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Seattle Octopus Divers was started in March of 2006 to bring people together for some fantastic Northwest diving, good times, and of course a few beers after the dives.

We appreciate Discount Divers Supply for providing the initial drive, expertise, and of course free air for the dive club dives! Please feel free to look over our schedule and come to any and all events you feel comfortable with.

Schedule

Dives

Sun June 4 - Sunrise Beach, Gig Harbor

Dive times are pending but the tides look favorable for 2 dives. This dive is an easy one however there is a fair amount of walking (in your gear) necessary to get into and out of the water.

THIS IS AN EXCEPTIONAL DIVE LOCATION. We always see 3 or 4 wolf eels and I have seen many giant octopuses at times. Make sure to bring a dive light because the critters are often deep in crevices. Plenty of parking and plans are underway for a club barbeque between dives. Stay Tuned!

P.O.C - John Burns 206-719-1577

Saturday June 10th. Redondo Beach

Join us for 2 dives this robust dive site. Plan to arrive at the public parking area across the street from Salty's restaurant at 4:00 PM with in-water at 5:30 PM. The second dive to be a dusk dive with transition into night. Must attend the first dive to be eligible to dive the second dive. Must be advanced rated or attending an advanced training program to dive the second dive. Primary, Backup, and chem. Light (or equivalent) required.

Redondo is a great place for virtually currentless diving. There are a number of small ship wrecks and manmade underwater structures to explore. The site has plenty of parking, easy access to the water, and minimal swim to get to the fun stuff.

The area is good for night diving because you are always with close proximity to the well lit Salty's pier. We normally turn off our lights and swirl the water with hands and feet to marvel at the phosphorescence.

P.O.C - John Burns 206-719-1577

Sunday, June 18th - San Juan's aboard the Deep Sea charter

Free air tanks and lunch provided. ½ price gear rentals offered through DDS. We are carpooling from the dive shop early Saturday. More info at: www.deepseacruise.com Call Discount Divers Supply at 206-298-6998 to reserve a spot. PADI Advanced Diver credit possible, ask your instructor .

This is a very scenic trip both above and below the water and you won't want to miss out!

Meetings

June 14th Fremont Public Library

Roland Anderson Phd , Marine Biologist, Octopus Scientist, Seattle Aquarium Dr Anderson presents a 1930's vintage B and W video "Killers of the Deep" and leads a discussion of the historical perception and changing role of the diver in our society.

July 12 At Fremont Public Library

Mischi Carter, Master Instructor, Owner pelagi scuba Discussion of the REEF environmental education program. Learn of various educational and volunteer activities for scuba diver participation in Puget Sound. Slide show of Pacific Northwest fish and invertebrates.

Other Events

Sat, April 29, 2006
The SeaDoc Society is sponsoring free Pacific NW Fish and Invertebrate Identification classes in Olympia on Saturday, April 29th, 2006. These classes will be of interest to SCUBA divers and those who are interested in our marine ecosystem. By taking the free, adult-level classes SCUBA divers will be qualified for Level 2 REEF identification surveys.


• 8am - Noon Pacific NW Fish Identification Class
• Noon - 1pm Lunch Break. A chance to stretch your legs and get lunch
• 1pm - 5pm Pacific NW Invertebrate Identification Class

Janna Nichols, of the Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF), is the instructor for the classes. The classes will be held at Evergreen State College 2700 Evergreen Parkway NW, Olympia in the Seminar II Building, Room E1107. To register for the classes send email including your name, mailing address and phone to Lavonne Hull at lwhull@ucdavis.edu or call 1-530-752-3854 . Please indicate whether you will attend both sessions or the Fish (morning) or Invertebrate (afternoon) session only. The registration deadline is April 28, 2006. The SeaDoc Society is sponsoring a future Pacific NW Fish and Invertebrate Identification class on June 10, 2006 in Seattle at the Seattle Aquarium.

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Wanna go Diving?

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Discount Divers Supply offers free air for club dives!

Hope to see you all on the dives! Be safe!!

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