Here is the official schedule and gues list for our OFWF Saturday July 26th Scuba Party.
If I have left anyone off the list please let me know so I can change it. We are set to roll, if anyone needs directions, please let me know.
OFWF July 26th amended Schedule:
We have included the Rothesay as many had asked about it. More diving, more fun. These dives are shallow and with the SI's we will have should be fine.
Schedule
9.30am - Connie
12 Noon - Rothesay
Lunch Break
3.30pm - Brockville Scuba Park
6pm - OFWF Official end of Day Dinner at ‘Buds on the Bay’
Doppler - Evening portion of the event
Tinman - Evening portion of the event
taz22
July 7th, 2003, 01:36 PM
If you are planning to attend any your name is not on the list, please let me know so I can make adjustment for our reservation at Buds for supper on the 26th.
Looking forward to seeing everyone!
Cheers, Taz! :D
cobaltbabe
July 7th, 2003, 04:12 PM
For those who are staying in camp grounds, where are you staying? We want to try to stay in the same site. Thank you, CB:)
tinman
July 7th, 2003, 06:52 PM
I have other dive commitments in the area but will try and join you that evening. Taz, For the benefit of those of us that are directionally challenged unless we have a compass in our hands, could you repeat the directions to Buds....
taz22
July 7th, 2003, 08:15 PM
tinman once bubbled...
I have other dive commitments in the area but will try and join you that evening. Taz, For the benefit of those of us that are directionally challenged unless we have a compass in our hands, could you repeat the directions to Buds....
Assuming most know how to get to King Street in Brockville...the rest is very easy. On King Street if you are coming from the west you turn right or coming from the east your turn left onto Broad Street at the traffic lights across from the cenotaph. Proceed south and Buds will be on your left hand side just before you end up going through the guard rail and into the river. :D
divebuddydale
July 8th, 2003, 02:30 AM
I will not be able to go.. I have to perform a wedding that day, so that puts me out for the count.
Dale
Groundhog246
July 8th, 2003, 05:04 PM
cobaltbabe once bubbled...
For those who are staying in camp grounds, where are you staying? We want to try to stay in the same site. Thank you, CB:)
I can finally confirm my attendance, as well as my wife and our 2 boys. I've PM'd TAZ the details. We do need a campsite though, so thought I'd post on here too. Is there a "chosen" campground? If so, name phone# would be appreciated.
I have the whole week following off work also and thought we might hang around the area Mon & Tue. Would welcome any suggestions for dives (shore) and we may be three divers, so a fourth would be welcome, especially if they know the area.
Brockville Visitor Guide Brochure that can be downloaded:
http://www.brockville.com/master.cfm?ID=62&TL=Yes
Do not hesitate to ask if you need further info!
Cheers, Taz!
taz22
July 8th, 2003, 05:46 PM
Groundhog246 once bubbled...
I have the whole week following off work also and thought we might hang around the area Mon & Tue. Would welcome any suggestions for dives (shore) and we may be three divers, so a fourth would be welcome, especially if they know the area.
Every Monday night our Dive Club does a mystery boat dive somewhere in the Brockville area. If this is something you might wish to do, it is a 1 tank dive for $15.00.
Cheers!
cat
July 8th, 2003, 05:52 PM
I will confirm by the end of the week but - I should be "bringing" a mystery guest from the board who hails from somewhere south of the border (there's a remote but possible chance of another one, too). Have to figure out the prize for who ID's this person first :D
taz22
July 9th, 2003, 06:54 AM
cat once bubbled...
I will confirm by the end of the week but - I should be "bringing" a mystery guest from the board who hails from somewhere south of the border (there's a remote but possible chance of another one, too). Have to figure out the prize for who ID's this person first :D
Hummm.......George W. Bush? :D
cat
July 9th, 2003, 01:33 PM
taz22 once bubbled...
Hummm.......George W. Bush? :D
Man - and I thought I was the only one who knew he was hanging around the scubaboard in his spare time :rolleyes:
taz22
July 9th, 2003, 05:02 PM
Special Air Fill Rate
I have worked put a special air fill rate with our local Brockville Dive Shop for our July 26th event, if you pay in cash ( costs money to use the debit machine ). PM me for details as I don't want to turn this into a commercial announcement, it is more just my way of saying a little thank you to everyone who is coming and may need air. Sorry Nitrox is not available at this location, but is available at Abucs out Hwy #2 at Long Beach, will see if Helen will give us a special on Nitrox.
Brockville Scuba Park
This area at the end of Ferry Street averages between 25 to 40ft in depth. We have a small old wrecked barge just to the east almost in front of the end of the Rowing Club dock. Coins and clay pipes are found almost daily as the ferry terminal and coal docks use to be in this area. Tonnes of bottles and fish life also add to the experience.
