Wreck diving Grand Cayman - USS Kittiwak - Versionsgeschichte

Silica13ron um 07:47, 14. Mär. 2013

2013-03-14T07:47:08Z

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-	This is the top wreck dive in Grand Cayman and one of the ~~best~~ in the Caribbean. The USS Kittiwake ~~was reefed~~ a about 18 months ago and the shipwreck site is maturing well. The shipwreck has five decks, is 251.6 ft (76.7 m) in length, 42ft (12.8 m) in beam and ~~around~~ 50 feet high. The ship was designated ~~specifically~~ for submarine rescue and was launched on July 10, 1945 and ~~which~~ was ~~sunk~~ in Grand Cayman on January 5, 2011.	+	This is the top wreck dive in Grand Cayman and one of the top ten in the Caribbean. The USS Kittiwake has been on the reef for a about 18 months ago and the shipwreck site is maturing well. The shipwreck has five decks, is 251.6 ft (76.7 m) in length, 42ft (12.8 m) in beam and about 50 feet high. The ship was designated 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 information ~~about~~ the ~~vessel~~ and an ~~guide~~ of what ~~you~~ 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 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 supplementary data on the shipwreck ~~plus~~ a history about the ship.	+	The following is an overview of the dive, some history and information regarding the ship and an overview of what one can find on the shipwreck. Review the complete [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the website and/or see the blog 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 data on the shipwreck and a history about the ship.

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

-	The ship was reefed ~~January 5,~~ 2011 off the ~~north~~ end of Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman.	+	The ship was reefed 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]. ~~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 ~~navigation and~~ radio ~~rooms~~. The has also been removed from the ship. The Captain and executive officer'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]. 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 along with the radio and navigation room. The has also 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 rec room, mess hall, ironing room, small tool workshop and recompression chambers.. 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, along with the diving bell ~~that was used to bring back~~ divers to the ship and to then ~~move to~~ the ~~recompression~~ chambers	+	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 note the 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 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 ~~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] ~~in the sides~~ of the ~~ship, every~~ space on the vessel 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 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] both vertically and horizontally, all of the space on the vessel was used when the boat was in service.

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

-	The main [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 ~~wreck~~. You can ~~then~~ exit the ~~shaft~~ on the first platform or in the cargo hold. ~~Note the~~ hold ~~deck does not have any exterior exit points and is not recommended for divers that do not have an~~ advanced ~~certification and prior wreck experience~~. ~~When you exit to~~ the first platform you ~~will be able to~~ see the Engineering emblem in the Motor Room section. This area is easily accessible and ~~makes for~~ a ~~especially~~ good underwater ~~photo near~~ the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The ~~sediment can~~ be heavy at this ~~point~~ so you ~~need to~~ move ~~slowly~~ to prevent ~~clouding~~ up the ~~water~~. For ~~experienced~~ divers you ~~may~~ also ~~look at~~ shaft alley ~~and~~ the front hold ~~regions~~ of the ship. For others you ~~can view~~ the various ~~compartments~~ on the first platform and ~~then start going~~ up deck ~~by deck~~ until 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 entry through the funnel 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. On 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 silt may be heavy in this location so you must move gradually to prevent stirring up the sediment. For advanced wreck divers you can also explore shaft alley as well as the front hold sections of the ship. For others you may check out the various areas on the first platform and after that begin making your way up one deck at a time until 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.

-	~~Review images~~ 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 ~~reviews~~ of ~~other shipwrecks~~.	+	Check out 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 evaluations of specific wrecks.

Prison15pike um 02:07, 14. Mär. 2013

2013-03-14T02:07:40Z

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-	This is ~~a great~~ 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 shipwreck site is ~~aging very~~ well. The ~~ship~~ has five decks, is 251.6 ft (76.7 m) in length, 42ft (12.8 m) in beam and around 50 feet high. The ship was designated specifically for ~~performing~~ submarine ~~rescues~~ and was launched on July 10, 1945 and which was sunk 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 was reefed a about 18 months ago and the shipwreck site is maturing well. The shipwreck has five decks, is 251.6 ft (76.7 m) in length, 42ft (12.8 m) in beam and around 50 feet high. The ship was designated specifically for submarine rescue and was launched on July 10, 1945 and which was sunk in Grand Cayman on January 5, 2011.

