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2019
Location: Island of Lampedusa, Italy.
Organizer: Mario Arena, mario@gue.com
Description:
Three GUE expeditions will be held during the month of September as part of a documentation project on the unexplored wrecks related to the Battle of Convoys in the Mediterranean Sea.
Expeditions will be based on the island of Lampedusa, Italy, from which we’ll depart for excursions in the high sea for a duration of 2-3 days each. Excursions will be on board a fishing boat, reaching the routes of Afrika Korps convoys and the positions of several shipwrecks.
WW2 Battle of Convoys in the Mediterranean was fought as part of the North African Campaign between 1940 and 1943 and caused the sinking of more than 300 ships. During previous expeditions, GUE divers located more than 30 spectacular wrecks related to this battle. The project aims to document already-found positions and locate new ones.
Requirements:
GUE Tech 2
Photography/video skills and equipment highly appreciated
Costs: Contact mario@gue.com
Organizer: Mario Arena, mario@gue.com
Description:
Three GUE expeditions will be held during the month of September as part of a documentation project on the unexplored wrecks related to the Battle of Convoys in the Mediterranean Sea.
Expeditions will be based on the island of Lampedusa, Italy, from which we’ll depart for excursions in the high sea for a duration of 2-3 days each. Excursions will be on board a fishing boat, reaching the routes of Afrika Korps convoys and the positions of several shipwrecks.
WW2 Battle of Convoys in the Mediterranean was fought as part of the North African Campaign between 1940 and 1943 and caused the sinking of more than 300 ships. During previous expeditions, GUE divers located more than 30 spectacular wrecks related to this battle. The project aims to document already-found positions and locate new ones.
Requirements:
GUE Tech 2
Photography/video skills and equipment highly appreciated
Costs: Contact mario@gue.com
Event type: Project
Location: Portugal, Estremenho Karst Massif
Contact: Ricardo Constantino, ricardo@gue.com
Event website: https://www.facebook.com/PB.EKM/
Description:
Alviela is one of the main caves in the Estremenho Karst Massif. This spring links up with the main cave systems in the Minde Polje, notably Moinhos Velhos. SPE (www.SPE.pt) have been exploring and studying these cave systems for over 70 years, and with GUE since 2007. This year the project is spread over 2 weeks to allow teams to explore and document some notable caves in the area, including :
- Olho de Mira
- Moinhos Velhos
- Alviela
- Almonda
Some of these expeditions (Olho de Mira and Moinhos Velhos) will involve dry caving experience and techniques, together with cave sidemount diving. And there are also more traditional caves (Alviela and Almonda) that are open to all ranges of divers: Cave1, Rebreather, DPV.
Location: Portugal, Estremenho Karst Massif
Contact: Ricardo Constantino, ricardo@gue.com
Event website: https://www.facebook.com/PB.EKM/
Description:
Alviela is one of the main caves in the Estremenho Karst Massif. This spring links up with the main cave systems in the Minde Polje, notably Moinhos Velhos. SPE (www.SPE.pt) have been exploring and studying these cave systems for over 70 years, and with GUE since 2007. This year the project is spread over 2 weeks to allow teams to explore and document some notable caves in the area, including :
- Olho de Mira
- Moinhos Velhos
- Alviela
- Almonda
Some of these expeditions (Olho de Mira and Moinhos Velhos) will involve dry caving experience and techniques, together with cave sidemount diving. And there are also more traditional caves (Alviela and Almonda) that are open to all ranges of divers: Cave1, Rebreather, DPV.
Course: ITC Rec 1 / Fundamentals
Location: Lapu-lapu , Cebu, Philippines
Date: October 2, 2019 - October 9, 2019
Instructor: Kyungsoo Kim
Location: Lapu-lapu , Cebu, Philippines
Date: October 2, 2019 - October 9, 2019
Instructor: Kyungsoo Kim
Location: Portofino, Italy
Organizer: Bruno Borelli, Portofino Divers (wreckweeks.com)
Description:
A 6-day wreck diving safari to explore some of the most stunning shipwrecks off the Ligurian coast. This year, Portofino Divers’ technical wreck diving package celebrates its 9th edition with seven scheduled weeks, special offers for those who wish to combine the Wreck Week with a GUE technical diving course, and dedicated rates for Tech 1, Tech 2, and rebreather divers.