Buds on the Bay
This is a diver friendly and family friendly eatery. They have a wide variety of menu items starting from $7.99 to $17.99 and a kids menu too.
If anyone needs any additional info please let me know.
Cheers, Taz!
Groundhog246
July 9th, 2003, 10:26 PM
May I thank you very much for all the work you've done for us on this event. My I suggest the rest of us pick up his food bill at Bud's.
I'll also confirm we will be THREE divers http://www.scubaboard.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=31415
We've reserved a campsite at Happy Green Acres from Friday night till Tuesday.
DivingGal
July 10th, 2003, 06:10 AM
Groundhog246 once bubbled...
May I thank you very much for all the work you've done for us on this event. My I suggest the rest of us pick up his food bill at Bud's.
Just a bit ahead of you, Taz has put in a lot of work for this, so I made sure I ordered an extra t-shirt for him. (He knows about it so it's not a secret)
taz22
July 10th, 2003, 06:24 AM
Groundhog246 once bubbled...
May I thank you very much for all the work you've done for us on this event. My I suggest the rest of us pick up his food bill at Bud's.
I'll also confirm we will be THREE divers http://www.scubaboard.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=31415
We've reserved a campsite at Happy Green Acres from Friday night till Tuesday.
Thanks for the offer but as Diving Gal has mentioned I am getting a T-shirt.
To be quite honest, it really hasn't been that hard putting this together and I am just looking forward to meeting everyone face to face.
artw
July 10th, 2003, 06:11 PM
I would like to attend the dinner and the dives, so please add me to the guest list.:)
eddited to add did anyone ever make a decision on the possible Munson charter, or other shore dives (lock 21, morrisburg drifts) ? on Sunday?
cobaltbabe
July 10th, 2003, 06:34 PM
DivingGal once bubbled...
Just a bit ahead of you, Taz has put in a lot of work for this, so I made sure I ordered an extra t-shirt for him. (He knows about it so it's not a secret)
Even though very modest, I'm sure you have put alot of work into it as well DivingGal. The work hasn't gone unnoticed and is greatly appreciated. :) Thanks to the both of you.
taz22
July 10th, 2003, 07:08 PM
I have added you name to the list, thanks for coming.
As to the Munson charter I think Tom R was putting something together but I am not sure. maybe you could pm him to ask.
Cheers, Taz!
artw once bubbled...
I would like to attend the dinner and the dives, so please add me to the guest list.:)
eddited to add did anyone ever make a decision on the possible Munson charter, or other shore dives (lock 21, morrisburg drifts) ? on Sunday?
Butch103
July 10th, 2003, 07:59 PM
....the others and offer my thanks and gratitude for the organization of the day..............
Looks to be a fun one.......
Unfortunately it looks like I may not be able to make it.....I have to do some DM training duties both the 26th and the 27th in Penatanguishene <sp>. I am desperately trying to work around it.............;-0
Cross your fingers.........;)
Davy Jones
July 10th, 2003, 08:13 PM
Hey, how arrrr ye this fhine, fhine day? Harrrr...
Anyhoo, I'm FreeFloat's brother, if anyone's wondering, and I believe in formal introductions, that's all. Harrrr...
I'll be meeting you all on the 26th, so be prepared for a fun time. See ya there. Harrrr.
Davy Jones
taz22
July 10th, 2003, 08:21 PM
Davy Jones once bubbled...
Hey, how arrrr ye this fhine, fhine day? Harrrr...
Anyhoo, I'm FreeFloat's brother, if anyone's wondering, and I believe in formal introductions, that's all. Harrrr...
I'll be meeting you all on the 26th, so be prepared for a fun time. See ya there. Harrrr.
Davy Jones
Glad to hear that you will be join us!
I've added you to the guest list.
Groundhog246
July 10th, 2003, 08:54 PM
artw once bubbled...
edited to add did anyone ever make a decision on the possible Munson charter, or other shore dives (lock 21, morrisburg drifts) ? on Sunday?
I haven't heard anything, but would be up for some diving on Sunday and/or Monday. My wife wishes to "Hog" Aug 10 (requires 50 dives) and needs about 16 dives before then.
Fat_Tony
July 11th, 2003, 08:01 AM
My wife and I are looking forward to meeting all you guys and gals. Thanks for organizing this Taz. Just a side note Im newly certified and my wife while she has done over 100 dives hasnt been diving in 2 years and has never diven in cold water.
