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SUMMARY:Lost Lake Diving - July
DESCRIPTION:The Great Lost Lake Diving – Salvage: Finding What Was Never Yours\nThey say that nothing is truly lost until your mother can’t find it. In the Pacific Northwest\, however\, we say that nothing is truly lost until it drops off a rental kayak and plunges into the depths. If you have ever wanted to turn your scuba certification into a highly lucrative\, entirely unauthorized underwater lost-and-found department\, this is the excursion you have been waiting for. \nJoin us on Friday\, July 31st\, 2026\, for a premier day of Lost Lake diving. This single-day search-and-recovery campaign will be led by the legend himself\, the incomparable Reverend Randell. There is no boat duty for the Reverend on this trip\, and we won’t be running the shop griddle either—this operation is a pure\, unadulterated underwater treasure hunt. \nWhy Lost Lake Diving is the Ultimate Treasure Hunt\nThe bottom of this particular body of water is essentially an underwater department store with zero oversight. If a tourist can bring it on vacation\, a tourist can drop it over the side. When we engage in Lost Lake diving\, our teams routinely haul up an astonishing bounty of discarded human civilization. We are talking about everything from classic fishing weights\, expensive lures\, and entire intact rod-and-reel setups\, to unopened bottles\, GoPros\, iPhones\, sunglasses\, boat oars\, sun hats\, and full folding lawn chairs. It is anyone’s oyster—assuming you like eating out of a silty freshwater lakebed. \nThe Master Schedule (Punctuality is a Virtue)\n\n0700 Hours – Encampment & Arrival: The Reverend will be on-site early to secure our staging area and stake our claim on prime real estate. Parking fills up rapidly in late July. Arrive at 0700 sharp to claim your spot\, assemble your gear\, and size up the collection bags of your fellow divers.\n1500 Hours – The Pack Out and Inventory: We will have the Spartan transport vehicles loaded\, treasures inventoried\, and be ready to roll back down the mountain by three in the afternoon.\n\nThe Tactical Challenge of Lost Lake Diving\nFrom a thermal standpoint\, Lost Lake diving is a beautifully deceptive beast. The top twenty feet of the water column absorbs the July sun and stays remarkably warm. However\, once you cross that invisible line into the deeper trenches where the good loot hides\, the temperature drops rapidly into the bone-chilling 40s. \nThis creates a unique logistical dilemma. If you stay shallow looking for dropped sunglasses while wearing a heavy drysuit\, you risk overheating on the surface interval. If you drop below twenty feet into the sub-arctic layer in a standard summer wetsuit\, you will rapidly turn into a shivering human popsicle. For a successful day of Lost Lake diving\, a well-insulated drysuit is highly recommended. Plan your undergarments carefully\, manage your profiles\, and consult the Spartan crew on-site if you are torn on your thermal strategy. \nThe Reverend will be personally leading two distinct guided dives—one to the south end and one to the north—but you are welcome to splash as many times as you and your buddy want\, provided you are diving within your physical training limitations. \nSustenance & Survival (Fend for Yourself Edition)\nWe are bypassing the wiener roast for this trip. There will be no sausages or brats on the griddle. Divers are strictly required to bring their own lunch\, snacks\, and mid-day fuel. However\, Spartan SCUBA will still be bringing a calculated surplus of crisp water and light snacks to keep everyone hydrated between profiles\, alongside our standard suite of on-site emergency gear and dive professionals. \nCrucial Altitude Advisory & The Spartan Upgrade\nLet’s talk geography. Lost Lake sits at an elevation of approximately 3\,140 feet above sea level\, which firmly places this excursion into altitude diving territory. Because the reduced atmospheric pressure up here alters your decompression models\, all participants are strictly required to dive with and monitor a Personal Dive Computer (PDC). If your computer’s altitude settings are still a mystery to you\, don’t sweat it—our on-site team will be there to help you dial it in safely. Want to turn this treasure hunt into an official credential? We are offering our specialty Spartan SCUBA Altitude Diver Course as an optional add-on ticket for this trip. You’ll learn the science of mountain diving\, log your required profiles under an instructor’s watch\, and leave the lake with a brand-new certification card to show for it. \nLogistics\, Costs\, and Admin\nThe administrative fee for this day of Lost Lake diving is a flat $30 per person. Your admission includes premium Spartan logistics support\, shoreline safety infrastructure\, and your choice of: \n\nTwo (2) air-fills at Spartan HQ ahead of Friday if you are using your own cylinders.\nTwo (2) tank rentals for the day\, provided by the shop.\n\nNote: The entry fee does not include individual park parking or day-use fees. Vehicle access is up to the individual. All shop rental cylinders must be brought to the shop this afternoon! \nThe Fine Print: As always\, no paperwork means no bubbles. All divers must complete the SDI Liability Waiver for Guided Dives before touching the water. \nClean out your collection bags\, prep your drysuit seals\, and let’s go see what the tourists left behind for us with a little Lost Lake diving!
