ScubaBoard FallFest MegaDive 2018

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ROXANNE

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All are welcome for a weekend
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Diving, Camping, and Camaraderie!


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Fallfest MegaDive 2018

Mark your calendars for
Oct 26th - 28th, 2018


Come for 1 day or the whole weekend.
All are welcome. This event is open to ALL dive levels, newbie, OW,
all the way to full cave certification.
If you don't have a buddy, don't worry, there are a bunch of us
and there's always someone ready for a dive!
Diving is set at your own pace, when and where you want in between eating and sleeping.
The only dive that is a scheduled dive will be the galaxy dive around dusk on Sat. evening.
As it is a family event, there are plenty of non-divers and kids too.

Ginnie Springs has a full-service dive shop and a pretty nice little store.
They also rent canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, and tubes for use on the river or bring your own.
Check out their website below for further info, park maps, and directions.
Florida Staycation vacation place for scuba diving & Florida ecotourism
Or give them a call at Ginnie Springs Outdoors 1-386-454-7188
You can even download and fill out your dive release forms in advance.
~ PLEASE NOTE GINNIE SPRINGS HAS RAISED THEIR RATES ~
CHECK THEIR WEBSITE ABOVE FOR DETAILS


When you get to Ginnie Springs, you'll need to check in the Main Office.
Please tell them you're with the ScubaBoard Megadive group
as we get a 10% discount on camping and diving!

If you check in on Friday and won't be diving until Sat.,
go ahead and pay for your diving then to get your wristbands.
It can get really busy on Sat. and you don't want to waste your time waiting in line again.
Sometimes we do a sunrise dive before the shop opens and
you don't want to miss one of the best dives of the day!
We have the whole Turkey Roost area reserved from the road back.
Most of us will be tent camping.
There are separate sites for RV's and I do recommend reserving your spot if you are bringing yours.
Some though do stay in town at the motel, but you'll miss a lot of the fun...
There isn't electricity where we're tent camping,
but there is electricity at the pavilion and bathrooms w/showers are a short walk away.
Don't forget to bring chairs for around the fire and bug spray if the bugs like you.
No need to make reservations (unless you're bringing an RV), just sign up here on this thread.
Let us know how many are attending in your party
and what you'll be bringing to pitch in for the group dinner and 2 breakfasts.
And please, would you be willing to help prepare or clean up for the meals.

If we all pitch in and take a task, it makes for a fun weekend for everyone.
Once a week up until the event, I'll update who's attending, the food list and volunteers.
Check for the latest list of ideas on what to bring and what's still needed.
If you're traveling a long distance to join us, why not add an extra day
or 2 on to make it worth your time.



Here the basic rundown for the weekend...

Friday
All meals will be on your own. Some will go out to dinner;
some will cook at the campsite. It's up to you.
Campfire
A little smores, a little music, a little singing, a little drinking(BYOB) or not,
keeping it mild in anticipation of the big day of diving on Sat.

Saturday
Brekky

Mega Omelettes, group buffet style. Not to be missed...
Lunch
On your own.
Underwater Pumpkin Carving Contest
1:00 to prep pumpkins, then jump in to do the carving.
(Bring your own pumpkins and utensils)
Dinner
Group buffet style somewhere around 5:00. Bring something to share...
Let's keep the grill items to hamburgers, hot dogs, brats and chicken breasts.
Galaxy Dive
Around dusk. Not to be missed...
Campfire
A lot of music, a lot of singing, a lot of drinking(BYOB) or not.
If you're musically inclined, bring your instruments.
Bring a costume if you like, some will be in the holiday spirit!
Just lots of fun! Not to be missed...

Sunday
Brekky

Mega Omelettes group style.

Hope you join us for this fun bi-annual
(Spring and Fall) Diving Social Event!


:):D:cool: See you there! :cool::D:)
 
Megadiver's Attending and Food List
Post that your attending, any guests with you, what you would like to bring,
and if you can help out with some of the chores it would be appreciated.
I'll add your name to the list at the end of the week.
Hope this helps! :)


Cardzard (Dennis) and Roxanne - A cooler full of water, diet and diet sodas for the group dinner. Then for brkft, 18ct eggs, precooked bacon, sausage and ham, and some asst veggies for the omelets. And last but not least, Glow sticks for the galaxy dive.

