk in Grand Cayman on January 5, 2011.

-	This article provides ~~a description~~ of what to expect on the dive some history ~~about the ship~~ and other ~~data~~ regarding the ~~vessel~~ and an ~~synopsis~~ of what ~~one can find~~ on the ~~wreck~~. You can see the ~~entire~~ [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the ~~web site~~ and~~/or~~ see the internet blogsite ~~entry~~ for the [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ USS Kittiwake] for ~~additional data~~ on the wreck ~~along with~~ a history of the ship.	+	This article provides an overview of what to expect on the dive some history and other information regarding the shipwreck and an overview of what you will see on the shipwreck. You can see the complete [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the website and see the internet blogsite article for the [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ USS Kittiwake] for supplementary information on the wreck and a history about the ship.

-	~~What you will find on the~~ Dive:	+	The Dive site:

-	The ~~vessel~~ was sunk ~~In january~~ 2011 off the ~~west side of the island at the~~ end of Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman.	+	The boat was sunk January 5, 2011 off the north end of Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman.

-	There are five decks on the [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Wcb0w0RopvI USS Kittiwake]. ~~A portion of~~ the ~~upper part of the ship was removed~~ to ~~meet cayman requirements~~ The are two bridges on the upper decks (both an external and internal bridge to allow operations in heavy seas) along with the radio and navigation room. The sonar ~~was also~~ removed from the ship. The Captain and XO's quarters are located on the upper decks	+	There are five decks on the [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Wcb0w0RopvI USS Kittiwake]. Externally, the crow's nest, mast and large stern a-frame have been cut down and remounted to make her height suitable for Cayman waters. The are two bridges on the upper decks (both an external and internal bridge to allow operations in heavy seas) along with the radio and navigation room. The sonar has been removed from the ship. The Captain and XO's quarters are located on the upper decks

-	~~The~~ main deck ~~contains~~ the mess hall, ~~toolshop~~, recompression chambers ~~and rec room~~. You will see an [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000nrOSPnFJRtU a-frame structure] on the stern that ~~rescue~~ divers, as well as the diving bell where divers would enter to return to the ship from the ocean and then be placed in the chambers for decompression.	+	On the main deck, from bow to stern, internally you will find the rec room, mess hall, ironing room, small tool workshop and recompression chambers.. You will see an [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000nrOSPnFJRtU a-frame structure] on the stern that supported submarines and hard hat divers, as well as the diving bell where divers would enter to return to the ship from the ocean and then be placed in the chambers for decompression.

-	The crews quarters, the engine room and medical facilities are located below the main deck along with ,[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000QmV9jUuDJyQ air bank storage] and compressors, as well as ammunition lockers, cold storage, barber shop and other areas. While ~~there are now a number of~~ large[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000evHtkg3GaYQ access holes] in the sides of the ship, all of the space on the ship was utilized ~~when the boat was~~ in service.	+	The crews quarters, the engine room and medical facilities are located below the main deck along with ,[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000QmV9jUuDJyQ air bank storage] and compressors, as well as ammunition lockers, cold storage, barber shop and other areas. While the USS Kittiwake has been opened up with large[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000evHtkg3GaYQ access holes] in the sides of the ship, all of the space on the ship was utilized while in service.

-	Make ~~sure~~ to ~~chart~~ your dive well. One approach would be to begin at the stern ~~before~~ entering into the ~~ship~~ to ~~get pictures~~ around the[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000MlfKl.47lgI "USS Kittiwake" logo] on the the backof the ship and in addition get photographs by the screw (propeller) and rudder. For ~~Scuba~~ Divers that ~~intend~~ on entering the shipwreck, you ~~can then~~ make your way to the top of the ship ~~then~~ go into the funnel that is ~~located~~ on the ~~Bridge~~ Deck. If you do not intend on penetrating the ~~shipwreck~~ you may begin your investigation of the ship on the deck just above the Propeller.	+	Make it a point to plan your dive well. One approach would be to begin at the stern prior to entering into the shipwreck to take photos around the[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000MlfKl.47lgI "USS Kittiwake" logo] on the the backof the ship and in addition get photographs by the screw (propeller) and rudder. For Divers that plan on entering the shipwreck, after you leave the stern make your way to the top of the ship and go into the funnel that is on on the Top Deck. Should you not intend on penetrating the wreck you may begin your investigation of the ship on the deck just above the Propeller.