Requirements:
Minimum certification requirement: GUE Tech1
Costs: https://portofinodivers.com/en/wreck-weeks.html
Organizer: Bruno Borelli, Portofino Divers (wreckweeks.com)
Description:
A 6-day wreck diving safari to explore some of the most stunning shipwrecks off the Ligurian coast. This year, Portofino Divers’ technical wreck diving package celebrates its 9th edition with seven scheduled weeks, special offers for those who wish to combine the Wreck Week with a GUE technical diving course, and dedicated rates for Tech 1, Tech 2, and rebreather divers.
Requirements:
Minimum certification requirement: GUE Tech1
Costs: https://portofinodivers.com/en/wreck-weeks.html
Event type: Dive trip
Location: Red Sea, Hurghada, Egypt
Contact: Dorota Czerny (dorota@gue.com), Red Sea Explorers (www.redseaexplorers.com)
Description:
A third edition of the photo/video trip for GUE. The purpose of this trip is to create photos and videos that can be used by GUE in marketing efforts, creation of educational materials, and other publications. But, alongside the work there is a lot of fun, lectures, potential for workshops, and definitely excellent diving.
Check out the video from the 2018 trip here: Red Sea Liveaboard Diving - Behind-the-scenes
This year's edition will be combined with establishing a Project Baseline in cooperation with HEPCA, the Red Sea environmental protection organization. We will use their flagship, Amr Ali Red Sea Defender, and start our activities on the 11th with lectures and visits to HEPCA facilities, and finish on the 18th. There is an option to extend to the 19th as the boat will be available.
The planned route will include famous wrecks of Abu Nuhas and Thistelgorm, along with shallow and deeper reef dives. We may decide to go to Safaga as well, depending on weather conditions.
Requirements:
For working divers there are specific requirements for gear and skill level, and the amount of spaces for working divers is limited. There will be time for some fun dives for those participants, but you should be ready to commit the majority of your time to working (photo and/or video dives).
For fun divers: GUE certification at any level (recreational divers are welcome to join as well).
Costs (all options include airport transfer, full-board accommodation in shared cabin, a night in a hotel if needed).
Working OC - €750. Incudes doubles & nitrox, scooter, and stages for the photos
Working CCR - €950. Includes CCR tanks, sofno, gas (not helium), stages, and scooter for photos
Fun divers OC - €915. Includes doubles & nitrox
Fun divers CCR - €1115. Incudes CCR tanks, sofno, gas (not helium), stages
Depending on the chosen route, there may be an additional fee between €30 (North) an €50 (North and Safaga) per participant. Contact RSE (info@redseaexplorers.com) for more details about additional services and fees (gear rental and packages).
Location: Red Sea, Hurghada, Egypt
Contact: Dorota Czerny (dorota@gue.com), Red Sea Explorers (www.redseaexplorers.com)
Description:
A third edition of the photo/video trip for GUE. The purpose of this trip is to create photos and videos that can be used by GUE in marketing efforts, creation of educational materials, and other publications. But, alongside the work there is a lot of fun, lectures, potential for workshops, and definitely excellent diving.
Check out the video from the 2018 trip here: Red Sea Liveaboard Diving - Behind-the-scenes
This year's edition will be combined with establishing a Project Baseline in cooperation with HEPCA, the Red Sea environmental protection organization. We will use their flagship, Amr Ali Red Sea Defender, and start our activities on the 11th with lectures and visits to HEPCA facilities, and finish on the 18th. There is an option to extend to the 19th as the boat will be available.
The planned route will include famous wrecks of Abu Nuhas and Thistelgorm, along with shallow and deeper reef dives. We may decide to go to Safaga as well, depending on weather conditions.
Requirements:
For working divers there are specific requirements for gear and skill level, and the amount of spaces for working divers is limited. There will be time for some fun dives for those participants, but you should be ready to commit the majority of your time to working (photo and/or video dives).
For fun divers: GUE certification at any level (recreational divers are welcome to join as well).
Costs (all options include airport transfer, full-board accommodation in shared cabin, a night in a hotel if needed).
Working OC - €750. Incudes doubles & nitrox, scooter, and stages for the photos
Working CCR - €950. Includes CCR tanks, sofno, gas (not helium), stages, and scooter for photos
Fun divers OC - €915. Includes doubles & nitrox
Fun divers CCR - €1115. Incudes CCR tanks, sofno, gas (not helium), stages
Depending on the chosen route, there may be an additional fee between €30 (North) an €50 (North and Safaga) per participant. Contact RSE (info@redseaexplorers.com) for more details about additional services and fees (gear rental and packages).