URL:https://spartandiveteam.com/events/lost-lake-diving-july/
LOCATION:Lost Lake\, 9000 Lost Lake Road\, Hood River\, OR\, 97031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Group Dive,Local,Water: Fresh
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SUMMARY:Sunrise BBQ and Dive - a MAS and Spartan SCUBA Event
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Sunrise BBQ and Dive event\, hosted by the Maritime Archeological Society and Spartan SCUBA\, where you’ll have an unforgettable experience!\n⚓ MAS Artifact Mapping\, Photo Challenge\, & Summer BBQ! ⚓ \nWhen: Saturday\, August 1st | Operations Commence: 0800 – 1400 \nWhere: Sunrise Resort on Hood Canal (Hoodsport\, WA) \nRSVP Required: Please register via the website below\, NOT Facebook\, so we can get an accurate headcount for food! \n🔍 The Mission: Actual Wrecks & Artifacts\nDuring the Sunrise BBQ and dive event\, we will be leveling up from our last session! It’s time to take those baseline offset and trilateration skills out of the “practice zone” and apply them to actual underwater boats and artifacts. \nJoin us at the Sunrise BBQ and Dive for an incredible day filled with adventure and learning. \n\nThe Twist: We are adding an underwater photography challenge this time. You’ll be tasked with capturing clear\, identifiable documentation of your “archaeological finds” under real-world conditions.\nNon-Divers & Surface Crew Welcome! This isn’t just for those getting wet. We need surface support\, shore-based data logging\, and folks to help coordinate artifact sketches as teams exit the water. Come hang out\, learn the process\, and see how a mission comes together!\n\n📋 In-Water Skills Assessment: “Right-Seating” the Team\nDoc will be in the water running casual dive skills evaluations. Don’t sweat this—there is zero “pass or fail” here. \nWe will be looking at diver trim\, buoyancy\, communication\, and team awareness. The goal is purely Mission Classification. For example: \n\nDivers with precision buoyancy might lead the close-up measurement team.\nDivers with sharp situational awareness and solid communication might anchor our underwater photography and documentation crew.\n\nIt’s all about figuring out where your unique strengths best serve the mission when we deploy on a real wreck or artifact mission. \n🏛️ About the Maritime Archaeological Society (MAS)\n \nIf you aren’t familiar with MAS\, they are a fantastic non-profit dedicated to discovering\, documenting\, and conserving shipwrecks and submerged cultural resources right here in the Pacific Northwest. From archival research and beach surveys to technical underwater mapping\, they bridge the gap between history and active exploration. You can learn more about their incredible work on the MAS About Us Page. \nThe staff at the resort are incredibly excited to host the Sunrise BBQ and Dive\, making it a memorable occasion for all participants. \n✍️ A Note on Training & Commitment\nWe have a phenomenal roster of interested divers for this event\, and we are excited to get to work. To show your commitment to this project and to start the next level of training with the dive team\, there is one small but important prerequisite: all participants must be registered members of MAS. \nMembership directly supports the preservation of local maritime history and ensures we are all aligned as we move forward into advanced training pipelines. You can get registered in just a few minutes through the MAS Membership Page. \n🦪 The Playground: A World-Class Dive Park\nIf you haven’t dived the Sunrise Resort underwater park yet\, you are missing out on one of the premier cold-water training setups in the Pacific Northwest. Shawn and Diana have poured incredible effort into making this park a dynamic\, thriving underwater ecosystem and an unparalleled training ground. \nFrom deliberate structural attractions to the natural marine life that calls Hood Canal home\, there is a reason Spartan SCUBA has planted its flag here as official stewards and developers of the park. Want a sneak peek at the layout\, the wrecks\, and the vision before you splash? Check out the dedicated Sunrise page to see more about this beautiful resort\, midway through their complete tear-down and rebuild\, right on the water! \n\n🪵 Experience the Sunrise Resort Perks!\nThe Sunrise BBQ and Dive event is also a perfect opportunity to establish your own relationship with the resort owners and get used to top-tier shore diving amenities. They are close to being fully rebuilt\, and the facilities are looking incredible. Aside from the world-class dive park right off the shore\, standard amenities for our event day include: \n\nDedicated Gear Rinse Station: Clean off the salt kit right by the water without the usual gravel-parking-lot scramble.\nThe Post-Dive Hot Tub: The absolute best way to thaw out your core and talk story after a productive cold-water mission.\nOn-Site Cylinder Fills: No need to haul half a dozen tanks. Keep your steel and aluminum topped off right at the resort for just $10 + tax.\n\n🌭 The Shindig: Spartan SCUBA & White’s Meats Wiener Roast\nThe massive talent that is Reverend Randell\, doing one of the million things that he does best – making meat magic!\nOnce operations conclude\, it’s time to enjoy the BBQ portion of the Sunrise BBQ and Dive! \n\nProvided: White’s Country Meats is supplying a premium sausage and brat-fest\, hosted alongside Spartan SCUBA.\nRefreshments: Spartan SCUBA is providing water and sparkling N/A beverages on site.\nPotluck Style: Everyone is encouraged to bring a shareable side dish\, salad\, or dessert\, plus any personal preferred snacks or drinks.\n\n⚙️ Logistics\, Rentals\, & Fees\n\nDay-Use/Splash Fees: There is usually a $20 per-person resort day-use fee for the park. However\, a generous\, anonymous\, benefactor has taken care of this for our group! Your $20 fee can stay firmly planted in your pocket.\nGear & Cylinder Rentals: If you need tanks or gear\, early communication is vital. Please lock in your rental requests with Spartan SCUBA no later than Thursday\, July 30th so we can have everything staged and ready.\n\nSo that’s it – that’s all I’ve got. If this doesn’t excite you about our Sunrise BBQ and dive event\, hosted by MAS and Spartan SCUBA\, then I don’t know what will! \n➡️ Follow us on Facebook!
