On Likiep Atoll in the Marshall Islands, as at most coral atolls I imagine, the currents can really whip in and out of the lagoon between the small islands that make up the atoll. One of our fun things to do is beach the dinghy on the lee side of the island and walk around towards the windward side. Then we swim into the current in our snorkel gear and let the current push us through the pass at a screaming 2 to 4 knots kicking only to influence ...
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