http://www.divebuddy.com/forum.aspxScuba diving forum for DiveBuddy.com members.240norcalunderwaterhunterhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15287Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:49:03 CDT 2010 Sonoma County Abalone Network Big Ab Comp & Cook Off Saturday August 21st 7:00 am to 3:30pm Ocean Cove CA. This event is open to free divers only. Current California Department of Fishing Game laws apply. Donation Fee’s are $30 if pre registered $40 day of event. To receive a free shirt you must pre register. The pre registration will end on 7-14-10 after that you will have to purchase your shirt at the event. All Divers are required to fill out and turn in a waiver form and show current CA. fishing license and current 2010 abalone tags at sign in. All Divers are required to register with at least one dive buddy The check in and measuring for the abalone for the event will be held at the Ocean Cove Campground 23125 Coast Highway One. Diving can be done anywhere along the California Coast, All divers must return to Check out area by 2:00 pm, No exceptions. Free diving Divisions Awards (plaques) will consist of: 1st, 2nd, 3rd for biggest Ab Top Female biggest Ab Top junior biggest Ab Most Beach garbage picked up Ab cook off. Etiquette and safety: The Ocean cove Big Ab comp promotes safe buddy diving and friendly competition. All divers should be in contact with their dive buddy/ies while in the water. Eligibility: Paid entry fee Signed Waiver form. 2010 California Ocean Fishing License and Abalone punch card and tags. Disqualifications: Any California Department of Fishing Game Violations. Arriving at the check in area after 2:00 pm sharp. For more info: call 707-478-1504 THIS EVENT IS WEATHER PERMITTING, WHICH WILL BE DETRMINED ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT. ALL EVEVT PROCEDDS WILL BE DONATED TO S.C.A.N (Sonoma County Abalone Net Work) To register go to: http://2010norcalunderwaterhuntersbi...eventbrite.com   We will also be having a raffle with many great prizes from the following sponsors 20fathoms Sac free dive shop Bam boo reef Ronhert park Ikelite Neptonic systems Herranen spearguns Hammer head dive gear and spearguns Speargear shop Abalone ten divers/Erick Anderson Jbl speer guns. John Banks dive board BB Pro dive Aeris free dive company dive watch Gualalla sport and taclke Gat Ku pole speers. NUVAIR shark sheild $200 off Amadeo Bachar art print. Sonoma County Abalone Network One year free Membership Lozano’s Freediving Instruction Level II free diving class in monteray Cramerdecker Industries D.A.N Divers Alert Network Out Of Focus Productions Rich Vanduesen Ab bar Petaluma Sport And Dive Allen Chitty Big 5 sporting goods Palapas Ventana dive resort in Baja ca Precision Dive Products Tom Kendrick the author of Blue Water Gold Rush Kings sporting goods Dive rite Malissa Mattison   Just a reminder even though the pre registration is over for the free event shirt you can still pre register and save $10 on your entry fee cause day of event it goes up to $40 ! so don’t wait secure your spot for this fun event. to register go to: http://2010norcalunderwaterhuntersbi...eventbrite.com ...EventsJamesPhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15277Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:37:16 CDT Hi, I’m travelling to the US from the UK in October, and someone has recommended that I try diving the Edmunds Underwater Park on the north side of Seattle, as I’m in the area.  Not sure exactly what dates I’ll be there yet, but likely to be around Wednesday the 20th.  Anyone up for it? Thanks, James. ...Buddy WantedAbaloooonehttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15267Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:57:58 CDTHi! I’m going to be in New Zealand from August 21st until September 14th (travelling there from Vancouver, Canada), and am hoping to find some dive buddies. I will definitely be in Wellington, the Fjordland, and Auckland, but am flexible if somebody wants to visit other places. I am a research diver - study abalone, and have 300+ dives. Cheers, Christine. ...Buddy WantedGreghttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15260Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:47:39 CDT I own a dive computer, but I’ve never used the computer integration with it.  I’m wondering if most dive computers have the ability to output the dives stored to a file that is saved on your local computer.  OR is the information only saved within the computer’s software application?  