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[WreckWench]

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Megladon Teeth...8 Million years old and OTHER prehistoric teeth/fossils a whopping 40-60 Million years old!!! Find them diving 4 dives a day on the Cooper River, SC August 4-9, 2011. TRAVEL DAYS: Aug 4th and Aug 9th

Join this exciting and rare diving excursion arriving in Charleston, SC where you'll take a quick taxi if flying (about 9 miles) to our new hotel the Sleep Inn to get settled in and prepare for Four (4) full days of 4 one hour dives...yes 4 full (1) hour BOAT dives looking for Megladon Shark Teeth ranging from 4-6 inches across as well as other prehistoric teeth, fossils, pottery and exciting finds in the famous Cooper River. The Cooper River, once part of the ocean is a hotbed of history and we can experience this unique diving opportunity with one of the most renown dive operators on the River. AND we can help document history while still keeping any artifacts we find! (See below for info on helping the State of SC). River diving is quite an art...many operators will dive the river every weekend where due to tides you can only get 2 dives in during the day or maybe 3. Off the Wall Dive Charters our dive operator picks only the weekends where the tides will let you get in 4 dives each a full hour! In other words, twice the opportunity to find teeth for the same price as everyone else! And knowing the river like Bill aka OTWDiver, owner of OffTheWallDiving.com, does, he will safely put us on the rich gravel beds full of teeth, guide us to the transition points where new teeth are being uncovered and share with us new spots that he is continuously exploring so that we too can find these rare precious artifacts and LOTS of them! Don't miss this great opportunity limited to the first lucky 6 divers to do this unique and adventurous dive! And look for some special offers for ONLY SD members that OTWDiver will be offering us! Don't delay...only 6 people can go. Everyone is getting in on the excitement...see what SharkDiving Magazine has to say about their first shark tooth expedition...

We are excited to offer our first Cooper River Megladon teeth shark tooth hunting trip! While we normally search out the live animals...no shark adventure would be complete without exploring the grand daddy of them all...the Megladon!

Cooper River, SC Megladon Shark Tooth & Artifact Hunting Trip for $899* d/o "Fly In or Drive In" plus air/transport to Charleston, SC.(Less $25 discount to be less than 2010 pricing if paid in full by Feb 26, 2011) Don't Miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to find Megladon teeth, 1800 century bottles, Arrow Heads, and more! The Cooper River trip is limited to 6 people so don't delay!

Pricing Summary: Please see below for full terms and conditions.

Fly/Drive In 4 days diving 5 nites d/o $899 s/o $1154

PLUS...
If adding 4 rental tanks (all alum 80's) @ $12 per tank your rental price is $192 for 4 days.
If filling your own 4 tanks @ $8 per tank your fill price is $96 for 4 day trip (assumes tanks are full when arrive)

Who's Going Searching For Teeth & Artifacts? (MUST Advise D/O or S/O Pkg & Tank Needs & Lead Needs when booking) SEE POST #2 FOR FULL LIST OF THOSE GOING:

BOOKING TEMPLATE:

1. YOUR NAME HERE
Summary of Payments to Date: We list the money we've rec'd so far here
Pkg either s/o or d/o for 5nites/4 days: pkg you want here
Amt of Lead Needed: ?? lbs
Tank needs: Tell us if renting or getting fillsAvailable Discounts List if Applied: List Disc if applicable[/b]
Extra Nights BEYOND 5/4 or 4/4 pkgs: ??
Nitrox: NO Nitrox Available
D/O or S/O: Tell us again if single or double occupancy
Documents: SD Waiver _____ SD Survey _____ Lic _____ Ins Summary______ We will list when done
Dive Insurance Current: Yes or no and give us your policy info
Trip Insurance CHOOSE ONE:
a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.
b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.
c. I will not purchase trip insurance and will accept all losses accordingly.
Flight & Transport Details:
Add'l Days/Tours (List Out):
Rental of Canister Lights (Limited to 4):
Other:

0. Kamala aka Wreck Wench
Summary of Payments to Date:
Pkg either d/o or s/o 5nites/4days: d/o for 5nights/4 days
Amt of Lead Needed: 16 pounds
Tank needs: 4 rental alum 80's (includes fills)
Available Discounts List if Applied: YES = $25 Early Payment in Full for less than 2010 Pricing
Extra Nights BEYOND 5/4 pkgs: NO
Nitrox: NO Nitrox Available
D/O or S/O: D/O
Documents: SD Waiver Rec'd SD Survey Rec'd Lic yes
Completed SC Licensing Process: YES
Dive Insurance Current: YES Dive Assure & DAN
Trip Insurance CHOOSE ONE: a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.
Flight & Transport Details: DRIVING to Charleston but staying 5 nights
Add'l Days/Tours (List Out): None
Rental of Canister Lights (Limited to 4): Yes for 4 days $100
Other: Mostly Vegetarian for the cookout or fish, red wine