-	~~This article provides~~ a description of the dive, some history and information about the vessel and an ~~overview~~ of what you ~~will~~ find on the wreck. ~~Review~~ the ~~complete~~ [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 shipwreck ~~and~~ a history of the ship.	+	The following is a description of the dive, some history and information about the vessel and an guide of what you 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 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 supplementary data on the shipwreck plus a history about the ship.

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

-	The ship was reefed ~~In january~~ 2011 off the north end of Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman.	+	The ship was reefed 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 along with the navigation and radio rooms. The ~~sonar was~~ also removed from the ship. The Captain and executive officer'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]. 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 navigation and radio rooms. The has also 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 ~~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 that was used to bring back divers to the ship and to then move to the recompression chambers	+	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 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, along with the diving bell that was used to bring back divers to the ship and to then move 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 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 used when she~~ 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 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] in the sides of the ship, every space on the vessel was utilized while in service.

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

-	The main [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM entry through the funnel ~~can be a great location for~~ underwater ~~photography~~] ~~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 cargo hold. Note the hold deck does not have any exterior exit points and is not recommended for divers that do not have an advanced certification and prior wreck experience. On 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 interesting~~ underwater photo ~~close to~~ the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The sediment can be ~~substantial here~~ so you need to move slowly to prevent ~~stirring~~ up the ~~sediment~~. For experienced divers you ~~can~~ also look at shaft alley and the front hold ~~sections~~ of the ship. For others you ~~may check out~~ the various ~~areas~~ on the first platform and then ~~begin~~ going up deck by deck until 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 main [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 wreck. You can then exit the shaft on the first platform or in the cargo hold. Note the hold deck does not have any exterior exit points and is not recommended for divers that do not have an advanced certification and prior wreck experience. When you exit to the first platform you will be able to see the Engineering emblem in the Motor Room section. This area is easily accessible and makes for a especially good underwater photo near the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The sediment can be heavy at this point so you need to move slowly to prevent clouding up the water. For experienced divers you may also look at shaft alley and the front hold regions of the ship. For others you can view the various compartments on the first platform and then start going up deck by deck until finally arriving at the Bridge (Pilot House) where you can do your safety stop.

-	~~Look at photographs~~ 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 ~~critiques~~ of ~~specific~~ shipwrecks.	+	Review images 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 reviews of other shipwrecks.

Tights01vito um 09:09, 11. Mär. 2013

2013-03-11T09:09:54Z

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-	This is ~~the top~~ wreck 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 shipwreck site is aging very well. The ship has five decks, is ~~a little over76 meters~~ in length ~~amd~~ 12 ~~meters~~ in beam and ~~about~~ 50 feet high. The ~~vessel~~ was ~~built~~ for performing submarine rescues and was launched on July 10, 1945 and ~~she~~ was ~~reefed~~ 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 which was sunk a little over one year and the shipwreck site is aging very well. The ship has five decks, is 251.6 ft (76.7 m) in length, 42ft (12.8 m) in beam and around 50 feet high. The ship was designated specifically for performing submarine rescues and was launched on July 10, 1945 and which was sunk in Grand Cayman in January 2011.

-	~~The following is~~ a description of ~~what to expect on~~ the dive ~~a little~~ history and ~~other~~ information ~~regarding~~ the ~~ship~~ and an overview of what you will find 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 plus~~ a history of the ship.	+	This article provides a description of the dive, some history and information about the vessel and an overview of what you will find on the wreck. Review the complete [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 shipwreck and a history of the ship.

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

-	The ship was ~~sunk January 5,~~ 2011 off the ~~west side of the island at the~~ 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]. ~~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 upper decks ~~accommodate the 2 bridges (both an external and internal bridge to allow operations in heavy seas)~~ along with the navigation and radio rooms. The sonar was also removed. The Captain and executive officer'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 along with the navigation and radio rooms. The sonar was also removed from the ship. The Captain and executive officer's quarters are also on the upper decks.

-	~~The~~ main deck ~~contains the rec room~~, mess hall, ~~ironing room~~, ~~small tool workshop and~~ recompression chambers.. You will ~~note the~~ large [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 that was used to bring back divers to the ship and to then move to the recompression chambers	+	On the main deck, from bow to stern, internally you will find the mess hall, toolshop, recompression chambers and rec room. 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 that was used to bring back divers to the ship and to then move 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 large[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.	+	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 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 used when she was in service.

