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STSC Summer Store Hours
May 15th - August 31st

Monday & Fridays 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday & Thursdays 10:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday 9:30am - 1:00pm
Sundays we dive
Sunday & Wednesdays by Appointment
Closed all Holidays

STSC Fall & Winter Store Hours
September 1st - May 14th

Monday & Fridays 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday & Thursdays 10:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday 9:30am - 1:00pm until 12/24
CLOSED Saturdays 12/25 - 5/15
>Wednesdays/Saturdays & Sundays by Appointment
>>>from December 25th - May 15th



NOW available at Sunken Treasure Scuba Center
In our on going effort to support the changing needs of the dive community, Sunken Treasure Scuba Center is pleased to announce the availability of 48 month credit financing or 90 days same as cash for all qualified buyers on new equipment purchases at our Dive Shop.
So what does this mean? In the next couple of weeks we'll give you some additional ideas, for example: Are you tired of a limited dive season or just don't want to dive cold anymore? How about a Dry Suit to keep you nice and toasty warm at prices starting under $40/month. Or a Sea & Sea 2G digital camera as low as $30/month.

June/July at a quick glance.

July 11th - DPV Diver course - 2:30pm at STSC
July 11th - 6 Pak/Fun dive - 4:00pm at STSC
July 18th - River Cleanup - details TBA
July 16th - Search & Recovery course - 1:oopm at STSC
July 17th - 6 Pak/Fun dive - 1:00pm at STSC
July 18th - River Cleanup at Jay St - 8:30am
July 18th - Search & Recovery Specialty - 1:00pm at Jay Street
July 19th - 6 Pak/Fun dive - 1:00pm at STSC
July 26th - Adventure/Advanced Diver - 10am at STSC
July 29th - 6 Pak/Fun dive - 5:30pm at STSC

Is there a class we can offer to fit you time needs?
Give us a call - we’ll see what we can do.


NITROX COURSE
Enriched Air Nitrox is the latest tool in our efforts to stay underwater. Especially in the 60 to 100 foot range, Enriched Air Nitrox gives you more of what you got into diving for - time underwater. Enriched Air does this by replacing some of the nitrogen in the air with oxygen. This means you absorb less nitrogen during a dive. This gives you longer no decompression limits.
During the practical application, one skill you'll learn about is analyzing the oxygen content of the enriched air nitrox you plan to dive with. You'll learn the basics you need to know to dive using Enriched Air Nitrox 32 (32 percent oxygen) under the supervision of a qualified Divemaster, Assistant Instructor or Instructor.
Classroom session to be held at Sunken Treasure Scuba Center on July 20th. Completing the practical application and two open water dives with your instructor will give you the PADI Enriched Air Diver Specialty Certification. We will be going to Dutch Springs in August, September and October if you would like to complete the course there or you could do your dives localy.
Cost: $165.00 which includes the Enriched Air Diver Student Kit and Enriched air for two dives. Should pickup student kit by July 13th.

Discover the Scuba  Experience
Have you ever wondered what it's like to breathe underwater. If you want to find out but aren't quite ready to take the plunge into a certification course, Discover Scuba Diving will let you try scuba to see if you like it.
While not an actual scuba certification, during the Discover Scuba Diving experience you'll learn how to use scuba equipment in shallow water and get a quick and easy introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world.
The Fun Part
There is nothing like breathing underwater for the very first time. It takes a little getting used to –after all, human beings weren't designed to do that – but after a few minutes of awestruck wonder, most participants realize how easy scuba diving really is. The biggest challenge instructors have with the Discover Scuba Diving program is not coaxing participants into the water, but coaxing them out when the program is over. The fun part? It's all fun!
Loyalsock Pool: 6/29 - 5:30pm:

Adventure Diver/Advanced Open Water... Have you always wanted to try a underwater vehicle? How about night diving? Here's your chance to sample three dives of your choice, get a taste of what you like, and feel more comfortable in the water, strengthening your underwater skills and letting you enjoy diving more than ever. This may even be the answer to upgrade a Jr certification, get a new card with a more recent photo or just a nice way to get back into diving if you haven't dove in awhile.
After your PADI Adventure Diver certification you can take the next step by completing two more adventure dives, one being deep and you now earned your PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Certification. This can be completed on any one of our many trips to Dutch Springs.
Next course meets at STSC on July 26th at 10:00am