Event type: Dive show/conference
Location: Gainesville and High Springs, Florida, USA
Contact: GUE HQ
Event website: https://www.gue.com/2019-conference
Description:
We hope to see you in Florida in November 2019 for a weekend of lectures, workshops, and socials! Sign up for the conference mailing list to be the first to know about early-registration discounts, agenda and speaker announcements, and more!
Location: Gainesville and High Springs, Florida, USA
Contact: GUE HQ
Event website: https://www.gue.com/2019-conference
Description:
We hope to see you in Florida in November 2019 for a weekend of lectures, workshops, and socials! Sign up for the conference mailing list to be the first to know about early-registration discounts, agenda and speaker announcements, and more!
Event type: Dive show/conference
Location: Orlando, Florida, USA
Event website: www.demashow.com
Booth 2069 (Subject to change)
Check back soon for more information!
Location: Orlando, Florida, USA
Event website: www.demashow.com
Booth 2069 (Subject to change)
Check back soon for more information!
Course: ITC Rec 1 / Fundamentals
Location: Krnica, Istria county, Croatia (Hrvatska)
Date: November 15, 2019 - November 24, 2019
Instructors: Zsolt Szilagyi, Mario Arena
Additional information: English language ITC. For details please write to zsolt@gue.com
Location: Krnica, Istria county, Croatia (Hrvatska)
Date: November 15, 2019 - November 24, 2019
Instructors: Zsolt Szilagyi, Mario Arena
Additional information: English language ITC. For details please write to zsolt@gue.com
Course: ITC Rec 1 / Fundamentals
Location: Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy
Date: November 23, 2019 - December 2, 2019
Instructors: Andrea Marassich, Mario Arena
Location: Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy
Date: November 23, 2019 - December 2, 2019
Instructors: Andrea Marassich, Mario Arena
Location: Truk Lagoon
Organizer: Aron or Richard, info@thedirtydozen.org
Description:
A special expedition for GUE divers only. We will dive and explore an area many refer to as the best wreck diving in the world, all from a fantastic liveaboard operation. Gases are expensive as the location is remote. It’s possible to dive
open circuit though CCRs are preferred.
Requirements:
An experienced GUE Tech 1 or GUE CCR 1 diver.
Organizer: Aron or Richard, info@thedirtydozen.org
Description:
A special expedition for GUE divers only. We will dive and explore an area many refer to as the best wreck diving in the world, all from a fantastic liveaboard operation. Gases are expensive as the location is remote. It’s possible to dive
open circuit though CCRs are preferred.
Requirements:
An experienced GUE Tech 1 or GUE CCR 1 diver.
Course: ITC Recreational Diver 1
Location: Siracusa, Siracusa, Italy
Date: December 2, 2019 - December 11, 2019
Instructors: Mario Arena, Andrea Marassich
Location: Siracusa, Siracusa, Italy
Date: December 2, 2019 - December 11, 2019
Instructors: Mario Arena, Andrea Marassich
2020
Event type: Community event
Location: Abcoude, The Netherlands
Contact: JP Bresser, jp@gue.com
Event website: GUE Netherlands Facebook
Description: GUE Nederland & Scuba-Academie present the 12th edition of Cave & Wreck Night in the Netherlands.
During this evening event, international explorers, passionate divers, scientists, and industry leaders share their experiences and explorations with a broad and international audience. This annual platform is initiated and funded by JP Bresser and Cees Den Toom as a means to give back to the diving community and hopefully motivate and support divers from different backgrounds and experience levels.
Location: Abcoude, The Netherlands
Contact: JP Bresser, jp@gue.com
Event website: GUE Netherlands Facebook
Description: GUE Nederland & Scuba-Academie present the 12th edition of Cave & Wreck Night in the Netherlands.
During this evening event, international explorers, passionate divers, scientists, and industry leaders share their experiences and explorations with a broad and international audience. This annual platform is initiated and funded by JP Bresser and Cees Den Toom as a means to give back to the diving community and hopefully motivate and support divers from different backgrounds and experience levels.