Thanks,
Paul
Groundhog246
July 11th, 2003, 08:22 AM
Hmm. Does she have a suitable exposure suit? While Brockville is not (hopefully) as cold as Georgian Bay, it's not tropical. And 2 years is a long time. I'd speak to the LDS where you've just trained (and presumably spent some $$) and see if they could arrange a checkout dive or 2, possibly in a pool first. I know the LDS we frequent would be more than pleased to in similar circumstances. In fact if they didn't know you and/or you indicated a 2 year hiatus, they would probably insist on it before renting you gear, or signing you up for a charter. I assume she's had her regs, etc serviced?
canuckdiver
July 11th, 2003, 08:28 AM
Groundhog246 once bubbled...
I haven't heard anything, but would be up for some diving on Sunday and/or Monday. My wife wishes to "Hog" Aug 10 (requires 50 dives) and needs about 16 dives before then.
If you are going to be sticking around the area on the sunday and monday, I start my vacation that week, so we could hook up for some dives somewhere.
Fat_Tony
July 11th, 2003, 09:43 AM
Groundhog,
We will be renting all our gear. Her 3mm shorty is no good up here :).
Thanks,
Paul
taz22
July 11th, 2003, 10:48 AM
FYI, during my shore dive here in Brockville this morning had a water temp of 68F.
It is so good to be able to wear a 5mm suit and no hood!
snuggle
July 11th, 2003, 12:30 PM
hey there tazz can you add me to that list...will be good to finally meet people from this board..
taz22
July 11th, 2003, 01:26 PM
snuggle once bubbled...
hey there tazz can you add me to that list...will be good to finally meet people from this board..
I have added you to the list. Looking forward to meeting you!
Cheers! :)
cobaltbabe
July 11th, 2003, 01:37 PM
Man we need to rent a hall by the sounds of it. This is great that so many are coming. Should be a blast. :)
jrtonkin
July 11th, 2003, 04:34 PM
I should be showing up as well.
Jamie
taz22
July 12th, 2003, 10:08 AM
jrtonkin once bubbled...
I should be showing up as well.
Jamie
Have added you to the list.
When I re-confirmed the numbers for our reservation at Buds on the Bay today they were quite impressed to see that we will have about 40 divers for dinner. They have placed us under the shelter that runs the full lenght of the patio.
Should be a good party! :D
Groundhog246
July 14th, 2003, 08:52 AM
Looking back through the threads, I only see directions to Buds. Are we all meeting at the Connie in the morning? Or joining up somewhere else first? I was looking through Kohls book on the weekend and didn't see drving directions.
I also saw a Brockville Wall dive mentioned. Can it be done from shore?
DivingGal
July 14th, 2003, 09:33 AM
Getting to the Connestoga...
For a leisurely drive from Brockville, you can head east on Hwy 2 until you reach Cardinal, or being more efficient, take the 401 and get off the exit for county road 22. (In either case you pass Prescott ... but if you hit Cornwall you've gone waaaay too far) Timing is about 30-45 minutes depending on which route, and speed you’re going.
For the former (hwy 2) at the first major intersection turn right and head to the Canadian Legion. For the latter (401) just go straight and you should reach the same intersection.
At the Legion's parking lot, follow the road past the Legion out onto the dirt road on the causeway approximately 1 km. You will see the engine protruding from the water (left side in the St Lawrence River).
Just a heads up, although there is parking, it is limited, and the road/causeway very narrow (unless you're lucky if you drive in, you'll be backing all the way out).
From the Connestoga to the Rothsay....
Head back along hwy 2, go through Prescott (stopping for a bite to eat if you are hungry) A short distance (1.75 Km) west of Prescott, on the left side, there is a Historic Marker along the commemorating Justus Sherwood and a very and small parking area that can accommodate about a dozen cars. New this year is a port-a-potty and a "change" area. (if you pass the Dewar's Inn you've gone to far)
If these directions are not clear, or you want to do the "convoy" thing. Let Taz or I know.
Bubble Boy
July 14th, 2003, 10:10 AM
Last week county road 22 (Shanly Road) had a detour on it due to consturction. Hopefully they will be done before the 26th. It is well signed and Cardinal is not that big.
taz22
July 14th, 2003, 11:26 AM
Bubble Boy once bubbled...
Last week county road 22 (Shanly Road) had a detour on it due to consturction. Hopefully they will be done before the 26th. It is well signed and Cardinal is not that big.
I hope that you will be able to join us. Always nice to place a name to a face!
:D
snuggle
July 14th, 2003, 09:30 PM
evening folks can anyone give me directions from windsor...thanks..
Groundhog246
July 14th, 2003, 11:07 PM
snuggle once bubbled...
evening folks can anyone give me directions from windsor...thanks..
Get on the 401, Eastbound and keep going. If you enter Quebec you've gone just a bit too far. :D We're travelling from Kitchener, probably about 2.5 to 3 hours along you're trip. I hope we can be away from here early to mid-afternoon Friday. I prefer setting up camp (tent) before dark. We could try and hook up as you pass if you'd like. PM me if you're interested.
