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The squawfish are still eating everything in the river! You can help reduce their population and have a chance to win a $100 Gift Certificate to the shop by getting some of the squaw fish out of our rivers. Now is the time to practice your spear fishing aim and clean up the rivers at the same time. We are having a contest for the biggest fish and the most over all pounds at the end of the contest. So get out and get the squawfish and bring them in for us to measure!
We are going to have a Diver’s Picnic and Play Day at the river on September 13th at the Illinois River. Bring your picnic lunch and your scuba stuff and your non-diver friends and we will bring our scuba toys. (Under Water Scooter and Full Face Masks and more). If you would like to come, stop by the shop for details.
If you like lobster and love to dive, then join us in October, when we go out to dive around the Channel Islands on the Sundiver. Last year’s trip was a blast and this one will be even better. If you have not looked at the pictures yet, see the photo gallery.We are boarding the boat Saturday night, October 4th, and will be diving around the Channel Islands for three days, returning on Tuesday afternoon. The cost is going to be $480 per person. We stay right on the boat, and air fills, tanks and all the deliciously prepared food you can eat is included. If you are thinking of going, please contact us and get your name on the list to secure your spot. For more info., give us a call or go to the Events Page.
The Under Water Pumpkin Carving Contest is going to be held on October 18th. Bring your pumpkin pre-cleaned and your plan for a winning jack o’ lantern. The cutting will be conducted underwater at dusk, with the option of staying in the water for a spooky night dive. The location is TBA, depending on conditions. Let us know if you plan on attending. Stop by the shop for details.
We now have Tahiti inflatable kayaks in stock for sale and rental. The rental price is $20 per day including paddles and life jackets. So tell those river rats to stop by to get one!
Extend your bottom time and reduce your risk of DCS by using Nitrox. On October 28th we are conducting a Nitrox Class. This is a one night specialty class and counts toward your Master Scuba Diver Certification. The cost is only $89, so come in to the shop and sign up soon and get your book. There is limited space so do not wait. For information come on by or go to the Classes Page.
Learn more about your equipment and how to do in- the- field repairs, with the Equipment Specialty on September 11th. You will be more comfortable with your equipment knowing how it works. Stop by the shop and sign up to get your spot. The cost is only $55 and counts toward your Master Scuba Diver Certification.
Due to popular demand, we have extended our store hours. We are now open from 10:30 am until 6:00 pm during the week, and on Saturday from 9 am till 3 pm.
Remember that when you refer someone new for a class at Coral Sea Scuba you will get a 2-night/ 3-day trip on us. See shop for more details.
On the 15th of July we are starting the Squawfish Derby. Our rivers are overloaded with this fish, so to help clean up the river we are giving away prizes for the biggest and most overall poundage. Entering is FREE; you just have to like to DIVE. See the shop for details.
Have you wanted to go deeper to see a wreck or to the bottom of the reef but you need more training before you could? Well, on July 19th and 20th is your chance! We are conducting an Advanced Open Water Class, in which you will learn about deep diving, underwater navigation, diving at night and more. The cost is only $149 and there is limited space, so sign up soon to secure your spot. For more info. come by the shop or go to the Classes Page.
Are you having difficulty staying off the bottom while diving or hovering to take the perfect picture? Well then practicing your buoyancy is a must! On July 27th, we are conducting a Peak Performance Buoyancy Class, in which you will learn how to weight yourself to the perfect amount and position your weights properly. The class also includes swimming through a little obstacle course to hone those buoyancy skills and more. This class includes two dives and is easily completed in one day. The cost is only $99 so sign up soon to secure your spot. For more info., stop by the shop or go to the Classes Page.
The annual Beach Party and Fish Fry is planned for August 2nd. We are staying at the Humbug Mountain Day Use Area. We have reserved it for the night of the 1st and 2nd. So this year there is a $10 per person fee for the two night’s stay. We will be diving Saturday morning and the party will be back at the camp area that evening. If you would like to come and dive, let us know soon. As always, non-divers are welcome, so bring the whole family. For more information see us at the shop.
If you like lobster and love to dive then in October we are going out to dive around the Channel Islands on the Sundiver. Last year’s trip was a blast and this one will be even better. If you have not looked at the pictures yet see the photo gallery. We are boarding the boat Saturday night, October 4th, and diving around the Channel Islands for three days returning on Tuesday afternoon. The cost is going to be $480 per person. We stay right on the boat, and air fills, tanks and all the food you can eat is included. If you are thinking of going please contact us and get your name on the list to secure your spot. For more info. give us a call or go to the Events Page.