Course: ITC Rec 1 / Fundamentals
Location: Kralendijk, Bonaire
Date: February 1, 2020 - February 11, 2020
Instructor: Kirill A. Egorov
Location: Kralendijk, Bonaire
Date: February 1, 2020 - February 11, 2020
Instructor: Kirill A. Egorov
Course: ITC Rec 1 / Fundamentals
Location: Hurghada, Egypt
Date: February 14, 2020 - February 21, 2020
Instructor: Dorota Czerny
Location: Hurghada, Egypt
Date: February 14, 2020 - February 21, 2020
Instructor: Dorota Czerny
Course: ITC GUE Fundamentals
Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date: March 9, 2020 - March 15, 2020
Instructors: David Patel, Dorota Czerny, Liam Allen
Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date: March 9, 2020 - March 15, 2020
Instructors: David Patel, Dorota Czerny, Liam Allen
Course: ITC Rec 1 / Fundamentals
Location: Puerto Galera, Philippines
Date: April 7, 2020 - April 15, 2020
Instructors: Gideon Liew, Dorota Czerny
Additional info: Please contact instructors or Dave Ross at dave@techasia.ph for more information.
Location: Puerto Galera, Philippines
Date: April 7, 2020 - April 15, 2020
Instructors: Gideon Liew, Dorota Czerny
Additional info: Please contact instructors or Dave Ross at dave@techasia.ph for more information.
Event type: Dive show/conference
Location: Orlando, Florida, USA
Event website: https://tekdiveusa.com/
Check back soon for more information!
Location: Orlando, Florida, USA
Event website: https://tekdiveusa.com/
Check back soon for more information!
Event type: Project
Location: Loch Long, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Contact: Marcus Rose, roseym392@hotmail.com
Event website: GUE Scotland / PBLL annual project weekend and social
Description:
The third edition of the annual project weekend in Scotland, this event combines basic documentation work with fun diving. During the weekend there will be a mix of tech and recreational diving on the West Coast of Scotland. We will continue our documentation of Horse Mussels in the area, complete species surveys at sites of interest, and document lesser dived wrecks. There will also be a social night with presentations from some exciting speakers. Please contact the organizer for travel/accommodation details. We can cater for a maximum of 30 divers.
Location: Loch Long, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Contact: Marcus Rose, roseym392@hotmail.com
Event website: GUE Scotland / PBLL annual project weekend and social
Description:
The third edition of the annual project weekend in Scotland, this event combines basic documentation work with fun diving. During the weekend there will be a mix of tech and recreational diving on the West Coast of Scotland. We will continue our documentation of Horse Mussels in the area, complete species surveys at sites of interest, and document lesser dived wrecks. There will also be a social night with presentations from some exciting speakers. Please contact the organizer for travel/accommodation details. We can cater for a maximum of 30 divers.
Course: ITC Rec 1 / Fundamentals
Location: High Springs, Florida, United States
Date: May 3, 2020 - May 10, 2020
Instructor: Kirill A. Egorov
Location: High Springs, Florida, United States
Date: May 3, 2020 - May 10, 2020
Instructor: Kirill A. Egorov
Course: ITC Rec 1 / Fundamentals
Location: Krnica, Croatia (Hrvatska)
Date: May 24, 2020 - May 31, 2020
Instructors: JP Bresser, Dorota Czerny
Additional information: ITC Rec/Fundamentals with optional 3-day for Rec IE after class. For more information or participation contact JP Bresser at jp@gue.com or Dorota Czerny ar dorota@gue.com
Location: Krnica, Croatia (Hrvatska)
Date: May 24, 2020 - May 31, 2020
Instructors: JP Bresser, Dorota Czerny
Additional information: ITC Rec/Fundamentals with optional 3-day for Rec IE after class. For more information or participation contact JP Bresser at jp@gue.com or Dorota Czerny ar dorota@gue.com
Course: ITC GUE Fundamentals
Location: Los Angeles, California, United States
Date: July 27, 2020 - August 2, 2020
Instructor: Karim Hamza, Guy Shockey
Location: Los Angeles, California, United States
Date: July 27, 2020 - August 2, 2020
Instructor: Karim Hamza, Guy Shockey
2021
Event type: Dive trip
Event website: https://bluegreenexpeditions.com/bookings/
This is not a GUE-exclusive trip.