Captain: Bill aka OTWDiver
DM: Kamala aka WreckWench

Renting Canister Lights $25 per day: (4 available total)
1. Kamala aka WreckWench 4 days - $100 confirmed
2. Susan aka Resqdew
3. Heidi aka uwfan
4. Clint aka ScubaClint


Wanting to do DAN Research & Use Cochran Computer: (6 available total)
1. Kamala aka WreckWench
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Waiting List
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Cooper River, SC Availability Update:

SD honors a first come and first paid premise that is driven by posting in our community and using our online payment system. Once a trip appears to have filled up from the "My Check is in the Mail" and the confirmed deposits/pymnts we will open an official waiting list for the trip. As openings occur or deposits are not received, we'll open up the Waiting List for trip participants.

Please note that while you may send pm and email requests for availability, the official availability is ONLY available in the main trip post. Thank You! -ww

Here is the full information on the trip:

TEMPS & CONDITIONS:

The weather in South Carolina is remarkably consistent all summer and perfect for this kind of diving. The temperatures range in the mid to high 80's during this time of year and the water temps are in the mid 80's making this truly diving in comfort!

AIRFARE:

We'll fly into Charleston, SC which is where the Cooper River is located. Alternately you can fly into Columbia, SC which is a 1.5 hr drive or Atlanta but it is a 6 hr drive or you can fly into Greenville Spartanburg but that is approx a 3 hr drive. We'll be using domestic carriers so for a small $25 booking fee we'll make your arrangements for you otherwise you are more than welcome to make your own arrangements.

ARRIVAL:

Please plan to be in Charleston by 7:30 pm if you want to do the group dinner Aug 4th. This is not the group bbq we do that is included in the trip price. Otherwise we'll see you at breakfast at 6am the next morning in the hotel restaurant! The Sleep Inn is about 9 miles from the airport to the hotel. You can also rent a car if you wish.

HOTEL INFORMATION:

We'll be staying at the Sleep Inn which is about 9 miles to and from the airport. A breakfast buffet is also included with your stay. The Hotel is conveniently located to the boat ramp where we'll depart for our trip. A Home Depot is nearby as well as numerous restaurants offering all types of fare. The hotel is across the street from the Ramada which has become a living legend in its own rights as many Military Reunions have been held there for all branches of the service dating back many many years. The surviving vets and war heroes line the walls with photo memorabilia of a bygone time...and the reminders that 'Freedom is not Free'. You'll certainly enjoy the trip down memory lane and may even meet a real American Hero or two staying at the hotel. Hotel Address for divers is:
Sleep Inn N. Charleston
7435 North Side Dr
Charleston, SC 29420 US

Hotel Amenities

• Swimming Pool
• Bar
• BBQ and picnic area
• Free Wifi
• Free Breakfast

SCHEDULED ITINERARY

Aug 4th Arrive in South Carolina (most likely Charleston and meet for dinner in Lobby at 7:30pm)
Aug 5th Breakfast at 6am at the hotel. First dive at 7am or 7:30 am with subsequent dives at approx 10 am, 1 pm and 3:30pm. (Dive times are contingent on the tides and currents and subject to change but we will let you know the schedule the night before). SD will prepare a traditional cookout with four types of meats, grilled veggies, sides, dessert, wine & beer & sodas so all you have to do is clean up, relax, eat and enjoy! Dinner will be approx 7:30pm
Aug 6th Breakfast at 6am and the same dive plan as the day before. Group Dinner will be approx 7:30pm nightly at a local eatery! (Ribs, Seafood, LOTS of great choices!)
Aug 7th Breakfast at 6am and the same dive plan as the day before. Group Dinner will be approx 7:30pm nightly at another great local eatery!
Aug 8th Breakfast at 6am and the same dive plan as the day before. Group Dinner will be approx 7:30pm nightly at yet another great local eatery!
Aug 9th Departure Day for everyone who flew in or opted to stay the last night so as to relax, enjoy and get a fresh start on the 17th. We'll also get pictures of all our great finds!

