Dive Partners: Keith and Charlie

Quick look in the vault of time.

My pal Keith and Charlie-from-Moraga geared up for the abalone. I'm pretty sure that Charlie is laughing at something Keith has said. That's not an independent recollection, but rather my reading of body language --both Charlie's and Keith's-- and my general recollection of the camaraderie that made those dive trips such joys.

Kruse Ranch, I'm pretty sure: 1978 or 79 or 80 or 81. Most likely? 1980.

A vintage moment, for sure.

Keith: Abalone Hunter

Here's an old photo of Keith Sanders down by our favorite entry-point at Kruse Ranch on the Sonoma County Coast. I have some stories to share about our dives here --and about that steep half-mile (or more) hike from the road down to the water-- but for now I'll just post the picture.

That's Keith, suited up and ready to get some abalone. I'm not sure why I'm still up on the trail with my camera. Lagging behind, I guess, wanting to take pictures while Keith is wanting to get diving already.

Good memories, my friend.