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Wolf Rock
Our recent trip to Wolf Rock was a success despite the rough weather experienced from the Wide Bay Bar across to the rock.
Most divers, some for the first time, saw the Grey Nurse Sharks that now frequent the area. There were at least fifteen sharks
continually schooling along the gutters, ranging in size from two to three metres. A return trip was the sentiment expressed at
the end of the dive. Thanks to Blue Horizon Cruises and the crew for their hospitality.

                                                                                                                   
                                                      Images from www.daveharasti.com  

The Grey Nurse Shark is very similar to the Sand Tiger or Spotted Ragged -Tooth Shark. It is found in coastal waters from
southern Queensland  to Western Australia. Although large and  fearsome looking it is non aggressive. It is slow and graceful
in movement and often active at night. The name 'nurse' is in reference to its ability, to round up its prey. It is fully protected
by legislation in Queensland waters.
 

Tides-why do we consider tide times when planning a dive? 
The moon's gravitational pull, the earth and sun's position all contribute to our tides. As these bodies change position so
 do our tides. Tides change from day to day and place to place. When the sun, moon and earth are in line we get Spring
Tides and when not aligned  get weaker tides or Neap Tides.  Neaps are characterised by least movement between high
and low water and hence better visibility.Visibility can also be affected by other factors. 
For more on tides see Moon Tides. 

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