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12-19-2003, 10:21 AM,

they are rather like pool dives but log them if you like!

scroll to the bottom of this link for a detailed report on a
mnscuba MOA dive from last season:

12-19-2003, 01:39 PM,

Are you still looking for people to dive? How much does it cost?

Sounds like a fun winter activity to tide me over to Florida in March!!!

~Groovekitty*

Mark Y · 12-19-2003, 01:56 PM,

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Thanks - I read the thread awhile back, but it didn't indicate dive depths/time (and I've never been to the MOA Aquarium).

I don't log pool dives, but an aquarium . . .

12-19-2003, 02:56 PM,

dive #1
fresh water tank
max depth: 14ft
bottom time: 20 min
ave T: 72F

dive #2
salt water tank
max depth: 20ft
bottom time: 30 min
ave T: 78F

tcjtn0 · 12-21-2003, 06:14 PM,

Cost is around $175-$180 dollars. A bit spendy but fun!

Jean Smile

P.S. When I get the date information I will put the exact cost down too. Each person will have to call and pay themselves (I.E. That has been the way we have done it in the past). I will leave the phone number to call to leave payment etc...

Chris · 12-22-2003, 08:10 AM,

I condider it a logged dive... Heck, there are times I've been at Wazee and barely went below 14 feet because the fish were at that depth!

12-22-2003, 09:48 AM,

$175 - WOW That seems like and exorbitant amount to dive in a tank (i'm sure they find a way to justify it somehow) - I could do three two-tank boat dives in Florida for that price - and at least no one will make me sit on the bottom! ha ha ha

Thanks for the info - I think I will pass.

Have a nice holiday!

Chris · 12-22-2003, 09:54 AM,

Well, it's a guaranteed shark encounter as well as a tour behind the scenes of how it all works. I did it last year, and will probably do it at least once a year now. It's really fun, and watching the people (especially kids) in the tubes is a real blast.

LKunze · 12-22-2003, 10:09 AM,

I think PADI says the dive has to be at least 20 ft. to qualify as a loggable dive. Not an issue unless you've logged a lot of dives less than 20 ft. and are counting on the those dives to help you meet the minimum dive requirement for certain classes I guess.

tcjtn0 · 12-22-2003, 10:50 AM,

More info:
Dive/tour are Wed nights 5-9 and Saturday Afternoon 1-5.
Cost is $175 dollars plus tax. I am waiting to hear when the "empty" dates are. Will keep you posted!

Jean Smile

P.S. As Chris said: its really fun to interact with the people on the "air" side of the tunnel(s) , especially the kids. You can really make then laugh sometimes! ;D