***This Weeks Special ends July 3rd***
In store sale only - No Calls - No E-mails
First Come - First Served

Children's Package - 3/2 full wetsuit size 10 and a pair of sm Force Fins for $129.95

STSC  6 Pak's.......Once again we plan to dive through October, so if you don't own equipment yet and want to get wet STSC is offering divers the chance to go diving on six local dives & use our equipment and a Sunken Treasure Staff member as a guide for only $99.00. YES, that's $99.00 for all the equipment you need to rent and the opportunity to have a group of people to dive with. You can do the math, only $16.50 per dive. That can be a savings of up to $23.50 per dive. Pick-up your Six Pak card today at the store. Dates so far: 6/7, 6/18, 6/24, 7/11, 7/19, 7/29, 8/2, 8/13, 8/25, 9/1, 9/13, 9/22 & 10/4.  More to come if there is a interest.

Fun Dives....If you own your equipment, looking for someone to dive with or just want to tag along you can join us at no cost on any date we have set for the 6 Pak schedule above.

Looking for Someone to Dive With this year? Your dive buddy could be closer than you think. Now is the time to let that friend of yours know that Sunken Treasure is beginning scuba lessons indoors at some of our local pools. Yes, now is the time to learn!! Why wait until summer and have to set around to read the Open Water Diver manual and spend time in the pool. Get the classroom and pool work out of the way NOW so that when the weather breaks they can do the open water dives and you can spend the summer showing them what diving is all about. Get them involved NOW!! Remember the first time you thought how you should have done this long ago?

Jay Street Bridge - When the contestants in the area's newest boat races see the starting flag or hear, "Ladies and gentlemen, dip your paddles!" they will shoot out into the river as quickly as possible in the hopes of surviving the contest.
It isn't that the river below Veterans Bridge will be transformed into a whitewater or obstacle course, or that the races will last for hours (although the cleanup might).

In fact, the races could be over for some boats in minutes - once they sink, they are out of the running.
Just crossing the finish line will be a huge accomplishment, and any boat crew that manages to do so with flair will likely be rewarded.
What will make this competition so tough?
The fact that all the boats must be built using just four materials, guaranteed to make them light and fast - as they either zip across the top of water or sink straight down.
Cardboard is the base. For more information Click Here
Looking for ideas? Check out this YouTube Video
Article reprinted from The Express online....photo by - Vernon Welch and Don White, of Lock Haven



Our Current Favorite YouTube Video
 

The things you see diving - Mola Mola Sunfish
*** See A New Video Every Tuesday ***
This video posted 6/30/09
 
