Shore diving Saturday, July 18, 2026
for Blue North Members
Dive Site: Welland Scuba Park.
Registration: Send $15 shore dive fee by eTransfer to bluenorthscuba@gmail.com
Divemaster: Steve Meggeson, NAUI Divemaster
Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
Time:
– 9:30 am for first dive.
– 12:45 pm for second dive.
Type of dive: Shore dive.
Max number of scuba divers: 10
Number of dives: 2
Dive Site Description: Maximum depth for this shore dive is 35 ft. The old Welland Canal was closed in 1972. In 2005, the city designated the former canal a passive waterway. Niagara Divers Association developed a plan to locate a scuba park in one section of the waterway between the Lincoln Street Bridge to the north and the old Train bridge to the south. There are training platforms, wrecks, a sunken submarine, and an interesting spot for diving under the old swing bridge where fish congregate around the pilings.
Dive Site street address: Southeast corner of Lincoln St. and Denistoun St.
– Between the Lincoln Street Bridge to the north and the old Train bridge to the south.
– See the map below.
– What to expect underwater: Read the article on the Welland Scuba Park from Pelham Today.
Meeting location: At the dive site.
Driving time from Toronto: 2.5 hours.
Level of Experience: Novice to Experienced.
Suitable for Newly certified divers? Yes!
– Divers of all levels, including newly certified divers and experienced divers looking for a fun outing, or maybe to try out some new gear in a safe location.
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Registration
Registration: Send $15 shore dive fee by eTransfer to bluenorthscuba@gmail.com
Blue North’s minimum requirements
- Age requirement: 18 years of age (or discuss with DM if younger).
- Certification requirement: Open Water Scuba Diver or above, certified by a recognized agency.
- Membership Requirement, Part 1: Divers have filled in the annual BN Scuba Profile & Waiver.
- Membership Requirement, Part 2: Divers have paid annual fees: (a) Blue North Scuba Club membership fee $20. (b) Ontario Underwater Council (OUC) membership fee $50.
- Membership Requirement, Part 3: Divers will abide by the Blue North dive policies.
- Club dive fee: Paid at least one week in advance for this dive – $15 by eTransfer to bluenorthscuba@gmail.com
- OUC Release (annual) has been signed and valid at least 24 hr. before the event, with Blue North listed as one of your clubs.
Photos from last year’s dive
photo credits: Martin Bonert, Behrang Mohajer
Plan your trip
Divers are expected to bring everything they need for a day of diving, including:
– water
– sunscreen, hat
– your own lunch (Note: there is a Tim’s and McDonald’s nearby, but you may lose your parking spot.)
– all your own dive gear
– two tanks.
Scuba Gear:
– Bring all your own scuba gear, including two tanks.
– The water is a typical Ontario temperature for mid summer, so expect to need a “double 7 mm” wetsuit with hood, gloves and boots.
– Sample list of scuba gear to bring on the dive trip
Transportation:
Need a Ride / Give a Ride: Use the dive trip whatsapp to determine ride shares.
If you are driving, please offer a ride to your fellow divers.
Accommodation:
Use the dive trip whatsapp to determine where most of the group are staying, and to find a roommate.
You are responsible for booking your own accommodation. Check the internet for motels, cottages, B&B, camping, etc. to find something that’s right for you. Use the dive trip whatsapp to communicate with other divers.
Some people make this a one-day event, driving up and back the same day. Some people stay overnight. Check the internet to find something that’s right for you. Your Divemaster may have a suggestion.
Questions? Contact us.
Club Policies:
Read the Club dive policies.
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