We'll probably take the 407 (and pay the toll) as it gets you to the far side of TO quite a bit faster during rush hours.
DivingGal
July 15th, 2003, 06:14 AM
For those diving at this event, the organizers have a release form that needs to be completed for our first formal organized event. For those already on the list, you'll be receiving a PM shortly on what is required. For those not on the list drop a PM to get your name added and get the instructions.
Boogie711
July 15th, 2003, 09:46 PM
I'm going to make it! I'm going to make it! I'm going to make it!
(For those of you who don't understand what that means, it means basically - I'm going to make it. I will indeed be attending.)
You can all run away in shock and horror now. I know you were probably reconciled to having an event without me, and it must have been horrible disappointing for everyone, but you can relax - Boogie711 is going to be in the house!
So is Seacur (John). We'll be driving from Kitchener/Stratford early on Friday morning - we hope to get in by Noon or 2pm and dive Friday afternoon and evening somewhere, all day Saturday, and maybe a quick dive on Sunday morning before heading home.
I understand this is terrible exciting news to everyone, so I'm going to ask that the dinner invites be kept to a minimum. Also, if you're planning on lauding me with gifts, it has to be small enough to fit into John's minivan, and we have a lot of gear, so remember - just because it's small doesn't mean I don't know it's expensive. Gold, Diamonds or Suunto Vytec computers will do quite nicely....
(And before the flame wars start, YES I'M KIDDING YOU MORONS! :D :wacko: :D :wacko: :D
(OK - just mostly kidding about the gifts. I am indeed coming.)
JohnF
July 15th, 2003, 09:58 PM
Boogie711 once bubbled...
I'm going to make it! I'm going to make it! I'm going to make it!
Folks, that's what he sounded like tonight at Gulliver's dancing around trying to get out of his semi-dry suit to head for the potty. Sadly a lot of folks heard him. I think it was the deciding factor for them in the choice between Brockville & Gilboa on the 26th. They've decided on Gilboa. Who can blame them?
JohnF
Boogie711
July 15th, 2003, 10:02 PM
If you had actually took us where we were supposed to be going instead of swimming aimlessly into the middle of nowhere, maybe we could have finished the dive in a reasonable amount of time and I could have discreetly ungeared and slipped off to the bathrooms.
No - Mr. "Compass - who needs a stinking compass" decides to do the circuitous tour of Gullivers. As a result, Jeff ends up running across a parking lot screaming out "Someone undo this zipper - I have to pee!"
Damned Mares Isotherm semi-dry.
JohnF
July 15th, 2003, 10:17 PM
Boogie711 once bubbled...
No - Mr. "Compass - who needs a stinking compass" decides to do the circuitous tour of Gullivers. As a result, Jeff ends up running across a parking lot screaming out "Someone undo this zipper - I have to pee!"
Damned Mares Isotherm semi-dry.
My internal compass got silted out. I have an old bladder and a pristine drysuit, and I don't remember me humiliating myself doing a peepee dance in front of all those strangers. You have TB my son. (tiny bladder)
JohnF
Groundhog246
July 16th, 2003, 08:16 AM
Man, I am sooo sorry I missed that. :D Isotherm? Dry Suit? Gullivers is 75F! What will you do when it gets cold? :out:
Sorry I couldn't make it along last night, sounds like you had fun. I worked till 9:30pm on some work upgrades. We do hope to head out there this eve.
Glad to hear you're coming to Brockville. I thought you were going to Toby.
Boogie711
July 16th, 2003, 08:22 AM
who lives and does most of his diving on the Bruce Peninsula. Two weeks ago I was diving and the surface temperature was 42 degrees. What in the WORLD would I do with a 3/2 mil wetsuit??? :)
And John was testing his new drysuit valve. It was leaking on him earlier, so he got some verbal directions from the nice folks at Bare on how to repair the thing. Works like a charm now.
But yes - it was definitely very warm. And apparently, when you're floating in warm water... :embarr:
Groundhog246
July 16th, 2003, 08:32 AM
Yeah, I knew that. ;) I know at least one guy who takes his drysuit to Cozumel. :confused: It does look a little silly, something like watching a guy with doubles wading in when it's 25 ffw max.
JohnF
July 16th, 2003, 08:59 AM
Groundhog246 once bubbled...
Man, I am sooo sorry I missed that. :D Isotherm? Dry Suit? Gullivers is 75F! What will you do when it gets cold? :out:
Sorry I couldn't make it along last night, sounds like you had fun. I worked till 9:30pm on some work upgrades. We do hope to head out there this eve.
Glad to hear you're coming to Brockville. I thought you were going to Toby.
I dove my drysuit to test the fix the Bare service dude suggested by phone. It worked, my thanks to the Bare folks. And you're right, the drysuit is a bit much in Gulliver's. Jeff, on the other hand dove his semi-dry cuz he's a wimp.