Gold - Gold - Gold
Swift River Gold Of Maine
Somewhere in the mountains of southwestern Maine in Oxford county, there exists a ''mother lode'' of gold beyond the wildest dreams of any prospector. Pure conjecture? Not at all, that statement is based on solid fact and research.
For 50 years, concentrated efforts have been made by professional geologists to find the source of gold in Oxford county's brooks, lakes
and ponds. The precious metal is found everywhere, and platinum occasionally. Presently, research is continuing in the Wilson Mills area, very close to the New Hampshire border. There is very definitely gold in "Them Thar Hills", particularly in the region of Eustis. Near Byron, the Swift River and its many feeder streams have produced more gold than all of the other (known) Maine gold regions combined. Anyone who can handle a pan will find small traces of the color if he is willing to spend the time. As many as a dozen persons can be seen panning the stream on a
given day during the summer months. Some search behind the upturned stones and boulders where small nuggets sometimes collect. Fly fishermen will often set aside the rod and search for gold.
Trappers have been finding a small amount of gold in the Swift River almost since the area was opened to settlement. An approximate estimate of $7,000 of the yellow stuff was taken from among a jumbled pile of rocks at a bend of the river. Perley Whitney took several thousand dollars worth over a period of years
from one of branches. Two Boston vacationers panned almost $500 in two week's time from one of the small brooks that flow into the Swift.
Commercial interest in the possibilities of a major strike in Maine are on the increase. The search for the worlds most sought after commodity has been on the upswing in Maine for the past several years. Beginners will continue to have a ball searching for it in the
streams and ponds of remote Oxford county. Superb trout fishing, gorgeous scenery and excellent camping facilities make this a natural for an entire family.
Maine has no rattlesnakes, but its black flies are the most savage on this planet. They have been lunching on out-of-staters for almost 100 years. Do not attempt a gold panning venture before the first of August unless well supplied with sprays and netting for the entire party. Remember that your in a region that even prominent scientists believe harbors a fabulous mother lode. There is nothing mythological about the gold of Maine.
Rich made his first trip to this area back in 2002 and was hooked.  Returning a number of times since he has found gold each and every trip.  Finally, wanting to share his experiences he wrote the Gold Prospecting Awareness a PADI Distinctive Specialty.  It took over
a year but PADI approved it as the first specialty ever to be allowed to use surface supplied air.
The Gold Prospecting Awareness Specialty course is intended to serve as a safe and supervised  introduction to diving for gold.  The Gold Prospecting  Awareness Specialty course is designed to familiarize  you with the skills, knowledge, planning, procedures, techniques, hazards, conservation and enjoyment of Gold Prospecting.
In August, Sunken Treasure plans to take a group of only six divers to this area in search of the elusive metal. We plan to leave on Thursday August 20 and return late Sunday, August 23.  Trip Includes:  indoor and outdoor classroom in PA & ME, learning how to pan, using a sluice box and how to operate a dredge & hookah system, hotel for one night on the way up, 2 nights at the local campground in ME, breakfast on Saturday & Sunday, lunch on Friday & Saturday, dinner on Friday & Saturday and use of all prospecting equipment.  Travel expenses will be shared along with all gold found.  A non-refundable $100.00 deposit holds your spot.  Balance must be paid by June 30th.  (hotel & camping is based on double occupancy) Cost: $449

Scuba Lessons in the comfort of your home..Start Today!!! That's right let the Adventure begin. We always have private courses going, but this the flexible solution for today's busy lifestyle - eLearning or a Private Course. Start the knowledge portion of your scuba program right now and complete the water skills with STSC and open water anywhere in the world.
Don't Miss It ....Imagine exploring underwater with your best friends, hovering near a tropical reef, hanging with a pod of dolphins above a shipwreck. But wait! How can your friends go with you if they don't dive? This is your opportunity to turn your friends into dive buddies. The PADI Open Water Diver Course Online went worldwide on Monday, 21 May 2007. .As of 4/2009 over 20, 000 divers have taken eLearning programs.
Want to get your friend started? Listen to what Drew Richardson had to say.
“PADI eLearning is an innovative and necessary step into the future of scuba diving,”
said Drew Richardson , PADI Worldwide President and Chief Operation Officer. “It’s
important to point out that, while the knowledge development portion of the PADI Open
Water Diver course is now available online, the PADI Open Water Diver course content itself has not been altered. Now, it's just more convenient for divers.”
So how easy is it? Just get them to push the Get Started button and before you know it they'll be right there diving with you. Complete your sessions at the Milton YMCA, the Williamsport YWCA or in confined open water weather permitting.
An additional instruction fee does apply for the pool/confined water and equipment use.

STSC Trivia
Which diving equipment company originally developed Jet Fins?
See the answer at the bottom of the page

Reward Yourself, Reward Your Friends!
Being a STSC customer has its rewards – like getting DISCOUNTS ON THE LATEST AERIS GEAR just for sharing the underwater world with your friends and family. In fact, every time you refer a friend who signs up for our scuba class, you'll both get $50 OFF AERIS GEAR!
As you already know, diving is one of the most exciting and rewarding activities you can do.  Now it's easier than ever for your friends to get started.  Just tell your friends to make a copy of the coupon below, put your name on the referred by line and bring it to the store. We'll take $50 off their purchase of AERIS gear and YOU get $50.00 off any Aeris purchase you make in our store. There's no limit to the savings you can enjoy! 

The More You Refer, the More You Save!


