HEROIC (91 ft long wooden eastern rig dragger)
Protected Area
Gerry E. Studds/Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary
Why dive here
With 35+ marine species recorded in the area - including nurse sharks - HEROIC (91 ft long wooden eastern rig dragger) offers some of New England's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 4-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
Diving the HEROIC is like stepping back into New England’s fishing past, but with an eerie, beautiful twist. This 91-foot wooden dragger sits upright, a ghost of its former working life, now completely reclaimed by the sea. We love how the wooden hull has softened over time, draped in orange and yellow anemones that pulse gently in the current. Visibility here can be a bit of a lottery – sometimes it's 20 feet of green murk, other days you get a glorious 50 feet and can make out the bow from the stern. Our favourite part is peeking into the collapsed stern, where you often find tautog lurking in the shadows, big, curious fish that don’t seem to mind divers. Down at 27 metres, you'll feel that characteristic chill of a New England dive, even in summer. This wreck is perfect for those who appreciate the quiet drama of a historical site and the way nature completely takes over. Just remember to bring a good light; even on brighter days, the deeper sections of the wreck absorb a lot of the ambient light.
Typical HEROIC (91 ft long wooden eastern rig dragger) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 27m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 15°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
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HEROIC (91 ft long wooden eastern rig dragger) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for HEROIC (91 ft long wooden eastern rig dragger), sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (42.6, -70.6) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
15°C
59°F · Range: 12.8–18.1°C
Air Temperature
10°C
50°F
Wind Speed
3.78 m/s
7.3 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1017 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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