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PADI Night Diver Specialty Course 2 divers swimming along a shipwreck with their light beams illuminating the ship.

PADI Night Diver Specialty Course

PADI Night Diver Specialty Course

There is nothing quite as mysterious or unique as dropping below the surface into the darkness.  Although you’ve been scuba diving at a site many times before, at night you drop into a whole new world and watch it come to life under the glow of your dive light. The scene colours change, the site seems somehow more alive, and if you’re diving down south the life changes as day creatures retire and nocturnal organisms emerge. If you like the sounds of this, the PADI Night Diver Specialty Course is your next course.

If you’ve ever wondered what the dive will look like when the sun goes down you’ll be pleasantly surprised when you take your PADI Night Diver Specialty course with us.

Learn how to handle “Light’s Out” equipment failures, light communications and more.

PREREQUISITES:

PADI (Junior) Open Water Divers or higher, who are at least 12 years old, can enrol in the Night Diver specialty course.

Cost: $200+HST Includes eLearning

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

Scuba diving at night teaches you to focus on what you can see in your light’s beam, so a suitable torch is always recommended, see our store staff and instructors for recommendations.

You’ll have a greater focus on controlling your buoyancy, on staying with your buddy and on paying attention to details you may overlook during the day. During three night dives, you’ll practice:

  • Light handling and communication techniques.
  • Entering, exiting and navigating in the dark.
  • Identifying how plants and animals differ or change behaviour at night.

Also, the first dive of this Night Diver Course may credit as a dive toward your PADI Advanced Open Water certification (although we generally suggest you do all 5 of the minimum dives regardless)– ask your instructor about earning credit.

To enrol in the course, come and visit our store, pickup your PADI Night Diver materials. By studying before class, you’ll be better prepared for the thrill of exploring the underwater world at night.

WHAT GEAR WILL YOU NEED?

Along with your full scuba equipment setup, you’ll need a primary dive light and want to have a backup light, too.

Sign Up Now and earn your next certification with DDS.

WHERE DO I GO FROM HERE?

Here are some popular examples of courses commonly taken by graduates of this course:

  • Peak Performance Buoyancy
  • Advanced Open Water
  • Cavern Diver
  • Deep Diver
  • Rescue Diver
  • Wreck Diver
  • Intro to Tech
Scuba Dive Lake Ontario

Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

Dive the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario 2024

Join us on beautiful Lake Ontario and dive our local Tiller Wreck, a stunning, fragile wooden schooner 100′ long by 25′ wide. The ship is in great shape and even features 2 beautiful masts, a gorgeous rudder, cargo holds, a picturesque bow, windlass, anchor and stove.

The Tiller Wreck is an unknown 2 masted wooden schooner sitting on a 45 degree angle on the starboard side 6 km’s off Port Dalhousie in 113ffw.  The wreck was named by Len Rooney on our 1st trip out because it used a tiller which moved the rudder back and forth instead of a stearing wheel.

This wreck is perfect for Advanced Level Divers and is an Ideal Nitrox Dive for more bottom time. Visibility is usually 60 feet or better with average temperature of 40 degrees at depth. A Drysuit is Highly recommended to make this a more enjoyable dive.

Charter Details

Diver Level Minimum Advanced Open Water certified with cold water dive experience. Max depth 113ft. Lake Ontario remains cold at depth even in the summer. Drysuit or good quality 7mm wetsuit recommended with hood and gloves. DDS Charters are Tech and Rec friendly. Light recommend.

Departure The boat departs from the Fish & Game Club, 61 Lighthouse Road, Port Dalhousie. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure time to load your gear. Departure times are sharp. Times are below.

Boat The Gideon Brown holds seven recreational divers comfortably or six technical divers. Exclusive to Dan’s Dive Shop.

Cost $115 + HST for a two dive charter. Not Included: tanks, scuba gear & gratuity.

2024 Tiller Departure Times

Thursday June 27 6:30pm

Monday July 1 9:00am / 1:00pm / 6:30pm

Tuesday July 23  6:30pm

Saturday July 27 9:00am / 1:00pm

Saturday August 24 9:00am / 1:00pm

Saturday September 28 9:00am / 1:00pm

Monday October 14 9:00am / 1:00pm

The Gideon Brown

Northern Diving Adventure’s new vessel the Gideon Brown is a 6.4m Metalcraft Kingfisher Patrol all aluminum vessel.

Fast on the water, the Gideon Brown has been upgraded from its previous enforcement duties to a diver friendly arrangement. It features onboard seating, gear storage, fin friendly dive ladder, easy giant stride access off the spacious engine deck and marine toilet.

The Gideon Brown is fully Transport Canada compliant and voluntarily participating in Transport Canada’s Small Vessel Compliance Program.