-	Make ~~it a point~~ to ~~plan~~ your dive ~~well~~. I would recommend heading to the stern before entering into the vessel to take photographs near the[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000MlfKl.47lgI "USS Kittiwake" logo] on the stern and in addition get ~~pictures~~ by the propeller. 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 main funnel ~~that~~ is located on the Bridge Deck. If you do not ~~plan~~ on entering the ~~wreck~~ you can ~~start~~ your investigation of the ship on the main deck just above the ~~Propeller~~.	+	Make sure to lay out your dive adequately. I would recommend heading to the stern before entering into the vessel to take photographs near the[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000MlfKl.47lgI "USS Kittiwake" logo] on the stern and in addition get photographs by the propeller. 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 main funnel which is located on the Bridge Deck. Should you not intend on entering the shipwreck you can begin 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~~] . ~~try~~ silhouetting your dive ~~partner in the shaft~~ diving down into the ~~shipwreck~~. You can ~~then~~ exit the ~~shaft~~ on the first platform or in the cargo hold. Note the hold deck does not have any exterior exit points and is not recommended for divers that do not have an advanced certification and prior wreck experience. On the first platform you will be able to see the Engineering ~~emblem~~ in the Motor Room section. This ~~area is~~ easily ~~accessible~~ and ~~makes for~~ a ~~especially good~~ underwater ~~photograph near~~ the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The ~~silt~~ can be ~~heavy in this location~~ so you ~~should~~ move slowly to ~~avoid~~ stirring up the sediment. For ~~advanced wreck~~ divers you can also look at shaft alley ~~as well as~~ the front hold ~~areas~~ of the ship. For others you may ~~view a variety of compartments~~ on the first platform and then ~~start making your way~~ up ~~one~~ deck ~~at a time~~ until 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 entry through the funnel can be a great location for underwater photography] 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 cargo hold. Note the hold deck does not have any exterior exit points and is not recommended for divers that do not have an advanced certification and prior wreck experience. On 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 interesting underwater photo close to the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The sediment can be substantial here so you need to move slowly to prevent stirring up the sediment. For experienced divers you can also look at shaft alley and the front hold sections of the ship. For others you may check out the various areas on the first platform and then begin going up deck by deck until 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 ~~images~~ 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 ~~other~~ shipwrecks.	+	Look at photographs 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 critiques of specific shipwrecks.

Stonecork51 um 03:17, 27. Feb. 2013

2013-02-27T03:17:29Z

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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 ~~which was sunk~~ a less than two years ago and the shipwreck site is ~~maturing~~ well. The ~~shipwreck~~ has five decks, is ~~251.6 ft (76.7 m)~~ in length~~, 42ft (~~12~~.8 m)~~ in beam and about 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 on January 5, 2011.	+	This is the top wreck 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 shipwreck site is aging very well. The ship has five decks, is a little over76 meters in length amd 12 meters in beam and about 50 feet high. The vessel was built 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 an overview~~ of what to expect on the dive ~~some~~ history and other ~~data concerning~~ the ~~vessel~~ and an ~~guide~~ of what you will find on the ~~wreck~~. ~~Review~~ the ~~entire~~ [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the website 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~~ information on the wreck plus a history of the ship.	+	The following is a description of what to expect on the dive a little history and other information regarding the ship and an overview of what you will find 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 plus a history of the ship.

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

-	The ship was sunk ~~In january~~ 2011 off the ~~north~~ end of Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman.	+	The ship was sunk January 5, 2011 off the west side of the island at the 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]. 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 along with the ~~radio and~~ navigation ~~room~~. The sonar was also removed. The Captain and executive officer'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]. 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 upper decks accommodate the 2 bridges (both an external and internal bridge to allow operations in heavy seas) along with the navigation and radio rooms. The sonar was also removed. The Captain and executive officer's quarters are also 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 ~~which supported submarines and hard hat~~ divers, as well as the diving bell that was used to bring back divers to the ship and to then move to the recompression chambers	+	The main deck contains the rec room, mess hall, ironing room, small tool workshop and recompression chambers.. You will note the large [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 that was used to bring back divers to the ship and to then move 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 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, every space on the ~~vessel~~ was used 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 large[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.