Travel With Us To Grand Cayman in April 2010
 

Grand Cayman's Hotel for Divers by Divers
Have you long dreamed of diving in gin clear, warm water with colors so enticingly vivid that your eyes cannot believe what you are experiencing.
Join us at Sunset House in April '10 and experience what others have seen for the last 50 years. An underwater photographer's perfect dive. Shipwrecks, curious big eels, cuddly stingrays and a legendary mermaid await you just steps from your room.

  • Air Conditioned accommodations w/Digital Cable TV & Telephone with data port
  • Full "made to order" breakfast
  • Daily two-tank boat trips, except day of arrival and departure
  • Night Dive the wreck of the The Balboa, a 375-foot cargo sank in 1932 & lays in 30ft
  • A afternoon dive at Sting Ray city
  • One evening sea life orientation class prior to the trip at STSC
  • Unlimited off-shore diving every day except day of departure
  • Tanks, weights and belt - Complimentary dive gear locker
  • A Welcome Alcoholic or Non-Alcoholic Beverage of your choice
  • Surprise gift
  • Includes: Taxi transfers to and from the airport  - All Taxes - Service Charges - Daily Energy Surcharge

When: April 17-24, 2010. Cost: $1559/Diver - $859/Non-diver
Rates are based on Double Occupancy in a Courtyard Room.
For an added price there are Ocean view, Suits & Apartments.
A quick check of non-stop airfares - $300-$400
Deposit Required: $250/diver - $100/non-diver (Non-refundable)
We recommend Dive/Travel insurance.
We set aside 10 rooms and are taking deposits now.


Think you know Cayman? Take Sport Diver's quiz to test your knowledge of all things Cayman, plus enter to win swag from Sunset House. To commemorate their 50th anniversary, Sunset House will award prizes to 10 lucky winners who truly know this trio of dive-centric islands. Click here to enter

Experience the Thrill of a Lifetime in the Bahamas
Looking for a vacation getaway? Why not travel with the us to the Bahamas for a long weekend to Stuart Cove's Dive South Ocean, in August. It is conveniently isolated on the southwest end of New Providence Island (Nassau) Bahamas. YOU can enjoy lounging on the beach, shopping, snorkeling, sightseeing, golf, casinos, tennis, walks on the beach or just plain relaxing in the warm climate. SCUBA divers and snorkeler's can experience Walls, Reefs, Wrecks, Sharks, and out island "Wilderness Safari's". Dive South Ocean offers divers a state of the art facility including custom dive boats, "Fin Photo" a full service underwater photo and video center, and advanced diving opportunities including enriched air (Nitrox). For the adventurer in you, they also offer several Extreme Adventures including the Shark Adventure™ ($130 if paid when making reservation) and Wall Flying™ Adventure! Some other options we can do based on enough people is a night dive if we get 6 people interested or anyone can add afternoon dives if you want to dive all day. Stuart Cove’s Dive South Ocean "Has It All". We’ll be staying at the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort. This renovated beach front resort boasts rooms with large private balcony or patio where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, lush gardens, or waterscape, with three freshwater pools with flowing waterfalls, oversized whirlpools, and a swim-up bar, there will be plenty to do after the diving for everyone including non-divers.
This is a great trip for both divers and non-divers alike. Since 1998 Stuart’s made it extra special for Jr. Certified divers age 10 through 15 who can now dive FREE when diving with a paying adult or guardian sponsor.

Average Price: :
Packages include hotel, taxes, gratuities, hotel service charge, airport & Dive transfers, 2 am dives/day, tanks, weights and belts if needed. Air/meals are not included.
4 days / 3 nights / 2 dive days (4dives) Add two dives for $55
Diver - $549/dbl. Non-Diver - $359
Airfare approx. $300 (prices based on cash or check)
Reserve your spot with just a $100 non-refundable deposit. This trip is limited to 10 people.
You can see more photos of last years trip in our Photo Gallery.
>>>>>>>>>>>>>2009 trip is 8/27 thru 8/30


Simon Elwen is working to save dolphin populations in Namibia!  In order to save these dolphins, we need to learn about them, and he is doing pioneering research in this area. Why are you doing research in South Africa and Namibia on Dolphins?
Due to a combination of historical factors, there has been very little research done on cetaceans in Namibia and almost nothing is known about the conservation status of the dolphin species (threats, population sizes, growth or decline) or their role in the ecosystem. There are several

potential threats to the dolphin populations in Namibia including bycatch in fisheries, loss of their prey, ecosystem changes, coastal development and high levels of boat traffic in certain areas. Read More.