How To Sign Up for the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

1. Phone, email or visit the shop to book.

2. Make full payment to confirm your spot.

3. Fill out the online Diver Registration Form.

Book Now

Terms and Conditions

Diver Responsibility All Divers are responsible for ensuring they have the appropriate scuba gear for cold water diving, redundancy and exposure protection. No scuba gear, tanks or weights are included. If rentals are needed the diver is responsible to pick them up in store during retail hours. DDS Charters are not guided, private Divemaster can be arranged for an additional fee. All divers are expected to only attend dives within their diver certification level and experience. Lastly, unsafe divers putting themselves and others at risk may be asked to leave.

Cancellation Policy All dive charters are non-refundable. Please let us know if you are unable to go. If we are able to fill your spot you will receive a store credit for your charter fee. If the dive charter is cancelled by Dan’s Dive Shop or the boat operator due to unforeseeable circumstances a credit or full refund will be provided.

Scuba Dive Lake Ontario

Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

Dive the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario 2024

Join us on beautiful Lake Ontario and dive our local Tiller Wreck, a stunning, fragile wooden schooner 100′ long by 25′ wide. The ship is in great shape and even features 2 beautiful masts, a gorgeous rudder, cargo holds, a picturesque bow, windlass, anchor and stove.

The Tiller Wreck is an unknown 2 masted wooden schooner sitting on a 45 degree angle on the starboard side 6 km’s off Port Dalhousie in 113ffw.  The wreck was named by Len Rooney on our 1st trip out because it used a tiller which moved the rudder back and forth instead of a stearing wheel.

This wreck is perfect for Advanced Level Divers and is an Ideal Nitrox Dive for more bottom time. Visibility is usually 60 feet or better with average temperature of 40 degrees at depth. A Drysuit is Highly recommended to make this a more enjoyable dive.

Charter Details

Diver Level Minimum Advanced Open Water certified with cold water dive experience. Max depth 113ft. Lake Ontario remains cold at depth even in the summer. Drysuit or good quality 7mm wetsuit recommended with hood and gloves. DDS Charters are Tech and Rec friendly. Light recommend.

Departure The boat departs from the Fish & Game Club, 61 Lighthouse Road, Port Dalhousie. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure time to load your gear. Departure times are sharp. Times are below.

Boat The Gideon Brown holds seven recreational divers comfortably or six technical divers. Exclusive to Dan’s Dive Shop.

Cost $115 + HST for a two dive charter. Not Included: tanks, scuba gear & gratuity.

2024 Tiller Departure Times

Thursday June 27 6:30pm

Monday July 1 9:00am / 1:00pm / 6:30pm

Tuesday July 23  6:30pm

Saturday July 27 9:00am / 1:00pm

Saturday August 24 9:00am / 1:00pm

Saturday September 28 9:00am / 1:00pm

Monday October 14 9:00am / 1:00pm

The Gideon Brown

Northern Diving Adventure’s new vessel the Gideon Brown is a 6.4m Metalcraft Kingfisher Patrol all aluminum vessel.

Fast on the water, the Gideon Brown has been upgraded from its previous enforcement duties to a diver friendly arrangement. It features onboard seating, gear storage, fin friendly dive ladder, easy giant stride access off the spacious engine deck and marine toilet.

The Gideon Brown is fully Transport Canada compliant and voluntarily participating in Transport Canada’s Small Vessel Compliance Program.

How To Sign Up for the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

1. Phone, email or visit the shop to book.

2. Make full payment to confirm your spot.

3. Fill out the online Diver Registration Form.

Book Now

Terms and Conditions

Diver Responsibility All Divers are responsible for ensuring they have the appropriate scuba gear for cold water diving, redundancy and exposure protection. No scuba gear, tanks or weights are included. If rentals are needed the diver is responsible to pick them up in store during retail hours. DDS Charters are not guided, private Divemaster can be arranged for an additional fee. All divers are expected to only attend dives within their diver certification level and experience. Lastly, unsafe divers putting themselves and others at risk may be asked to leave.

Cancellation Policy All dive charters are non-refundable. Please let us know if you are unable to go. If we are able to fill your spot you will receive a store credit for your charter fee. If the dive charter is cancelled by Dan’s Dive Shop or the boat operator due to unforeseeable circumstances a credit or full refund will be provided.

Scuba Dive Lake Ontario

Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

Dive the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario 2024

Join us on beautiful Lake Ontario and dive our local Tiller Wreck, a stunning, fragile wooden schooner 100′ long by 25′ wide. The ship is in great shape and even features 2 beautiful masts, a gorgeous rudder, cargo holds, a picturesque bow, windlass, anchor and stove.