WHAT YOU'LL SEE:

You'll be doing a night dive in the middle of the day. Its not muck diving...simply night diving in fresh water as you descend 20-40 feet to the bottom of the River. You'll drop in 'heavy' as you do not want the current to take you downstream as you descend. As you descend to the bottom you'll see the water go from a red color to a dark tea color but with your lights on you'll have as much visibility as your light will give you. And more than enough to see the 'teeth' and artifacts in the gravel beds of the river bottom! You can drop straight down...or go down the anchor chain as a visual reference. (If opting to go along the anchor chain you will actually be moving up river along the chain so it will take you longer to reach the bottom. However it also means you will start your searching ahead of everyone else which could mean add'l finds for you.)

COOPER RIVER $899 d/o or $1154 s/o FLY/DRIVE IN PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• 5 nights/4 days diving for Megladon teeth, artifacts and other prehistoric fossils
• 4 (1) hour dives daily for 4 days or a total of 16 dives!
• Hotel accommodations at the Sleep Inn Including FULL BREAKFAST Daily at 6am
• SD Famous 'Meet & Greet Get To Know Everyone' Parties
• Full Lunch, snacks and drinks on the boat each day of diving
• Grey SD T-Shirt typically with funny saying on the back commemorating the trip!
• All taxes included
• Daily SD.com H20 Happy Hours and Dinner together as a group!
• Diving Gifts and Giveaways from various SD Vendor Partners as available
• Meals: An SD Cookout including 4 marinated meats, veggies, slaw, wine & beer & more is included along with lunch, snacks and drinks on the boat along with full breakfast daily at the hotel. Dinner the remaining nights will be a local area restaurants on the member!

COOPER RIVER PACKAGES DO NOT INCLUDE:

• Airfare or transport to Charleston, SC
• Air fills or rentals (see below for pricing) - NOTE YOU NEED 4 TANKS ON THE BOAT EACH DAY
• Dinner night of arrival nor 3 of the 4 nights in town
• Rental, instruction and retail charges
• Crew gratuities usually $20+ a day
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
• The only food not included is day of arrival lunch and dinner, and dinner all other nights except for the SD cookout.

OPTIONAL ADD-ON'S:

• Air fills $8 per bottle (you'll need 4 bottles/tanks a day)
• Rental air 80's $12 per tank (you'll need 4 tanks a day)
• Nitrox: Sorry nitrox is not available due to the shallow depths of 20-40 ft
• Canister Light Rental $25 per day (only 4 available)
• Single Room Rate is $51 more per night. (A limited number of single rooms are available.)
• T-Shirt Color Upgrade: The trip comes with a white or grey SD t-shirt which can be upgraded to black or purple for $5 subject to availability.

DISCOUNTS:

• Price includes a cash discount. Please add 3% if paying via any non-cash methods including paypal or credit card. (E-checks via our payment link do not incur this fee nor do they cost you anything via our Secure Online Payment GateWay however credit card payments still do!)
• $25 rebate eligible after trip for SD premier and above membership levels (See my signature for link to the forms forum. If you are new to the site send an email to trips@singledivers.com to get the password. PLEASE follow the directions on the form for proper submission & processing.)
• Sign up and pay for this trip in full by Feb 26, 2011 and receive an early bird booking discount of $25 cash at time of booking if paid in full making the trip cheaper than 2010
• Add'l $25 Active Duty Military Discount for any active duty military of any country that fights for freedom.
• Deposit is a $500 per person non-refundable deposit. (Deposit can be refunded via claims on your trip insurance if you have to cancel or by selling your spot to a non-SD.com member, however you must ask SD for help. Note: Manifest, airline and other passenger change fees may apply even if you sell your spot.)

HOW TO BOOK A SPOT ON THIS TRIP:
ASAP: $500 non-refundable deposit in order to secure a spot. No spot will be secured until money is rec'd via our Secure Payment Gateway. (See link along top, on home page and in my signature line.)

PROGRESS PAYMENTS:
PRICE SUMMARY: $899 for 5 nites 4 days of (4) one hour dives daily, includes breakfast and lunch and snacks daily + our awesome cookout including beer and wine OR as low as $874* if paid in time to qualify for our early booking special making it less than 2010 pricing.
*assumes payment in full by Feb 26, 2011 d/o for this price. See above for full details and other pricing options.

a. 02-18-11 $500 non-refundable deposit due at booking to hold a spot payable only via SD's payment link.
b. Pay in FULL by Feb 26, 2011 for $25 cash discount taken at time of booking & payment in full.
c. 04-4-11: $399
d. 06-4-11: ALL EXTRAS DUE...Tank Rentals or Tank Fills, rentals, RAB's, extra days etc. Note: Trip must be paid in full 60 days prior to departure. Missing payments can forfeit your spot to the next person on the waiting list.