-	The [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM ~~entry through the~~ funnel ~~makes an excellent~~ underwater ~~photograph~~] . try silhouetting your dive partner in the shaft diving down into the shipwreck. You can exit into the ship on several of the decks including the first platform or in the cargo hold. The hold ~~does not have any exterior exits and~~ should only be entered by advanced divers. On the first platform you will see the Engineering logo in the Motor Room section. This ~~area is~~ easily ~~accessible~~ and can be the subject of a ~~extremely~~ interesting underwater photograph near the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The sediment can be ~~heavy here~~ so you ~~must~~ move slowly to ~~prevent~~ stirring up the sediment. For experienced divers you can also explore shaft alley ~~and~~ the forward hold regions of the ship. For others you may ~~check out~~ a variety of compartments on the first platform and ~~then~~ start ~~going~~ up ~~one~~ deck ~~at a time~~ and then finally ~~coming to~~ the Bridge (Pilot House) where you can do ~~you~~ safety stop ~~as it is at about 5 to 6 meters or 15 to 18 feet~~.	+	The main [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM funnel entry can be a great location for underwater photography] . try silhouetting your dive partner in the shaft diving down into the shipwreck. You can exit into the ship on several of the decks including the first platform or in the cargo hold. The cargo hold should only be entered by experienced advanced divers. When you exit to the first platform you will see the Engineering logo in the Motor Room section. This section can be accessed easily and can be the subject of a incredibly interesting underwater photograph near the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The sediment can be substantial in this location so you need to move slowly to avoid stirring up the sediment. For experienced wreck divers you can also explore shaft alley as well as the forward hold regions of the ship. For others you may explore a variety of compartments on the first platform and after that start making your way up deck by deck and then finally arriving at the Bridge (Pilot House) where you can do your safety stop.

-	Check out ~~photos~~ of ~~other~~ [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Shipwrecks/G0000OtMyTETA74I/ shipwrecks] on http://www.stevenwsmeltzer.com or visit his [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ blog] for ~~evaluations~~ of specific ~~wrecks~~.	+	Check out photographs of additional [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Shipwrecks/G0000OtMyTETA74I/ shipwrecks] on http://www.stevenwsmeltzer.com or visit his [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ blog] for critiques of specific shipwrecks.

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-	This is ~~a great shipwreck~~ dive in ~~grand cayman~~ and one of the best in the ~~caribbean~~ The USS Kittiwake ~~has been on the reef for~~ a ~~about 18 months ago~~ and the dive site is ~~aging~~ well. The ~~ship~~ has five decks, is a little over76 meters in length amd 12 meters in beam and around 50 feet high. The ~~ship~~ was designated specifically for submarine ~~rescue~~ and was launched on July 10, 1945 and she was reefed in Grand Cayman in January 2011.	+	This is the top wreck dive in Grand Cayman and one of the best in the Caribbean. The USS Kittiwake which was sunk a little over one year and the dive site is maturing very well. The shipwreck has five decks, is a little over76 meters in length amd 12 meters in beam and around 50 feet high. The vessel was designated specifically for performing submarine rescues and was launched on July 10, 1945 and she was reefed in Grand Cayman on January 5, 2011.

-	This article provides a description of what to expect on the dive some history and ~~information concerning~~ the ~~shipwreck~~ and an synopsis of what ~~you will see~~ on the ~~shipwreck~~. ~~Plese~~ see the entire [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the ~~website~~ and see the internet blogsite ~~article~~ for the [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ USS Kittiwake] for ~~more information~~ on the ~~shipwreck and~~ a history of the ship.	+	This article provides a description of what to expect on the dive some history about the ship and other data regarding the vessel and an synopsis of what one can find on the wreck. You can see the entire [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the web site and/or see the internet blogsite entry for the [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ USS Kittiwake] for additional data on the wreck along with a history of the ship.

	What you will find on the Dive:		What you will find on the Dive:

-	The ~~ship~~ was sunk In january 2011 off the west side of the island at the end of Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman.	+	The vessel was sunk In january 2011 off the west side of the island at the end of Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman.