The Gear Swap is this Saturday from 9am to 3pm. We will be having some great used gear on sale for a good price. New gear will also be discounted 10% to 50% off for this one day only sale. So make sure you stop by and check it out and while you’re there get a hot dog and a soda on us. If you want to sell your used gear, drop it off this week so we can get it ready for Saturday. See shop for details for selling your gear. Hope to see you there.
If you ever wanted to dive in those beautiful mountain lakes and couldn’t because you did not have your Altitude Specialty, on June 22nd (this Sunday) you can get your Altitude Specialty. This class is only $99 and only requires two dives and is easily completed in one day. As with most of the specialties this one counts toward your Master Scuba Diver certification. Sign up this week and plan on diving this Sunday. For more information come by the shop or go to the Classes Page.
Next week we are starting an Open Water Class. If you have any family members or friends that are thinking of giving it a try, now is the time. Rivers have warmed up and the sun is out, so it is time to get them in the water. Remind them that the price is only $189 for the complete certification and all they need to bring is their swimsuit. Sign them up and get a free weekend getaway on us. See shop for details. For class details give us a call or go to the Classes Page.
If you like lobster and love to dive then in October we are going out to dive around the Channel Islands on the Sundiver. Last year’s trip was a blast and this one will be even better. If you have not looked at the pictures yet see the photo gallery on the website. We are boarding the boat Saturday night, October 4th, and diving around the Channel Islands for three days returning on Tuesday afternoon. The cost is going to be $480 per person. We stay right on the boat, and air fills, tanks and all the food you can eat is included. If you are thinking of going please contact us and get your name on the list to secure your spot. For more info give us a call or go to the Events Page.
We have two classes coming up this week. On Thursday June 5th is the Enriched Air Nitrox class. There are still a few spots left so come in to get your books soon if you would like to join us for the specialty and start the Master Scuba Diver challenge. For information come by or go to the Classes Page.
This weekend is an Advanced Open Water Class. This is a great class for those of you that would like to continue your scuba education after your Open Water Class. If you would like to go this weekend come in to the shop and get your books ahead of time and secure your spot in the class. This class is modular so if you are only able to make it for one of the days that is fine. You may pick up the parts that you missed at the next class, which will be conducted in a few weeks. For information come by or go to the Classes Page.
The first annual Gear Swap Meet is fast approaching. This will be the perfect opportunity to sell your wet suit that has shrunk, or some fins that your kid has grown out of, or pick up some great gear at a great price. Come by on June 21st between 9am and 3pm. There will be one-day in-shop specials from 10% to 50% off, too. Even if you’re not in the market for gear stop by and get a soda and a hot dog on us. For those of you that would like to sell your gear stop by the shop for details.
If you ever wanted to dive in those beautiful mountain lakes and couldn’t because you did not have your Altitude Specialty, on June 22nd you can get your Altitude Specialty. This class is only $99 and only requires two dives and is easily completed in one day. As with most of the specialties this one counts toward your Master Scuba Diver certification. Sign up soon to secure your spot in the class. For more information come by the shop or go to the Classes Page.
If you like lobster and love to dive then in October we are going out to dive around the Channel Islands on the Sundiver. Last year trip was a blast and this one will be even better. If you have not looked at the pictures yet see the Photo Gallery. We are boarding the boat Saturday night October 4th and diving around the Channel Islands for three days returning on Tuesday afternoon. The cost is going to be $480 per person. We stay right on the boat, and air fills, tanks and all the food you can eat is included. If you are thinking of going please contact us and get your name on the list to secure your spot. For more info give us a call or go to the Events Page.
Summer is fast approaching and we have some great things coming. The first thing is BARE is giving away FREE boots and gloves with a purchase of a 7 mm wet suit. This offer ends May 15th. If you planned on getting into a new suit, now is the time ($118 value for FREE). Contact the shop ASAP.
On June 5th we are going to have a Nitrox Class. This is a one night specialty class and counts toward your Master Scuba Diver certification. The cost is only $89, so come in to the shop and sign up soon and get your book. There is limited space so do not wait. For information come on by or go to the Classes Page.
If you have not done your Advanced Open Water class yet, June 7th and 8th is your time to do it. With this class we are offering a one-time special to everyone that signs up. You will receive a FREE Log book, a CSS T-Shirt and one Air Fill Card good for 6 free tank fills. There is limited space in the class so reserve your spot now. For information come by or go to the Classes Page.
We are proud to announce our first annual Gear Swap Meet June 21st. Sell your wet suit that has shrunk, or those fins that your kid has grown out of, or pick up some great gear at a great price. There will be one-day in-shop specials from 10% to %50 off, too. Even if you’re not in the market for gear stop by and get a soda and a hot dog on us. For those of you that would like to sell your gear stop by the shop for details.
One more thing, remember that when you refer someone new for a class at Coral Sea Scuba you will get a 2-night/ 3-day trip on us. See shop for more details.