-	~~It is important~~ to plan your dive well. I would recommend heading to the stern before ~~entry~~ into the ~~shipwreck~~ to take photographs ~~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 Scuba Divers that ~~plan~~ on entering the shipwreck, you can then make your way to the top of the ship ~~and~~ go into the funnel ~~which~~ is located on the ~~Top~~ Deck. ~~Should~~ you not plan on entering the wreck you ~~should begin~~ your investigation of the ship on the main deck just above the Propeller.	+	Make it a point to plan your dive well. I would recommend heading to the stern before entering into the vessel to take photographs near the[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000MlfKl.47lgI "USS Kittiwake" logo] on the stern and in addition get pictures by the propeller. 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 main funnel that is located on the Bridge Deck. If you do not plan on entering the wreck you can start your investigation of the ship on the main deck just above the Propeller.

-	The main [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM entry ~~through the funnel~~ 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 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 ~~can~~ see the Engineering emblem in the Motor Room section. This ~~section can be accessed~~ easily and ~~can be the subject of~~ a ~~extremely~~ good underwater ~~photo close to~~ the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The silt can be heavy in this location so you ~~must~~ move ~~gradually~~ to ~~prevent clouding~~ up the ~~water~~. For ~~experienced~~ wreck divers you ~~should~~ also ~~explore~~ shaft alley ~~and~~ the front hold areas of the ship. For others you ~~can check out the assorted areas~~ on the first platform and then ~~begin~~ making your way up deck ~~by deck and then~~ finally coming to 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] . try silhouetting your dive partner in the shaft diving down into the shipwreck. You can then exit the shaft on the first platform or in the cargo hold. Note the hold deck does not have any exterior exit points and is not recommended for divers that do not have an advanced certification and prior wreck experience. On the first platform you will be able to see the Engineering emblem in the Motor Room section. This area is easily accessible and makes for a especially good underwater photograph near the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The silt can be heavy in this location so you should move slowly to avoid stirring up the sediment. For advanced wreck divers you can also look at shaft alley as well as the front hold areas of the ship. For others you may view a variety of compartments on the first platform and then start making your way up one deck at a time until 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.

-	~~Review photographs~~ 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 ~~reviews~~ of ~~specific wrecks~~.	+	Look at images 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 other shipwrecks.

Kasey7eyes um 03:09, 27. Feb. 2013

2013-02-27T03:09:49Z

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-	This is ~~a great wreck~~ 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 very~~ well. The ~~ship~~ has five decks, is ~~a little over76 meters~~ in length ~~amd~~ 12 ~~meters~~ in beam and about 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 shipwreck dive in Grand Cayman and one of the top ten in the Caribbean. The USS Kittiwake which was sunk a less than two years ago and the shipwreck site is maturing well. The shipwreck has five decks, is 251.6 ft (76.7 m) in length, 42ft (12.8 m) in beam and about 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 on January 5, 2011.

-	~~The following is~~ an overview of the dive, some history ~~about the ship~~ and ~~information on the subject of~~ the vessel and an guide 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 blog ~~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 information on the wreck plus a history ~~about~~ the ship.	+	This article provides an overview of what to expect on the dive some history and other data concerning the vessel and an guide of what you will find on the wreck. Review the entire [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the website 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 information on the wreck plus a history of the ship.

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

-	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 ship was sunk 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]. 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 navigation ~~and radio rooms~~. The ~~has~~ also ~~been~~ removed. 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]. 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 along with the radio and navigation room. The sonar was also removed. The Captain and executive officer's quarters are located on the upper decks

-	The main deck contains ~~a number of different rooms or work areas including~~ the ~~recompresson~~ chambers~~, the~~ rec room ~~and toolshop~~. You will ~~note the large~~ [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000nrOSPnFJRtU a-frame structure] on the stern which 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 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 which supported submarines and hard hat divers, as well as the diving bell that was used to bring back divers to the ship and to then move 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] ~~both vertically and horizontally, all~~ of the space on the ~~ship was utilized when the boat~~ was 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 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, every space on the vessel was used while in service.