Have You Seen This Guy ????
Has anyone recorded in their dive logs observations of dead Hellbenders (or mudpuppies as some call them) while diving in Loyalsock Creek in years prior to 2004?  It's something that I have noted since I started diving in 2004, but it appears that Hellbenders have been dying since at least 2003 and possibly since the mid-1990's, likely due to amphibian chytrid fungus, a disease associated with global amphibian declines.  We have now identified the disease in Hellbenders from six states.  Fortunately, we have found it only in Loyalsock Creek thus far and not in any other tributaries of the Susquehanna River.  New reports are welcome as well if you note any dead animals during upcoming dives in Loyalsock Creek or in any other waterway.  Hellbenders also occur in the Susquehanna River as far upstream as the dam in Lock
Haven. If you would like to send information to me, please include date and dive location and send your email to petokas@lycoming.edu or call 570-321-4006.



Keystone Divers Scuba Club....Next Meeting is 7/5 at Dutch Springs. There are raffles and a 50/50. Bring the family and/or a friend. This is your chance to meet other divers, make new friends. It also gives you a chance to stay informed. During the summer months we meet at the Jay Street Pavilion where each meeting begins at 11am with a dive and a pot luck dinner around 1pm and then another dive at 2pm. The July meeting will be held at Dutch Springs and in August it's back to Jay Street for some warm water diving. Hope to see you there real soon.



Photo Tip of the Month -
Take Only Pictures, Leave Only Bubbles
Tip #7... Avoid souvenir collection. Nearly everything found in the
aquatic realm is alive or will be used by a living creature.
Removing specimens such as corals and shells can disturb
the delicate balance and quickly deplete dive sites of both
their resources and their beauty.

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>><>>>>>>FREE COPY
Don't forget when your in the area to stop in and pick-up your free copy of Dive Training....no strings attached all you have to do to get the best diving publication out there is stop in the store. Of course you can buy a subscription and not bother with the middle man.

We also have free copies of Northeast Divers News just for you.


Sea & Sea Releases New DX-2G
Latest innovation from Sea & Sea takes compact underwater camera set-ups to an entirely new level.
SEA&SEA is pleased to announce that its latest most advanced compact digital camera, the DX-2G is now available.
The DX-2G defies the term "compact". This next generation of underwater digital camera systems achieves a decisive balance between style, performance and value offering an
uncompromising and sophisticated list of SLR like features unrivalled in its category.
The DX-2G features a 12.1 megapixel high quality CCD sensor, 24-72mm 3x optical zoom lens, 2.7" LCD with 460,000 pixels and viewing angle up to 160, Macro mode of 1cm/.4", RAW shooting mode with enhanced buffer for up to 5 continuous image captures, manual and 3 customizable modes, SEA&SEA underwater mode, and a housing depth rated to 180'.
Learn more about the DX-2G and its impressive SLR-like features by visiting Sea & Sea.

Equipment Warranty 101...So what's it worth to YOU ?
Remember in order to keep your equipment in it's best operating order, and the warranty valid, it must be serviced each and every year, even if it hasn't been used. When servicing a regulator at Sunken Treasure, we take the regulator completely apart, clean and check all parts, and replace any worn or bad parts. The regulator is then reassembled, adjusted, and tested. The gauges on your regulator are a separate item and should be returned to the manufacturer every two years for testing and recalibration. If something doesn't seem correct then it should be checked right away. Tank VIP's do not include valve service, which should be done every 3-5 years, depending on use. BCD warranty checks include checking for leaks, over pressure relief and dump valves working OK, and cleaning and lubrication of the power inflator.
Prices for these services run from FREE to $35.00 depending on the item. The cost of parts on items not under warranty is not included.



