Shipwrecks Just Off Our Shores
Our charter boat for diving shipwrecks in Lake Michigan will bring you to some the best diving in the world! Awesome shipwrecks such as the SS Wisconsin, Prinz Wilhelm, and the Lady Elgin are just off our shores. These shipwrecks from the early 1800’s through recent times, remain wonderfully preserved due to the cool waters of the Great Lakes. Their close proximity to the Illinois, Wisconsin coast, is due to the growth of Chicago as a port of commerce in the Midwest. From the beginning of the 19th century, cargo bound for the Midwest had to work its way from the east coast. This was done through shipping lanes in the Great Lakes. Today, the schooners, steamers and ferries that make Lake Michigan their permanent home. These shipwrecks allow the onlooker a glimpse into a time capsule. It brings what life was all about, at an earlier time. We, as divers, are the fortunate few to be able to visit these awesome relics.
Shipwreck Preparation
In order to really appreciate Lake Michigan shipwrecks, divers must be properly prepared for this type of diving. Good training, equipment, and proper exposure protection are critical to be comfortable. Our shipwreck charters are divided into two categories: Beginner Wreck and Intermediate Wreck. Beginner Wreck will allow newer, shipwreck divers the opportunity to try wreck diving in shallower depths. This will help them get more comfortable diving wrecks, and build confidence. Intermediate Wreck is for those divers with more deep water training. They understand the importance of good, reliable equipment, and redundancy for greater depths. Either way, Lake Michigan shipwrecks offers excitement to all divers.
Shipwreck Charter Schedule 2016
Here are Toucan Dive’s charter schedule broke down into both Beginner Wreck and Intermediate wreck:
1)Saturday June 18th AM – Beginner Wreck
2)Sunday July 3rd PM – Intermediate Wreck
3)Saturday July 23rd AM – Intermediate Wreck
4)Saturday Aug. 6th AM – Beginner Wreck
5)Saturday Sept. 3rd AM – Intermediate Wreck
6)Saturday Sept. 24th AM – Beginner Wreck
7)Saturday, Oct. 15th AM – Intermediate Wreck
These charters fill in fast! Call Toucan Dive at (847) 356-7826 to lock in your spot now!