Cold Lake Pumpkin Carving
Location: Cold Lake Provincial Park or TBA
Date: NEW - SUNDAY, Sept 22nd, 2024
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What: Underwater fun - carving a pumpkin underwater
Cost: TBA
Hosted By: Lakeland Scuba Society and Northwest Scuba
RSVP to: info@albertaunderwatercouncil.com, OR fortmacscuba@gmail.com
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Event Times: TBA
A great day of underwater - carve a pumpkin, rules TBA
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CAMPING: You can now reserve online at www.reserve.albertaparks.ca or 1-877-537-2757, OR be sure to Google & reserve other accommodations in Cold Lake in advance.
Thanks to the volunteers of the HOST CLUB: Lakeland Scuba Society and Sponsor: NW Scuba
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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) Don't be late!
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MUST follow standard dive safety guidelines & all directions of event organizers​​​​
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COVID/PUBLIC HEALTH: Minimize interaction and maintain physical distance of at least 2 meters (6 ft)
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COVID/PUBLIC HEALTH: IF COVID signs/symptoms present or suspected - do not participate, protect yourself and others
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Remember:
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Please keep scuba gear tidy & respect others right to use the park & access its facilities.
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WATCH for BOATS, surface near shore when possible, good compass skills an asset!
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Must bring or rent all your own scuba gear, plus at least 2 tanks (or more if extra dives wanted).
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Raffles might be available for donated prizes from sponsors like our generous LDS (Local Dive Shops) - so bring your cash!!
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If staying overnight additional casual dives might be possible on Sunday
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ENJOY Cold Lake diving!
Event details subject to change without notice, please check with event organizers, Facebook & Website just prior
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Divers, Remember to Bring:
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All your dive gear and tanks (at least 2 tanks or more) - BCD, regulators, drysuit/wetsuit, mask, snorkel, fins, boots, weights, dive computer, hood, gloves, dive light, knife and small tarp to change on
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Other dive gear that you need & should purchase & bring to this event: writing slate & compass (one per buddy team)
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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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IF you have ALLERGIES - please bring own lunch, snacks, water, juice, etc.
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Lawn chair, bug spray, sunscreen plus a small tarp to change on
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Enough cash for registration fees, raffle draws, 50/50's raffle, etc.