For those who always ask what to bring. Here are some ideas...
Meat items for the grill
(We're trying to keep it simple so it doesn't take forever to cook for the group)
(Please keep it to Hamburgers, hot dogs, brats, chicken breast and premade items like pulled beef/pork, meatballs, and shish kabobs. If you have something else you were thinking about and want to cook that yourself, that's great! Some have brought fryers or smokers and added to the meat items that way.) Don't forget the buns for items like hamburgers and hot dogs.


Eggs
(We never seem to have enough.)
Items for the omelets (additional meats, peppers, mushrooms, onions, olives, salsa, wraps, cheese, etc.)
Items for Breakfast (Juices, fruit, muffins, coffee, creamer, etc.)
Charcoal (self-starting)
Condiments (cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, ketchup, mustard, mayo, relish, BBQ sauce etc.)
Paper towels and napkins
Heavy-duty Paper Plates
(no Styrofoam please) and dessert plates.
Plastic silverware (We are only in need of spoons this time.)
Bottled water
Side dishes
(casseroles, baked beans, potato salad, macaroni salad, cole slaw, chips and dips/salsa, fruit salad, green salads w/dressing, veggie tray w/dip, etc.)
Deserts (Oh please don't forget the deserts!)
Tiki torches and fuel (for around the fire)
FIREWOOD FOR THE CAMPFIRE (Any amount would be appreciated!)

We also need volunteers to help out during meals for the weekend. THANKS!!!!

If we all pitch in and take a task, it makes for a fun weekend for everyone.
Sat. Breakfast -
Cook - scubafool
Food Prep and set up (2-3)
Egg cracker (1-2)
Clean up (1)
Sat. Dinner -
Cook (2-3) - Roxanne
Tables and food set up (2)
Clean up (2)
Sun. Breakfast -
Cook - scubafool
Food Prep and set up (2)
Egg cracker (1-2)
Clean up (1-2)

If someone needs ICE on the way in,
there is a self-serve ICE machine when you leave High Springs
to turn on the road to go to Ginnie.
In addition to Ginnie's Springs store and dive shop,
Air Fills: Cave Country Diving - Home in High Springs where Salvo used to be.
(US Hwy 441)
There is a Winn-Dixie in High Springs, open 7 AM to 10 PM every day.
Also a Publix close to the Interstate 75.
There is also a CVS Pharmacy right next to the Hardees.


If you have any questions, just ask. One of us will respond.
 
It's a heck of a drive, but I guess I'll come! :D :D :D

Count me in for 4 dozen eggs and some homegrown firewood.
 
Ya , your arm is twisted :D
I will be there too.
Count me in for plastic-silverware
Brats too...
Oh , and a couple of self-starting burning thingies.... (I.E. Charcoal)
NOT to be confused with Ol Blue Fins... (eek)
 
Monica and I will be there. Put us down for charcoal, brats. Bacon for breakfast. Will help wherever you need us.
 
Hello, dont know anyone here but sounds like this may be some fun. My wife and I been looking to visit the springs for the first time but still haven't been able to make it up there. Sounds like this might be the perfect opportunity to finally make the trip. Were down in ft laud. Whats the weather and water temps like up there in late Oct?
 
Hello, dont know anyone here but sounds like this may be some fun. My wife and I been looking to visit the springs for the first time but still haven't been able to make it up there. Sounds like this might be the perfect opportunity to finally make the trip. Were down in ft laud. Whats the weather and water temps like up there in late Oct?

The water temp is 72 - 74 year round crystal clear spring water. The weather will depend on if we have any cold fronts coming through at that time. It's usually nice for camping. Hope you can join us!
 
The water temp is 72 - 74 year round crystal clear spring water. The weather will depend on if we have any cold fronts coming through at that time. It's usually nice for camping. Hope you can join us!
Usually perfect camping weather!
 
Sounds great! I'll be arriving in Bushnell, Florida the weekend before! Definitely sign me up!

I have multiple food allergies so I will bring both a main dish and a side dish that I know I can have.

Are the RV sites big enough for a 37 ft 5th wheel? never mind their site says no pets :-( I will have to bring a tent. Since my wife is not into tent camping anymore it will probably be just me.
 
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You can count the Rodriguez fam in! Two adults and two kids. Well bring plenty of paper plates, condiments. Our goal is to be there early afternoon Friday.
 
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