Changes to GLUG Events Page
Posted by Neil on July 22nd, 2008
I’ve added a couple of extra columns to the GLUG Events Page, with the intention of making it easier for members to determine whether they have sufficient experience for particular trips, and also to encourage Dive Organisers to think about the level of experience required.
There is now a “Dive Conditions” column - this will give details of things such as Water temperature, Protection required (e.g. Shorty, 5mm Wetsuit, Semi-dry, or Drysuit), typical visibility, type of diving (e.g. Drift, Wreck, Dropoffs/Walls etc.).
Secondly, there is a “Required Dive Experience” column. The intention is that the Dive Organiser should state the minimum qualification and/or number of logged dives necessary for the trip, as well as anything else relevant (e.g. Experience of Drift dives). This column is not intended to be a hard-and-fast requirement (after all, everyone has to experience their first Drift dive sometime), but if you are lacking in any of the areas of experience stated, then it’s important that you ask the Dive Organiser whether or not the trip will be suitable. Sometimes, it’s possible to pair up a less experienced diver with a Divemaster/Instructor, etc., but not always. The Dive Organiser’s decision should always be respected.
Important: I have filled in the columns for some dive trips, but anyone who has a trip organised should log into the members area ASAP, and edit their Event as necessary, to add the required information.