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Highlight of the Summer: Begg Rock & San Nicolas
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This was the highlight of the summer, or perhaps the year! We made it to Begg Rock and San Nicolas Island! It has been two years since the last time we made it there.
When we boarded the Peace Dive Boat in the evening of August 23rd, the planned departure time told us we had a good chance of making it to Begg Rock and San Nicolas Island. We woke up early on September 24th to find the elusive rock in our sight.
As we descended down along the bow anchor, we saw a field of white metridium sea anemone below us. The surface of the rock was completely covered with colorful invertebrates: sea anemones, sea cucumbers, feather duster worms, barnacles, nudibranchs, etc. The fish in the area are huge. It was a treat to see many large male sheepheads confidently swimming around. We enjoyed two dives at Begg Rock, and then moved to dive sites around San Nicolas Island. Needless to say, there were a boat full of happy divers.
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September Local Dive Trip Highlight - Santa Barbara Island
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Standing roughly 33 nautical miles away from the mainland as one of the smallest Channel Islands, Santa Barbara Island is a tiny, isolated piece of land poking out from the wraparound blue. Often a target for unforgiving currents and swell, it’s not every day when you’re greeted with near-perfect conditions at her frequently sought-after reefs. Mother ocean was probably feeling a bit generous this day, as we were fortunate enough to be one of the few lucky divers.
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New Overseas Trip: Anilao, Philippines & Okinawa/Yonaguni
Anilao: March 23 - 30, 2020
Okinawa: March 30 - April 5, 2020
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We have the details on our 2020 trip to Philippines with optional Okinawa extension posted to our website. Both parts of this expedition will be co-hosted by Ocean Safari’s resident macro photography enthusiast and nudibranch geek, Megumi Itoh.
This is one of the few resort-based dive trips for Ocean Safari, which means this would be a good trip to bring your non-diver friends and family member.
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Newfoundland, Canada Dive & Eco Expedition 2020
May 15 - 24, 2020
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Prepare for a serious adventure if you embark on this trip! We will spend 7 full days of exploring the Atlantic Ocean from above and underwater, surrounded by the unique scenery of Northeast America. Water will be 32°F (this trip isn’t for the faint of heart!) but the hardcore participants will be rewarded with the 100ft + visibility.
This is also a land-based tour. There will be plenty to see and do for both divers and non-diving adventurers. Come experience the rugged coastline of the Newfoundland, and discover the rich history of one of the oldest towns in North America.
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October Events, Seminars and Courses
10/9 - Freediving Pool Workshop 2
10/10 - Advanced Scuba Technique Pool Workshop 2
10/16 - Rescue Diving Pool Workshop 1
10/19 - Underwater Navigation Seminar
10/19 - Marine Life Identification Seminar
10/24 - Rescue Diving Pool Workshop 2
10/26 - Lost at Sea Seminar - Crisis Prevention and Management
10/26 - Nitrox Certification Seminar
10/30 - Advanced Scuba Technique Pool Workshop 1
Ongoing Advanced and Master Scuba Diver Certification Courses
We schedule our Advanced and Master Scuba Diver courses to fit your schedule. Join our award-winning certification courses!
Ongoing Scuba Diver Certification Course
New class starts every two weeks.
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Upcoming Local Dives and Events
10/2-6 Northern California Dive/Camp/Eco Adventure
10/12 Lobster Night - Bottom Scratcher
10/13 Catalina Island - Bottom Scratcher
10/27 Beach Diving
11/2 Pelican Reserve - Peace
Full 2019 trip schedule can be viewed on our website.
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We Have the New Atomic BC2 BCD in Stock
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The BC2 is the back inflation evolution of the acclaimed Atomic BC series. The Atomic BC2 incorporates the same futuristic, incredibly tough, corrosion-resistant materials as the jacket-style BC1. A result of the Atomic “design studio” approach, the BC2 is a radical design departure from conventional back inflation BCs and is the TOUGHEST BACK INFLATION BC in the world.
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Get a Free Scubapro Transmitter!
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Have you been thinking of getting a dive computer? Wait no longer!
Purchase either an air-integrated Galileo HUD (regularly $1699, now $1399) - save $300, or an air-integrated G2 wrist (regularly $1399, now $1050) - save $349, and receive a free transmitter. While suppies last.
Available only at participating authorized SCUBAPRO dealers until December 3, 2019.
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Extra Warmth Without Extra Weights
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ExoWear is the new lightweight, layerable and neutrally buoyant exposure-protection garment that provides maximum thermal warmth and protection against the harshest elements.
Designed for those exhilarating watersport adventures like diving, kayaking and stand up paddle boarding, ExoWear is BARE’s most versatile line of full suits, jackets, tops, pants, shorts, and accessories.
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Olympus TG-6 and Underwater Accessories
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The lightweight, compact Tough TG-6 is ready for adventure. It is waterproof (to 50ft), shockproof (from 7ft), and dustproof. It can focus as closely as 1cm, and optional light guide and flash diffusers allow for ultra-closeups. It features a 12MP (1/2.3") sensor, image stabilization, 25-100mm equivalent F2.0-4.9 lens.
The PT-059 underwater housing for TG-6 is waterproof to 147ft, and it allows for all camera functions to be controlled while underwater.
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