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

-	The [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM entry through the funnel ~~can be a great location for~~ underwater ~~photography~~] 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 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 ~~very interesting~~ underwater ~~photograph~~ close to the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The ~~sediment~~ can be ~~substantial here~~ so you ~~should~~ move gradually to prevent clouding up the water. For experienced divers you should also ~~check out~~ shaft alley and the front hold areas of the ship. For ~~other divers~~ you ~~may view a variety of~~ areas on the first platform and ~~after that start going~~ up deck by deck ~~until~~ 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 main [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM entry through the funnel 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 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 can see the Engineering emblem in the Motor Room section. This section can be accessed easily and can be the subject of a extremely good underwater photo close to the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The silt can be heavy in this location so you must move gradually to prevent clouding up the water. For experienced wreck divers you should also explore shaft alley and the front hold areas of the ship. For others you can check out the assorted areas on the first platform and then begin making your way up deck by deck and then finally coming to the Bridge (Pilot House) where you can do your safety stop.

-	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 ~~critiques~~ of ~~other~~ wrecks.	+	Review photographs 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 reviews of specific wrecks.

Gilhugh02 um 22:16, 25. Feb. 2013

2013-02-25T22:16:43Z

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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 site is ~~maturing~~ very well. The ship has five decks, is ~~251.6 ft (76.7 m)~~ in length~~, 42ft (~~12~~.8 m)~~ in beam and ~~approximately~~ 50 feet high. The ship was ~~built~~ for ~~performing~~ submarine ~~rescues~~ and was launched on July 10, 1945 and she was reefed 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 has been on the reef for a about 18 months ago and the site is aging very well. The ship has five decks, is a little over76 meters in length amd 12 meters in beam and about 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~~ an overview of the dive, ~~a little~~ history about the ship and ~~other~~ information ~~concerning~~ the vessel and an ~~synopsis~~ of what you will see on the shipwreck. ~~Review~~ the ~~entire~~ [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the website 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 ~~more data~~ on the ~~shipwreck along with~~ a history about the ship.	+	The following is an overview of the dive, some history about the ship and information on the subject of the vessel and an guide 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 blog 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 information on the wreck plus a history about the ship.

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

-	The ~~ship~~ was ~~reefed~~ 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]. 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 along with the navigation and radio rooms. The has also been removed ~~from the ship~~. The Captain and ~~executive officer~~'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]. 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 navigation and radio rooms. The has also been removed. 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 ~~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 which ~~rescue~~ divers, ~~along with~~ the diving bell ~~that was used to retun~~ divers to the ship and then to the ~~recompression~~ chambers	+	The main deck contains a number of different rooms or work areas including the recompresson chambers, the rec room and toolshop. You will note the large [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000nrOSPnFJRtU a-frame structure] on the stern which 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 ~~vessel~~ was ~~used~~ when the boat was 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] both vertically and horizontally, all of the space on the ship was utilized when the boat was in service.

-	Make sure to ~~chart~~ your dive ~~adequately~~. I would ~~recommend heading~~ to the stern before entry 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 ~~pictures~~ by the propeller. For ~~Scuba~~ Divers that ~~plan~~ on entering the ~~wreck~~, ~~after~~ you ~~leave the stern~~ make your way to the top of the ship and go into the ~~main~~ funnel which is on on the Bridge Deck. If you do not ~~intend~~ on entering the ~~wreck~~ you can begin your ~~exploration~~ on the deck just above the Screw..	+	Make sure to plan your dive well. One approach would be to begin at the stern before entry into the vessel to take photographs near the[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000MlfKl.47lgI "USS Kittiwake" logo] on the the backof the ship and also get photographs by the screw (propeller) and rudder. For Divers that intend on entering the shipwreck, you can then make your way to the top of the ship and go into the funnel which is located on the Bridge Deck. Should you not plan on entering the shipwreck you can begin 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 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 hold. The cargo hold should only be entered by experienced advanced divers. On the first platform you will ~~be able to~~ see the Engineering ~~emblem~~ in the Motor Room section. This section can be accessed easily and ~~makes for~~ a ~~extremely~~ interesting underwater ~~photo near~~ the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The ~~silt may~~ be ~~heavy~~ here so you should move ~~slowly~~ to prevent clouding up the water. For experienced divers you should also ~~look at~~ shaft alley ~~as well as~~ the ~~forward~~ hold ~~regions~~ of the ship. For other divers you may ~~explore~~ a variety of ~~compartments~~ on the first platform and after that ~~begin~~ 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.	+	The [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM entry through the funnel can be a great location for underwater photography] 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 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 very interesting underwater photograph close to the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The sediment can be substantial here so you should move gradually to prevent clouding up the water. For experienced divers you should also check out shaft alley and the front hold areas of the ship. For other divers you may view a variety of areas on the first platform and after that start going up deck by deck until 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.

