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[scubaclint]

Hey Senor Tom! It's a Cayman Brac reunion! />

[scubaclint]

What is the orphanage supplies thing? I've seen it on both trips but didn't know really what was involved.

On trips Kamala collects donations of school and/or life supplies for a local orphanage/school. If you can spare a pound or two in your luggage, it's greatly appreciated.

Q. I want to bring School & LIFE Supplies for the kids. What is best to bring?
A. Last year we discovered the need for the orphanage which covers ALL AGES includes simply clothing, toiletries and basic supplies which are always hard to come by...notebooks, paper pads, pens, pencils, pencil sharpeners, markers, etc. Please bypass the ones that are more like toys. And please bring them in one of the million canvas tote bags you get from conventions etc....that way they stay together AND a child will end up with a book bag...plus we don't add more plastic to the already challenged environment. You might also pick up some cheap 'readers' from the dollar stores...they will help kids who have a problem reading without glasses. And if you do not want to bring supplies but would rather donate money that is fine too. School supplies have a 50% import tax on them so they become very expensive in the country. That is why paper is good to bring as it is heavy to import and expensive once it is on island. But ANYTHING you bring will be gladly accepted and put to good use. NOTE: Do not pack a box to bring supplies in. Use a suitcase so it looks like it is your personal items. A box will usually be opened and then you will be taxed on the supplies you are bringing in...EVEN if they are for charity.

[ScubaPunk]

Payment Update:
1) Angela aka Scubanewbie7: Received your deposit of $500 + $15 cc fee 4/16!
2) Shelly aka SassyLilCutie: Received your payment of $1370 - 4/17!
3) Helen aka FishFriend: Received your deposit of $500 - 4/17!
4) Patty aka N.J.Turtle: Received your deposit of $500 + $15 cc fee! - 4/17!
5) Bob aka 500psi: Received yourdeposit of $500 + $15 cc fee! - 4/17!


Helen - Please submit your template!

[Scubanewbie7]

Hi,

I'm very excited to go on this trip!

To answer your questions:
1. Yes, I was just waiting for the price for the rent a buddy
2. No
3. Of course!

The nitrox course, I'm assuming with PADI?

Hi Angela and welcome!

A couple of clarifying questions to help our trip coordinators out:

1. Are you planning to pay in full by the 23rd?
2. Are you Active Duty Military?
3. Confirming you want the RentABuddy program for $150?

You may also want to consider doing the nitrox class online and signing up to use the FREE Cochran Computer for DAN research and a chance to use a Best in Class dive computer for FREE!

[orcaman]

I am in! Wooo Hooo!!!, 3rd or 4th trip to this one, you will love it like I do, 2nd only to Dominica in my dive book!!!!!!!

[WreckWench]

I am in! Wooo Hooo!!!, 3rd or 4th trip to this one, you will love it like I do, 2nd only to Dominica in my dive book!!!!!!!

As usual the trip is extra special if you are on it!

Don't forget to do your booking template so we can hold the right room for you, etc.

[ScubaPunk]

I am in! Wooo Hooo!!!, 3rd or 4th trip to this one, you will love it like I do, 2nd only to Dominica in my dive book!!!!!!!

It will be so nice to dive with you again Larry. That's a pretty strong recommendation, since Dominica was so amazing!

[scubaclint]

Larry's in the house!! I forsee a trip full of smiles and laughter.

[SassyLilCutie]

Not sure if it was noticed, but I WILL be doing the 'Rent A Buddy' on this trip. I'll pay for it once I decide on what other options I want.

[scubaclint]

Yup. Sandy marked you down in the 3rd post. Gotcha listed!

[SassyLilCutie]

Yup. Sandy marked you down in the 3rd post. Gotcha listed!

Man, you guys are On Point!

I will not be doing the Nitrox certification on this trip as I'm going to do it locally so I can use it on a smaller trip that I'll be taking in June to San Carlos. Thanks to Kamala for getting me the information on the training!

[WreckWench]

Please pay for the Rent-A-Buddy program sooner vs later. We have a limited number of spots and more people wanting them than open spots. Then you can decide what else you want but we won't accidentally turn someone away or accept one too many.

Yup. Sandy marked you down in the 3rd post. Gotcha listed!

Man, you guys are On Point!

I will not be doing the Nitrox certification on this trip as I'm going to do it locally so I can use it on a smaller trip that I'll be taking in June to San Carlos. Thanks to Kamala for getting me the information on the training!

[WreckWench]

Hello! Thank you for your quick replies. (WE LIKE THAT!) I sent you a PM about the nitrox class and yes it is PADI!

Hi,

I'm very excited to go on this trip!

To answer your questions:
1. Yes, I was just waiting for the price for the rent a buddy
2. No
3. Of course!

The nitrox course, I'm assuming with PADI?

Hi Angela and welcome!

A couple of clarifying questions to help our trip coordinators out:

1. Are you planning to pay in full by the 23rd?
2. Are you Active Duty Military?
3. Confirming you want the RentABuddy program for $150?

You may also want to consider doing the nitrox class online and signing up to use the FREE Cochran Computer for DAN research and a chance to use a Best in Class dive computer for FREE!

[SassyLilCutie]

Please pay for the Rent-A-Buddy program sooner vs later. We have a limited number of spots and more people wanting them than open spots. Then you can decide what else you want but we won't accidentally turn someone away or accept one too many.

Yup. Sandy marked you down in the 3rd post. Gotcha listed!

Man, you guys are On Point!

I will not be doing the Nitrox certification on this trip as I'm going to do it locally so I can use it on a smaller trip that I'll be taking in June to San Carlos. Thanks to Kamala for getting me the information on the training!

Payment Sent!

[Senor Tom]

Sending the deposits today for two spots!

Please make sure I get added to the Cochran computer list; mine died in Roatan. RIP