JohnF
cat
July 16th, 2003, 03:47 PM
That's a lot of people to be diving the wrecks at one time - especially given the parking situation (which will be ugly, even with carpooling). Any merit in splitting ourselves up into two shifts, with one group doing the Conestoga first and the other the Rothesay, then switching?
Groundhog246
July 16th, 2003, 04:03 PM
I don't know the area at all, but that sounds like it might be a good plan. How many other divers (not with our group) are there likely to be at either site?
cobaltbabe
July 16th, 2003, 04:12 PM
Groundhog246 once bubbled...
I don't know the area at all, but that sounds like it might be a good plan. How many other divers (not with our group) are there likely to be at either site?
I was talking to my LDS today and they have a club charter going to Brockville on Sunday. They usually take quite a few. I would think there will be alot of divers no matter how you slice it.
snuggle
July 16th, 2003, 06:09 PM
how or who is going to be in charge of pairing people up for the dives..and is there going to be anyone camping for the weekend..im hoping to pull in sometime friday morning and stay till sunday..and is anyone going to be staying at pleasure park campgrounds?if not where is everyone going to be staying to stay together
taz22
July 16th, 2003, 06:19 PM
Our dive club in June pulled off having approx 30 people diving the Connie at the same time.
What does the group think?
Do you wish to dive in two separate groups in the morning and then have the mass dive in Brockville in the afternoon?
snuggle
July 16th, 2003, 07:55 PM
i think that having that many divers diving at the same time isnt a wise thing to do..considering everyones experience and all..
cobaltbabe
July 16th, 2003, 09:30 PM
snuggle once bubbled...
i think that having that many divers diving at the same time isnt a wise thing to do..considering everyones experience and all..
It's a large area. There are always tons of divers around anyway. It will be fun. ;)
DivingGal
July 17th, 2003, 11:09 AM
Taz and I got together and have worked out a plan that we hope is suitable to all those that are coming.
We're a large group and as we really don't want to overwhelm any of the dive sites with an invasion (remember, we're not going to be the only ones at these sites) here's the plan:
Everyone who wants to dive as a group meet at the parking lot by Sea & Sky in Prescott. Then split the large group into three smaller ones. Each of the smaller group going to a different site and rotating through the three sites (Rothesay, Connestoga, Brockville water park).
The Brockville site will have Taz there all day greeting, meeting and diving with you.
The leading for the Rothesay and the Connie dives will be shared by Barb and I.
Diving details:
08:30 Meet at the parking lot at Sea & Sky we'll be there with balloons on the cars. Please park near the store, to leave dock area for the divers.
(Directions - Take the 401, exit # 716 for Prescott, go east towards the river. Go to the very end, turn right onto King Street, go 1 block, turn left at the clock tower, go to the end and turn left into the parking lot)
Everyone will get a "dive package" with info on the three sites, and directions to each. If you've forgotten stuff, Sea & Sky is open for business (and air and nitrox fills -- remember to bring your c-card ). Choose your starting site, and one of the leaders will head off with a group.
Dive the day away, then get ready for the 6pm - OFWF Official end of Day Dinner at ‘Buds on the Bay’
Groundhog246
July 17th, 2003, 04:18 PM
DivingGal once bubbled...
Taz and I got together and have worked out a plan that we hope is suitable to all those that are coming.
Now that sounds truly organized. Thanks again for the time and effort you and Taz are putting into this. Is it Sea & Sky we'll be getting air from re: Taz's earlier post?
canuckdiver
July 17th, 2003, 04:30 PM
sounds great guys, and thanks again for organizing this for us!
DivingGal
July 17th, 2003, 05:49 PM
Groundhog246 once bubbled...
Now that sounds truly organized. Thanks again for the time and effort you and Taz are putting into this. Is it Sea & Sky we'll be getting air from re: Taz's earlier post?
What Taz said was this....
I have worked put a special air fill rate with our local Brockville Dive Shop for our July 26th event, if you pay in cash ( costs money to use the debit machine ). PM me for details as I don't want to turn this into a commercial announcement, it is more just my way of saying a little thank you to everyone who is coming and may need air. Sorry Nitrox is not available at this location, but is available at Abucs out Hwy #2 at Long Beach, will see if Helen will give us a special on Nitrox.
Which is absolutely fantastic... but as it's in Brockville, and we're meeting in Prescott, I just thought I'd mention the availability of the air and nitrox there.
taz22
July 17th, 2003, 06:00 PM
DivingGal once bubbled...
What Taz said was this....
Which is absolutely fantastic... but as it's in Brockville, and we're meeting in Prescott, I just thought I'd mention the availability of the air and nitrox there.