The Tiller Wreck is an unknown 2 masted wooden schooner sitting on a 45 degree angle on the starboard side 6 km’s off Port Dalhousie in 113ffw.  The wreck was named by Len Rooney on our 1st trip out because it used a tiller which moved the rudder back and forth instead of a stearing wheel.

This wreck is perfect for Advanced Level Divers and is an Ideal Nitrox Dive for more bottom time. Visibility is usually 60 feet or better with average temperature of 40 degrees at depth. A Drysuit is Highly recommended to make this a more enjoyable dive.

Charter Details

Diver Level Minimum Advanced Open Water certified with cold water dive experience. Max depth 113ft. Lake Ontario remains cold at depth even in the summer. Drysuit or good quality 7mm wetsuit recommended with hood and gloves. DDS Charters are Tech and Rec friendly. Light recommend.

Departure The boat departs from the Fish & Game Club, 61 Lighthouse Road, Port Dalhousie. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure time to load your gear. Departure times are sharp. Times are below.

Boat The Gideon Brown holds seven recreational divers comfortably or six technical divers. Exclusive to Dan’s Dive Shop.

Cost $115 + HST for a two dive charter. Not Included: tanks, scuba gear & gratuity.

2024 Tiller Departure Times

Thursday June 27 6:30pm

Monday July 1 9:00am / 1:00pm / 6:30pm

Tuesday July 23  6:30pm

Saturday July 27 9:00am / 1:00pm

Saturday August 24 9:00am / 1:00pm

Saturday September 28 9:00am / 1:00pm

Monday October 14 9:00am / 1:00pm

The Gideon Brown

Northern Diving Adventure’s new vessel the Gideon Brown is a 6.4m Metalcraft Kingfisher Patrol all aluminum vessel.

Fast on the water, the Gideon Brown has been upgraded from its previous enforcement duties to a diver friendly arrangement. It features onboard seating, gear storage, fin friendly dive ladder, easy giant stride access off the spacious engine deck and marine toilet.

The Gideon Brown is fully Transport Canada compliant and voluntarily participating in Transport Canada’s Small Vessel Compliance Program.

How To Sign Up for the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

1. Phone, email or visit the shop to book.

2. Make full payment to confirm your spot.

3. Fill out the online Diver Registration Form.

Book Now

Terms and Conditions

Diver Responsibility All Divers are responsible for ensuring they have the appropriate scuba gear for cold water diving, redundancy and exposure protection. No scuba gear, tanks or weights are included. If rentals are needed the diver is responsible to pick them up in store during retail hours. DDS Charters are not guided, private Divemaster can be arranged for an additional fee. All divers are expected to only attend dives within their diver certification level and experience. Lastly, unsafe divers putting themselves and others at risk may be asked to leave.

Cancellation Policy All dive charters are non-refundable. Please let us know if you are unable to go. If we are able to fill your spot you will receive a store credit for your charter fee. If the dive charter is cancelled by Dan’s Dive Shop or the boat operator due to unforeseeable circumstances a credit or full refund will be provided.

Scuba Dive Lake Ontario

Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

Dive the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario 2024

Join us on beautiful Lake Ontario and dive our local Tiller Wreck, a stunning, fragile wooden schooner 100′ long by 25′ wide. The ship is in great shape and even features 2 beautiful masts, a gorgeous rudder, cargo holds, a picturesque bow, windlass, anchor and stove.

The Tiller Wreck is an unknown 2 masted wooden schooner sitting on a 45 degree angle on the starboard side 6 km’s off Port Dalhousie in 113ffw.  The wreck was named by Len Rooney on our 1st trip out because it used a tiller which moved the rudder back and forth instead of a stearing wheel.

This wreck is perfect for Advanced Level Divers and is an Ideal Nitrox Dive for more bottom time. Visibility is usually 60 feet or better with average temperature of 40 degrees at depth. A Drysuit is Highly recommended to make this a more enjoyable dive.

Charter Details

Diver Level Minimum Advanced Open Water certified with cold water dive experience. Max depth 113ft. Lake Ontario remains cold at depth even in the summer. Drysuit or good quality 7mm wetsuit recommended with hood and gloves. DDS Charters are Tech and Rec friendly. Light recommend.

Departure The boat departs from the Fish & Game Club, 61 Lighthouse Road, Port Dalhousie. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure time to load your gear. Departure times are sharp. Times are below.

Boat The Gideon Brown holds seven recreational divers comfortably or six technical divers. Exclusive to Dan’s Dive Shop.

Cost $115 + HST for a two dive charter. Not Included: tanks, scuba gear & gratuity.

2024 Tiller Departure Times

Thursday June 27 6:30pm

Monday July 1 9:00am / 1:00pm / 6:30pm

Tuesday July 23  6:30pm

Saturday July 27 9:00am / 1:00pm

Saturday August 24 9:00am / 1:00pm

Saturday September 28 9:00am / 1:00pm

Monday October 14 9:00am / 1:00pm

The Gideon Brown

Northern Diving Adventure’s new vessel the Gideon Brown is a 6.4m Metalcraft Kingfisher Patrol all aluminum vessel.