URL:https://spartandiveteam.com/events/sunrise-bbq-and-dive/
LOCATION:Sunrise Resort on Hood Canal\, 24520 Hwy 101\, Hoodsport\, WA\, 98548\, United States
CATEGORIES:Group Dive,Local,Sunrise,Training,Water: Salt
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SUMMARY:Technical Dive Training
DESCRIPTION:🛑 Spartan Dive Team: Advanced Technical Dive Training\n📍 Sunrise Resort on Hood Canal | 🗓 Sunday\, Aug 2 – Wednesday\, Aug 5\, 2026\nReady to push your limits\, refine your configuration\, and step into the world of true technical diving? \nThe Spartan Team is heading up to the pristine\, challenging cold waters of Hood Canal for four days of intensive\, high-level training. Whether you are looking to transition away from traditional backmount or want to safely extend your depth and time limits\, this block is built for serious advancement. \n🏋️‍♂️ Training Modules Offered:\n\nIntro to Tech & Sidemount: Master precision buoyancy\, trim\, and alternative propulsion while dialing in your harness and plumbing.\nAdvanced Nitrox & Decompression Procedures: Learn the theory\, planning\, and execution of staged decompression dives using hyperoxic mixes up to 100% Oxygen.\nExtended Range: Take your skills deeper\, managing complex gas planning and physiological factors with precision.\n\n🏡 Lodging & On-Site Amenities\nWe have reserved the Sunrise Resort Dorm for the team. Staying on-site means we are right at the water’s edge\, maximizing our training time and taking full advantage of Sunrise’s top-tier diver amenities: \n\nPremium Diver Services: Dedicated gear rinse basins\, a secure drying room for suits\, outdoor diver showers\, and direct stair access straight into the water.\nOn-Site Air Fills: Keep tanks topped off between sessions without leaving the property.\nResort Perks: High-speed Wi-Fi to review dive profiles\, an on-site coffee bar & pizza oven for quick post-dive fuel\, a waterfront hot tub to thaw out after long tech runtimes\, and a beach BBQ/picnic area for team dinners.\nDorm Availability: We have exactly 3 spaces available in the dorm. First-come\, first-served. If you want in on the team lodging\, do not wait.\n\n⚠️ A Note on Expectations\nThis is a highly intensive training event. It requires focus\, energy\, and an absolute commitment to safety and skill mastery. \n\nStudents: Come prepared to work\, study\, and sweat. The rewards are entirely worth it.\nRecreational / Fun Divers: If you aren’t classing up but want to connect with us for some standard diving over these dates\, you are welcome to reach out! Just keep in mind that the team’s primary focus will be dedicated to the technical courses running throughout the week.\n\n🎟 How to Connect\nReady to step up? Select your option via the ticket selection below to secure your training spot\, claim a dorm bed\, or let us know you’re coming up to dive the park with us.