Maybe the software application offers an export option. If an output file is available, what format is it in and can you reply with a sample of how the information looks inside the file or send me a direct message with a copy of the file contents? Thanks, Greg Davis DiveBuddy.com ...EquipmentXring0http://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15254Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:47:31 CDTMy 14 year old daughter got certified and wants her own gear so we can load the trunk & go diving.  She has her own mask, fins, snorkel and BC, but we are looking for a regulator and wetsuits (3&7mm) for her.  She wears a ladies size 6.  If anyone is fortunate enough to have moved someplace warm so they don’t need a wetsuit or is no longer built like a 14 year old, please let me know what you have and how much you want. Thanks ...For SaleLoren_Sangsterhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15251Wed, 28 Jul 2010 21:46:19 CDTOff the bat, I’d like to just say please excuse me of my ignorance on this matter. Basically what I’m curious about isnt exactly scuba diving as a whole, however, it is involved. You see, I’m 25 years old now and since as long as I can remember I’ve always wanted to live in the caribbean and own my own boating/scuba company, so I can take vacationers out for the day. The catch is, I have 0 boating experience. Its ust something I didnt really grow up with, though I’ve always had the passion for it. In order to run any sort of boating busniess, you must need to Captians License which is extremely difficult to get. For years I’ve tried to land a job on a boat or something along those lines, which would give me some knowledge and help get my foot in the door but nobody is willing to hire someone without any experience. I’m not big into the military route (navy, coast gaurd, etc.) So my question is this... I know that I’m starting out a little late at the age of 25 and all, but... does anyone have any information on how I can get things started for myself to achieve a captians licenses or know of any boating position I might be able to get my hands on? Honestly.... any information whatsoever would be a huge help and greatly appreciated. Please, understand.. it’s my dream and I need all the help and information I can get, as I’m more or less a baby when it comes to my knowledge on the matter. Can anyone point me in the right direction?  Thank you for your time, if you’ve read all of this and I’ll keep my fingers crossed for some positive responses.  - Loren...New Diver Q&AGreghttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15247Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:00:46 CDT I bet you didn’t know you could do this: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=http://www.divebuddy.com/kml_divemap.aspx?MemID=1 I’m going to add a link to each member’s profile that is showing a dive map so you can open your divesites like this, with Google Maps. Pretty cool huh? ...Web Site Helpgigiftlaudhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15243Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:32:19 CDT Advanced Diving: 3 Days Course Special   954-965-7919 Already Open Water Certified? There’s still plenty to learn! The Advanced Open Water Diver class includes instruction in Underwater Navigation Routines, Stress Management, Advanced Rescue Techniques, Limited Visibility, Night Diving, and Advanced Decompression Techniques. It’s the highest non-commercial certification rating available to recreational divers. The class includes lecture, some pool work, and four open water dives, including a night dive, and both a deep dive and a wreck dive from a boat. August 19th: 4:00 p.m. Lecture & Pool August 20th: 8:30 p.m. Night Dive August 22nd: 8:30 a.m. Deep & Wreck Dive Schedule may change due to weather Includes equipment, books & Advanced Diver c-card Aquatic Ventures 5846 Stirling Rd. Hollywood, FL 33021 ...Ads & Offerssandiverhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15233Tue, 27 Jul 2010 06:02:10 CDT is it me or has anyone else noticed that ther seems to be more fish in the gulf of mexico,in the tampabay area we do a lot of spearfishing in the area ,at least once or twice a week,and we max out on hog fish,in no time at all.been diving this area for 15yrs, this is the most fish ,i have seen out here ,including sharks,and plenty of grouper.we are usally out about 25-30miles off of hudson. do you think the oil spill has anything to do with this. this just seems weird to me. my buudy are just happy were filling our freezers. ...Huntingkpetrohttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15230Mon, 26 Jul 2010 20:56:28 CDThttp://www.divebluegrotto.com/indexflash.html http://www.devilsden.com/ My bf and I are planning a trip on Sun Aug 15th to dive Blue Grotto and Devil’s Den.  The web pages with info are above, we’d love to meet up with some other divers.  