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
Event Times:
9:45 am Registration
10:00am Dive Briefing
3:00 pm
Bring a pumpkin for carving, carving tools, extra weight (for inside pumpkin), collection bag for pumpkin guts, dive gear.
Must be an Underwater Outlaws member (in good standing). Membership may be renewed on-site for $40 cash.
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.
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