URL:https://spartandiveteam.com/events/technical-dive-training/
LOCATION:Sunrise Resort on Hood Canal\, 24520 Hwy 101\, Hoodsport\, WA\, 98548\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advanced Diver Training,Group Dive,Local,Sunrise,Technical Dive,Water: Salt
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SUMMARY:Bubble Brains - August 26
DESCRIPTION:🤿 “Bubble Brains” Leadership & Expansion Showcase\nWhen: Thursday\, August 6\, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM \nWhere: Spartan HQ \nWho: Spartan Owners & Dive Leaders Only (Instructors\, Divemasters\, & Leadership Staff) \nRSVP Deadline: Monday\, August 3rd \n🧱 New Space\, Big Plans\nCome check out our freshly remodeled shop floor! We’ve added roughly 200 square feet of dedicated space to HQ—and yes\, step-by-step world domination is officially underway. \nBefore we plot complete industry takeover\, we’ve got shop business to handle. This meeting is where the leadership team lines up our operations\, sharpens our marketplace focus\, and maps out the future of our dive programs. \n📋 Agenda\n\nCompany & Shop Operations: Reviewing internal business and priorities for the upcoming season.\nMarketplace & Industry Pulse: Where we stand in the regional and national dive industry landscape\, and where we’re heading next.\nTrip Proposals & Logistics: Have a local dive\, specialty weekend\, or custom itinerary you want to put on the schedule? Bring it to the table! We’ll evaluate feasibility\, calendar fit\, and operational logistics.\nFuture Travel Brainstorming: Open discussion on upcoming travel destinations\, group trips\, and dive travel strategy.\n\n🧀 Eats\, Drinks & Shareables\n\nProvided at HQ: A spread of meats\, cheeses\, crackers\, and crisp veggies (strictly not sourced from Tyler Farms 😉)\, plus non-alcoholic drinks.\nShareables Welcome: Feel free to bring your favorite beverage or a shareable treat to pass around as we talk shop.\n\n🎟️ How to RSVP\nTo make sure we have enough food and drinks prepped for everyone\, please claim your spot no later than Monday\, August 3rd. \nRSVP tickets are located directly below this post! Select your ticket to confirm your attendance.
URL:https://spartandiveteam.com/events/bubble-brains-august-26/
LOCATION:Spartan HQ\, 1217 NE Burnside Rd\, STE 303\, Gresham\, OR\, 97030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local,meeting
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SUMMARY:Pool Night - August
DESCRIPTION:🤿 Ready to Train? Join Spartan SCUBA for our Pool Night in August! 🤿\nWhether you’re looking for a SCUBA Discovery or a Refresher\, Open Water training\, or dialing in your Technical and Sidemount skills\, this is the perfect time to follow us out to Mt. Hood Athletic and get your feet wet! \n⏱️ Class Dependent Scheduling\nWhile the pool session itself runs for exactly two hours from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM\, your overall class schedule will vary based on the type of training and your instructor(s). Please make sure you coordinate directly with your team regarding your specific arrival and training timeline. \n🎒 What to Bring\n\nGear: Your class-specific equipment or the new setup you’re testing.\nPersonal Items: Appropriate swimwear\, a towel\, and dry clothes to change into after hopping out of the water.\n\n🏟️ Facility & Amenities\nWe love running our sessions at Mt. Hood Athletic in Sandy\, OR. The facility has everything we need for a smooth evening: \n\nOnsite restrooms and convenient rinse showers.\nWater faucets for a quick rinse or refill.\nA fully accessible onsite AED for ultimate safety peace of mind while we train.\n\n👥 Want to Just Come Practice?\nNot in a formal class but need to test some new gear configurations or practice your buoyancy? \n\nSpartan Team/Students: No fees apply.\nGuests & Non-Students: Casual divers and “randos” are always welcome to join the fun and splash around with us for an additional $20 pool fee.\n\n👇 Drop a comment or message the shop directly to secure your spot for this session! Let’s get wet!
URL:https://spartandiveteam.com/events/pool-night-august/
LOCATION:Mt. Hood Athletic Club\, 37095 US-26\, Sandy\, OR\, 97055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local,Training,Water: Fresh
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SUMMARY:SCUBA Dive August 9th
DESCRIPTION:SCUBA Dive August 9th – “Midsummer Sunday Splash”\nTitle: Sunday Midday Dive Day at Sunrise! \nDate: Sunday\, August 9\, 2026 \nLocation: Sunrise Resort\, Hoodsport\, WA \nShake off the pre-work week blues the absolute best way we know how—by getting wet! Join us for a beautiful weekday escape to Hood Canal. With the summer sun warming up the surface\, it’s the perfect time to slide down the south steps\, cruise the gradual slope\, and see if we can spot some resident wolf eels\, giant Pacific octopuses\, or schooling perch. \nThis is a Fun Dive Day by default\, but if you have a class to finish or skills you want to polish\, we’ve got you covered! \n📋 RSVP details:\n\nFun Divers: Just let us know you’re coming to enjoy the water.\nTraining Minded? If you want to train on this day\, please contact me directly in advance so we can coordinate. When you RSVP\, make sure to fill out the training detail section!\n\n⚓ Sunrise Resort Amenities & Perks:\n\nThe Shoreline: Easy stair access to a gradual slope. Explore 10 different wrecks within recreational limits!\nDiver Services: Dedicated gear setup benches\, fresh-water rinse trough\, and a warm dry-room to hang your suits between splashes.\nOn-Site Air & Nitrox: Keep your tanks topped off right at the resort ($10+tax for air).\nPost-Dive Warmup: Access to the clean bathrooms/showers and the legendary guest hot tub!\nNote: A $20+tax beach access fee applies for non-lodging guests.