610-759-2270 or dutchsprings.com
STSC dates for 2009 - 5/25, 7/5, 8/9, 9/6, 10/18 & 11/ 14




STSC Sponsors the PADI Diving Society. PADI Diving Society membership is a simple, effective way to keep active. Diving Society members will be able to take advantage of some special offers available only at Sunken Treasure Scuba Center this year: A free regulator bag with any regulator purchase ($40 value). Take any specialty course from us and have a friend take the course at the same time for half price. A Dry Suit purchase from us entitles you to a Free Dry Suit Specialty Course ($150 value).
PADI Diving Society membership offers many other benefits also:
· 11-issues of Sport Diver magazine.
· Free gifts from PADI when you enroll in the Specialty of the Month
· More than $57,000 in special offers on dive travel, equipment, and scuba manufacturers such · >as Mares & Sherwood Scuba
· Personalized membership card
· Society members only events
· Membership also supports the vital conservation efforts of the Project AWARE Foundation
Annual membership dues are just $29. Stop by STSC and renew today. If you're not already a member, stop in at STSC because there's never been a better time to join and now you can receive your membership card on the spot.

Hot Society Benefit!!!
Society members who enroll in the Peak Performance Buoyancy course this June are eligible for a free PADI Fleece Blanket
.
Visit PADI's web site for more details.

Scuba/Travel Insurance with options..DiveAssure.....Now, with insurance protection through your membership in DiveAssure association, you can have the comprehensive coverage you need to enjoy your year round dives and diving vacations. For as little as $75, DiveAssure gives you immediate membership that includes worldwide coverage for a full year.
Before you gear up, or when preparing for your diving vacation, spend the few minutes it takes to become a DiveAssure member.
DiveAssure offers 3 levels of Annual Coverage: Gold, Platinum and our all-in-one dive medical and dive travel comprehensive program - the Diamond (recommended especially if you plan to dive travel this coming year) DiveAssure is happy to make available to you its video presentation.
Not Sure...check out this video from DiveAssure. This video will assist you to the importance of dive accident coverage and travel protection, as well as to the superior DiveAssure programs.
It's simple - secure & fast. It only takes about three minutes from the time you ask to apply for membership until your application is approved over the Internet, and you receive your membership certificate and Family discounts apply to all programs.
Why wait? Just Click on the banner below and get covered NOW !!



Future Travel with STSC
Dive Travel '09...
St Croix, Maine, Bahamas & Saint Lawrence Seaway
Dive Travel '10...Florida, Grand Cayman, Maine & Bahamas
Dive Travel '11...Florida, Bonaire, Bahamas

Streamlining or web pages...We are trying to get our newsletter page a little easier to navigate and have added a travel page were you will find the latest information on such trips as North Carolina, Bonaire, the Bahamas and even Dutch Springs and the wavier needed to get in. There you can find out when we are going, cost and much more. We hope you like the cleaner look but remember to go to the Travel Page to find out the latest.

Dive Tips... Things that are BAD for your gear!
Freezing! ...Here in PA this is a real issue to deal with. If you store something wet and it freezes permanent damage may result! Seams can fail, rubber can crack, ice can cut, etc. Make sure all your gear is dry if you have to store it in a cold storage room or other unheated area.
Sunshine Isn't Healthy ... for Your Gear! Believe it or not leaving your gear laying around in the bright and hot sunshine for long periods of time is bad and will lead to drying, rotting, cracking, and fading of various parts of your kit. Neoprene rubber is affected by ultraviolet light and wetsuits, boots, hoods, gloves etc should not be left hanging in the sun any longer than necessary. Fin will warp.
Even better, find a spot in the shade to hang your gear to dry, it may take longer but your gear will last longer! BCD bladders, Low-Pressure Inflator Hoses, and Regulator components are also affected by prolonged exposure to sunlight. Once your gear is rinsed, of after it has dried, pack it away and move it into the shade.
Wet Storage. Okay, having wet gear in the trunk of your car for the drive home won't hurt, but leaving it in there for a week may cause your dive buddy (and even you) to hold your nose the next time you open the gear bag! This problem is compounded if you're one of those divers who frequently relieves himself (or herself) in the suit (while diving).
Go ahead, leave it damp in the bag - hope you like that strong ammonia stench that'll leave you gagging when you crack the zipper on the bag before the next dive! Do yourself and others a favor (especially if its rental gear!) Hang it up to dry as soon as possible and pack it away dry and clean. If you're packing it away for the season making sure things are dry is critical, not only for the gear, but for your health as well!
NOT Rinsing Your Gear in Fresh Water! Don't believe it? Spend $700.00 on a name brand regulator and don't rinse it a few times. Take it to the dive shop (along with a whole bunch-o-money) and they may be able to fix it for you! This applies to ALL equipment, even your gear bag! If you think that super expensive Titanium knife you invested in won't rust go ahead and give it a try. When advertisers claim titanium doesn't corrode they should finish the sentence - titanium doesn't corrode ... as fast as other metals!