PLEASE obtain trip insurance ...it is VERY inexpensive and will protect your investment. You can purchase it right online as well as check quotes etc. It is very economical is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Click here for a free quote or to purchase online!

or

Dive Assure - Click here for another provider that provides excellent rates and coverage!
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Pictures Shown Are:

Pic #1: Colonial Pipes found by the Wench
Pic #2: Trophy Meg
Pic #3: Trophy finds from one single trip!
Pic #4: The SD Trip Group Haul

Edited by scubaclint, 13 July 2011 - 09:11 AM.

[WreckWench]

Who's Going Searching For Teeth & Artifacts? (MUST Advise D/O or S/O Pkg & Tank Needs & Lead Needs when booking):

BOOKING TEMPLATE:

1. YOUR FIRST NAME & SCREEN NAME HERE
Summary of Payments to Date: We list the money we've rec'd so far here
Pkg either s/o or d/o for 5nites/4 days: pkg you want here
Amt of Lead Needed: ?? lbs
Tank needs: Tell us if renting or getting fills
Available Discounts List if Applied: List Disc if applicable
Extra Nights BEYOND 5/4 or 4/4 pkgs: List any extra days needed
Nitrox: NO Nitrox Available
D/O or S/O: Tell us again if single or double occupancy
Documents: SD Waiver _____ SD Survey _____ Lic ____ Ins Summary_____ We will list when received
Dive Insurance Current: Yes or no and give us your policy info
Trip Insurance CHOOSE ONE:
a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.
b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.
c. I will not purchase trip insurance and will accept all losses accordingly.
Flight & Transport Details:
Add'l Days/Tours (List Out):
Rental of Canister Lights (Limited to 4):
Other:

0. Kamala aka Wreck Wench
Summary of Payments to Date:
Pkg either d/o or s/o 5nites/4days: d/o for 5nights/4 days
Amt of Lead Needed: 16 pounds
Tank needs: 4 rental alum 80's (includes fills)
Available Discounts List if Applied: YES = $25 Early Payment in Full for less than 2010 Pricing
Extra Nights BEYOND 5/4 pkgs: NO
Nitrox: NO Nitrox Available
D/O or S/O: D/O
Documents: SD Waiver _Rec'd___SD Survey _Rec'd____
Completed SC Licensing Process: YES
Dive Insurance Current: YES Dive Assure & DAN
Trip Insurance CHOOSE ONE: a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.
Flight & Transport Details: DRIVING to Charleston but staying 5 nights
Add'l Days/Tours (List Out): None
Rental of Canister Lights (Limited to 4): Yes for 4 days $100
Other: Mostly Vegetarian for the cookout or fish, red wine


Deposit received & Waiting on Documents (THESE NAMES DO NOT REDUCE SPOTS ON THE BOAT UNTIL MONEY IS RECEIVED) :

1. Diver Ed aka Ed
Summary of Payments to Date: $500.00 + $470
Pkg either s/o or d/o for 5nites/4 days: D/O
Amt of Lead Needed: Bringing own
Tank needs: Bringing own
Extra Nights BEYOND 5/4 or 4/4 pkgs: ??
D/O or S/O: D/O
Documents: SD Waiver Rec'd, SD Survey Rec'd, Lic ____ Ins Summary Rec'd
Dive Insurance Current: Yes
Trip Insurance CHOOSE ONE:
a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.
b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.
c. I will not purchase trip insurance and will accept all losses accordingly.
Flight & Transport Details: driving
Add'l Days/Tours (List Out):
Rental of Canister Lights (Limited to 4): no
Other:

2. Susan aka Resqdew
Summary of Payments to Date: $999 + $167
Pkg either s/o or d/o for 5nites/4 days: D/O
Amt of Lead Needed: 12 to 14lbs Tank needs: $192 Pd
Available Discounts List if Applied: $25.00 discount for early payment: $25 Discount
Extra Nights BEYOND 5/4 or 4/4 pkgs: no
Nitrox: NO Nitrox Available D/O or S/O: D/O
Documents: SD Waiver - Rec'd SD Survey - Rec'd Lic - ____ Ins Summary - Rec'd
Dive Insurance Current: Yes Dan Preferred #431447 3/31/2012
Trip Insurance CHOOSE ONE: b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.
Flight & Transport Details: posted once confirmed
Add'l Days/Tours (List Out): none at this time
Rental of Canister Lights (Limited to 4): $100.00 Pd
Other:Goodie Bag