-	There are five decks on the [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Wcb0w0RopvI USS Kittiwake]. A portion of the upper part of the ship was removed to meet cayman requirements The are two bridges on the upper decks along with the radio and navigation room. The sonar was also removed from the ship. The Captain and XO's quarters are ~~also~~ on the upper decks.	+	There are five decks on the [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Wcb0w0RopvI USS Kittiwake]. A portion of the upper part of the ship was removed to meet cayman requirements The are two bridges on the upper decks (both an external and internal bridge to allow operations in heavy seas) along with the radio and navigation room. The sonar was also removed from the ship. The Captain and XO's quarters are located on the upper decks

-	~~On the~~ main deck~~, from bow to stern, internally you will find~~ the ~~rec room,~~ mess hall, ~~ironing room~~, ~~small tool workshop and~~ recompression chambers.. You will ~~also~~ see ~~a large~~ [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000nrOSPnFJRtU a-frame structure] on the stern ~~which~~ rescue divers, ~~along with~~ the diving bell where divers would enter to return to the ship from the ocean and then be placed in the chambers for decompression.	+	The main deck contains the mess hall, toolshop, recompression chambers and rec room. You will see an [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000nrOSPnFJRtU a-frame structure] on the stern that rescue divers, as well as the diving bell where divers would enter to return to the ship from the ocean and then be placed in the chambers for decompression.

-	~~Below the main deck~~, ~~2 decks exist that include~~ the ~~crews quarter, medic/hospital station,~~ engine and ~~propulsion rooms~~,[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000QmV9jUuDJyQ air bank storage] and compressors, as well as ~~the steering gear, shaft, gyro,~~ ammunition lockers, cold storage ~~and~~ barber shop ~~to name a few~~ areas. While ~~the USS Kittiwake has been opened up with~~ large[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000evHtkg3GaYQ access holes] in the sides of the ship, all of the space on the ship was ~~used~~ when the boat was in service.	+	The crews quarters, the engine room and medical facilities are located below the main deck along with ,[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000QmV9jUuDJyQ air bank storage] and compressors, as well as ammunition lockers, cold storage, barber shop and other areas. While there are now a number of large[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000evHtkg3GaYQ access holes] in the sides of the ship, all of the space on the ship was utilized when the boat was in service.

-	Make ~~it a point~~ to ~~plan~~ your dive well. I would ~~recommend heading~~ to the stern before ~~entry~~ into the ~~vessel~~ to ~~take~~ pictures around the[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000MlfKl.47lgI "USS Kittiwake" logo] on the ~~stern~~ and ~~also~~ get ~~pictures~~ by the propeller. For Divers that intend on ~~penetrating~~ the shipwreck, you can then make your way to the top of the ship ~~and~~ go into the ~~main~~ funnel that is on on the ~~Top~~ Deck. If you do not ~~plan~~ on penetrating the shipwreck you ~~can~~ begin your ~~exploration~~ on the ~~main~~ deck just above the ~~Screw.~~.	+	Make sure to chart your dive well. One approach would be to begin at the stern before entering into the ship to get pictures around the[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000MlfKl.47lgI "USS Kittiwake" logo] on the the backof the ship and in addition get photographs by the screw (propeller) and rudder. For Scuba Divers that intend on entering the shipwreck, you can then make your way to the top of the ship then go into the funnel that is located on the Bridge Deck. If you do not intend on penetrating the shipwreck you may begin your investigation of the ship on the deck just above the Propeller.

-	The [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM funnel ~~entry~~ makes an excellent underwater photograph] ~~and I would suggest taking the photo looking up from the bottom of the funnel to the top of the funnel~~. ~~I would suggest~~ silhouetting ~~one of~~ your dive ~~buddies~~ diving down into the shipwreck. You can ~~then~~ exit the ~~shaft~~ on the first platform or in the cargo hold. The hold does not have any exterior exits and should only be entered by advanced divers. ~~When you exit to~~ the first platform you ~~can~~ see the Engineering ~~emblem~~ in the Motor Room section. This area is easily accessible and can be a ~~good location for a incredibly good~~ underwater photograph near the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The sediment can be ~~substantial~~ here so you ~~should~~ move slowly to prevent ~~clouding~~ up the ~~water~~. For ~~advanced~~ divers you ~~may~~ also ~~check out~~ shaft alley ~~as well as~~ the forward hold ~~sections~~ of the ~~shipwreck~~. For ~~other divers~~ you ~~can~~ check out a variety of compartments on the first platform and ~~after that~~ start going up one deck at a time and then finally ~~arriving at~~ the Bridge (Pilot House) where you can do you safety stop as it is at about 5 to 6 meters or 15 to 18 feet.	+	The [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM entry through the funnel makes an excellent underwater photograph] . try silhouetting your dive partner in the shaft diving down into the shipwreck. You can exit into the ship on several of the decks including the first platform or in the cargo hold. The hold does not have any exterior exits and should only be entered by advanced divers. On the first platform you will see the Engineering logo in the Motor Room section. This area is easily accessible and can be the subject of a extremely interesting underwater photograph near the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The sediment can be heavy here so you must move slowly to prevent stirring up the sediment. For experienced divers you can also explore shaft alley and the forward hold regions of the ship. For others you may check out a variety of compartments on the first platform and then start going up one deck at a time and then finally coming to the Bridge (Pilot House) where you can do you safety stop as it is at about 5 to 6 meters or 15 to 18 feet.