.>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Want to see more Dive Tips? Click Here



Should you own your own gear?
The Importance of
"Buying Gear from Authorized Dealers"
Training vs. Learning... "A Good Diver Is Always Learning".

Air Cards
Don't forget to get your STSC Air Card and save. Air fills are normally $6.00/tank however if you buy a ten pak air-card you get them for $5.00 each.

Training Dives... Please remember that you have only 12 months to complete open water dives or you will be required to take a scuba review (cost $39.95). Dates for 2009 are listed on the Schedule page of our web site as time nears or you can call the store to make arrangements to do your dives by appointment. Group training dives during the summer are $30.00/dive and $40.00/dive from September 1st thru May 31st. Currently we are doing training dives by appointment only.
>>>Remember you can always do training dives in Florida on our Manatee trip!!!

Recalls: Are currently listed on the STSC Archives Page

The Force Fin Challenge

The Force Fin Challenge is a test you can do for yourself and on your own. It will tell you how well your fins are working for you, or if you are working for them.
Force Fins work for you and harness the force of the water to maximize thrust with each kick. That means more speed with less energy expended by you.To prove our point, we offer this test and challenge:
Take the heel straps off any other fins and kick; Do this test in a pool only as your terrestris fins will fall off. That's the drag of the fins working against you. Drag is the resistance you feel when kicking against these other fins.
No matter how secure it may feel. No matter how it may make you think you are moving. That feeling of resistance is working against you when in the water.
Try the same test with Force Fins; they will not kick off. With each kick, Force Fins drive you forward with the in-water freedom of an aquatic being.
If you want to drag your fins through the water, then your choice of terrestris fins, all other fins, is vast. If you want the freedom of an aquatic being, with fins efficiently propelling you with each kick, then there is but one choice - Force Fin


Do You Need a New C-card???
Update your PADI Certification card with cool new designs from Wyland. Featuring beautiful imagery from the famous artist, each card depicts a tableau of marine life in the aquatic realm. There are four designs: dolphins, whales, turtles and whale's tail. The Wyland cards can be used to replace any standard certification card.
Whether you need to replace an old card, want an extra card for your logbook or are just looking to have the coolest card in your crowd, get your new Wyland replacement certification card today.
Donate $5.00 US or more towards conservation to receive the Project AWARE version of any one of the replacement card designs. Your donation helps support conservation initiatives including coral reef monitoring , shoreline and underwater cleanups and environmental education for divers.>>>Available at STSC

Countdown to Conservation 2009

Save the planet – Earn great prizes

Each month in the Project Aware column you learn about threats to our natural playground and now we're challenging you to take action. Countdown to Conservation 2009 is a yearlong initiative to do your part in protecting the environment. Each month, we'll offer a specific task to accomplish and ask you to post proof of your achievement on a special online forum. At the end of each month we'll select one participant to receive a special gift from PADI. And at the end of the contest, one lucky winner will receive a new Body Glove ECO
wetsuit made from planet-friendly, non-petroleum neoprene. They'll also be recognized for their efforts with a profile in a 2010 issue of Sport Diver. So take up the fight. Your own personal satisfaction should be reward enough, but cool prizes can't hurt.

Roddenberry Dive Team
Los Angeles, CA - Roddenberry Productions announces the formation of the new Roddenberry Dive Team. The Roddenberry Dive Team's mission is commitment to the promotion of education, exploration and stewardship of our oceans through safe diving activities. As a leader in the science fiction industry, RDT is passionate about incorporating the philanthropic ideals embedded in Star Trek into real world experiences for divers and non-divers around the world. We are committed to carrying on the legacy of vision and optimism that was handed down by Star Trek creator, Gene Roddenberry.

