Jan 30 - Feb 1st

[divbum]

A few of us are planning a mid winter get together for some diving and training over this 3 day weekend. I'll be working with Chris on his KISS ccr course, but several are coming for fun. Tom J is looking for a roommate let me know if anyone is interested. A few of my friends from TN are coming over for the weekend also.

[DeepDiverBob]

I will come out and play. Looking forward to meeting some more people from the board.

[MgicTwnger]

Is that Chris as in big, tall, skinny Chris?

[DeepDiverBob]

Is that Chris as in big, tall, skinny Chris?

Captain Caveman?

[brettbyers]

I'm going to try and make it. Will know for sure sometime in January.

[MgicTwnger]

Captain Caveman?
That's who I'm thinking of.

[divbum]

That's who I'm thinking of.
Big tall but not quite as skinny as Captain Caveman. A different Chris, but you might think they were brothers, but they are not.
Greg

[b1gcountry]

Greg, You are going to be the short one for the Trimix class.

Tom J

[divbum]

Greg, You are going to be the short one for the Trimix class.

Tom J
Just means I don't have to lift the 130s as far =)

[Captain Caveman]

Im trying to make it as well. John Carrano is trying to make it too.
John and I are going ot do our check out dives for Trimix. Whats the water temp this time of year?

[MgicTwnger]

Chris,

Here's a link to Mermet's site:
http://www.mermetsprings.com/conditions05.htm

The bottom temp is constant year round. I'm diving there tomorrow and let you know the latest.

[DeepDiverBob]

If I recall correctly, surface temp was already in the 60s when I was there about 3 weeks ago, and as cold as its been lately, I imagine it has dropped even more. By the end of Jan, water temp is going to be pretty constant top to bottom. Max depth I have found there is 122 foot, so I dont know if the money on trimix is really needed for there, in my opinion. I have seen you on the Wisconsin, and you was just fine on air.

[b1gcountry]

Bottom is consistently 42*. It might be a little warmer on the surface, but probably not that time of the year.

Tom

[divbum]

If I recall correctly, surface temp was already in the 60s when I was there about 3 weeks ago, and as cold as its been lately, I imagine it has dropped even more. By the end of Jan, water temp is going to be pretty constant top to bottom. Max depth I have found there is 122 foot, so I dont know if the money on trimix is really needed for there, in my opinion. I have seen you on the Wisconsin, and you was just fine on air.

Chris meant he is wanting an in water review prior to the trimix course. So a "check out" to see how they have been progressing.

[DeepDiverBob]

Chris meant he is wanting an in water review prior to the trimix course. So a "check out" to see how they have been progressing.

you know, as soon as I read my post, I started to wonder if that might have been what he meant.

[SLIM]

Is a further drive for you yall but TBL never frezzez. It can get to about 43-41* thought in the winter months. Right now it is 56* with about 15 foot of vis, cant sy much more. Been busy with working on a Wave Wall and get to do more work on it Wednesday and have not gotten deeper then 15 feet and average is 8 working on it in open water so cant give much help in better vis since I just mess things up when working on it.

SLIM

[Captain Caveman]

Sorry if I wrote that in the wrong way. Im talking my Trimix class with Greg in Feb and I want to make sure I have The Right Stuff.

[skdvr]

I think I am going to come down for the Day on Sat... Since I did not make it to mermet this past weekend I am going to need to get into the water. Hopefully weather will hold out and I loook forward to meeting more of you guys.....

Phil

[divbum]

I think I am going to come down for the Day on Sat... Since I did not make it to mermet this past weekend I am going to need to get into the water. Hopefully weather will hold out and I loook forward to meeting more of you guys.....

Phil
Look forward to meeting you out there.

[do it easy]

I'm thinking of showing up, but I have to confirm some other plans first.

I've been blown off too many charters lately, that I need "the sure thing."

[MgicTwnger]

I'm planning on being there all Sat. and Sun. in the morning.

[divbum]

This is turning into a little party...

[DeepDiverBob]

I'm planning on being there all Sat. and Sun. in the morning.

Then I am going to be there Friday night (maybe), all day Saturday, Sunday Morning and early afternoon.

[skdvr]

It does seem to be a good little group... I also have a buddy coming down with me a Sat that needs to get a few more dives in before his cave class in Fl...

Phil

[b1gcountry]

You Coming Phil? Who you bringing?

[skdvr]

I am going to come down Sat morning just for the day. Orchun is going to come down with me. He is trying to get the rest of the kinks worked out of his side mount rig before he heads down to Fl.

Phil

[divbum]

Just to be clear (and to stop answering PM's) Mermett is opening up for us Friday and Saturday even tho their web sites says they are closed January. I have emailed directly with Glen and he said Randy will be there, fills are available on site also. So they are expecting divers January 30 - Feb 1st. Cheers I am weather out tomorrow so I am off to the bar to drown...

