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Atlantic Edge Newsletter July 16, 2008


 
Atlantic Edge Dive Center
In This Issue
Florida Lobster Mini-Season
Work at the Dive Store!
GEAR SPECIAL!
Giant Manta Video
Ten Ways to Protect the Underwater Environment
Computer/Nitrox Special
Looking for a Cheap Vacation?
Join Our Mailing List!
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 Scuba Divers Find B26 Wreck

This is a really neat article, if you are into history and wrecks, you will really enjoy this. 
 
Read the article here ( compliments of Scuba Herald )
 
DC Dive Show Gaining Momentum

The DC Dive Show is on its way. The show is September 26th & 27, 2008 at the Hyatt Regency in Crystal City, VA, just minutes from National Airport.  To date, seven of the local dive centers have joined in support of the show.  Several of the local dive clubs have climbed on board as well for this first annual event featuring presentations by: Stan Waterman, Leigh Bishop, Michael Barnette, and Cathy Church; with more in the works.

This event, supported by the Mid Atlantic Scuba Retailers, as well as other local organizations, will be a highlight of the Mid Atlantic Region.  Included with the exhibits
 
are numerous presentations from around the world plus a Friday Evening Film/Photo Festival hosted by Berkley White and Backscatter.   During the Film Festival the Winners of the Mid Atlantic Photo Contest will be announced..
Got Lobster?
 
Atlantic Edge Dive CenterFlorida's lobster mini-season is nearly upon us ( July 30-31 ).  This would be a fantastic opportunity to take a few days, go down to beautiful Fort Lauderdale and try your luck on catching a great dinner!

For details and to book a trip, call South Florida Dive Headquarters at 1-800-771-DIVE
 
Aquarium Program in the News
Atlantic Edge - Dive the National Aquarium in Baltimore
 
Our unique Aquarium Diving program has been in the news lately.  We have had great articles in the Chicago Tribune as well as the Howard County Times.  If you are still trying to decide if you want to do these dives, check out these articles - it will make your decision easy!

To read the Chicago Tribune Article, click here

To read the Howard County Times Article, click here
Aquarium Diving Availability
Atlantic Edge - Scuba Camp
With the cost of gas and seemingly everything else going up, wouldn't it be cool if you get a great dive or two in without getting on a plane and paying for a hotel room? 
 
If this sounds like a good idea to you, join us for our dives in the National Aquarium in Baltimore!.  You could dive for years and not experience the kind of animal interaction you will in one night at the Aquarium.  Dive with stingrays, sea turtles, pufferfish and much, much more!

We have availability for both of our August dive dates as well as September currently online.  Treat yourself to a great day of diving and join us!

To learn more and to register online, click here
Want to Work in the Dive Store?
 
scuba diving instruction, scuba instruction, scuba diving classes, scuba classesWith gas prices, food prices and seemingly all other prices going up, everyone is looking for a few extra dollars.  What if you could earn a few extra dollars and have fun doing something cool at the same time?!  Atlantic Edge is looking for a few part time Dive Consultants to work in our store in Gaithersburg, MD.
 
Applicants should have at least a high school diploma, be available on evenings and weekends and have some sales experience.  Please note - these are not summer only jobs, we are looking for part-time help that can stay throughout the year.
 
If you are interested, please click here for an application and email your application to diving@atlanticedge.com
Summer Gear Special
 
Atlantic Edge - learn to dive, scuba classes, padi instructionIf you're ready to take the plunge and purchase your scuba gear, check out our Summer Gear Special!!  When you purchase an Aqualung BC, Regulator and Computer, we will give you an Advanced Course for free!!!
 
You can use this Advanced Course to get your gear in the water, try it out and make sure everything fits right and is working properly.  If after trying it out its not exactly what you want, bring it back and we'll get you something else, no questions asked!  We will make sure you have the gear that you want the way you want.
 
For more information, please call us at 1-866-550-3483
 
Giant Manta Video
 
Check out this really nice video of a Giant Manta off the cost of South Florida.  Its not quite as good as seeing it yourself, but close!

View Manta Ray Video
 
Ten Ways Divers Can Protect the Underwater Environment
 
As divers we are all stewards of the underwater world.  We all want the wonderful marine environments and dive sites that we enjoy today to be here tomorrow for our children and our children's children.  We also know that this isn't a given - we have to be proactive and careful in our actions to ensure that this will be the case.
 
Please take a moment to read this Ten Ways a Diver Can Protect the Underwater Environment Article.  You will be glad you did!  These are simple things that we can all do that make a difference!
 
Computer / Nitrox Special
 
Atlantic Edge Dive Center - Enriched Air, NitroxFor a limited time, we are offering a package price on any Enriched Air/Nitrox class with a Suunto Gekko computer for only $399!
 
Using Nitrox and a Dive Computer will dramatically incrase your bottom time, in fact in some cases it could nearly double it!  This is a great investment, and will actually drastically reduce your cost per minute of diving by giving you a lot more bottom time on your dive adventures!
 
 
Get Diver News at DiverWire.com
 
Diverwire - News for the Dive EnthusiastLooking for up to the minute diving related news?  Check out diverwire!  It contains lots of current diving news to satisfy your dive fix in between dives.
Pay for 5, Stay for 7 at the Plaza Resort in Bonaire
learn to scuba dive, scuba diving classes, scuba diving instruction, scuba diving lessonsAlready one of the most popular dive resorts in the Bay Islands, Anthony's Key Resort is also sure to become one of the most popular resorts with travelers through the remainder of the year. Anthony's Key has just announced a special 7-night dive, snorkel and leisure package from travel through the remainder of the year - including Thanksgiving and Christmas weeks. The "special" part of the program is that when you buy the first package, you can bring along a companion at no extra charge.
The complete promotion is outlined here - Anthony's Key 2 for 1 Special . Anthony's Key prides itself on providing quality diving opportunities, exceptional accommodations and unique aquatic experiences. Don't miss this opportunity to take advantage of the special program.
 

Click here for more info ( article compliments of DiveNewsWire )
 
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