3. Heidi aka uwfan
Summary of Payments to Date: $1191
Pkg either s/o or d/o for 5nites/4 days: D/O 5/4, PD
Amt of Lead Needed: ?? lbs - guessing 6 (usual Carribean diving ) + 5 lbs. overweight = 11 lbs
Tank needs: Yes $192 PD
Available Discounts List if Applied:
Extra Nights BEYOND 5/4 or 4/4 pkgs: No
Nitrox: NO Nitrox Available
D/O or S/O: D/O
Documents: SD Waiver Rec'd, SD Survey Rec'd, Lic _____ Ins SummaryRec'd,
Dive Insurance Current: Yes
Trip Insurance CHOOSE ONE: b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.
Flight & Transport Details: will list when purchased
Add'l Days/Tours (List Out): no
Rental of Canister Lights (Limited to 4): Yes $100 Pd
Other: mostly vegetarian, some meat okay

Goodie Bag, Brass Pick, Gloves
Battery, Din to Yoke conversion

4. Daniel aka TRVLR99
Summary of Payments to Date: $1346
Pkg either s/o or d/o for 5nites/4 days: 5/4 S/O PD
Amt of Lead Needed: 10 lbs
Tank needs: Tell us if renting or getting fills: Renting $192 PD
Extra Nights BEYOND 5/4 or 4/4 pkgs: NONE
D/O or S/O: S/O
Documents: SD Waiver Rec'd, SD Survey Rec'd, Lic _____ Ins SummaryRec'd,
Dive Insurance Current: DAN,YES
Trip Insurance CHOOSE ONE: c. I will not purchase trip insurance and will accept all losses accordingly.
Flight & Transport Details: DRIVE
Add'l Days/Tours (List Out): NONE
Rental of Canister Lights (Limited to 4):
Other:

5. Valerie aka Valmuse
Summary of Payments to Date: $899
Pkg either s/o or d/o for 5nites/4 days:
Amt of Lead Needed: ?? lbs
Tank needs: Tell us if renting or getting fills
Extra Nights BEYOND 5/4 or 4/4 pkgs: ??
D/O or S/O: single or double occupancy
Documents: SD Waiver _____ SD Survey Rec'd, Lic _____ Ins Summary Rec'd
Dive Insurance Current: Yes or no
Trip Insurance CHOOSE ONE:
a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.
b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.
c. I will not purchase trip insurance and will accept all losses accordingly.
Flight & Transport Details:
Add'l Days/Tours (List Out):
Rental of Canister Lights (Limited to 4):
Other:

6. Clint aka ScubaClint
Summary of Payments to Date: $1446
Pkg either s/o or d/o for 5nites/4 days: s/o
Amt of Lead Needed: Bringing own
Tank needs: $192 Pd
Available Discounts List if Applied:
Extra Nights BEYOND 5/4 or 4/4 pkgs: None
Nitrox: NO Nitrox Available
D/O or S/O: s/o
Documents: SD Waiver Rec'd, SD Survey Rec'd Lic ____ Ins Summary Rec'd
Dive Insurance Current: Yes DAN
Trip Insurance CHOOSE ONE:
c. I will not purchase trip insurance and will accept all losses accordingly.
Flight & Transport Details: Driving
Add'l Days/Tours (List Out): None
Rental of Canister Lights (Limited to 4): Yes $100 Pd
Other: Goodie bag, brass pick, gloves

Edited by uwfan, 23 July 2011 - 08:32 PM.

[WreckWench]

CHECK HERE FOR ONGOING UPDATES AND FAQ's....



LOOK HERE FOR ONGOING IMPORTANT TRIP UPDATES:

1. 2-18-11 Trip opened up for Premier Member and Above "First Dibs" booking until 2-26-11. (Since there is a $25 EXTRA discount if paid in full by 2-26 you may wish to upgrade to premier member of which you'll get $25 back and be one of the first to get this extra deal!)

2.

FAQ - CHECK HERE OFTEN TO AVOID READING ALL THE POSTS IN THIS THREAD!


