Brent Sumner

filmmaker, West of the West

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Many family members and friends have spoken publicly about the Conception fire victims' passion for diving and exploring ocean life.

Why Santa Cruz Island has long drawn passionate divers

Many family members and friends have spoken publicly about the Conception fire victims' passion for diving and exploring ocean life.

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