Ice Diving
Tour
Ice Diving Course & Tour
Join us for an Ice Diving certification event!
Ice Diving adds a whole new level to the world of scuba. What better way to experience a winter wonderland than diving under the ice! In this tour, we’ll take you where others refuse to go. If you are the adventurous no-limits type, this tour is perfect for you.
This tour requires out of state travel, travel expenses not covered.
Non-Private tours are subject to minimum participants, schedule may change.
Winter only
Maximum 3 divers per instructor (let us know in advance for large parties)
Please bring:
Mask
Fins
Snorkel
Boots
Suitable clothes for the weather of the day
Contact lenses if you wear glasses
Cold weather only:
Long underwear
Thick socks
Boots will be provided
Included:
1-2 Days depending on group size, weather and time allowance.
Dive Professional
Top of the line rental dive gear including: buoyancy control device, regulators, gauges, weights, weight belt, wetsuit / drysuit, and compass
Lunch and or snacks
Padi Wreck Diving specialty certification card
For your safety, all participants must:
Have your Padi Open Advanced Water certification (or equivalent)
Have your Padi Dry Suit certification (or equivalent)
Have read, signed, and followed directions on the online medical statement (link provided in confirmation email) PDF
Have our Medical form signed off by a doctor if they are age 60 or older PDF
Sign our liability release form PDF
Be at least 13 years of age (students 12 years of age and younger are required to take private classes.)
Be able to communicate in English
Not be pregnant
Instructors & Staff
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When can I take a tour?
A: Ice Diving is available only during our annual Ice Hole event!
Q: Can I buy food close by?
A: Large events may include food, if you have special dietary requirements please pack a lunch. There is a shop close to the dive sites with typical convenience store food.
Q: Do I need to pay for Parking?
A: Some dive sites require a day pass or parking permit (paid at the entrance).
Q: Can I bring my own equipment?
A: Yes absolutely, using your own equipment whenever possible will let you feel more comfortable in the water without having to learn a new setup each time. Please bringing older equipment to our shop first to have it checked and serviced before your dive, this will ensure it is in good working condition so you don’t miss the dive.
Q: How much time should I allow?
A: Travel time to the dive site is about 2 hours from Fort Smith. We will meet at the site dive, go over information and safety instructions and get wet! You’ll need to plan 6 hours or longer depending on size of class and how quickly we get through the material.
Q: Is there anywhere to stay the night?
A: Yes Ice Dive events are typically hosted near many restaurants, attractions, artisan shops, antiques, bars / clubs, and hotels or BNBs.
Q: What do I do if I have more questions?
A: Call us, we would be happy to talk through any questions or concerns.
Location
Location varies with participants, weather conditions, and schedules. If you have any preferences let us know. Make sure to give us your phone number in case we need to contact you.
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