-	~~Look at~~ photos of ~~additional~~ [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Shipwrecks/G0000OtMyTETA74I/ shipwrecks] on http://www.stevenwsmeltzer.com or visit his [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ blog] for ~~reviews~~ of specific ~~shipwrecks~~.	+	Check out photos of other [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Shipwrecks/G0000OtMyTETA74I/ shipwrecks] on http://www.stevenwsmeltzer.com or visit his [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ blog] for evaluations of specific wrecks.

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This is a great shipwreck dive in grand cayman and one of the best in the caribbean The USS Kittiwake has been on the reef for a about 18 months ago and the dive site is aging well. The ship has five decks, is a little over76 meters in length amd 12 meters in beam and around 50 feet high. The ship was designated specifically for submarine rescue and was launched on July 10, 1945 and she was reefed in Grand Cayman in January 2011.

This article provides a description of what to expect on the dive some history and information concerning the shipwreck and an synopsis of what you will see on the shipwreck. Plese see the entire [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the website and see the internet blogsite article for the [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ USS Kittiwake] for more information on the shipwreck and a history of the ship.

What you will find on the Dive:

The ship was sunk In january 2011 off the west side of the island at the end of Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman.

There are five decks on the [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Wcb0w0RopvI USS Kittiwake]. A portion of the upper part of the ship was removed to meet cayman requirements The are two bridges on the upper decks along with the radio and navigation room. The sonar was also removed from the ship. The Captain and XO's quarters are also on the upper decks.

On the main deck, from bow to stern, internally you will find the rec room, mess hall, ironing room, small tool workshop and recompression chambers.. You will also see a large [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000nrOSPnFJRtU a-frame structure] on the stern which rescue divers, along with the diving bell where divers would enter to return to the ship from the ocean and then be placed in the chambers for decompression.

Below the main deck, 2 decks exist that include the crews quarter, medic/hospital station, engine and propulsion rooms,[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000QmV9jUuDJyQ air bank storage] and compressors, as well as the steering gear, shaft, gyro, ammunition lockers, cold storage and barber shop to name a few areas. While the USS Kittiwake has been opened up with large[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000evHtkg3GaYQ access holes] in the sides of the ship, all of the space on the ship was used when the boat was in service.

Make it a point to plan your dive well. I would recommend heading to the stern before entry into the vessel to take pictures around the[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000MlfKl.47lgI "USS Kittiwake" logo] on the stern and also get pictures by the propeller. For Divers that intend on penetrating the shipwreck, you can then make your way to the top of the ship and go into the main funnel that is on on the Top Deck. If you do not plan on penetrating the shipwreck you can begin your exploration on the main deck just above the Screw..

The [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM funnel entry makes an excellent underwater photograph] and I would suggest taking the photo looking up from the bottom of the funnel to the top of the funnel. I would suggest silhouetting one of your dive buddies diving down into the shipwreck. You can then exit the shaft on the first platform or in the cargo hold. The hold does not have any exterior exits and should only be entered by advanced divers. When you exit to the first platform you can see the Engineering emblem in the Motor Room section. This area is easily accessible and can be a good location for a incredibly good underwater photograph near the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The sediment can be substantial here so you should move slowly to prevent clouding up the water. For advanced divers you may also check out shaft alley as well as the forward hold sections of the shipwreck. For other divers you can check out a variety of compartments on the first platform and after that start going up one deck at a time and then finally arriving at the Bridge (Pilot House) where you can do you safety stop as it is at about 5 to 6 meters or 15 to 18 feet.

Look at photos of additional [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Shipwrecks/G0000OtMyTETA74I/ shipwrecks] on http://www.stevenwsmeltzer.com or visit his [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ blog] for reviews of specific shipwrecks.