-	Review ~~images~~ 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 critiques of other ~~shipwrecks~~.	+	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 critiques of other wrecks.

Coke05female um 03:39, 25. Feb. 2013

2013-02-25T03:39:05Z

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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 ~~about 18 months ago~~ and the ~~dive~~ site is maturing very well. The ship has five decks, is 251.6 ft (76.7 m) in length, 42ft (12.8 m) in beam and approximately 50 feet high. The ship was built ~~specifically~~ for submarine ~~rescue~~ and was launched on July 10, 1945 and was ~~sunk~~ in Grand Cayman in January 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 site is maturing very well. The ship has five decks, is 251.6 ft (76.7 m) in length, 42ft (12.8 m) in beam and approximately 50 feet high. The ship was built 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 an overview of the dive, a little history and other ~~data on~~ the ~~subject of the ship~~ and an ~~guide~~ of what ~~one can find~~ on the shipwreck. ~~Plese see~~ the ~~complete~~ [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the ~~web site~~ 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 ~~additional information~~ on the ~~wreck plus~~ a history of the ship.	+	This article provides an overview of the dive, a little history about the ship and other information concerning the vessel and an synopsis of what you will see on the shipwreck. Review the entire [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the website 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 more data on the shipwreck along with a history about the ship.

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

-	The ~~vessel~~ was reefed ~~January 5,~~ 2011 off the ~~north~~ end of Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman.	+	The ship was reefed 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]. 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 upper decks ~~accommodate the 2 bridges~~ along with the navigation and radio rooms. The has also been removed. 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 along with the navigation and radio rooms. The has also been removed from the ship. The Captain and executive officer's quarters are located on the upper decks

-	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 that was used to ~~bring back~~ divers to the ship and then to the recompression chambers	+	On the main deck, from bow to stern, internally you will find 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 which rescue divers, along with the diving bell that was used to retun divers to the ship and then to the recompression chambers

-	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, ~~in addition to the steering gear, shaft, gyro,~~ ammunition lockers, cold storage ~~and~~ barber shop ~~to name a few~~ 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 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 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 vessel was used when the boat was in service.

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

-	The [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM entry ~~through the funnel~~ can be a great location for underwater photography] . try silhouetting your dive partner in the shaft diving down into the ~~wreck~~. 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 will see the Engineering emblem in the Motor Room section. This section can be accessed easily and makes for a ~~incredibly good~~ underwater photo ~~close to~~ the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The ~~sediment can~~ be ~~substantial at this point~~ so you ~~must~~ move ~~gradually~~ to prevent clouding up the water. For experienced divers you ~~may~~ also look at shaft alley ~~and~~ the ~~front~~ hold ~~areas~~ of the ship. For ~~others~~ you ~~can~~ explore a variety of compartments on the first platform and after that ~~start~~ going up deck by deck and then finally ~~coming to~~ 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 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 hold. The cargo hold should only be entered by experienced advanced divers. On the first platform you will be able to see the Engineering emblem in the Motor Room section. This section can be accessed easily and makes for a extremely interesting underwater photo near the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The silt may be heavy here so you should move slowly to prevent clouding up the water. For experienced divers you should also look at shaft alley as well as the forward hold regions of the ship. For other divers you may explore a variety of compartments on the first platform and after that begin 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 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 critiques of other shipwrecks.	+	Review images 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 critiques of other shipwrecks.

Hueyflag49 um 09:39, 29. Jan. 2013

2013-01-29T09:39:00Z

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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 ~~little over one year~~ and the ~~shipwreck~~ site is maturing well. The ~~shipwreck~~ has five decks, is 251.6 ft (76.7 m) in length, 42ft (12.8 m) in beam and ~~around~~ 50 feet high. The ~~vessel~~ was ~~designated~~ for submarine rescue and was launched on July 10, 1945 and was sunk in Grand Cayman on January 5, 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 about 18 months ago and the dive site is maturing very well. The ship has five decks, is 251.6 ft (76.7 m) in length, 42ft (12.8 m) in beam and approximately 50 feet high. The ship was built specifically for submarine rescue and was launched on July 10, 1945 and was sunk in Grand Cayman in January 2011.

