Phone (850) 4-DIVING / 434-8464 Fax (850) 549-3645
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Advantages of Diving with PDC
- Capt Ron is the lead Oriskany diver with
over 325 Oriskany dives since her sinking in May 2006.
- You're not just getting a free Dive Master,
you're getting a Navy trained SCUBA instructor that is used to gently and professionally handling inexperienced divers and that guy, you know him, dive god who knows everything.
- The diving desires of experienced divers
are understood and respected.
- You can dive Nitrox without being certified
and get NAUI certified after the dive with a simply multiple choice test.
- Smaller groups with less hassle and wait
- Personalized and simply better service
- More room on the boat for your comfort
- Less time spent boarding and departing
and more time spent diving.
- A longer surface interval for a longer
second dive.
- 1 DM to 4 diver ratio is much safer.
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Capt Ron can marry you above or below.
Small dive groups and personalized service that meets
your diving desires without the "Dive Nazi" attitude!
Current Oriskany Charter Prices
Recreational Divers: 2 dives using a single tank within
recreational depth and no-deco time limits $165.00
Technical Divers: 1 long dive profile within the limits of the
diver's technical certification. $200.00
Adult Rider Only: $75.00
Rental Equipment Package: $69.00 / $59 for Military (tanks
not included)
Nitrox Rental Tanks: $15.00 each. 108cf steel tanks are
available upon request at no extra charge!
Well Earned Tip: $20.00 each. People always ask how
much they should tip. Twenty dollars for captain and crew
combined is the industry standard for good service.
Dive Master: No Charge! Free! Included! Normally, a DM is
a $75-$100 extra fee.
Ask the other charters if a free experienced DM is included!
We work with MBT Divers, Pensacola's premiere full-service
dive shop.
Bean bags for your traveling comfort!
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Capt Ron is currently the lead Oriskany diver.
With over 325 dives on the Oriskany since her
reefing last year on May 17, 2006, he has
experienced every type of dive condition that
you may encounter on your Oriskany charter.
Capt Ron knows how to ensure that you have a
safe and fun trip regardless of your experience
level.
You may have been told that divers are
required to have 20 dives before diving the
Oriskany, that may me true for most dive shops
and charters, but Capt Ron specializes in
Oriskany Charters for:
Newly certified open water divers with 5 or
more total dives, Junior Divers (must be at
least 15 years old), First Time Nitrox Students,
Handicapped Divers, Senior Divers, and divers
that haven't dove in years.
The Oriskany is one of the safest recreational
deep dives in the world and is perfect for a
divers first deep dive.
There will never be more than six divers in your
tour group and you'll never dive deeper than
your comfort level.
Regardless of your experience level you
should have an experienced ORISKANY Dive
Master who understands your diving desires,
abilities, and needs.
Before you book your charter anywhere else:
Simply ask, "Will you guarantee that an
experienced ORISKANY Dive Master be
provided free of charge?"
Have questions? Call Capt Ron 7 days a week,
24/ 7 on his personal cell phone. (850) 434-8464
Where and When Do We Meet Up?
Where? MBT Dive Shop 3920 Barrancas Ave, Pensacola, FL 32507.
When? 8am @ MBT or a previously discussed time. Return between 3:30pm-4:30pm
Why? There are four dive shops in the Pensacola area and they all use independent sub-contractors to charter dive trips.
This works out best for the diver because if the original booked boat is out of service, the dive shop will look to find another boat for you so you don't lose your charter.
Capt Ron can receive referrals from all the dive shops and most importantly, you can book directly with Capt Ron so that there is no confusion or over booking issues with your Oriskany charter.
Booking directly with PDC also allows you to speak directly with your boat captain to address any specific questions or concerns you might have about your charter.
Because the Sea Sherpa is a 28' fast boat, Capt Ron can trailer it right to his local dive shop. You can pull your vehicle right up to the boat and we'll load up all your tanks and gear right there outside the shop. The Oriskany is a 69 mile round trip, you want a fast boat!
If you need anything last minute, a friendly full-service dive shop is only a few steps away. You only have to unload your dive gear from your vehicle once, and fresh water rinse tanks are right there waiting for you when get back.
Once the boat is loaded, Capt Ron will drive you in a passenger van a half-mile down the road to the boat launch. There's no marina to find, there's no long walks from the parking lot with all your heavy dive gear, it's absolutely the most convenient way to dive the Oriskany.
Any tank or equipment rentals you require for your charter must be paid for separately at the dive shop.
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PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE TANKS or EQUIPMENT RENTAL.
Tax Included Cash Price 2 Diver Oriskany Charter only $450.00 Dive Master Included! Recreational Divers $165.00 Technical Divers $200.00
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- No certification required when you dive with
Capt Ron, a Nitrox instructor. Try it free!
- Nitrox can extend your bottom time up to 150%
- More dive for the dollar!
- Easy after dive Nitrox certification if you want
it!
- Experience less fatigue after your dive.
- Shorter Surface Interval
- Better for your body!
Click here to learn more!
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The first underwater Oriskany Wedding
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The Oriskany being sunk video
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We love tech divers too! Nice
deep ladders for easy boarding.
"Diving is NOT my hobby, it's NOT my way to make extra cash
on the weekends, diving is my life, and it's my full-time job.
You're going to spend good money and I want to make sure
you have a good time. I want you to come back and I need you
to come back and I'm going to take care of you, your friends,
and your family as if they were my own. I'm not just your
captain, I'm your tour guide, and your spare air. I'll be right
there diving with you. You can't pay for that kind of comfort.
Your Dive Buddy,
Capt Ron
Sleep In Late! Meet: 8:00am Return: 3:30pm Fastest Boat so no need to rush! You're on vacation take it easy and be relaxed.
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I work with all the Charter boats. If I don't have a charter available for you, I will submit your info to every dive charter company so that they can fight over you like Lending Tree. I simply want you to dive the Oriskany and have a great time!
Call my cell anytime (850) 4-DIVING / 434-8464 to save your seat!
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First Dive after being certified?
First boat dive? First dive past 60, 40,
0r even 20 feet?
Hundreds of newbies have dove the
Oriskany with Capt Ron.
The Oriskany is actually a very easy
dive. Group size and the experience
of the Dive master are the two
greatest factors in the safety of any
dive anywhere, anytime.
What to bring with you...
- Full wet suit 3mm -7mm.
- Gloves for protection.
- Snacks of your choice.
- Certification Card/s
- Cash
- A well hydrated and rested
body