First Step

[Sask Diver]

I finnished my open water course this past weekend and it is a great feeling.
The water temp was a balmey 40 degree's, which was ok, I was quite warm untill I did my mask removal skill, then I felt how cold the water really was.

Had a little trouble getting my mask to seal again, trying to tuck it in my hood with bulky 5mm gloves on was quite an experince.
I would like to thank all those that gave me help with ear clearing techniques back when I started the cwpart of the course, no problems at all this weekend.

Looking forward to diving again next weekend

 

[TSandM]

Congratulations on your certification! 40 degrees is COLD -- were you diving wet? If so, kudos to you! I've never been wet in water that cold (and never will be).

Cold water gear makes you clumsy. It takes a lot of practice before things like settling your mask are smooth and easy. Don't worry about it; you'll get there, if you keep at it.

 

[knowone]

Mask off has always crapped me off and always will. Sealing and clearing will come. Divers should be born with removable hair. Everywhere.
Very good.

 

[Mike Boswell]

40 degrees??? Fahrenheit??? Wet or dry, you Canadians are a rugged breed.

In California, we don't even allow our Lemonade to get that cold!

 

[Scuba.com]

Congratulations!!!

40 degrees??? Good grief! I learned in Puget Sound (a day or two ago... ) and that was cold enough! You have my respect already!

Enjoy!!!

 

[Sask Diver]

40 degrees??? Fahrenheit??? Wet or dry, you Canadians are a rugged breed.

In California, we don't even allow our Lemonade to get that cold!

LOL yes 40 degrees fahrenheit, and I wore a 7mm wetsiut, be awhile before I can afford a drysuit.
I would like to get another course under my belt first and also buy a dive computer.