Q. I have 2 tanks can't I just get them filled over lunch or do I really need to bring 4 tanks with me?
A. We will eat lunch on the boat which is supplied as part of your trip pkg. So if you want to do 4 dives you need to bring 4 FILLED tanks with you. There is no time to fill tanks before the dives on the first day. So if you can't borrow 2 more filled tanks you'll need to rent 2 to go with the 2 you have.

Q. Why the big deal over trip insurance and when do I have to buy it if I want it?
A. People are used to things being pretty good and not worrying about things like insurance. However for some reason MORE people have experienced having to cancel a trip or having their vacation ruined due to accidents, illness, death in the family and even death of the member. And while our vendors and SD truly want to help you, we are extremely limited in what we can do if you did not take out trip insurance. Therefore we will be STRONGLY ENCOURAGING you to buy trip insurance and consider an annual plan like Dive Assure (link at end of first post) to cover all those unexpected things that would otherwise cause you to lose most if not all of your vacation monies. NOTE: The last possible date to buy insurance is before the last payment is due so 90 days before the trip UNLESS YOU PAY IN FULL FOR ANY EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNTS.

Q. I am new to the single divers website and am interested in getting some more information about your trips. I was looking at this trip. Do you have people from all over and all ages and experience levels that go on these trips?
A. Yes we do. Divers range from about 25 to 55, we average about 40% women…sometimes more on our trips…several have been essentially 'chick trips' with more gals than guys and we have every one from novices with 6 dives to master scuba diving instructors on trips. EVERYONE is welcome and we love new(er) divers. We even offer an innovative program for new divers that is part divebuddy/dive mentor. Its called Rent-A-Buddy and you hire a private DM to be your buddy so you can focus on YOU and YOUR diving and not worry about anything or anyone else. Your buddy will also mentor you providing customized feedback on YOUR diving helping to reinforce GOOD habits or develop GOOD habits right from the start. Everyone who participates in this program RAVES about it. Its quite reasonable…$50 per day or $150 for the week.

Q. I'm trying to decide if I should do a double occupancy to save money or a single just in case the roomie thing does not work out. What do you recommend?
A. You have CHOICES on our trips. One of our primary goals is to AVOID SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS. We use an extensive rooming and trip survey to help us with rooming decisions. If we help you with rooming you won't be disappointed. And if for some reason your roomie looked good on paper but just didn't pan out in reality...TRUST ME WHEN I SAY...it's not a big deal and we'll get you swapped with someone else in a flash. EVERYONE knows that it could be them that didn't mesh with their roomie so they are happy to help someone else match up better. After all...it could be them the next time. So let us know which way you want to go and you can see by the extensive survey we do...we have LOTS of parameters to help you match on many levels with a potential roommate. And if you just want to unwind and pamper yourself...the single upgrade fee is not that much and you can have a luxurious time by yourself. The CHOICE is YOURS!!!

Q. Do I need to sign in as a member to be able to access all the forms that are needed?
A. Yes you will need to register on the site with a screen name (choose a fun diving or personality related one if you can) and you'll need to be logged into the site to post. Once you tell us you are going on a trip with us we send you a link to the forms in case you have not found the link in my signature along with the password for the forum. (Note it is NOT the same as your login password.) To sign up for a trip simply POST in the topic/thread that you want to go with us, your payment is enroute and then tell us if you'll need extra days, if you want double or single occupancy, if you want nitrox or air, etc.

Q. What would be the easiest way to pay with my credit card for this, could I call you and pay that way?
A. You can pay with credit card via our new secure online web payment gateway. Simply click on the CLICK HERE TO PAY SD NOW button in the first post and it will allow you to pay via cc or your checking account. All prices are discounted for cash so if not paying via check please include the 3% non-cash convenience fee. If using a credit card not drawn on a US bank you may have to fill out our credit card authorization form so we can process your payment manually (found in the forms forum link in my signature) and email it as a pdf to me to kamala@singledivers.com or fax it to me. Again please include the 3% non-cash convenience fee if paying via this method.

Q. Is it more common for people to book their own flights, or do you do most of the travel arrangements for people?
A. Actually most people do book their own flights. We are happy to help but charge a nominal $25 booking fee for researching and booking flights for you unless the flight is part of the trip package and then the price is covered in the trip cost already. Let us know if you'd like us to make travel arrangements for you. We simply add the $25 fee to your total invoice.

