Bay Area Divers

Bay Area Diver's Shipwrecks and Scuba Banquet November 13, 2004
Ticket sales have been closed for this year. Enjoy the show!
	Evening Program: After Dinner Amazing Shipwrecks; Incredible Stories! - Dark Descent - Diving and the deadly allure of the Empress of Ireland by Kevin McMurray. Based on his book, Dark Descent, this program relates the history of the grand ocean liner and features views of the ship as she rests today. - Titans Clash!! Then Death in the Abyss -by David Trotter. The steamer Frank H. Goodyear sailed into a heavy fog and oblivion as she collided with the northbound James Woods in an event that changed Great Lakes maritime history! David Trotter and his crew of underwater explorers take us to the ship and unlock the mysteries that surround her!
Dinner: Approx. 6:30pm A wonderful choice between chicken or beef will again be offered. The meal will be catered by the Holiday Inn which has always hosted a wonderful dinning experience.
	Morning Seminar: 9:00am until 11:30am Learning About Shipwrecks by C. Patrick Labadie Great Lakes shipwreck expert, Patrick Labadie will share his unique knowledge about ships and their history. The workshop will include providing an understanding of wooden ship construction, a chronology of great lakes ships, wood to steel and sail to steam. Participants will have a greater understanding of shipwrecks as well as learning about opportunities for shipwreck projects, research, and much more!
Afternoon Seminar: 1:30pm until 4:00pm Shipwrecks and Diving - The latest Information about decompression diving by Steve Lewis. - Shipwreck Tales of the Great Lakes by Chris Kohl and Joan Forsberg. - Diving in the Fiords of Norway by Mirek Standowicz. - Morrell Encounter - The true story of discovery and adventure by David Trotter.
	Vendor and Manufacturer Displays: Our favorite vendors manufacturers and dive shops will have their wares on display for everyone to peruse. If you are interested in a table in the display room please contact Dean Ziegler.
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