Without trying to sound like a commercial annoucement, let's try to support both operations and buy air as need from both the Prescott and Brockville store. Which ever one is near when you need air.
cat
July 17th, 2003, 06:09 PM
especially if someone else does the planning. Thanks DG and Taz!
*Three* shifts looks like a great solution - less cars at any one site and any OW instructors doing checkout dives that weekend won't find themselves swamped by Freaks. Just hope all this extra organizational stuff you're doing doesn't rob you of too much diving time.
Umm - have those waivers been PMed yet? Still haven't seen mine. I'll make an extra copy for "George Bush"... :D
taz22
July 17th, 2003, 07:57 PM
cat once bubbled...
especially if someone else does the planning. Thanks DG and Taz!
*Three* shifts looks like a great solution - less cars at any one site and any OW instructors doing checkout dives that weekend won't find themselves swamped by Freaks. Just hope all this extra organizational stuff you're doing doesn't rob you of too much diving time.
Umm - have those waivers been PMed yet? Still haven't seen mine. I'll make an extra copy for "George Bush"... :D
I'm trying to see if we can get Bill and Hillary to join in the fun!
I wonder, should we extend greetings to Paul Martin too?
:D
cobaltbabe
July 17th, 2003, 08:01 PM
Cat if you send me an email address I will forward you the waiver.
Groundhog246
July 17th, 2003, 08:59 PM
No problem supporting both shops. I asked, because staying at Happy Green Acres (West of Brockville), driving to Prescott for air, it would have to be a lot cheaper. Otoh, if we dive forst out that way, then filling em up, before we head back to Brockville would make sense. And the chance to visit as many shops as possible is welcomed (would be even better if my wife wasn't present :D )
We're the waivers sent out? I didn't get one. Maybe I mis-spelled my email address (and of course, I didn't save a copy so can't check) Should I PM DivingGal again or Cat? Boogie, did you get one?
cobaltbabe
July 17th, 2003, 09:04 PM
Groundhog, PM me your email and I will send it from my work email. :)
cat
July 17th, 2003, 09:40 PM
taz22 once bubbled...
I'm trying to see if we can get Bill and Hillary to join in the fun!
I wonder, should we extend greetings to Paul Martin too?
:D
Does Paul dive? Just so long as Stockwell stays away - Seadoos (even foreign knockoff seadoos) and divers don't mix.
Well, "Bill Clinton" hasn't confirmed yet - needs a bit more time (yo, Bill!). "He" didn't mention bringing Hillary - I just assumed that the "carload" meant scuba stuff.
"George" will be here - barring unforseen last minute screwups with the secret service or Car Force 1. Thanks, Taz, for coming up with such a good secret squirrel name for "George" - the one I was going to use was too much of a hint :D
Got the waiver from cobaltbabe, thanks.
Fat_Tony
July 18th, 2003, 12:29 AM
I think this is going to be very fun.
Paul
taz22
July 18th, 2003, 06:18 AM
cat once bubbled...
Does Paul dive? Just so long as Stockwell stays away - Seadoos (even foreign knockoff seadoos) and divers don't mix.
Well, "Bill Clinton" hasn't confirmed yet - needs a bit more time (yo, Bill!). "He" didn't mention bringing Hillary - I just assumed that the "carload" meant scuba stuff.
"George" will be here - barring unforseen last minute screwups with the secret service or Car Force 1.
I just figured everyone knew that most politicians ( including Paul ) were really good at blowing bubbles! As for Stockwell, well he's to busy working on his sun tan to join us!
:D
DivingGal
July 18th, 2003, 06:36 AM
As you may or may not know, with PMs we can't attach anything, hence my request for e-mails. If you didn't receive one, don't worry, I'll be bringing extras, just in case.
Just in case you didn't get one...
Just in case you've forgotten it a home....
Taz is right, supporting the local shops is the name of the game.
As for us not missing out on diving.... hehehe that's the real reason for the "splitting" of the group, us miss diving? I think not :D
PS
I'll be adding in one more page to the "OFWF Fun Day Package" to list some other shore dives, and Dive Charter operators for you die hard divers.
taz22
July 20th, 2003, 12:52 PM
Less than a week away now......
Did 2 morning charters and the water is nice an warm and the vis has improved over the last two weeks. Should be a blast!
Tom R
July 20th, 2003, 02:03 PM
The dive to the Munson is still on Need 6 people.
Tom
knives
July 20th, 2003, 03:27 PM
I am up for the Munson on Friday...got room for me Tom ?
:)
Fat_Tony
July 20th, 2003, 06:21 PM
Are there any OFWF t-shirts availiable?
Thanks,
Paul
Coyote
July 20th, 2003, 06:39 PM
Taz,
Can a displaced Ontarian take part in the diving festivites or are they reserved for current Ontarians? I'll probably be visiting my folks in Johnstown on the weekend.