Q. Can I get a Rent-A-Buddy for this trip...how does it work?
A. Yes you can rent-a-buddy for the trip...we have a limited number of DM's/Instructors available for you to rent to help you focus on only yourself and not worry about being someone's buddy or to allow you to improve your air consumption and bouyancy etc. You are hiring a professional 'coach' to help you reinforce your recent open water skills or to help you refresh them or to just basically help to mentor you. IN THIS CASE TO HELP YOU FIND TEETH AND DEAL WITH LOW LIGHT CONDITIONS. The price is $75 per day or $150 for the 4 diving day trip.

Q. I will need Rental Gear. What do I do?
A. Let us know what you need for rental gear? We will have Cochran computers available that you can use to do DAN research AND avoid having to rent. As for other rental gear...please let us know and we'll get you the prices.

[WreckWench]

This trip is NOW OPEN FOR BOOKING!!!

Please note the procedure outlined in HOW TO BOOK A SPOT ON THIS TRIP as it has CHANGED! Please use the NEW BOOKING TEMPLATE to help you sign up for the trip! And not following it may result in you not booking your spot properly. This normally may not be an issue but in a trip where spots are limited vs. demand...improperly booking may result in not getting a spot.

Note: You are responsible for READING EVERYTHING IN THE FIRST POST! If you do not and do not book your trip properly, SingleDivers.com will honor those bookings that were made according to the new process outlined in the first post. You will also note that we are using a new format for collecting information from you that we need to book your holiday. We are streamlining our manual processes so we can better automate them later this year and next.

And finally...since this trip is anticipated to fill out quickly, your spot will NOT be guaranteed until we receive you $500 deposit AND you FILL OUT THE BOOKING TEMPLATE. In order to be fair all payments will be received via our new SECURE ONLINE payment gateway ONLY so they will be timestamped accordingly. The payments are NOT realtime so to compensate for the lag...ONLY PAYMENTS RECEIVED VIA THE NEW SECURE ONLINE PAYMENT GATEWAY WILL BE HONORED. As noted in the first post, if you have ANY problems please document them and contact kamala@singledivers.com asap to manually enter your payment in the gateway or resolve the problem for you.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW THEM INCLUDING THE USE OF OUR NEW SECURE ONLINE PAYMENT GATEWAY! (Instructions and link found in the first post.)

HOW TO BOOK A SPOT ON THIS TRIP:

Be sure to read this section in the FIRST POST as it has changed.

And see you in HISTORIC CHARLESTON!!!

Remember our premiers get first dibs on booking until Feb 26th!

[Diver Ed]

Just an FYI....................On the first page that comes up for the make a trip payment, there was not an option for the Cooper river trip. The option was there on the second page. I do not know if it is still being set up, and the problem is that I was TOOOOOOOO quick to jump on this trip or if it was an over site. Just figured I would let you know. My deposit has been submitted. Can we go NOW???? Ed

[Diver Ed]

1. YOUR NAME HERE Diver Ed aka Ed
Summary of Payments to Date: Deposit via echeck $500.00

Pkg either s/o or d/o for 5nites/4 days: D/O
Amt of Lead Needed: will bring
Tank needs: will bring
Available Discounts List if Applied: List Disc if applicable[/b]
Extra Nights BEYOND 5/4 or 4/4 pkgs: ??
Nitrox: NO Nitrox Available
D/O or S/O: double occupancy
Documents: SD Waiver ???, SD Survey ???,
Lic ____, Ins Summary_____
We will list when done
Dive Insurance Current: Yes or no and give us your policy info

Trip Insurance CHOOSE ONE:
a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.
b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.
c. I will not purchase trip insurance and will accept all losses accordingly.
Flight & Transport Details: driving
Add'l Days/Tours (List Out):
Rental of Canister Lights (Limited to 4): no
Other:

[TRVLR99]

Hi < I think I had the same problem DiverEd had , I have submitted full payment for S/O and for the tank rentals , So take a look at my payment and make sure i did it right , Thanks Daniel

[Resqdew]

Resqdew
Summary of Payments to Date: 2/18/11 payment sent: $899.00 D/O & $100.00 canister light rental 4 days
Pkg either s/o or d/o for 5nites/4 days: D/O
Amt of Lead Needed: 12 to 14lbs
Tank needs: renting tanks since I will be flying in
Available Discounts List if Applied: $25.00 discount for early payment (forgot to deduct this)
Extra Nights BEYOND 5/4 or 4/4 pkgs: not at this time - but could change
Nitrox: NO Nitrox Available
D/O or S/O: double occupancy
Documents: SD Waiver ???, SD Survey ???, Lic ____, Ins Summary_____ **docs completed in near future**

Dive Insurance Current: Yes Dan Preferred #431447 3/31/2012

Trip Insurance CHOOSE ONE:
b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.