We’re planning to go up Sat nite and get a motel so we can hit Blue Grotto by 9. If ya wanna meet up, let me know! Kristin 727-501-6001...Eventsgigiftlaudhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15222Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:43:47 CDT MINI LOBSTER SEASON IS HERE! July 28th & 29th - please dive responsibly and measure your lobster. We have all the gear you need for lobster season & tanks for rent! Come by 5846 Stirling Rd. or call me 954-965-7919. Thank you from everyone here at Aquatic Ventures! ...Ads & OffersHeathSapphttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15210Sun, 25 Jul 2010 01:29:57 CDTBeen doing alot of diving lately several times a month looking for new dive buddies all welcome but no drugs or drinking on the boat at all. If weather bad we head for the springs around the area....Buddy Wantedmidas6t6http://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15200Fri, 23 Jul 2010 20:07:53 CDT My wife and I are going to Bonaire Sept 11 to 18, staying at the Plaza Resort. She doesn’t dive so I’m looking for someone in the same predicament that needs a buddy - I don’t want to do all boats dives in the shore diving capital of the Caribbean! I’m AOW, with Rescue, First Aid, CPR & O2 certs. I have @ 70 dives, should be 90 to 100 by then. I will have a vehicle for the week. ...Travelbigdavehttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15195Fri, 23 Jul 2010 05:56:13 CDTAnybody looking for someone to dive ABWA with on the weekends just give me a holler. Always up for a dive...Buddy Wantedsparkeyhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15190Thu, 22 Jul 2010 18:51:24 CDT I’m looking for divebuddies to dive Lake Rawling’s or DutchSprings,I can dive weekdays or weekends..i live in Rockville M.D just across the V.A line so either place is fine with me                                                       Thanks Kenney ...Buddy Wantedeasygoinghttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15188Thu, 22 Jul 2010 15:14:53 CDT If you would like to sign a petition to give sharks a fighting chance, go to the website below and look on the right side and pick a language. This is a non-profit org http://www.projectaware.org/petition/index.php?ftid=1&pmid=1&pid=192 Brad from KC area ...GeneralPoliceDiverDOTnethttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15185Thu, 22 Jul 2010 14:10:52 CDTToday is a sad day as we have lost a fellow diver who has given so much to the community. RIP Wes you will be missed! Thanks for your inspirations ...Generaljoeyro16http://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15183Thu, 22 Jul 2010 10:38:08 CDTheading to Croatia end of aug. any advice or operators anyone can offer?thanks ...Travelsandworm30http://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15181Wed, 21 Jul 2010 22:41:37 CDT  Hello, I am currently doing some research for where I would like to go for my winter diving getaway.  Dominica looks incredible, remote, undeveloped; just my type of place.    Has anyone been there recently? what can you tell me about the place? How expensive is it once you get there.  I usually do these trips on a very limited budget.     Any help will be appreciated..thanks! Dan ...Traveldmmalienhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15160Tue, 20 Jul 2010 23:30:38 CDTHi I will be in San diego in August and wil be able to dive anytime on the 2nd through the 6th.  I am from Utah and have never been to the ocean to dive so it will be a new experience for me that I am looking forward to.  If anyone who knows the area wants to go, let me know....Buddy Wanteddivergirl50http://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15149Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:55:08 CDT I just found out that we have a female share spot and a male share spot on the liveaboard I am going on Oct 23-30 2010 to the Sea of Cortez on the Solmar V.  Please contact me if you are interested going with our group! We have alot of fun and this is some easy diving.  See loads of fish and get to dive with sea lions too! Beautiful liveaboard with great crew! If you have never been on a liveaboard this is the one to do.  Dive, eat, dive, eat, dive, eat, sleep or whatever you like! Opportunity for 4 dives per day in warm sea of cortez waters. http://www.affordabletrips.net/GROUPS.html   We have 6 spots left on the Dec 5-13, 2011 Socorro trip out of Cabo to the blue Pacific on the Nautilus Explorer too! Now this is some big stuff diving you will never forget.  Trip of a lifetime at half the price of cocos.  Tons of shark, dive with dolphin, dive with mantas.....all the big one out there and on a fabulous liveaboard with awesome service.  