This is where I often get in the water to go snorkeling and this photo illustrates why it’s a good idea to pay attention when getting in or out. The water looks pretty calm, but the whitewater near the top is an indicator of swells coming ashore. When those swells reach the ladder where swimmers get in and out, they can be steep and dangerous.
It’s easy to judge swells before getting in the water, but getting out is more tricky. Trying to gauge what’s happening from water level, it’s easy to misjudge the size and strength of an incoming swell. I wouldn’t have wanted to be getting out when this one rolled in!
Graham's Island 
It doesn’t look too daunting in the shot, but with your description, I can see it’s a risky hobby. Great detail and interesting to see where those stunning underwater shots begin.
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This swell wasn’t too bad but if someone had been by the ladder and hadn’t seen it coming, they could easily have been slammed against the wall.
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Looks a bit scary as a spot. I would’ve picked a nice sandy beachy spot 🤪 But then you probably know where the sealife can be found!
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The problem with snorkeling at sandy spots is that, if there’s any swell the water will be cloudy with sand. They’re also not great for seeing fish, which usually prefer coral and rocks.
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Sounds logical!
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They would knock you about something serious indeed Graham
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This wasn’t a particularly large swell either. There are some that barrel in like freight trains.
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Yikes
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Crazy waves or not, Graham, that water looks inviting (as we are getting more snow!). I’ve been in waves, where suddenly the sand sinks and next thing you know you’re down!
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It is a great swimming spot but, as you know, it pays to take care in the water!
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