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May ENewsletterMay 2010
In This Issue
Hawaii and Cozumel
Join us for Bowling
Reef Fish and Creature ID
Conservation Corner
Equipment Tip of the Month
Congratulations Certified Divers
Pool Workout
Travel Update
Beach Scene
Check out our newest trips to be added to our schedule:
 
Hawaii - Nov. 27 - Dec. 4, 2010
Join us as we explore the "Big Island" of Hawaii, with their crystal clear waters of the Kona Coast.  Highlights include up to 5 days of 2-tank dives, beachfront accommodation and the famous Manta Night Dive!  Click here for more information.  Or learn more at our seminar on June 28.
 
Cozumel - Jan. 8 - 15, 2011 Always a favorite of ours, Cozumel is a must do for any diver.  We'll be spending a week at the Grand Occidental Resort, just minutes from some of the best diving of Palancar Reef, and enjoy being spoiled with their all-inclusive program.  Details can be found here.
 
Check out our other group trip destinations: 
 
Where do you want to go today? 
Call our travel department at 303-220-8282, or email us at travel@underwaterphantaseas.com
and let us know how we can help plan your dream vacation!
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Seminar Series - Bowling Nite
Join the staff of Underwater Phantaseas for a fun night outside of the "office"
 
BowlingOur Seminar Series is doing something a bit different this month - we're going bowling!  Join the Underwater Phantaseas staff for some laughs at the lanes as we let our hair down and bowl a few frames.  Please RSVP as we have limited space for the festivities!
 
Date: May 11, 2010
Time: 6:00pm
Location: Meet at Underwater Phantaseas, we'll walk to the lanes from here 
Call ahead to register for this FREE seminar. 
 
Upcoming Seminars:
Fish ID - May 17
Going Pro - June 3
Yoga for Divers - June 22
Hawaii - June 28
Beach and Underwater Cleanup - July 10
Turks and Caicos - July 26
 
Your Personal Invitation:
Join us a half hour before the seminar for casual conversation with some of our well-traveled staff.  We'll talk about some of the world's best dive spots and how you can upgrade your skills to get the most out of your upcoming dive trips.
Reef Fish and Creature Identification
Pygmy SeahorseHave you ever surfaced from a dive and asked your buddy "What kind of fish was that black and orange one you pointed out?".  Or been asked if you saw the toad fish, when you have no idea what a toad fish looks like?  Then this is your opportunity to learn a bit more about the fish and creatures we visit on every dive.
 
Designed to expand your knowledge of the fish and creatures you may see throughout the Caribbean and Pacific, this night of photographs and stories will get you prepped for your next dive adventure!  This is not a certification class, but the information can be applied towards the Fish ID Specialty.
 
For more details and dates, click here.
Conservation Corner - Run, Dive and Walk for the Cure
Join Colorado Scuba Retailers as we Fight Cancer
Colorado Scuba Retailers Association LogoThe Colorado Scuba Retailers Association is teaming up with Susan G. Komen to raise money and awareness for the cancer cause.  You can help by doing what you already do! 
 
Run for the Cure: Planning to run the Bolder Boulder?  Join the scuba wave by registering under Scuba Group in the details question when you sign up.  Show us your registration, and we'll give you a free T-Shirt to wear during the race and make a donation in your name.
 
Dive for a Cure: Take a core certification class in the month of June and we'll donate $10 to the cure.  All funds collected from member stores will be presented to the Foundation at the 1 Day Walk.
 
Walk for the Cure: Walk with us in the Susan G. Komen 1 Day Walk on Oct. 3, 2010. 
 
We'd love to have you join us as we fight cancer in 2010!  The life we save could be yours!
Equipment Tip of the month
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As I sat down to write this month's Equipment Tip, I started thinking about all the things we need to go diving.  Regardless how hard we try, we always need some gear to go sight-seeing below the waves.  But not all of it is diving specific, so I asked some of our staff what they can't live without when they go on a trip.  Here are some of the responses:

Michelle - The first thing I can't live without on a dive trip is my wetsuit.  I LOVE my 5mm Henderson H2!  I never have to worry about getting cold in a poor fitting rental suit or wondering how many other people peed in the suit before me.  The second thing I can't live without is my Balanza travel scale.  With all the new airline restrictions I need to know exactly how much my bag weighs.  This is critical when you like to shop as much as I do!

Jill - If I could only pack two things on my trip I'd take my dive computer and hood.  My Suunto D9 has been with me for over 300 dives, and I feel uncomfortable without it.  And anyone who knows me knows how cold I get, so my Cuttlefish beanie is a must.  Plus, it's easy to find me in a crowd with my pink hat sticking out.

Ryan - When I go on an trip the one item that I will never dive without is my regulator. I know that it has been serviced, how it works and most importantly it has only been in my mouth. Secondly I can't live without my own mask.  I go diving to see the beauty around me (and try to film it), so I don't have time to worry or mess with a leaking mask.    

Brian - Two things I can't live without, my Save-a-dive kit and my Bose headphones.  More than one trip (both my own and others) has been saved by something I've pulled out of my Save-a-dive kit.  It's a bit more involved than most, but it truly is a "dive saver" if anyone has a problem.  And I don't even think about traveling without my Bose Noise Canceling Headphones.  Whether it's a screaming baby on a plane or a loud generator on the boat, I can find instant relaxation by plugging in and tuning out!
Congratulations to our recent Certified Divers
PADI LogoWe had numerous people complete certifications in the month of April.  Our congratulations go out to all, and welcome new divers to our community!
 
Open Water: Laura, Gregory, Jennifer, Dave, Troy, Patrick, Aislinn, Margaret, Kathy, David, Theran, Sean
 
Rescue: Joshua, Rosann, Michelle, Michael and Stu
JOIN US FOR A POOL WORKOUT
PoolLooking to do a pool workout before your next trip but only have evenings available?  Then this is the answer for you!
 
We have select dates available for you to practice your skills throughout the year.  $10 covers your pool time, one rental tank and any scuba equipment you may need.

The pool will be available from 6 - 9pm on the following nights:  
  • May 24
  • June 28
  • July 26
  • August 24
  • September 27
Conflict with your schedule?  No problem!  Call the store to check our pool availability.
Thanks for checking out our ENewsletter.  Let us know how we're doing - give us a call or send an email and let us know how we can improve your ENewsletter.
 
Sincerely,
 

Your Underwater Phantaseas Dive Crew
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