[Captain Caveman]

Well Greg, Another one bites the dust. )-:
I'm still trying to make it down but don't count on it. I'm having a hard time getting that Friday off since I'm off this Friday.

[Captain Caveman]

Well Greg, Another one bites the dust. )-:
I'm still trying to make it down but don't count on it. I'm having a hard time getting that Friday off since I'm off this Friday.


Well I'm in. I gave in to peer pressure. I wait see you all there.

[DeepDiverBob]

I'll be there as long as I can shake this cold that has been following me the last 2 weeks.

[divbum]

I'll be there as long as I can shake this cold that has been following me the last 2 weeks.
Hopefully you can get rid of it in the next 2 weeks. Colds suck!

[DeepDiverBob]

Hopefully you can get rid of it in the next 2 weeks. Colds suck!

I'm giving it a try Sunday. Hopefully, it all goes well. I got on antibiotics on Monday, and have felt pretty good all week now. Plus, I am suppose to be getting a new toy to play with this weekend.

[theskull]

I'm giving it a try Sunday. Hopefully, it all goes well. I got on antibiotics on Monday, and have felt pretty good all week now. Plus, I am suppose to be getting a new toy to play with this weekend.

Could it be . . . vaporware?

theskull

[divbum]

I am looking forward to going for a swim. At least 4 divers from WI are heading south, along with 2 from Chicago, a handful coming over from TN and the few of you sort of in the area. We are staying at the Super 8.

[skdvr]

I am still in... plus a buddy or two...

Phil

[MgicTwnger]

Me too.............

[MgicTwnger]

I have to punk out..I have to work. :mad:

[skdvr]

Punk....

Do you think anyone should check with them and make sure that they are going to be open with all the Ice that they got down there yesterday and today???

Phil

[MgicTwnger]

Punk....

Do you think anyone should check with them and make sure that they are going to be open with all the Ice that they got down there yesterday and today???

Phil
As far as I know, Greg Such will be teaching and that is why they are opening early. I suppose you could be a punk and check with him or Glen.
Or risk driving there just to look at the snow.

[DeepDiverBob]

Heard some areas have 3 inches of ice. However, I believe it has all cleared out of the area, and they have a few days to get those roads taken care of. I think it would all be good, but I'll double check and let you guys know.

[DeepDiverBob]

I emailed Glen, and he responded right away. Of course his response was that he is currently sitting in the Miami airport, on his way to the Galapagos.

So I called Randy, and talked to him for a little bit. They had about 4 inches of ice, with snow on top of that. Highway 45 is down to 1 lane in spots, due to some downed trees. He expects this to be resolved very quickly, and as of right now, it is business as usual for the weekend.

Looking forward to seeing you guys this weekend. Except for Ken, who thinks paying bills is more important.

[skdvr]

Thanks for making the call...

Phil

[divbum]

I emailed Glen, and he responded right away. Of course his response was that he is currently sitting in the Miami airport, on his way to the Galapagos.

So I called Randy, and talked to him for a little bit. They had about 4 inches of ice, with snow on top of that. Highway 45 is down to 1 lane in spots, due to some downed trees. He expects this to be resolved very quickly, and as of right now, it is business as usual for the weekend.

Looking forward to seeing you guys this weekend. Except for Ken, who thinks paying bills is more important.
Bob can you PM or email me Randy's number. We cannot get through to the hotel and have to make sure they are operating. One guy here called to Puducah and they said they were closed due to emergency hosueing for residence.
Greg
divbum@charter.net

[DeepDiverBob]

PM sent. make sure you read the second one, I mistyped the area code in the first one.

I could not get through to Metropolis Inn, either.

Maybe I should bring the camping gear down with me.

[divbum]

I spoke to Randy, we are checking into lodging in Marion as they only got snow and have power, 20 miles north.

[MgicTwnger]

Except for Ken, who thinks paying bills is more important.

Silly me..............

[divbum]

We made new reservations here $48 a night if MET is not back online tomorrow.

Days Inn (http://maps.live.com/localsearch/Details.aspx?lid=YN294x5831063&what=hotel&where=marion%2c%20il&qt=yp&tid=9f92c306fb704bda97c3b171f0211c8c&cobrand=1&FORM=LLSV)
1802 Bittle Pl, Marion, IL 1.22mi
(618) 997-1351 Website (http://www.daysinn.com/)

[scububa]

PM sent. make sure you read the second one, I mistyped the area code in the first one.

I could not get through to Metropolis Inn, either.

Maybe I should bring the camping gear down with me.