Founder and President, Eugene "Rod" Roddenberry is the only son of Gene & Majel Roddenberry and is an avid scuba diver who has worked for many years helping to support programs aimed at the education, exploration and stewardship of the oceans. Greg Martin, Executive Director of the Roddenberry Dive Team is also an active diver who has spent years introducing people to scuba diving.
The similarities between space exploration and ocean exploration are striking. While only a fraction of the earth's population will ever have the opportunity of going into outer space, just about anyone can learn to scuba dive and explore the strange new worlds of the oceans. With 94% of the oceans unexplored there is ample opportunity to help make a difference.
The Roddenberry Dive Team is for divers and non-divers alike. Like the international notoriety of Star Trek, the Dive Team will be conducting dives and educational programs around the world designed to get more people involved in scuba diving and to teach them how to preserve our precious oceans.
Memberships will be available beginning in June 2009 and more information is available on the Dive Team's web site, www.roddenberrydiveteam.com .
Only a handful of people will ever get to explore outer space but almost everyone can learn to scuba dive and boldly explore the underwater universe!


STSC  6 Pak's.......Once again we plan to dive through October, so if you don't own equipment yet and want to get wet STSC is offering divers the chance to go diving on six local dives & use our equipment and a Sunken Treasure Staff member as a guide for only $99.00. YES, that's $99.00 for all the equipment you need to rent and the opportunity to have a group of people to dive with. You can do the math, only $16.50 per dive. That can be a savings of up to $23.50 per dive. Pick-up your Six Pak card today at the store. Dates so far: 6/7, 6/18, 6/24, 7/11, 7/19, 7/29, 8/2, 8/13, 8/25, 9/1, 9/13, 9/22 & 10/4.  More to come if there is a interest.

Sunday Dives at Jay Street

Most local divers have been to Jay Street at least once in their diving careers. Most have seen the floating stage on the Lock Haven side. But have you taken the time to find out more about it? Most Sundays starting June 21 the City of Lock Haven offers a concert series on the floating stage. All types of music can be found and the interesting thing is it is FREE
So some Sunday you may want to make that dive just a little later in the day, find dinner

somewhere in Lock Haven and then go to to the concert.
The photo above and band list below came from the City of Lock Haven Web page
DATE BAND TYPE OF MUSIC
June 21 Classic Rock  Revival Classic Rock
June 28 Triple Play Classic Rock
July 5 Mason Dixon Southern Rock
July 12 Hybrid Ice Classic Rock
July 19 Big Tubba Mista Swing
July 26 Uptown Band Variety
August 2 Fat Girl Slim Variety
August 9 Last Train Home Country, Rock
August 16 The Billy Price Band Rhythm & Blues
August 23 Snug New & Classic Rock
August 30 UUU Variety

STSC Store Hours

May 15th - August 31st
Monday & Fridays 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday & Thursdays 10:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday 9:30am - 1:00pm
Sundays we dive
Wednesdays by Appointment
Closed all Holidays
September 1st - May 14th
Monday & Fridays 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday & Thursdays 10:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday 9:30am - 1:00pm ->until 12/24
Currently closed Saturdays until 5/15
Closed
Saturdays after Dec 25 - May 15th
Wednesdays/Saturdays & Sundays by Appointment

Is Your Picture On The Wall of Fame? Stop in at STSC and find out.

Dates to remember:

July 18 - Lock Haven River Clean-up
August 8 - Jersey Shore River Clean-up
August 20 - 23 - Gold Prospecting Specialty Course in Maine
August 27 - 30 - Nassau Bahamas Trip to Stuart Coves
September 17, 2009 - St Lawrence Seaway Wreck Diving trip
October 4th - Annual U/W Pumpkin Carving Contest
October 10th - Pig Roast at STSC
February 2010 - 2 Separate Trips - Florida Manatee - Cavern/Cave Specialty
March/April '10 Grand Cayman

STSC Trivia Answer: Beuchat. Georges Beuchat, of Marseille, France, filed his original patent on April 25, 1962, and apparently produced the fin in that time frame. His US Patent, #3,183,529 was granted May 18, 1965.

CAST & CREW - SCUBA Competition Reality TV Show
Original URL: http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/tfr/1180668626.html
Check out http://ultimatediverchallenge.com

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