The 2014 NSS-CDS May Workshop online registration is open. Please see link below.
Hope to see you there.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2014-ns...ets-5290453890
Tony Flaris
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The 2014 NSS-CDS May Workshop online registration is open. Please see link below.
Hope to see you there.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2014-ns...ets-5290453890
Tony Flaris
904-210-4550
tflaris@me.com
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I just paid online and looking forward to it!
Thank you for supporting the NSS-CDS.
See you there.
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Sorry buddy, wont make it this year due to work and other logistics. But hope to see you up here again at the Midwest and let me know so we can get you in some dives up here and if there is anything I cna help with.
SLIM
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Slim
Hope to see you at the Midwest Workshop.
TF
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Richard Walker, MD - Decompression Physiology
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Dr Walker started diving in 1986 and is author and co-author of numerous papers on diving physiology, as well as an IANTD instructor in Technical Cave, Full Trimix and rebreather.
He is the Adjunct Assistant Professor Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine Duke University, a member of the DCS/AGE committee of the Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society and Vice Chair American College of Emergency Physicians, Undersea Hyperbaric Medicine Chapter.
His accomplishments include:
• U2/High flight Program consultant for US Air Force for neurological DCS mitigation
• Former researcher at NASA for Constellation series mission for DCS mitigation for the Return to Moon & Mars missions
• NOAA Dive Medical Officer
• Program Director, Emergency Medicine Residency UT Memphis
• Former lecturer for Wilderness Medical Society for Diving Medicine
• Lecturer for Physiology of Extreme Environments class at the Center for Environmental Studies, Duke University
Parasu “Por” Komaradat - - Thailand Cave Expeditions
Cave diving in Thailand has expanded in popularity over the last few years with the discovery and exploration of many new cave systems and many types of caves are now becoming popular cave-diving sites, including the sunken limestone caves in several dams around the country, sea caves and deep sinkholes.
Por grew up in Bangkok, Thailand but spent over twelve years in the Pacific Northwest of the United States.
He has become the first Thai certified cave diver and the only Thai technical diving instructor trainer.
His career also includes writing and documentary film production.
He founded Thailand Underwater Cave Exploration Project (TUCEP) in 2010 and discovered 12 new caves in the central and northern part of Thailand.
Eduardo Macedo - – Cave Diving in Brazil. - Discussion to include the situation in Brazil in relation to legislation and tourism. Displays of maps and photos of caves throughout Brazil, as well as videos of some caves of Brazil and the use of old gold mines as an alternative to training for Brazilian divers.
Eduardo started diving in 1993 (SSI) in Porto Seguro (BA) Brazil. He began diving in caves in 1997 (NSS/CDS), exploring various caves in Brazil and worldwide since.
In Brazil, he has participated in several expeditions to explore the caves in the Midwest and Northeast region of the country. In 2001, for the International Congress of Speleology (Brasilia, Brazil, 2001) by UIS (International Union of Speleology), he was responsible for guiding dives in Hell’s Hole. In 2006 he was one of twenty divers that worked mapping the Bees Hole for the Brazilian federal environment agency (IBAMA/CECAV).
He has dived in Florida, Dominican Republic, Brazil and Mexico Caves.
PADI – Course Director, Trimix IT, Sidemount IT, Advanced Wreck IT
TDI – Cave Inst/ CCR O2ptima Decompression Inst/ CCR Cave Instructor
SSI - DCSI Instructor/ TXR Instructor Trainer/ Century Instructor
More speakers to follow
Tony, do you know if they will be holding an IUCRR certification class?
I am not Tony, but I know they are. I am taking it.
Could anyone explain what the "rebreather try dives" entails? I will be doing my Cavern/Intro class May 18-22 and plan to hang around and attend the May workshop think it would be awesome to try a rebreather. But something tells me it's not that simple haha.
That is a strange way to put it. In the past they were called "rebreather experiences". It usually meant you get some briefing, and then dive a rebreather with an instructor in a confined open water area.Quote:
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Well I really hope that is the case. I guess I'll sign up for it and just hope for the best.
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Give me a call.
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Just saw your reply and assume its probably a little late to call now, will give you a call tomorrow. ThanksQuote:
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No worries. Talk with you soon.
TF
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Just a reminder, be sure to register for this years workshop before April 28th to get your FREE Workshop T-Shirt!!!
This year is going to be better than ever with some great speakers from around the world. Also some great opportunities for guided dives on Sunday.
Don't forget about the social on Friday night. It will be held at the Armory as well (there will even be BEER!!!)
We also have a great line up of sponsors this year with more coming in, they include:
Gold Line Sponsors:
Cave Adventurers
Cave Country Dive Shop
Dive Rite
HOG Gear
IANTD
Shearwater Research
Circuit Sponsors:
Manta Industries
Jump Sponsors:
Dive Outpost
Confirmed door prizes so far of a Shearwater Petrel and Dive Rite RX17 Light!!!
Find out more info and register online at https://2014nsscdsworkshop.eventbrite.com
Just pre-registered! Indian Springs guided dive is sold out.
Don't forget to pre-register for the workshop before April 28th to get your FREE Workshop T-Shirt!!! Register at https://2014nsscdsworkshop.eventbrite.com/
Eduardo Macedo will be presenting on cave diving in Brazil.