URL:https://spartandiveteam.com/events/scuba-dive-august-9th/
LOCATION:Sunrise Resort on Hood Canal\, 24520 Hwy 101\, Hoodsport\, WA\, 98548\, United States
CATEGORIES:Group Dive,Local,Sunrise,Water: Salt
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SUMMARY:SCUBA Dive August 14th
DESCRIPTION:🦀 Scuba Dive August 14th – “The Friday Warm-Up Dive”\nTitle: Friday Dive Day – Kickstart Your Weekend! \nDate: Friday\, August 14\, 2026 \nLocation: Sunrise Resort\, Hoodsport\, WA \nWhy wait for Saturday to start your weekend? We’re heading up to Sunrise for a Friday dive day to beat the weekend rush. Come out for a couple of relaxed shore dives\, enjoy the fantastic visibility of the Canal\, and swap stories on the shore afterward. \nThis is a scheduled Fun Dive Day! Whether you want to navigate the wrecks or just practice your buoyancy over the sandy slope\, come join the team. \n📋 RSVP details:\n\nFun Divers: Claim your spot so we can coordinate buddy pairings.\nTraining Minded? Want to turn this into a training day? Shoot me a message beforehand\, and I will set up the RSVP with a dedicated training detail section for you!\n\n⚓ Sunrise Resort Amenities & Perks:\n\nEasy Access: Sturdy stairs down to the beach (or a short walk at low tide).\nThe Dive Site: Little to no current\, excellent macro photography opportunities\, and incredible marine life.\nNo-Fuss Fills: Air and Nitrox available on-site.\nThe After-Dive Hangout: Fire up the BBQ area (charcoal and gas grills available) or soak in the oceanfront hot tub\nNote: A $20+tax beach access fee applies for non-lodging guests.
URL:https://spartandiveteam.com/events/scuba-dive-august-14th/
LOCATION:Sunrise Resort on Hood Canal\, 24520 Hwy 101\, Hoodsport\, WA\, 98548\, United States
CATEGORIES:Group Dive,Local,Sunrise,Water: Salt
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SUMMARY:Open Water - Private Group
DESCRIPTION:Spartan SCUBA is closed for a private training event.
URL:https://spartandiveteam.com/events/open-water-private-group/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Local,Private Group,Training,Water: Fresh
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SUMMARY:August Search and Recovery Training
DESCRIPTION:Behind the Badge: Spartan SCUBA and CCSO Search & Recovery (SAR)\nOn Sunday\, August 16th\, the Spartan SCUBA & Dive Team will be heading out for a dedicated Search & Recovery training evolution under the auspices of our partnership with the Clark County Sheriff’s Office. \nMany people don’t realize that the Spartan SCUBA crew actually makes up the bulk of the CCSO SAR dive team. When the call goes out\, we are the team heading into the water. Public safety and black-water recovery operations demand absolute precision\, and this training ensures our divers remain razor-sharp and prepared for the zero-visibility challenges of our local Pacific Northwest waters. \nOur commitment to carrying this shield and answering the call comes down to a few immutable principles: \n\nBringing Closure: To stand ready in the darkest hours\, providing answers and closure to families who have experienced unimaginable loss.\nSecuring Evidence: To utilize advanced technical diving skills to locate and retrieve critical evidence that has been cast into Davey Jones’ Locker\, ensuring justice is served.\nStewardship & Duty: To step up\, master a difficult skill set\, and simply be good people who serve the community when it matters most.\n\n🚨 Answer the Call: Join the Team\nWe actively recruit all year long for the SAR team. While we only officially onboard and add new members to the roster at the beginning of the year\, the evaluation and connection process starts now. \nIf you’ve ever wondered if you have what it takes to do real-world\, active community service underwater\, don’t just guess—come find out. We welcome qualified divers to come out to a training session\, meet the crew\, and see exactly what SAR diving looks like firsthand. \nEvent Details: \n\nWhat: CCSO SAR Dive Team Training Evolution & Open House for Prospective Recruits\nWho: Spartan SCUBA & Dive Team (Operating as CCSO SAR)\nWhen: Sunday\, August 16\, 2026\nHow to Attend: shoot an email to Doc to get the location details and timing.
URL:https://spartandiveteam.com/events/august-search-and-recovery-training/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Advanced,Local,PSD Diving,Search & Recovery,Water: Fresh
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc":MAILTO:doc@spartandiveteam.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260817
DTSTAMP:20260721T205226Z
CREATED:20260721T205226Z
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SUMMARY:Open Water: Private Group - Day Two
DESCRIPTION:Second day of open water training – private group.
