Clothes

North Florida gets hot and buggy in the summer and is wicked chilly in the wintertime.

Be sure to have:

• Warm jacket
• Bug spray
• Rain coat
• Shoes/boots you’re comfortable getting muddy with good grip

Food

We will have a plan for every meal, whether grabbing something togo or eating out. If you’re a snacker, bring snacks. Water is usually not available at the dive sites. Bring a full reusable water bottle (or two) to stay hydrated. During hot winter months I usually bring an electrolyte sports drink as well. I keep an iced cooler in my car at all times so you can store things there if needed.

Dive gear

Review your class equipment list for appropriate dive gear. A changing mat or tarp is really helpful at most sites. Being organized and clean goes a long way to being efficient at the dive sites. 

• Tarp or changing mat
• Box or bag for your wet exposure protection
• Certification cards

Spares

While there are dive stores in North Florida, be equipped with spares and the knowledge to fix gear problems at the site. A simple save a dive kit and basic spares will increase your ability to be self sufficient after the class.

Amenities

Be informed about your lodging choice. Some of the trailers are only equipped with basic amenities and you may want to bring comfort items, like a pillow and soap. 

Cash

We aren’t typically diving from boats when cave diving, and if we do it’s a private boat. Some people tip the lodging establishment or the dive store if they feel an exemplary service was provided. Small bills are good to have for state park entrances.