Quote Originally Posted by Ken Hill View Post
It will go a long way for the cave diving community to demonstrate responsibility when dealing with law enforcement and prosecutors. It will also not easily allow the vandal, when caught to say "sorry I didn't mean to do it." Without a surrender there can be no genuine remorse. We can make an argument to have a heavier fine and seize their dive gear, deny certifications and demand restoration and restitution. Keep in mind the "buddy" is equally guilty and there may come a day that a falling out will bring out the truth.

My comment on Manatee and other area is OW divers going into caves and causing damage reflects badly on the cave community. The Park Managers may have a saying that may be true "few divers, few problems, many divers many problems, no divers- NO problems." Cave divers need to take the high road in any public discussion and lets hope our access does not suffer.
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