URL:https://spartandiveteam.com/events/open-water-private-group-day-two/
LOCATION:Sunrise Resort on Hood Canal\, 24520 Hwy 101\, Hoodsport\, WA\, 98548\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local,Private Group,Sunrise,Training,Water: Salt
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260818
DTSTAMP:20260716T014757Z
CREATED:20260716T014757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T014757Z
UID:15002-1786924800-1787011199@spartandiveteam.com
SUMMARY:SCUBA Dive August 17th
DESCRIPTION:🐙 SCUBA Dive August 17th – “Monday Fun-Day Shore Splash”\nTitle: Monday Dive Day – Sunrise Exploration! \nDate: Monday\, August 17\, 2026 \nLocation: Sunrise Resort\, Hoodsport\, WA \nKeep the summer diving momentum going! We’re heading back to our favorite Hood Canal playground for another incredible Monday in the water. Grab your buddy\, pack your gear\, and let’s go hunting for nudibranchs\, wolf eels\, and giant Pacific octopuses. \nThis is a scheduled Fun Dive Day to keep things relaxed\, low-key\, and heavy on the underwater fun. \n📋 RSVP details:\n\nFun Divers: Sign up to let us know you’re in for the fun-dive caravan!\nTraining Minded? If you have specific training goals or need an evaluation\, let me know ahead of time. I’ll modify the sign-up to include the training detail section.\n\n⚓ Sunrise Resort Amenities & Perks:\n\nPerfect Setup: Spacious gear benches\, an outdoor shower\, and a gear rinse trough.\nUnderwater Highlights: Labeled and well-mapped dive paths leading directly to awesome wrecks.\nOn-Site Fills: Quickly fill your tanks right on the property.\nApres-Dive Comfort: Hang out by the retaining wall or warm up in the hot tub!\nNote: A $20+tax beach access fee applies for non-lodging guests.
URL:https://spartandiveteam.com/events/scuba-dive-august-17th/
LOCATION:Sunrise Resort on Hood Canal\, 24520 Hwy 101\, Hoodsport\, WA\, 98548\, United States
CATEGORIES:Group Dive,Local,Sunrise,Water: Salt
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc":MAILTO:doc@spartandiveteam.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260823
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260830
DTSTAMP:20260708T141724Z
CREATED:20260707T202759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T141724Z
UID:14980-1787443200-1788047999@spartandiveteam.com
SUMMARY:ChO2ptima Training - Shop Closed
DESCRIPTION:📢 Shop Notice: Heading to Florida for Next-Gen Training\nSpartan SCUBA will be closed from Sunday\, August 23rd through Saturday\, August 29th. \nThe Spartan brass are heading down to Gainesville\, Florida\, for a grueling\, 5-day intensive Closed Circuit Rebreather (CCR) course. This isn’t a vacation—it’s a deep dive into advanced decompression procedures on air diluent\, ensuring our team brings the absolute highest level of technical dive expertise back to the Pacific Northwest. \n⏱️ From the 1800s to Today: The Silent Evolution\nRebreather tech isn’t actually new. The very first workable oxygen rebreathers were built back in the late 1800s for submarine escape and military stealth. But back then\, they were a dangerous game of guesswork. Early divers had to grapple with erratic gas mixtures\, crude chemical scrubbers\, and zero real-time feedback on what they were actually breathing. \nFast forward to today\, and the technology has completely transformed. Modern electronically controlled CCRs (eCCRs) utilize redundant digital voting logic and advanced oxygen sensors to monitor every single breath\, maintaining a perfect\, automated partial pressure of oxygen (ppO2) throughout the dive. The danger has been replaced by precision engineering. \n🦈 The Gear: The Dive Rite ChO2ptima (Chest Mount)\nFor this evolution\, we are training on the Dive Rite ChO2ptima—affectionately known as the Choptima—and it is a total game-changer for technical and mission-driven diving. \nWhat makes the Choptima standout in modern tech diving? \nUltimate Versatility: Because it’s chest-mounted\, it clips right onto our existing harnesses. We can run it seamlessly with sidemount\, back-mounted doubles\, or a single tank without rewriting our entire gear configuration. \n\nIncredibly Low Work of Breathing (WOB): The breathing loop is one of the shortest on the market. With the dual 3-liter chest counterlungs sitting right at the lung centroid\, breathing underwater feels completely effortless\, regardless of orientation.\nRedundant Brains: Powered by advanced Shearwater DiveCAN electronics\, a Petrel controller\, and a heads-up display (HUD) tracking four independent oxygen sensors.\nScrubber Flexibility: It runs either standard loose granular CO2 absorbent or the foolproof MicroPore ExtendAir solid cartridges\, backed up by dual internal water traps.\nStreamlined for Action: Weighing just 14.4 pounds dry\, it packs down into a carry-on but is rugged enough for tight restrictions and heavy-duty environments.\n\n🚀 Massive News for the Pacific Northwest Tech Community\nIn the rebreather world\, the rules are ironclad: you have to be certified to dive it before you can sell it. \nOnce we successfully wrap up this intensive training evolution\, Spartan SCUBA will officially become an authorized dealer for the ChO2ptima! We will be fully locked and loaded to carry full units\, replacement parts\, and pieces directly out of our shop. We’re not just expanding our knowledge; we’re bringing the premier chest-mounted CCR support directly to local divers. \nMark Your Calendars: \n\nShop Closed: August 23 – August 29\, 2026\nNormal Hours Resume: Monday\, August 31\, 2026\n\nGot gear to pick up or fills needed before we roll out? Make sure to drop by the shop before Saturday\, August 22nd!
