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Scuba Los Angeles: Eco Diver Newsletter Feb 2009

Eco Dive Center Newsletter February 2009 Divers Helps Save the Great Whites: Learn about the Island of the Great White Shark  Feb 3rd 7pm   Filmmaker Richard Theiss produced the popular film, Island of the Great White Shark.  His documentary is an in-depth look at the great white sharks of the Isla Guadalupe in Mexico and efforts being made to save the sharks, including the unique partnership between conservationists and eco-friendly dive operations.   NOTE: 50 to 70 divers show on average so show-up at Eco Dive Center by 6:45 to grab a seat. Make sure to ask Brian (club president) for a raffle ticket when you come in, because you won't want to miss the raffle drawings at the end of the presentation.   MORE INFO> Sea Creature Trivia Contest Difficulty Level 4 - PRIZE: 50% a single boat ticket Trivia Question: What the heck is this crazy, non-eco diver holding in her hands? Prize: 50% OFF any single boat ticket in Feb w/ free rentals. First 10 correction submissions only. Must answer the following question Correct and hit this button... Wreck Weekend -2 Days of Diving San Diego Yukon Destroyer, USCG Ruby E and the NOSC Tower   Check out the exciting adventure off shore of San Diego!  Wreck Weekend is the perfect mini-trip of Advanced Diving right here in Southern California.  You'll get 2 days of diving in San Diego's Wreck Alley and an overnight stay in San Diego.  The wreck dives are guided, and the PADI Wreck Specialty Course is a great option teaching you to penetrate and explore these large wrecks.   When: Saturday, Feb 28 and Sunday, Mar 1 Call (310) 398-5759 to book your spot on the trip or in the class before it sells out. 50% Drysuit Sale Get in more diving this winter with a brand new drysuit.  Eco Dive Center is offering a great deal on all Mobby's/MARES drysuits: trilams, and neoprene drysuits with boots and pockets. It's best to come in person to see types and qualities. All suits come with warranties, dry-bag and hose and we'll help get you fitted. Scuba Dictionary - Updated What's that knobby-thing called? What's DCI supposed to mean? What the heck is a manifold and do I need to get one? Follow the Scuba Dictionary and know what your talking about.   Learn a new word each day. Today's word is.... "Helicopter Turns"  Go to Scuba Dictionary  Equipment Class -TONITE! This one night course is on the 28th at 7pm at Eco Dive Center's main classroom for 40 bucks - includes your own regulator and tools to work with, hands on training, and a certification card. Call to reserve a spot or just show up on Wednesday night. All divers are qualified to take this PADI Equipment Specialist class and it counts towards your Master Scuba Diver rating!        Dive of the Month Blue Caverns (top rated) Serious divers only...Ha! Open to all!      Eco Adventure 2009 You're invited to join our experienced guides to Costa Rica. MORE INFO> Quick Links Sealion Adventure Feb 8th Cozumel Trip July 2009       Shop Announcement  Eco Dive Center is proud to announce that it was once again presented with the Project AWARE Environmental Achievement Award for the second year in a row.    MORE>

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