-	~~The following is a description~~ of ~~what to expect on~~ the dive ~~some~~ history ~~about the ship~~ and other data ~~regarding~~ the ~~shipwreck~~ and an guide of what ~~you~~ 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 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 ~~more data~~ on the wreck ~~along with~~ a history of the ship.	+	This article provides an overview of the dive, a little history and other data on the subject of the ship and an guide of what one can find on the shipwreck. Plese see the complete [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the web site 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 additional information on the wreck plus a history of the ship.

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

-	The vessel was reefed ~~In january~~ 2011 off the ~~west side of the island at the~~ end of Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman.	+	The vessel was reefed 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 navigation and radio rooms. The ~~sonar was~~ also removed. The Captain and ~~executive officer~~'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]. 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 upper decks accommodate the 2 bridges along with the navigation and radio rooms. The has also been removed. The Captain and XO's quarters are located on the upper decks

-	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, ~~as well as~~ the diving bell ~~which~~ was used to ~~retun~~ divers to the ship and then to the recompression chambers	+	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 that was used to bring back divers to the ship and then to the recompression chambers

-	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 large[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000evHtkg3GaYQ access holes] ~~both vertically and horizontally~~, 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, in addition to the steering gear, shaft, gyro, ammunition lockers, cold storage and barber shop to name a few 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 used when the boat was in service.

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

-	The [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 then exit the shaft on 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 ~~be able to~~ see the Engineering ~~logo~~ in the Motor Room section. This section can be accessed easily and makes for a ~~extremely interesting~~ underwater ~~photograph~~ close to the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The ~~silt may~~ be ~~heavy in~~ this ~~location~~ so you ~~need to~~ move gradually to prevent clouding up the water. For experienced divers you ~~can~~ also ~~explore~~ shaft alley ~~as well as~~ the front hold ~~sections~~ of the ~~shipwreck~~. For ~~other divers~~ you ~~may~~ explore a variety of ~~areas~~ on the first platform and after that ~~begin~~ going up deck by deck ~~until~~ 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 can be a great location for underwater photography] . try silhouetting your dive partner in the shaft diving down into the wreck. 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 will see the Engineering emblem in the Motor Room section. This section can be accessed easily and makes for a incredibly good underwater photo close to the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The sediment can be substantial at this point so you must move gradually to prevent clouding up the water. For experienced divers you may also look at shaft alley and the front hold areas of the ship. For others you can explore a variety of compartments on the first platform and after that start going up deck by deck and then finally coming to the Bridge (Pilot House) where you can do your safety stop.

-	Check out ~~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 ~~evaluations~~ of ~~specific~~ shipwrecks.	+	Check out images 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 critiques of other shipwrecks.

Rob51owner um 08:56, 26. Jan. 2013

2013-01-26T08:56:20Z

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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 ~~aging very~~ well. The shipwreck has five decks, is 251.6 ft (76.7 m) in length, 42ft (12.8 m) in beam and ~~approximately~~ 50 feet high. The ~~ship~~ was ~~built specifically~~ for ~~performing~~ submarine ~~rescues~~ and was launched on July 10, 1945 and ~~which~~ was sunk in Grand Cayman in January 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 little over one year and the shipwreck site is maturing well. The shipwreck has five decks, is 251.6 ft (76.7 m) in length, 42ft (12.8 m) in beam and around 50 feet high. The vessel was designated for submarine rescue and was launched on July 10, 1945 and was sunk in Grand Cayman on January 5, 2011.

-	The following is ~~an overview~~ of the dive, some history about the ship and other data ~~concerning~~ the shipwreck and an ~~synopsis~~ of what you can find on the ~~shipwreck~~. ~~Review~~ 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 ~~shipwreck plus~~ a history ~~about~~ the ship.	+	The following is a description of what to expect on the dive some history about the ship and other data regarding the shipwreck and an guide of what you 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 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 more data on the wreck along with a history of the ship.

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

-	The ~~boat~~ 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 reefed 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]. ~~To meet caymanian law regarding reefed ships, 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.	+	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 navigation and radio rooms. The sonar was also removed. The Captain and executive officer's quarters are also on the upper decks.