Coyote
:stupid:
Brockvegas
July 20th, 2003, 07:58 PM
Hey all,
Just found this forum..Add me in to the group Taz for the party at at Buds.
taz22
July 20th, 2003, 08:12 PM
Coyote once bubbled...
Taz,
Can a displaced Ontarian take part in the diving festivites or are they reserved for current Ontarians? I'll probably be visiting my folks in Johnstown on the weekend.
Coyote
:stupid:
if you can make it...let me know and I'll add you to the list!
taz22
July 20th, 2003, 08:13 PM
Brockvegas once bubbled...
Hey all,
Just found this forum..Add me in to the group Taz for the party at at Buds.
added you for Buds...are you gonna dive with us too?
Groundhog246
July 20th, 2003, 09:17 PM
Tom R once bubbled...
The dive to the Munson is still on Need 6 people.
Tom
We can't be there till Friday eve. Anyone got diving planned for Sunday or Monday. We plan to hang around till Tuesday morning.
I don't know much about charter operators. Do they run through the week, or mostly weekends?
Coyote
July 20th, 2003, 10:24 PM
Do you know if Sea & Sky rents tanks or do they just do fills?
Bubble Boy
July 21st, 2003, 01:42 AM
Coyote once bubbled...
Do you know if Sea & Sky rents tanks or do they just do fills?
They do rent but this time of the year you might want to call first. There web site is http://www.diveseewayvision.com/page2.html if they are all out on rental then maybe Taz can line you up with one of the Brockville area shops.
Tom R
July 21st, 2003, 04:49 AM
Groundhog246 once bubbled...
We can't be there till Friday eve. Anyone got diving planned for Sunday or Monday. We plan to hang around till Tuesday morning.
I don't know much about charter operators. Do they run through the week, or mostly weekends?
There is charters available 7 days a week, just call and ask
Tom R
Brockvegas
July 21st, 2003, 08:06 AM
Dive Tech in Mallorytown has lots of rentals too.
www.divetech.ca
Divers Paradise in Brockville
http://www.diversparadise.net/
Both are great shops.
Brockvegas
July 21st, 2003, 08:18 AM
I'll see if I can make the Centeen park dive too.
Aquabella
July 21st, 2003, 05:22 PM
Wow guys, the list is looking good!
Unforunately I have to bail. Work calls!;-0
I hope you have a blast! Make sure to take pictures.
taz22
July 21st, 2003, 05:58 PM
Aquabella once bubbled...
Wow guys, the list is looking good!
Unforunately I have to bail. Work calls!;-0
I hope you have a blast! Make sure to take pictures.
No!!!! .....wah....sniff...sniff....Taz needs a Kleenex!
;-0 ;-0 ;-0 ;-0
Aquabella
July 21st, 2003, 06:15 PM
Aw shucks Tazzy...it's nice to be missed...thanks for the fuzzy:wigbun:
taz22
July 21st, 2003, 06:17 PM
Aquabella once bubbled...
Aw shucks Tazzy...it's nice to be missed...thanks for the fuzzy:wigbun:
sniff......Your Welcome...sniff....
Coyote
July 21st, 2003, 07:51 PM
Taz,
Put me down for Saturday. I'm not 100% sure if I'll be going to Buds yet. :confused: I have to wait and see if my folks have anything planned for supper. I'll definitely be doing the dives. I'll be there with bells on......not much else mind you. :whoa:
Barry
JohnF
July 21st, 2003, 08:07 PM
Coyote once bubbled...
Taz,
Put me down for Saturday. I'm not 100% sure if I'll be going to Buds yet. :confused: I have to wait and see if my folks have anything planned for supper. I'll definitely be doing the dives. I'll be there with bells on......not much else mind you. :whoa:
Barry
We seriously appreciate the warning. Bad enuf I have to share a tent with Booger. Don't need no nekkid down east dudes hanging out there too. If you promise to remain fully clothed (in the dive fashion) you are welcome to join us for our dives. We'll do our best to uphold the safe diving standards of DIR, though Booger and I are only wannabees and not real DIR dudes.
JohnF
Fat_Tony
July 22nd, 2003, 11:41 PM
I cant wait ....
Coyote
July 23rd, 2003, 11:47 AM
Taz,
I just wanted to confirm that you have me down for Saturday.
Barry aka Coyote
Brockvegas
July 23rd, 2003, 11:54 AM
I won't be diving in the am..I have a garage sale to run...yipee
I am selling used diving gear if anyone is interested..
taz22
July 23rd, 2003, 03:13 PM
Coyote once bubbled...
Taz,
I just wanted to confirm that you have me down for Saturday.
Barry aka Coyote
I do have you down on my sheet. For some reason I can't go back in and edit my original post any longer.
