UW Outlaw's Pumpkin Dive
Location: Lake Chaparral in Calgary
Date: Oct 14, 2023 - subject to change
What: Carve a pumpkin underwater
Cost:
Hosted By: Underwater Outlaws Scuba Club
RSVP to: info@albertaunderwatercouncil.com
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Event Times:
9:45 am Registration
10:00am Dive Briefing
3:00 pm
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Bring a pumpkin for carving, carving tools, extra weight (for inside pumpkin), collection bag for pumpkin guts, dive gear.
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Must be an Underwater Outlaws member (in good standing). Membership may be renewed on-site for $40 cash.
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Rules for Pumpkin Carving
You can write on your pumpkin before entering the water. But you cannot pierce your pumpkin beforehand. Prizes for best carved pumpkins.
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DIVE EVENT & Safety Protocols to be followed (where applicable):
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​ LIMITED numbers of participants via PRE-REGISTRATION Required for Divers and/or Family or Shore Support Volunteers
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MUST have COLD-WATER dive experience prior to registering
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WAIVERS/RISK AWARENESS FORMS must be read & voluntarily signed prior to participation (everyone, no exceptions)
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MUST BE PRESENT at Dive Safety Briefing prior to participating in event dive(s)
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MUST follow standard dive safety guidelines & all directions of event organizers/volunteers
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COVID/PUBLIC HEALTH: Minimize interaction and maintain physical distance of at least 2 meters (6 ft) if applicable
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COVID/PUBLIC HEALTH: IF COVID signs/symptoms present or suspected - do not participate, protect yourself and others
Divers, Remember to Bring:
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All your dive gear and tanks - 2 tanks, BC, regulators, drysuit/wetsuit, mask, snorkel, fins, boots, weights, dive computer, hood, gloves, cutting device, a small tarp to change on. Contact your favourite AB local Dive Shop (LDS) for gear rental reservations
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Other dive gear that you will find useful to bring: dive light, writing slate, compass
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Your certification card and logbook
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Warm clothing, even if the sun is shining, be prepared for typical Alberta weather which could include rain, snow, and everything in between
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Most events no longer include food and water, bring your own lunch or snack, juice, water, etc.
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Lawn chair, bug spray, sunscreen
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Small amount of cash for registration fees, raffle draws