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Questions or more information, call the Wausau Homes Scout Center to talk with Scott at 715-355-1450 or email .

Crystal Lake - Scuba Adventure

Scuba Trek is a PADI Open Water Diver course where participants experience the excitement and adventure of our underwater world. This adventure begins with classroom Scuba instruction and continues with several dives in Crystal Lake. Can you find the sunken sailboat? By the end of the week with some studying and time in the water you will be ready to pass your PADI exam. Scuba Trek is only offered limited weeks. Please contact Scott to check availability.

Weekly Itinerary

Sunday

2:00 pm - Check in at Tesomas for medical re-checks and swim tests
3:00 pm - Setup camp with your unit or at your very own campsite
5:00 pm - Tour Tesomas and go to the Dining Hall for an orientation.
6:20 pm - Camp Flag Retreat Ceremony
6:30 pm - Dinner in the Dining Hall
8:15 pm - Opening campfire

Monday - Friday

7:50 am - Camp Flag Raising Ceremony
8:00 am - Breakfast in the Dining Hall
9:00 am - Scuba classroom instruction
12:30 pm - Lunch in the Dining Hall
1:30 pm - Dives in Crystal Lake
6:20 pm - Camp Flag Retreat Ceremony
6:30 pm - Dinner in the Dining Hall
7:45 pm - Evening program, see Evening Programs

Departure

7:50 am - Camp Flag Raising Ceremony
8:00 am - Breakfast in the Dining Hall
8:30 am - Slideshow
9:00 am - Break camp and depart for home

Additional Details

Anyone who is in good health, reasonably fit, and comfortable in the water can earn a PADI Open Water Diver certification. At some point in the course, your Instructor will ask you to demonstrate the ability to swim 200 meters without swim aids.
Participants must pass the BSA swimmers test on Sunday to participate.
Prior to camp, participants will be sent a study packet which they must review to prepare.
A comprehensive medical examination and diver authorization is required for all participants because of the higher level of activities. This involves a physician’s visit within one year.

Provided Equipment

Mask, snorkel, fins, and wetsuit boots
Wetsuit, Regulators, BCD
Tanks & Dive Computer/Gauges
Tents and other camping grear available upon request

What to Bring

2 T-shirts
1 Pair of long pants
Underwear (sport appropriate)
Socks (including a pair of wool)
Sweatshirt or jacket & rain gear
Swimsuit (one-piece for females)
Personal hygiene items and small towel
Tennis shoes or sturdy sandals that can get wet
Hiking Boots (hiking trek only)
1 or 2 pairs of athletic shorts
Pocket knife
Flashlight
Insect repellent (non aerosol)
Sunscreen, hat and/or sunglasses
Medical form
Medication (original container)
Water bottle (1 liter)