North American Divers Co, Inc., 27407 Greensboro

JMR Rock Quarry - Yanceyville

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JMR Quarry (AKA Blanch Quarry) is a great place to dive. You will need to join the “PDRA“ or come as a guest of a PDRA member. The Quarry is open 24/7/365 if you have a key. Make sure to bring a dive buddy, as there is no solo diving allowed.

There are large paddlefish, catfish, bass, etc. In late summer and early fall, you can see freshwater jellyfish.

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Wildlife Species

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SSI Training Centers

17m / 56ft

Max. Depth

beginner

Level

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