That explains why I couldn't get thru. But, I was jumping up every hour to keep my drive clear as the snow came down. Glad I did, we wound up with 8" at the house.

I'd camp, but it doesn't seem worth it to lug all that stuff down for one night.

[DeepDiverBob]

That explains why I couldn't get thru. But, I was jumping up every hour to keep my drive clear as the snow came down. Glad I did, we wound up with 8" at the house.

I'd camp, but it doesn't seem worth it to lug all that stuff down for one night.

I can leave Friday night if you can

[brettbyers]

Just talked to Greg, he said he was on his way down. If you need to get a hold of him his number is 1-815-378-8152. Mermet has no electricity but they do have gas heaters in the changing rooms and their banks are full. Randy is cleaning off the docks and the benches. Tony and I will see you all there Saturday morning at 8AM.

[DeepDiverBob]

With the conditions being what they are, Jim and I have decided this will be a one day trip for us, getting down there Saturday morning, and heading back later that night. Still look forward to seeing you guys down there. Safe travels to all.

[b1gcountry]

That explains why I couldn't get thru. But, I was jumping up every hour to keep my drive clear as the snow came down. Glad I did, we wound up with 8" at the house.

I'd camp, but it doesn't seem worth it to lug all that stuff down for one night.

You realize you're complaining about 8" of snow to Wisconsin folk, right?

My wife's and my plans are up in the air at the moment. We had a death in the family this week, and just got back from the Funeral in Chicago. Might just come down on Saturday.

Tom

[scububa]

You realize you're complaining about 8" of snow to Wisconsin folk, right?

My wife's and my plans are up in the air at the moment. We had a death in the family this week, and just got back from the Funeral in Chicago. Might just come down on Saturday.

Tom

You realize why we don't live in Wisconsin, right? ;-)
Sorry to hear the family news. See you down there.

[b1gcountry]

I have an irrational Fear of Cheddar.

[theskull]

I have an irrational Fear of Cheddar.

That is hardly an irrational fear!

theskull

[DeepDiverBob]

I have a fear of a stampede of angry dairy cows migrating to sunny California.

[divbum]

Tom, Sorry to hear about the funeral.

We had a nice day a diving. You could definitly see some serious damage around the area. Looking forward to meeting some of you in person tomorrow.
Greg

[DeepDiverBob]

Tom, Sorry to hear about the funeral.

We had a nice day a diving. You could definitly see some serious damage around the area. Looking forward to meeting some of you in person tomorrow.
Greg

Glad you guys made it down safely. Looking forward to tomorrow as well.

[skdvr]

Cant wait to get in the water....

Phil

[skdvr]

It was nice to get in the water today, and nice to meet everyone... Here are a couple of pics...

http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll34/pebalsamo/P1310164.jpg

http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll34/pebalsamo/P1310165.jpg

Sorry Tom!!!
http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll34/pebalsamo/P1310168.jpg

http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll34/pebalsamo/P1310167.jpg

[theskull]

Beautiful pics! Ice is nice.

theskull

[b1gcountry]

Got me mid-yawn there, Phil.

[skdvr]

Here is another good one of ya Tom....

http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll34/pebalsamo/P1310175.jpg

Phil

[DeepDiverBob]

I got this picture from Dave down at Mermet.

[skdvr]

It looks like you are right at home in a cage...

Phil

[DeepDiverBob]

maybe the cage was to protect me from the goats, or whatever the hell else was running around down there. Sometimes its better to be the one on the inside.

[scububa]

I got this picture from Dave down at Mermet.


The Ice Man cometh !

[MgicTwnger]

Was Glen's new "puppy" around? If he was, you would have known it. :D

BTW..I know the big fun was last weekend, but I had to work, so I'll be there this weekend. Anyone else?

[skdvr]

Nope, no puppy this time...

Phil

[DeepDiverBob]

Was Glen's new "puppy" around? If he was, you would have known it. :D
Glen wasnt even around. hes in Galapagos.

BTW..I know the big fun was last weekend, but I had to work, so I'll be there this weekend. Anyone else?

Start your own thread, jerk...:D
I might be there, or might be at RBD. Havent decided yet.

[do it easy]

Was Glen's new "puppy" around? If he was, you would have known it. :D

BTW..I know the big fun was last weekend, but I had to work, so I'll be there this weekend. Anyone else?
His puppy was out and about on Sunday. That little guy was running around like his hair was on fire!

[scububa]

Someone's dog was out Saturday. Running the same...Across the ICE! It was wild. The black and white small pug type critter???

[MgicTwnger]

Start your own thread, jerk...:D
I might be there, or might be at RBD. Havent decided yet.

Why? This could be a record-setting long thread. You jerk. :p