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A great line up of Speakers... don't miss out
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How can you not love this face?
http://www.cavediver.net/forum/galle...nerthpdf-1.jpg
Time is running out to get your FREE Workshop T-Shirt. Don't forget to pre-register for the workshop before April 28th to get your FREE Workshop T-Shirt!!! Register at https://2014nsscdsworkshop.eventbrite.com/
I plan to show up! I tried to contact an organiser about offering to give a talk on some aspect of UK cave diving but have not had a reply so it looks like Rick and I will just be there for the beer. FW will be our minder.
Try reaching out to Jim Wyatt Workshop Chair atQuote:
Originally Posted by Duncan Price
Jim@cavediveflorida.com
Hokey smokes! Now I really want to make it. Dunno if I can or not.Quote:
Originally Posted by Duncan Price
Whoa! I'm sure gonna miss out. I have a wedding that weekend.Quote:
Originally Posted by Duncan Price
If the organizers don't schedule either you or Rick for a talk then everyone else is gonna miss out too. My votes for a talk on anything either one of those guys wants to talk about.
And of course I vote for FW failing at his minding job. :)
You're getting married????Quote:
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Nope, not my wedding.Quote:
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We have arranged a CDS rate at the Holiday Inn in Lake City. It is Memorial day weekend, so the best they could do is $99. They are holding 20 rooms and if they fill up they can add more. Here is the info they sent:
We are excited to be hosting your group. The accommodations are now ready, and your guests may begin making reservations at any time. They may either call us directly at the number below, or toll free at 1-800-HOLIDAY, and just mention the "NSSCDS" group either way (Group Code: "NSS"). They may also use the booking link below, and just choose the appropriate dates in order to see the special rates. The deadline to book in order to receive these special rates is May 2, 2014. Rooms which have not been reserved by a specific individual will not be held after that date. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact me or the Manager on Duty. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you!
Special rates for the 2014 NSS-CDS Workshop
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Just post the link, email, or PM it to me and I'll fix
Tony, is that $99 for two nights? ... or per night?
Jeff
I did not make the arrangement but I will call to find out.
TF
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Link:
http://www.holidayinn.com/hotels/us/...&icdv=99801505
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To see the Presentation on Jacob's Well, you have to be at the Workshop
Don't forget to pre-register for the by today, April 28th, to get your FREE Workshop T-Shirt!!! Register at https://2014nsscdsworkshop.eventbrite.com/
After today you can still register and see the great line-up of speakers that will be present. Be sure to register!
Wondering about this? Come to the Workshop and hear Ken's presentation.
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Good news! you can still register via Eventbrite!
https://2014nsscdsworkshop.eventbrite.com/
I got a reply recently from Jim - he is not sure if there is an open slot of not - in which case we'll just take the opportunity to meet old friends and familiar enemies.Quote:
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The NSS-CDS facebook page says that preregistration with t-shirt has been extended till May 20, eventbrite site says sale ends May 23. What is the actual date and can one pay at the door and still get a t-shirt?
Also, I don't suppose that the springs will clear up in time for the workshop (other than Manatee and Ginnie). How will that impact some of the diving events (held on the 25th?) and is there some schedule of times (and locations where applicable) for the diving events?
Anybody in the know care to respond?Quote:
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I may not know until the last moment if I am able to attend. - Thanks
I suspect they will use the latest date. If you pay at the door, you will have to pay extra for a t-shirt.Quote:
Originally Posted by vicp
Hey Guys.... Some have asked about FREE T-shirts with Pre-Registration. We have worked with vendors to be able to put in our shirt order at the latest possible date, to give everyone ample time to register and get their FREE shirt.
TODAY is the absolute FINAL day to get your free shirt with pre-registration. The cut off is tomorrow May 13th at 9:00 EST, if you don't make the cut off we still encourage anyone planning to come to the workshop to pre-register.
Pre-register @ https://2014nsscdsworkshop.eventbrite.com
You're not going to believe this, but you can still order tickets for the workshop at Eventbrite! https://2014nsscdsworkshop.eventbrite.com/ The free pre-registration T-shirt is no longer available but you can see the wonderful photos of Mexico's caves in Ricardo Castillo's presentation.
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Due to popular demand we have added more guided dive slots for the Cave at Blue Grotto. There are 15 more slots available for the Sunday following the Workshop.
Also the owner of Blue Grotto, Kurt Huber, has graciously lowered the price of admission to $25 for guided divers from the Workshop.
If you want to grab one of these spots, do it fast at : https://2014nsscdsworkshop.eventbrite.com/
Just a short post to say what a great time Rick and I had at the workshop and social. We have a few stories to tell, particularly when I was mistaken for a TV celebrity when we went for a meal on Saturday night. We also had to cancel Rick's nuptuals when he discovered that his furture wife had got married and moved away.
Now getting used to being on BST rather than FWT. ;-)
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Originally Posted by Duncan Price
FWT = Out of bed while the stars are still bright, and dawn is only a rumor. Breakfast in the Dive Outpost kitchen before the shop is open, or at a diner as the first customers, after waiting in the parking lot for them to open. Thawing icicles off our exposure suits. Carrying tanks to the water as the early birds are still tuning up, and in the water as the sky starts to lighten in the East... :)
Mike