It was great to be out on the water for a weekend of wreck diving in beautiful Georgian Bay on Saturday, July 23 and Sunday, July 24, 2022 on interesting wrecks such as the Lottie Wolfe.
Date: Saturday, July 23 to Sunday, July 24
Time: Arrive in the Penetanguishene area on Friday evening, July 22, to be ready for an early start on Saturday morning at Cedar Point. If you drive up Saturday morning, please allow contingency time for your early arrival.
Schedule:
- Arrival Time: Divers are asked to be at the Cedar Point Dock at 7:30 am on Saturday, July 23 and Sunday, July 24, for check-in, loading and orientation. You will be emailed directions to Cedar Point.
- Leaving the Dock: Our boat (the Georgian Ranger) departs at 8:00 am from Cedar Point. Be early because the boat leaves promptly. The boat returns at approximately 4:00-5:00 pm.
Location
Cedar Point Dock is at:
Dock Lane, Cedar Point, ON L9M 1R3
Here’s the map
Divemaster: Martin Bonert, NAUI Instructor 33907
Description:
- Recreactional dives for certified divers who become members of Blue North Scuba. Join now — we are open to all certified divers
- Diving from the Georgian Ranger boat, boarding at the Cedar Point dock.
- Some of the shipwrecks include the following:
- Many of the shipwrecks are in the 10m / 30’ depth range, with only one or two in the 20m / 60’ depth range.
- Shallower dives tend to be warmer, so for thermal protection, all you need is a wetsuit with hood, boots, and gloves. You do not need to bring or rent a drysuit.
- The dives are suitable for a range of experience in diving, and are ideal for getting back underwater again.
- There will be 4 to 6 dives for the weekend.
Welcome Aboard!
- Coffee, Timbits and fresh fruit will be available when you arrive on board.
- Soft drinks and water will be available throughout day.
- A hot lunch is provided.
- The food and drink is supplied for you as part of the package. However, it is up to the individual if you would like to provide a tip for Helen, the Captain’s wife, who organizes and prepares the refreshments and lunch.
Requirements to participate in the dive
- Fill in the annual Membership Application form
- Pay your annual Blue North $80 membership fee – Payable by eTransfer to: bluenorthscuba@gmail.com
- Fill in the Blue North Registration Form for Western Islands, Georgian Bay.
- Pay your $270 Dive Fees by eTransfer to bluenorthscuba@gmail.com for the 2-day weekend with 4-6 dives aboard the Georgian Ranger dive boat.
- Fill in the annual OUC Communicable Disease Liability Release and Assumption of Risk Agreement once you are given your OUC number for this year
- Bring your vaccination receipt to show you are fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Get it online if you don’t have it.
- Before leaving home, assess your personal health situation by following the recommendations on the Covid-19 Self-Screening Questionnaire. Stay home if you feel unwell or have symptoms of Covid-19.
Scuba Gear:
Bring all your own scuba gear – including TWO TANKS
- Sample list of dive shops in the Toronto area who rent gear
- Sample list of scuba gear to bring on the dive trip
Air Fills:
Air fills will be available at Neptune’s Locker Dive Shop after the Saturday dive. It’s located in the village of Tiny, Ontario.
Accommodation: Check the internet for motels, cottages, camping, etc. close to the new dock location at Cedar Point.
Club Policies
Club dive policies
Questions or Comments?
Contact bluenorthscuba@gmail.com .
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