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Reef Check California is looking for experienced scuba divers to become trained in their California rocky reef monitoring program. Since 2006, Reef Check’s California (RCCA) Program has trained over 1000 experienced recreational scuba divers to scientifically monitor California’s rocky reef ecosystem at 80+ sites from Humboldt to San Diego counties. Community members play a significant role in collecting key information on the health of rocky reefs and aid in the baseline and long-term monitoring of California’s Marine Protected Areas (MPAs).
Each training will be held over two weekends, with classroom and pool training the first weekend followed by training and testing dives in the ocean the second weekend. The cost of the course is $200-$300 (depending on boat or shore dives and location), which covers dive boat fees, your own underwater survey slate and transect tape, the RCCA Training Manual, and species identification flash cards! This is a great way to learn more about our rocky reefs and their inhabitants and play an important role in supporting marine management in California.
Taking action and becoming a trained Reef Check Diver allows you join a group of dedicated divers from all walks of life who want healthy coastal ecosystems and support science-based decision making.
2016 Southern CA Training Dates
Here to sign up: Reef Check California Training Schedule
And here to see our data (2015 data should be up soon): Reef Check
Contact training@reefcheck.org with any questions.
Each training will be held over two weekends, with classroom and pool training the first weekend followed by training and testing dives in the ocean the second weekend. The cost of the course is $200-$300 (depending on boat or shore dives and location), which covers dive boat fees, your own underwater survey slate and transect tape, the RCCA Training Manual, and species identification flash cards! This is a great way to learn more about our rocky reefs and their inhabitants and play an important role in supporting marine management in California.
Taking action and becoming a trained Reef Check Diver allows you join a group of dedicated divers from all walks of life who want healthy coastal ecosystems and support science-based decision making.
2016 Southern CA Training Dates
- Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo: April 30-May 1 & May 14-15
- Los Angeles: April 30-May 1 & May 14-15
- Orange County: June 11-12 & June 25-26
- San Diego: July 16-17 & July 23-24
Here to sign up: Reef Check California Training Schedule
And here to see our data (2015 data should be up soon): Reef Check
Contact training@reefcheck.org with any questions.