-	~~The~~ main deck ~~contains the rec room~~, ~~mess hall~~, ~~ironing room~~, ~~small tool workshop~~ and ~~recompression chambers.~~. You will ~~note the~~ large [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000nrOSPnFJRtU a-frame structure] on the stern ~~which 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, as well as the diving bell which was used to retun divers to the ship and then to the recompression chambers

-	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, ~~in addition to~~ 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] both vertically and horizontally, all of the space on the ~~vessel~~ 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 large[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000evHtkg3GaYQ access holes] both vertically and horizontally, all of the space on the ship was used when the boat was in service.

-	~~Make it a point~~ to ~~lay out~~ your dive ~~well~~. ~~One approach~~ would be to ~~begin at~~ the stern ~~before~~ 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 ~~stern~~ and in addition get photographs by the screw (propeller) and rudder. For Divers that plan on ~~entering~~ the ~~wreck~~, after you leave the stern make your way to the top of the ship ~~then go into~~ the funnel which is located on the ~~Top~~ Deck. Should you not ~~intend~~ on entering the wreck you should begin your ~~investigation of the ship~~ on the ~~main~~ deck just above the ~~Propeller~~.	+	Be sure to chart your dive adequately. I would recommend heading to the stern prior to entering into the ship to take 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 plan on penetrating the shipwreck, after you leave the stern make your way to the top of the ship and enter via the funnel which is located on the Bridge Deck. Should you not plan on entering the wreck you should begin your exploration on the deck just above the Screw..

-	The ~~main~~ [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM entry ~~through the funnel 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 then exit the shaft on 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 a good location~~ for a ~~incredibly~~ interesting underwater photograph ~~near~~ the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The silt may be heavy in this location so you ~~must~~ move ~~slowly~~ to prevent ~~stirring~~ up the ~~sediment~~. For ~~advanced wreck~~ divers you ~~should~~ also explore shaft alley as well as the ~~forward~~ hold ~~regions~~ of the shipwreck. For other divers you ~~can check out the assorted compartments~~ on the first platform and ~~then start making your way~~ up deck by deck until finally arriving at the Bridge (Pilot House) where you can do ~~your~~ safety stop.	+	The [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 then exit the shaft on 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 be able to see the Engineering logo in the Motor Room section. This section can be accessed easily and makes for a extremely interesting underwater photograph close to the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The silt may be heavy in this location so you need to move gradually to prevent clouding up the water. For experienced divers you can also explore shaft alley as well as the front hold sections of the shipwreck. For other divers you may explore a variety of areas on the first platform and after that begin going up deck by deck until 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 images~~ 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 ~~reviews~~ of ~~other wrecks~~.	+	Check out 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 evaluations of specific shipwrecks.

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2013-01-23T04:55:58Z

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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 aging very well. The shipwreck has five decks, is 251.6 ft (76.7 m) in length, 42ft (12.8 m) in beam and approximately 50 feet high. The ship was built specifically for performing submarine rescues and was launched on July 10, 1945 and which was sunk in Grand Cayman in January 2011.

The following is an overview of the dive, some history about the ship and other data concerning the shipwreck and an synopsis of what you can find on the shipwreck. Review 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 shipwreck plus a history about the ship.

What you will find on the Dive:

The boat 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]. To meet caymanian law regarding reefed ships, 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.

The main deck contains the rec room, mess hall, ironing room, small tool workshop and recompression chambers.. You will note the large [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000nrOSPnFJRtU a-frame structure] on the stern which 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, in addition to 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] both vertically and horizontally, all of the space on the vessel was used while in service.

Make it a point to lay out your dive well. One approach would be to begin at the stern before 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 stern and in addition get photographs by the screw (propeller) and rudder. For Divers that plan on entering the wreck, after you leave the stern make your way to the top of the ship then go into the funnel which is located on the Top Deck. Should you not intend on entering the wreck you should begin your investigation of the ship on the main deck just above the Propeller.

The main [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM entry through the funnel 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 then exit the shaft on 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 a good location for a incredibly interesting underwater photograph near the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The silt may be heavy in this location so you must move slowly to prevent stirring up the sediment. For advanced wreck divers you should also explore shaft alley as well as the forward hold regions of the shipwreck. For other divers you can check out the assorted compartments on the first platform and then start making your way up deck by deck until finally arriving at the Bridge (Pilot House) where you can do your safety stop.

Look at images 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 reviews of other wrecks.