The Scuba gods are having some fun with me I think!
:D
taz22
July 23rd, 2003, 06:08 PM
A special note.....to everyone!
Make sure your bring your camera and plenty of film!
Coyote
July 23rd, 2003, 07:14 PM
My first dives with my new computer:bounce: I just picked up a Sherwood Profile tonight.
Barry
canuckdiver
July 23rd, 2003, 07:20 PM
the closer this gets, the more I am looking forward to it!
It's gonna be a great weekend guys!
Groundhog246
July 23rd, 2003, 07:49 PM
Everyone's excited here. My wife has started packing.:D Would be better if she knew how to travel light. :( All our dive gear is loaded except 3 cylinders to pick up from our LDS tomorrow.
Now if the weather gods will just shine upon us :niceday: it'll be an great weekend.
Is anyone else bringing along non-divers? We've an 11 year old who will be snorkelling.
Fat_Tony
July 24th, 2003, 10:35 AM
What is the actual number of people that are going to attend?
Paul
artw
July 24th, 2003, 11:34 AM
Brockvegas once bubbled...
I am selling used diving gear if anyone is interested..
Hey BV
Could you give us a sneak preview of what might be available at your yard sale:) (dive gear of course)
taz22
July 24th, 2003, 12:18 PM
Fat_Tony once bubbled...
What is the actual number of people that are going to attend?
Paul
Looks to be between 35 to 40 right now!
cat
July 24th, 2003, 07:45 PM
Flying down early tomorrow sooo - if anyone wants to dive Friday afternoon or early evening in Kingston or Brockville (Munson looks a little deep for me on air) PM in the next couple of hours for my cell! Wahoooo! Cat
Tom R
July 24th, 2003, 07:52 PM
Need some Nirtox? :wacko:
cobaltbabe
July 24th, 2003, 07:58 PM
cat once bubbled...
Flying down early tomorrow sooo - if anyone wants to dive Friday afternoon or early evening in Kingston or Brockville (Munson looks a little deep for me on air) PM in the next couple of hours for my cell! Wahoooo! Cat
How deep is the Munson? I have never been.
JohnF
July 24th, 2003, 07:58 PM
Tom R once bubbled...
Need some Nirtox? :wacko:
That would be the new mixed gas with no MOD?
JohnF
FreeFloat
July 24th, 2003, 10:51 PM
Groundhog246 once bubbled...
Is anyone else bringing along non-divers? We've an 11 year old who will be snorkelling. [/B]
There are three of us in our party - myself and Daby Jones who are snorkellers/freedivers (depending on conditions) and one non-water-baby (seven years old) who will likely stay ashore or on our small boat.
cobaltbabe once bubbled...
For those who are staying in camp grounds, where are you staying? We want to try to stay in the same site. Thank you, CB:)
...Our club (Ajax Scuba) is camping at Rideau Acres Campground, 1014 Cunningham Rd Kingston 613-546-2711 since we are doing some Kingston wrecks Sat/Sun. Hope you found something CB. I hope you all enjoy your dives and look forward to connecting Sat night....
cobaltbabe
July 25th, 2003, 03:58 PM
Might just be a little too deep for this newbie. Oh well maybe next time. ;) I have only been to 80-85 feet so far.
Tom R
July 25th, 2003, 04:57 PM
not a problem, Taking everyone out to the Glendora.
Me
James Pate
Dan
Bev
Nancy
Cat
Marc
Sister R
Hopefully we'll get some good Pics
Tom R
DivingGal
July 25th, 2003, 05:17 PM
I would have... honest. But I had to return home to re-pack the car (was in Brockville for the week)... next time, I'm there.
cobaltbabe
July 25th, 2003, 06:17 PM
Life sometimes isn't fair, and with that said, it looks like Ontario Diver and I will have to catch the next get together. We will try, but the chances are we will be a no show. Have a blast and take lots of pics so we can see how much fun you all had. Dive safely and catch you next time. :yellow: :cheers:
Tom R
July 25th, 2003, 08:07 PM
The dive went well, sorry no pics technical malfunction
Me
James Pate
Dan
Bev
Nancy
Sister R
Vinnie
Tom
Fat_Tony
July 27th, 2003, 09:02 AM
Guys,
Thanks for the great day of diving. It was very fun. I hope we can get together again some time soon.
Thanks,
Paul
Groundhog246
August 5th, 2003, 06:42 PM
A belated thank you, especially to Taz and DivingGal, we just got home from our vacation. The diving was great and was great to meet you all. We stayed over a bit and did Lock21 the the Connie for a second time. Lock21 was great, except someone had cut the ropes (I suspect the boater camped near the exit point, with coils of similar rope piled by his boat trailer) to and from shore.
We look forward to the next (bigger and better?) get together.
