Wednesday 18 December 2013

Holidays at the Divers House

`Part 1 – Stuffing Stockings’

What does the diver want to find in his/her stocking? Easy..
·         Noise Maker
o   Name brands include; Scuba Bells, Aqua Maraca ($10 to $20)
o   Allows the diver to get others attention
o   Great budget friendly option for new divers

·         Indicator Light
o   Small, reusable light, can be attached to anchor line or to your tank on a night dive.
o   Environmentally friendly alternative to one use glow sticks
o   Price, usually under $20, or sometimes comes as part of a light kit.  Extra batteries can be found at the dollar store.
·         O-Rings
o   Small pack is about $5 to $10
o   KNOW if your diver will be diving Nitrox or Air
o   Can be bought in a handy key chain that looks like a scuba tank

·         Silicone Lube
o   A must for any seal, flashlights, camera’s and great to pre-treat zippers on wet/dry suits (and winter boots).
o   About $5
·         Anti-Fog / Defog
o   Can come in gel or spray format, used for masks
o   Some divers have a particular favourite product (sneak a peak in their dive bag)
o   Can run between $7 to $15

First Rants..

First Blog

As this is my first blog, I could spend my time quoting the number of dives, the depths I’ve reached and the amazing places I’ve had the pleasure of diving.  However that would defeat the purpose of this blog.  It’s more about the amazing people, whom you get to share your experiences with…
That being said, my first official outing as the new Communications person for the Ajax Scuba Club was a Christmas get together hosted by Pat and Ellen.  Beautiful home, delicious nibbles and warm inviting people.  An absolute perfect setting to relax, chat, and build the connections that matter.
Huge hugs and many happy thank you’s to our gracious hosts Pat and Ellen.
If you are going to dive with people, trust is a huge part of that, and getting a chance away from the boat and the hustle of setting up equipment while listing to a dive briefing, priceless.
The members of the Ajax Scuba Club are more of a family then a club, even when we first joined I was very surprised to feel so welcomed.  This night was no different, and I found myself in conversations with familiar dive buddies while sharing stories with new friends.
The conversation soon turned to the task at hand and what I would Blog about?  Many great ideas were shared (thank you Glenn, Colin and Pat for giving me a head start), and so without further ado I give you my first rant…