Just in case you didn't come to our last club meeting our speaker for Sheep Shepherd is also the founder of Ocean Defenders Alliance, what they do is go out and remove old fishing nets off of wrecks and reefs off the California Coast.

Ocean Defenders Alliance (ODA) is a nonprofit grassroots marine conservation organization founded and based in Orange County, California, since 2002. ODA strives to make our coastal waters safer for ocean wildlife by removing dangerous man-made objects from the sea floor, especially abandoned commercial fishing gear that poses a serious threat to numerous species. ODA carefully liberates animals found trapped in derelict gear that needlessly continues to capture and kill.

Ocean Adventures Dive Co. supports ODA, and our Tech Divers are helping the group to remove netting from the deeper wrecks and sites.

XCel's new Bamboo Ultrastretch series is a comfortable, durable, warm yet lightweight wetsuit line - and it's also better for the environment than traditional wetsuits.

The core of the neoprene is XCel's traditional limestone-based neoprene (produced with hydroelectric power), layered with bamboo charcoal- infused yarns plus recycled polyester from soda bottles. The benefit for you is the increased comfort and performance: 4-way stretch, moisture- and odor- resistance, compression resistance, and increased retention of body heat in cooler water.

The ThermoBarrier is a hybrid cold-water scuba diving wetsuit - wear it with the vented hood attached for ultimate warmth, or remove the hood to wear in more temperate water. Classic back zipper design is easier for women to put on or take off than suits with a cross-chest front zipper. Adjustable wrap collar for comfort Bamboo-infused water-resistant Dual Level ThermoBarrier lining made from recycled materials; upper body in high pile for core warmth, with lower body and sleeves in lower pile for stretch performance Easy on & off ankle zipper system with inner ankle dams. Quadruple glued and blindstitched seams with reinforced stress points means this suit will last in tough diving conditions with 8mm body, 7mm sleeves, 6mm hood with 5mm GlideSkin face seal, 5mm outer lower legs and inner spine puts the warmth where you need it, and flexibilty to keep you moving comfortably underwater.

Ocean Adventures has these new eco suits IN STOCK now! Check them out for yourself next time you stop by the shop.

2009 marks 31 years the Stahl family has manufactured travel luggage. The Stahl's roots as a manufacturer began in 1978, when There founder, Emil Stahl, answered a need to find a better way to make luggage. His skill and innovative manufacturing methods earned the trust of many early company's in the outdoor industry. The attention to detail on every level allowed them to put their special touch on products manufactured under private labels from company's ranging from L.L. Bean daypacks, Patagonia soft luggage and briefcases for Tumi.

While all of the private label work was progressing, a personal passion of John and Jim Stahl evolved into the Stahlsac Submariner line of adventure diving luggage. A complete line of quality travel products designed around and for the ocean environment has placed them in the unique position of offering totally unique products made of exceptional quality standards. There are few sports in the world that demand so much from the equipment used. Salt spray, intense U/V rays, luggage designed to transport life support equipment to remote locations around the world and airport baggage handlers! The Stahls are so good at what they do, they offer the highest standard guarantee in any industry...a lifetime guarantee.

Go Anywhere Go with Confidence Go with Stahlsac!!!

With two sold-out boats in a row, you need to reserve your spot today for the June 21st trip to Catalina Island if you want to go diving before the end of this month! The Sundiver will be leaving Los Alamitos Harbor at 7am Sunday the 21st, if you are not an early riser, come down Saturday night, stow your gear, grab a bunk, have dinner in the Harbor and sleep aboard the Sundiver. While you are sleeping in, the boat will be motoring to your first dive site off Cataline Island.

For this trip, Steve is offering FREE gear rental! Call and reserve your spot before this boat sells out too!