URL:https://spartandiveteam.com/events/cho2ptima-training-shop-closed/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Advanced Diver Training,Closed,Travel,Water: Fresh
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc":MAILTO:doc@spartandiveteam.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260723T235414Z
CREATED:20260723T235414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T235414Z
UID:15095-1789171200-1789257599@spartandiveteam.com
SUMMARY:Search & Recovery Training - Clark County Sheriff's Office
DESCRIPTION:Calendar Notice: Spartan Dive Team Operational Deployment \nOn Saturday\, September 12th\, the Spartan Dive Team will be offline and unavailable for general public requests\, training coordination\, or equipment needs. \nThe team is deploying in support of the Clark County Sheriff’s Office Search and Recovery Dive Team for a dedicated operational training and community service day. We are proud to volunteer our time and technical diving capabilities to assist local law enforcement and support public safety efforts in our region. \nWe will monitor urgent messages as safely as our operational schedule allows\, but please expect delayed response times until we are back off the water. General operations\, shop needs\, and student inquiries will resume as normal on Monday\, September 14th. \nThank you for your understanding and support while the crew is out doing the heavy lifting!
URL:https://spartandiveteam.com/events/search-recovery-training-clark-county-sheriffs-office/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Closed,Local,Private Group,PSD Diving,Water: Fresh
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc":MAILTO:doc@spartandiveteam.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260724T001943Z
CREATED:20260724T001943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T001943Z
UID:15098-1789862400-1790467199@spartandiveteam.com
SUMMARY:Giant Week of Diving
DESCRIPTION:🤿 The Ultimate Sunrise Sweep: One Giant Week of Diving & Training\nMark your calendars! Spartan SCUBA is heading up to Sunrise Resort on Hood Canal for an extended\, action-packed dive week from Sunday\, September 20th through Saturday\, September 26th\, 2026. \nWe’re shaking up the schedule this month. Instead of splitting our efforts between an early-month beginner weekend and a late-month technical push\, we are mashing them together into one massive\, week-long diving event. Whether you’re looking to knock out your very first open water checkouts\, dial in your buoyancy\, or push into technical depths\, HQ will be on-site and operational for seven straight days. \nRain\, Snow\, Comet\, or Shine: We’ll Be There\nWhen Spartan sets a date on the calendar\, we mean it. Come rain\, squall\, sudden snow\, or celestial impact\, our crew will be on the beach every single day. \nEach morning\, Spartan leadership will be dropping and securing the dive floats for the entire site. These lines aren’t just for our shop classes—they’re set up to support visiting clubs\, buddy pairs\, and independent divers sharing the water with us. If you’re on-site\, our team will be there to offer surface support\, answer questions about entry conditions\, and help you finalize whatever course certifications you’re currently wrapping up. \nFrom the “Open Water Guppy” to the 180-Foot “Dunk-N-Plunker”\nThe best part about combining our training tracks into a single week is the incredible energy on the beach. You’ll have brand-new divers working on basic mask skills sharing surface interval stories with trimix tech divers gearing up for deep wall runs. \nWe are offering every level of training and recreational diving under the sun throughout the week: \n\nOpen Water Checkouts: Perfect for our newer divers getting comfortable with real-world Pacific Northwest cold-water conditions.\nAdvanced & Specialty Training: Navigation\, night diving\, peak performance buoyancy\, and drysuit orientations.\nRescue & Leadership Drills: Real-time scenario practice and skill refinement for current and prospective dive leaders.\nTechnical & Deep Operations: For the seasoned “dunk-n-plunkers” looking to work the deep drops\, test equipment configurations\, and log targeted bottom time down to 180 feet.\n\nIf you have a specific course requirement you need signed off\, let us know in advance so we can align instructor schedules! \n🏕️ Know Before You Go: Revised Sunrise Amenities\nFor those planning to camp or spend multiple days on-site\, please keep in mind the updated site amenities list for Sunrise Resort: \n\nStaging & Beach Access: Outstanding shore entry with easy access to depths.\nSurface Support: Spartan dive floats deployed daily.\nRestrooms: On-site facilities available for day-users.\nHot Showers: NOT AVAILABLE! (Lol—consider this your official heads-up! Pack warm layers\, bring a thermos of hot water for drysuit rinses\, and prepare for classic PNW ruggedness).\n\nHow to Join Us\nYou don’t need to commit to all seven days to participate! Drop in for a single day\, stack a two-day weekend\, or camp out for the full stretch with the crew. \n\nWhen: Sunday\, Sept 20 – Saturday\, Sept 26\, 2026\nWhere: Sunrise Resort\, Hood Canal\nWho: Open to all Spartan students\, certified divers\, tech teams\, and visiting buddies.\n\nGet your tanks filled\, inspect your gear\, and touch base with HQ if you need rental gear or course sign-offs lined up ahead of time. See you on the beach! \n🏨 Need a Room for the Week?\nIf tent camping or roughing it isn’t your style\, Sunrise Resort offers great waterfront rooms and lodging options right on site. \n\nBook Through Spartan: We can help facilitate room accommodations for our divers to keep the team coordinated. Contact HQ directly to see what we have set aside for the week!\nBook Direct: Prefer to manage your own booking? You can reach out to Sunrise Resort directly to secure a room.\n\nFor full event details\, site maps\, and updates as we get closer to September\, head over to the Spartan Specific Sunrise Page!
