Brunswick

About this dive site

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Name: Named for the wreck of the Brunswick at the site. Depth: Maximum depth is about 6 m, average about 4.5 m Marine life The wreckage is heavily overgrown by kelp and other seaweeds, and a range of invertebrates and fish can be seen. Features: Remains of a historical wooden shipwreck. The wreckage is an archaeological site protected by legislation and may not be disturbed. The keelson, part of the copper strap attaching the rudder to the boat, a number of iron knees, and one or two pieces of sandalwood are still on the wreck site. Photography Wide-angle lenses are most likely to produce useful results when photographing the wreckage. The site is shallow, so natural light is usually adequate. For close up work, a flash will restore the natural colour. Topography: The wreck lies in fairly shallow water (about 5 m) The bottom is fine sand. The wood structure of the wreck has become broken up over the years and a large part is buried under the sand. The wreck lies at about 45° to the shoreline.