Thanks for the responses. So far, it's been much more unanimous than it has been in other threads, which is helpful. I think the lds does include a review with AOW, but I can't remember if it was part of a package deal or not, and possibly for use within a year AFTER doing the course, which is no help now. I'll have to look into that. Looks like a search for local dive sites is in order, then we'll be getting wet, which really was the plan all along.