URL:https://spartandiveteam.com/events/giant-week-of-diving/
LOCATION:Sunrise Resort on Hood Canal\, 24520 Hwy 101\, Hoodsport\, WA\, 98548\, United States
CATEGORIES:Group Dive,Local,Park Work,Sunrise,Training,Water: Salt
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc":MAILTO:doc@spartandiveteam.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270101
DTSTAMP:20260622T234007Z
CREATED:20260622T224740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T234007Z
UID:14750-1796083200-1798761599@spartandiveteam.com
SUMMARY:SDI Course Director Training - December 2026
DESCRIPTION:SDI Course Director Training – December 2026\nEvent Dates: December 1 – December 31\, 2026 \nFormat: Elite Hybrid (Flexible Online Academics + In-Person Practical Evaluation) \nIn-Water Location: Sunrise Resort\, Hood Canal (Hoodsport\, WA) \nSecure Your Spot: Register & Purchase Here \nReady to take your professional diving career to the ultimate level? Spartan SCUBA & Dive Team is hosting an elite\, hybrid-format SDI Course Director course this December. Earning this rating authorizes you to independently conduct the SDI Instructor Development Course (IDC)\, teach Non-Diving Specialty Instructor courses\, and shape the next generation of dive educators. \nWhy do your Course Director with Spartan SCUBA?\n\nThe “Doc” Premium: This program is personally directed by Dr. Eric Strand (“Doc”)—an Instructor Trainer with 30 years of medical expertise\, military leadership instruction\, public safety diving mastery\, and thousands of technical cold-water dives. You are paying for elite mentorship\, not a rubber stamp.\nThe Pacific Northwest Advantage: True leadership is forged in demanding\, heavy-exposure environments. By mastering student management and evaluation in the cold waters of the PNW\, you prove you can comfortably run an IDC anywhere on the planet.\nFlexible Schedule: Complete the vast majority of your core lectures\, academic presentations\, and standards reviews via interactive online video sessions around your busy schedule.\n\nEvent Schedule & Format\n\nDecember 1–30 (Online Hybrid): Live interactive video sessions covering Methods of Instruction\, Risk Management\, and the Business of Diving.\nPractical Weekend (In-Person): Flawless demonstration-quality skill evaluations\, physical stamina watermanship trials\, and your final academic presentations conducted on-site at Sunrise Resort on Hood Canal. Please note that your final academic presentation must be delivered in person.\n\nPricing & Registration\nOur tuition is straightforward and all-inclusive of your materials\, personalized mentoring\, and Sunrise facility fees (assuming booking in dorm with the Spartan Dive Team – private rooming is at extra cost)—leaving only your final HQ registration fee and personal air fills out of pocket. \nFor current pricing\, complete prerequisite criteria\, and to lock in your slot for this elite professional program\, visit our official product page: \n👉 Purchase & Course Details: Spartan SCUBA Course Director
URL:https://spartandiveteam.com/events/sdi-course-director-training/
LOCATION:Spartan HQ\, 1217 NE Burnside Rd\, STE 303\, Gresham\, OR\, 97030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local,Professional Training - Instructor Level,Sunrise,Water: Salt
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270307
DTSTAMP:20260309T191736Z
CREATED:20260309T191736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T191736Z
UID:14593-1803686400-1804377599@spartandiveteam.com
SUMMARY:Casa Del Mar in Cozumel 2027!
DESCRIPTION:The Spartans LOVE Cozumel! Come see what all the fuss is about!
URL:https://spartandiveteam.com/events/casa-del-mar-in-cozumel-2027/
LOCATION:Casa del Mar\, Chankanaab km 4\, Zona Hotelera Sur\, Cozumel\, Quinta Roo\, 77675\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Travel,Water: Salt
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