If you do not do anything else in 2011 You should do this trip! ...Travel7seashttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15146Tue, 20 Jul 2010 14:48:03 CDT if anybody wants to no where to spear or the good dive spots are let me no or add me on facebook i also have a dive page on there dont worry if your new i’ll help you out,i dive about 3-4times a week.i’m only here to help i just wish i had someone that was willing to help me when i was a newby thank...im in miami,fl http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/?ref=home ...Buddy WantedSmithsgoldhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15139Tue, 20 Jul 2010 12:14:56 CDT Another Fisher goes after Atocha treasures   http://www.miamiherald.com/2010/07/17/1733653/under-the-sea.html?asset_id=Dreams%20of%20treasure%20drive%20Mel%20Fisher’s%20heirs&asset_type=html_module   25 years after Mel Fisher’s discovery of the historic Atocha treasure, his grandson says there are more riches to be found Read more:  http://www.miamiherald.com/2010/07/17/1733653/under-the-sea.html?asset_id=Dreams%20of%20treasure%20drive%20Mel%20Fisher’s%20heirs&asset_type=html_module#ixzz0uF8bvDMY ...GeneralGypsyDiverhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15137Tue, 20 Jul 2010 11:01:19 CDT Well, I am moving again thanks to Uncle Sam!  I will be in Hawaii for the next three years or more ;).  I am looking for some divebuddies in Hawaii.  I am also looking for a shop to work with as an Instructor.  I want to thank everyone that I have been diving with in NJ.  It has been fun!  I hope to be back for BTS 2011.  It just depends on Uncle Sugar!  If you see me or my Divebuddy.com banner, Just say HI! Have Fins, Will TravelBrion...Generalphilip07304http://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15133Tue, 20 Jul 2010 02:14:24 CDTI am looking for buddies in the NYC and Northeast NJ area that are looking to dive either at Dutch Springs or local diving such as at Point Pleasant or any where else along the Jersey Coast or even NY. Thanks....Buddy Wantedbpsf1http://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15132Mon, 19 Jul 2010 22:20:01 CDTTrying to organize a trip 10/2-10/9.  I can arrange accommodations from $125/night divided by four.  It will just depend on the number of people who’d like to go.  Let me know ASAP....once I reach eight...Im done...lololololol...TravelTiara_270http://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15128Mon, 19 Jul 2010 21:48:39 CDTGas share trips, Tiara 32 ft over all length boat 11 ft beam, with 2 newer MPI mercusier engines with 150 hours, EPIRB, Lowrance and Hummingbird side scan, 48 mile radar. Must be over 18 unless with a parent, Love to dive and shoot fish, looking for others, off this week and ready to go starting wednesday. 20-30 ft dives about 60 gallons of fuel 50-65 ft dives about 100 gallons of fuel (about $80 per person with 2 other divers, so you and a friend want to join in for $80 apiece?)  I am not a charter captian and do not charge for trips just looking for new friends to enjoy my passion with. Gas is split between me and who ever wants to join. Total of 4 divers with 2 down and 2 on boat, safety first and no illegal fish on the boat. Terry 817 897 5777...Buddy WantedKatfishhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15125Mon, 19 Jul 2010 19:16:15 CDTWe are going to Jamaica in Sept. 8-13th  Where is a good place to stay and who to dive with.  I have been diving for years at scuba parks...but ocean is diffrent...please help....Travelwcreefers1@aol.comhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15122Mon, 19 Jul 2010 18:06:55 CDT Looking for a few divers to join our October 21 thru 23 three day live aboard dive trip to the Channel Islands, California only a few spot left. This is a limited load trip only 25 divers. If interested please email me for details. John Rush West Coast Reefers Dive Club -wcreefers1@aol.com   ...Ads & Offersfmatushttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15116Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:51:51 CDTHello All, I recently dove in 5 ft seas in Key Largo with wind against current and came a few feet from having my head dented by the swim platform. After a giant stride off the back of the boat I was drawn to the boat by the current and the platform was just coming down from a rather large swell. Had I been a foot or two closer the platform would have come right down on my head. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to avoid this in the future? What wave heights would normally preclude someone from diving off a boat? On a side note the entire boat decided to skip the second dive as the conditions continued to worsen. Thanks in advance. ...Health & SafetyDaveinspringhillhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15115Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:25:52 CDT Need to sell my gear since my wife lost her job last week. I was certified a year ago and most of my stuff was purchased right around that time. Please email me with any questions at davesartell@yahoo.com . Everything is in great condition. Any respectable offer will be considered. Thank You!! Zeagle Envoy Deluxe Regulator- Brand New in box never used, asking 250.00 Zeagle Scout BCD - Size Small I’m 5 foot ten 180 lbs and it fits great.   