New in Ottawa

[DrownedRat]

Hi all,
just wanted to say hello to everyone. I'm a new diver here in Ottawa and just looking for info on some good spots/dive clubs. I don't know any divers and would love to hookup with any interested parties. Like I say, I'm a new diver so I'd like to take it slow with some nice easy dives ;-)

Cheers

 

[barb]

Check out the Ontario Fresh Water Freaks section on the board. You'll find lots of suggestions for good dives in and around the area.
Unfortunately, I have'nt found any good spots in Ottawa but some day I may give the river a try - vis there is'nt so good though I here.
If you're looking for buddies try joining a club in the area. Some of the divestores have clubs.
Come to the OFWF BBQ on July 26th and meet some other divers.
Happy Diving!!!

 

[DrownedRat]

Mmmm BBQ. Thanks for the tips. I'm staying out of the Ottawa river (agreed on the vis issue). Guess I'll stick to the St.Lawrence for now

Cheers

 

[greg somers]

I was in Ottawa 2 years ago and hooked up with someone on this very board and dived across the Quebec border at a quarry and we also dived at Brampton in the St.L on some wrecks. She is a Padi divemaster and can hook you up with the local info. She's a great lady and goes by the monicker of Divegal on the site here. Maybe give her a private email and arrange to meet. I think there's a few others on site as well. Beautiful city you live in.
Cheers Big Ears,
The Thunder from Down Under,
The Gasman

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[DrownedRat]

Thanks for the tip mate ;-) I've gotten plenty of info so far (this really is a great/friendly board!!). I know the quarry you're talking about, and it's pretty sweet (just a little chilly though). I't a nice place to practice for us newbies

Cheers

 

[FSUgly]

Welcome aboard! Enjoy the Sport.....


Tom

 

[DrownedRat]

Thanks Tom! Everyone here has been really great so far. I've even managed to hook up with a group via the board already and I'm joining a dive next wednesday

Can't wait to hit the water!!