Flight & Transport Details: posted once confirmed
Add'l Days/Tours (List Out): none at this time
Rental of Canister Lights (Limited to 4): $100.00 sent with payment

[Diver Ed]

Hello Susan, as well as other river divers.................When filling out the template, make sure to add additional weight to the lead section. I normally use 12 lbs when diving. I started the trip last year with 15 lbs, and ended the trip with 18. Kamala will mention numerous times to add 3-5 pounds to your belt, and I suggest going with the additional 5 pounds. As she will be traveling and bringing the lead, she will wand to know upfront about how much to bring. Ed

[Diver Ed]

For the people that are going on the Cooper River trip in August, South Carolina requires each diver to have a license. A 6 month license is $10.00 for non S.C. residents. They also have a two year option, but at $36.00, it makes more sense to go with the 6 month one and renew it if you only do a yearly trip. If I recall correctly, it took 3-5 weeks to get the license last year. Below is the web site that has the info, form, and such. As Kamala will mention, if you do not have a license, you will not be allowed to keep any of the treasures that you find. Once you get the license, they will ask you to send in quarterly reports of your finds. It is a very basic and simple process, but it allows the state to see what kinds of fossils and artifacts are being found, and where. If anyone has any questions, I will be happy to help. Ed

http://www.divetheco...Application.pdf

[uwfan]

1. Heidi aka uwfan
Summary of Payments to Date:
Pkg either s/o or d/o for 5nites/4 days: D/O 5/4, payment sent
Amt of Lead Needed: ?? lbs - guessing 6 (usual Carribean diving ) + 5 lbs. overweight = 11 lbs
Tank needs: renting tanks, payment sent
Available Discounts List if Applied:
Extra Nights BEYOND 5/4 or 4/4 pkgs: ?? none
Nitrox: NO Nitrox Available
D/O or S/O: double occupancy
Documents: SD Waiver ???, SD Survey ???,
Lic ____, Ins Summary_____
We will list when done
Dive Insurance Current: Yes
Trip Insurance CHOOSE ONE:

b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.

Flight & Transport Details: will list when purchased
Add'l Days/Tours (List Out): no
Rental of Canister Lights (Limited to 4): yes, payment sent
Other: mostly vegetarian, some meat okay

[Landlocked Dive Nut]

Ed, a huge to you for helping get the details out to everyone! The trip coordinators are very appreciative. And, since I'll be seeing you in Bonaire, I'll buy you a rum punch for your help. I'm sure Sandy would agree!

Trvlr99, we do need you to post the template in this thread to get your sign-up rolling. If you need help, email your phone # and a good time to call you to trips@singledivers.com so I can walk you through it.

[WreckWench]

With Dan doing s/o we will need another person to do s/o. It may come down to the last spot being an s/o since the trip is almost full already.

I am sooooooooooo glad we have 2 gals on the trip! This will keep me from sleeping with a man other than my husband!

Got a great mix of returning and new divers!

[TRVLR99]

1. YOUR NAME HERE DANIEL
Summary of Payments to Date: We list the money we've rec'd so far here PAID IN FULL AND FOR TANK RENTAL
Pkg either s/o or d/o for 5nites/4 days: pkg you want here S/O
Amt of Lead Needed: 10 lbs
Tank needs: Tell us if renting or getting fillsAvailable Discounts List if Applied: List Disc if applicable[/b]RENTING TANKS
Extra Nights BEYOND 5/4 or 4/4 pkgs: NONE Nitrox: NO Nitrox Available
D/O or S/O: Tell us again if single or double occupancy S/O
Documents: SD Waiver _____ SD Survey _____ Lic _____ Ins Summary______ We will list when done
Dive Insurance Current: Yes or no and give us your policy info DAN,YES
Trip Insurance CHOOSE ONE:
a. I have trip insurance that covers this trip already.
b. I will purchase trip insurance to cover this trip.
c. I will not purchase trip insurance and will accept all losses accordingly. XXX
Flight & Transport Details: DRIVE
Add'l Days/Tours (List Out): NONE
Rental of Canister Lights (Limited to 4):
Other:

Edited by TRVLR99, 19 February 2011 - 09:15 PM.

[Landlocked Dive Nut]

Hey Daniel! Glad you figured out the Template part. Just ignore my email!