In   excellent condition asking 175 Henderson Neosport full wetsuit- size large black with blue trim asking 100 I have mask, fins, and snorkel as well as gloves and boots from Oceanic, Princeton Dive lights, a mesh gear bag, dive knife with leg straps, soft weights. I’m sure I"m missing some stuff. I have pictures I can send at your request. Please call or Text at 352-410-9593 or email at davesartell@yahoo.com.   ...For Salesparkeyhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15114Mon, 19 Jul 2010 15:45:07 CDT I live just across the Va and MD line in Rockville MD..looking for new buddies to dive lake Rawling"s , my schedule is extreamly flexible weekdays work for me as well , i pretty much can dive whenever                                                                        Thanks ...Buddy WantedDon_Ashtihttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15111Mon, 19 Jul 2010 13:59:32 CDTA few years back, most recently in 2002, I went diving with Seascapes Diving & Safari, a Dive Centre based in Cairo, Egypt (Maadi, in case you’re familiar with Cairo). Looking on the net today, I wasn’t able to find their website. Does anyone know whether the centre changed name, location or whether it still operates at all? Any help would be appreciated :-) ! ...Generalrobby36921http://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15110Mon, 19 Jul 2010 12:32:32 CDTI am looking t go to blue water  in Phelam AL on 7/31 if anybody would like to meet up to do some dives let me know....Buddy WantedTriggerfishhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15109Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:40:41 CDTHeading to U.S.V.I.  St.Croix from July 23rd to Aug.11th will do most of my diving with St. Croix Ultimate Bluewater Adventures, so if anyone is around at that time get ahold of me!! First time over there, so if there is anything MUST SEE let me know!! Thanks...TravelGOLDENREEFhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15108Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:12:42 CDT  EXPERIENCE BONAIRE’S TRUE ANTILLEAN STYLE! WE ARE LAID BACK, COMFORTABLE, HOMEY, CLEAN, SAFE, QUIET AND PERFECT FOR YOU! Accommodations in 1 bedroom apt, choice of king, queen or twin beds(2) All Room Taxes Energy Surcharges Free Rum Punch Welcome Cocktail Bonaire "Oasis" Goodie Basket in your apartment FREE Unlimited WIFI access FREE International Calling Airport Meet and Greet, Transfers if necessary 10% off all Sp...Ads & Offerswareareyouhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15103Mon, 19 Jul 2010 09:34:17 CDTHello all, I am looking for divers from the western mass area. I would like to go diving more but have a hard time finding local divers. I know I should join the local dive club, but most of them hold meetings in the evenings, I work evenings, so i have the mornings free to go diving. I would like to try diving the CT. river. I am fairly new a diving and only have about ten dives under my belt. If interested give me a shout....Buddy WantedUPhttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15099Mon, 19 Jul 2010 03:32:40 CDTI bought a timeshare in St Maarten. 1 or 2 bedroom and want to go. Hit me up and we can work something out. ps I just got back from Cozumel and the diving was awesome. Terry...Buddy Wanted4Real424http://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15096Sun, 18 Jul 2010 20:06:38 CDT Anybody have a good idea for a great trip in mid December?  I love liveaboards but am open to any suggestions. ...TravelMuckdivershttp://www.divebuddy.com/forum_topic.aspx?ForumID=15091Sat, 17 Jul 2010 22:46:33 CDTMy wife and I are advanced PADI with 85 dives, last one was on 7/4/2010. We booked a dive in Cancun Mexico 7/17/10. Flew in from Indiana, brought our gear with us, $. Paid up ready to do a boat dive with (blank). Filled out the dive release. I put down that I take blood presure meds and that my presure is great, My doctor is ok with me diving. They REFUSED to take us out! Now totally BUMMED!!!!!!!!!! We never read anything about anyone getting refused for this and we get alot of mags, books, we are members of DAN and understand there point of view on BP. We felt very informed or so we thought. Do I have to Lie on these dive release forms to do a dive? I am not comfortable with lieing, But I love diving!...Health & Safety