Oregon Coast Aquarium Class, Saturday, Feb 10th, 2007

nwscubamom · Post by **nwscubamom** » Wed Jan 24, 2007 7:55 pm

I teach this class only a few times each year, and it's a really cool opportunity to actually dive in the exhibits at the Oregon Coast Aquarium! Yes, YOU can be the one waving back to aquarium visitors through the glass! Little kids will adore you! Everyone loves watching the divers.

The morning is spent learning about Pacific NW Fish and invertebrates, with the chance to do a 'dry dive' treasure hunt. (wander around and look for specific things in the exhibits). Then after lunch, it's time to hop into the exhibits!

The cost is $140 and there's only room for 6 divers in the class, although others are welcome to participate in the classroom sessions only, for a reduced price.

If you have questions, please post them here, because others might be wondering the same thing you are!

More info on my website:
http://www.pnwscuba.com/classes/oregoncoastaquarium.htm

- Janna

Wilky · Post by **Wilky** » Wed Jan 24, 2007 8:19 pm

Janna,

The web site indicates the training is for intermediate divers. What does this mean. My son & myself may be interested, but I only have 15 dives and he has 25.

Thanks.

Bryan

nwscubamom · Post by **nwscubamom** » Wed Jan 24, 2007 8:33 pm

Bryan, are yours and your son's dives fairly recent cold water dives? If so, you'll be fine.

- Janna

Wilky · Post by **Wilky** » Wed Jan 24, 2007 9:17 pm

They are all in Puget Sound.

Thanks.

Bryan

nwscubamom · Post by **nwscubamom** » Wed Jan 24, 2007 9:22 pm

Nice. You should be fine. The reason we ask for a bit of experience is that divers will need to have pretty good buoyancy so as to not disturb the fish, or the items in the exhibits. There are things like fake kelp (that you can accidentally pull out when your fins catch on it), an 'aquarium cam' with accompanying wires, and lots and lots of bottomfish that camp out all over the place, so you have to be VERY aware of your body and fins, and not land on top of a fish.

Between now and the class you might want to do some dives with practicing buoyancy in mind for that very reason.

- Janna

nice-diver · Post by **nice-diver** » Wed Jan 24, 2007 9:38 pm

how much for the dry part of the class??

nwscubamom · Post by **nwscubamom** » Wed Jan 24, 2007 11:24 pm

I'm asking the aquarium now - as soon as I find out, I'll post!

- Janna

GillyWeed · Post by **GillyWeed** » Thu Jan 25, 2007 7:57 am

Janna,

I really want to do this but I wont be able to make it to the Feb 10th class. 1st I just moved so I don't have the money, 2nd I just moved so I don't have the time as I am still unpacking, and 3rd As it is so far away from me I'll need a little more time to prepare the trip (that's like a 4 hour drive). Will you let me know the next time you are going to do this class I would like to be first on that list. I know that's asking alot

but I just can't do it this time.. It sounds like SOOO much fun though! $\:D/$
And I love the Oregon Coast Aquarium... Its really an excuse to take a vaction to the Oregon Coast.... But I just need a little more time to plan..

Cheers,

Holly

Sounder · Post by **Sounder** » Thu Jan 25, 2007 11:04 am

A weekend at the Oregon coast?! Mrs. Sounder was just talking about doing that last night!

Please do let us know what the dry portion of the class costs, and if you know when the next class is should we not be able to make this one.

nwscubamom · Post by **nwscubamom** » Fri Jan 26, 2007 1:51 pm

Okee dokee, I just found out what the dry portion is: $75.

The next class after this one is scheduled for Saturday, May 5th.

- janna

GillyWeed · Post by **GillyWeed** » Fri Jan 26, 2007 2:40 pm

Ok Janna,

Saturday May 5th.... Sign me up for both portions.. Oooh I wanna dive in the aquarium.. It sounds like fun.

I will be making a weekend of it! Oh darn I am going to have to vacation on the Oregon coast because of Janna. Hee hee! $\:D/$

Sorry I couldn't make the Feburary class but I did just move so things are still a little crazy for me..

Let me know when you want money.

Cheers,
Holly

nwscubamom · Post by **nwscubamom** » Fri Jan 26, 2007 4:29 pm

Hi guys!

How cool is that?? Some of you will be in the class!!! Nice to see friendly faces.

OK, so since this is an Oregon Coast Aquarium class, all the registration and moolah goes through them - does not ever touch my grubby paws. <drats>

To register call Vallorie at 541-867-3474, Ext. 5302

Scubak · Post by **Scubak** » Fri Jan 26, 2007 6:32 pm

OK...so where is the aquarium?
If this is something that is on the "coast" perhaps there is a house we could all rent and share in expenses, drive costs, etc...
I and Tim would be in...
Any more info?
Kirsten

nwscubamom · Post by **nwscubamom** » Fri Jan 26, 2007 8:06 pm

The Oregon Coast Aquarium is located in Newport Oregon, which is about a 2-1/2 hour drive from Portland.

I just did a quick check on vacation rentals there, and it looks like there's lots to choose from.

http://www.vrbo.com/vacation-rentals/usa/oregon#4212

Also, there is a La Quinta Inn right next to the Aquarium that I've stayed at - very nice, reasonable rates, plus they give you a very nice complimentary breakfast!

- Janna

Sounder · Post by **Sounder** » Sat Jan 27, 2007 10:14 am

Seattle to Newport - pack a lunch!! It's a hike, but it sounds VERY worth it.

Janna, Erica and I are interested in the May 5th class as well - just can swing a whole weekend away this time. It's already on the calendar so we don't schedule anything else! $\:D/$