Description:
Join Faith Ortins, from Blue Green Expeditions, and other polar diving specialists, on an amazing expedition to Antarctica! Joining us on this incredible journey will be leaders from GUE who will be on the trip doing Project Baseline programs. We arrive February 3, 2021, in Ushuaia, Argentina for an overnight stay. Then, on February 4, 2021, we will enjoy either a half-day tour of Tierra Del Fuego National Park, or a half-day of diving, before embarking on our journey aboard the majestic m/v Plancius to Antarctica. We will sail through the Drake Passage tracing the path of the early polar explorers who first braved these regions. Along the way, we might encounter Humpback and Minke whales breaching in the sea as well as albatrosses and many other birds that will accompany us on our journey. We will tour glaciers and icebergs on zodiac cruises exploring areas few people have ever seen before. Amongst the epic landscape of mammoth glaciers and wind carved snow live colonies of thousands of penguins nesting on these islands. Divers will experience the opportunity to swim with penguins and leopard seals as well as seeing the unique invertebrate life of Antarctica.
Event website: https://bluegreenexpeditions.com/bookings/
This is not a GUE-exclusive trip.
Description:
Join Faith Ortins, from Blue Green Expeditions, and other polar diving specialists, on an amazing expedition to Antarctica! Joining us on this incredible journey will be leaders from GUE who will be on the trip doing Project Baseline programs. We arrive February 3, 2021, in Ushuaia, Argentina for an overnight stay. Then, on February 4, 2021, we will enjoy either a half-day tour of Tierra Del Fuego National Park, or a half-day of diving, before embarking on our journey aboard the majestic m/v Plancius to Antarctica. We will sail through the Drake Passage tracing the path of the early polar explorers who first braved these regions. Along the way, we might encounter Humpback and Minke whales breaching in the sea as well as albatrosses and many other birds that will accompany us on our journey. We will tour glaciers and icebergs on zodiac cruises exploring areas few people have ever seen before. Amongst the epic landscape of mammoth glaciers and wind carved snow live colonies of thousands of penguins nesting on these islands. Divers will experience the opportunity to swim with penguins and leopard seals as well as seeing the unique invertebrate life of Antarctica.
Event type: Dive trip
This trip is currently full. See the above for another Antarctica opportunity!
Description:
This GUE diving adventure is exclusive to GUE Members and offers an incredible range of experiences as well as unique insight into the environmental challenges facing the polar regions. Join GUE principals, including President Jarrod Jablonski, and an expedition staff of geologists, marine biologists, cetacean scientists, ornithologists, and professionals from other disciplines. Participants can also support dedicated Project Baseline dive sites during the expedition as we coordinate with scientists at Palmer Science Station to determine areas that would best benefit from ongoing research.
Start your 12-day trip with a day-long tour of Tierra Del Fuego National Park in Argentina before sailing the Drake Passage and tracing the path of early polar explorers. Witness the splendor of humpback and minke whales breaching the sea amid the many albatross and other birds, all while touring a magnificent series of glaciers and icebergs. Dive among thousands of penguins in addition to leopard seals and a wide range of unique invertebrates. Non-divers and snorkelers are welcome to join specially organized trips.
This trip is in partnership with Blue Green Expeditions. All proceeds go towards supporting GUE’s nonprofit mission. This unique adventure will sell out quickly, so reserve your spot soon!
This trip is currently full. See the above for another Antarctica opportunity!
Description:
This GUE diving adventure is exclusive to GUE Members and offers an incredible range of experiences as well as unique insight into the environmental challenges facing the polar regions. Join GUE principals, including President Jarrod Jablonski, and an expedition staff of geologists, marine biologists, cetacean scientists, ornithologists, and professionals from other disciplines. Participants can also support dedicated Project Baseline dive sites during the expedition as we coordinate with scientists at Palmer Science Station to determine areas that would best benefit from ongoing research.
Start your 12-day trip with a day-long tour of Tierra Del Fuego National Park in Argentina before sailing the Drake Passage and tracing the path of early polar explorers. Witness the splendor of humpback and minke whales breaching the sea amid the many albatross and other birds, all while touring a magnificent series of glaciers and icebergs. Dive among thousands of penguins in addition to leopard seals and a wide range of unique invertebrates. Non-divers and snorkelers are welcome to join specially organized trips.
This trip is in partnership with Blue Green Expeditions. All proceeds go towards supporting GUE’s nonprofit mission. This unique adventure will sell out quickly, so reserve your spot soon!