warren, I was stationed at Ft. Rich with the 1/501 Parachute Infantry Regiment (PIR) from 98 to 02. Anchorage is interesting moose running down the main roads, some rather dodgy areas, Muldoon road comes to mind for some reason. Being a cop there, especially in the 70s, must have been one hell of a ride! I do dive as a civilian and as such with my active imagination I picture diving in the cold and dark and did I mention cold my hat is off to you. Even in a dry suit that is cold! But the summers after break up has dried up it cannot be beat. Gorgeous country!!