Fast on the water, the Gideon Brown has been upgraded from its previous enforcement duties to a diver friendly arrangement. It features onboard seating, gear storage, fin friendly dive ladder, easy giant stride access off the spacious engine deck and marine toilet.

The Gideon Brown is fully Transport Canada compliant and voluntarily participating in Transport Canada’s Small Vessel Compliance Program.

How To Sign Up for the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

1. Phone, email or visit the shop to book.

2. Make full payment to confirm your spot.

3. Fill out the online Diver Registration Form.

Book Now

Terms and Conditions

Diver Responsibility All Divers are responsible for ensuring they have the appropriate scuba gear for cold water diving, redundancy and exposure protection. No scuba gear, tanks or weights are included. If rentals are needed the diver is responsible to pick them up in store during retail hours. DDS Charters are not guided, private Divemaster can be arranged for an additional fee. All divers are expected to only attend dives within their diver certification level and experience. Lastly, unsafe divers putting themselves and others at risk may be asked to leave.

Cancellation Policy All dive charters are non-refundable. Please let us know if you are unable to go. If we are able to fill your spot you will receive a store credit for your charter fee. If the dive charter is cancelled by Dan’s Dive Shop or the boat operator due to unforeseeable circumstances a credit or full refund will be provided.

Scuba Dive Lake Ontario

Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

Dive the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario 2024

Join us on beautiful Lake Ontario and dive our local Tiller Wreck, a stunning, fragile wooden schooner 100′ long by 25′ wide. The ship is in great shape and even features 2 beautiful masts, a gorgeous rudder, cargo holds, a picturesque bow, windlass, anchor and stove.

The Tiller Wreck is an unknown 2 masted wooden schooner sitting on a 45 degree angle on the starboard side 6 km’s off Port Dalhousie in 113ffw.  The wreck was named by Len Rooney on our 1st trip out because it used a tiller which moved the rudder back and forth instead of a stearing wheel.

This wreck is perfect for Advanced Level Divers and is an Ideal Nitrox Dive for more bottom time. Visibility is usually 60 feet or better with average temperature of 40 degrees at depth. A Drysuit is Highly recommended to make this a more enjoyable dive.

Charter Details

Diver Level Minimum Advanced Open Water certified with cold water dive experience. Max depth 113ft. Lake Ontario remains cold at depth even in the summer. Drysuit or good quality 7mm wetsuit recommended with hood and gloves. DDS Charters are Tech and Rec friendly. Light recommend.

Departure The boat departs from the Fish & Game Club, 61 Lighthouse Road, Port Dalhousie. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure time to load your gear. Departure times are sharp. Times are below.

Boat The Gideon Brown holds seven recreational divers comfortably or six technical divers. Exclusive to Dan’s Dive Shop.

Cost $115 + HST for a two dive charter. Not Included: tanks, scuba gear & gratuity.

2024 Tiller Departure Times

Thursday June 27 6:30pm

Monday July 1 9:00am / 1:00pm / 6:30pm

Tuesday July 23  6:30pm

Saturday July 27 9:00am / 1:00pm

Saturday August 24 9:00am / 1:00pm

Saturday September 28 9:00am / 1:00pm

Monday October 14 9:00am / 1:00pm

The Gideon Brown

Northern Diving Adventure’s new vessel the Gideon Brown is a 6.4m Metalcraft Kingfisher Patrol all aluminum vessel.

Fast on the water, the Gideon Brown has been upgraded from its previous enforcement duties to a diver friendly arrangement. It features onboard seating, gear storage, fin friendly dive ladder, easy giant stride access off the spacious engine deck and marine toilet.

The Gideon Brown is fully Transport Canada compliant and voluntarily participating in Transport Canada’s Small Vessel Compliance Program.

How To Sign Up for the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

1. Phone, email or visit the shop to book.

2. Make full payment to confirm your spot.

3. Fill out the online Diver Registration Form.

Book Now

Terms and Conditions

Diver Responsibility All Divers are responsible for ensuring they have the appropriate scuba gear for cold water diving, redundancy and exposure protection. No scuba gear, tanks or weights are included. If rentals are needed the diver is responsible to pick them up in store during retail hours. DDS Charters are not guided, private Divemaster can be arranged for an additional fee. All divers are expected to only attend dives within their diver certification level and experience. Lastly, unsafe divers putting themselves and others at risk may be asked to leave.

Cancellation Policy All dive charters are non-refundable. Please let us know if you are unable to go. If we are able to fill your spot you will receive a store credit for your charter fee. If the dive charter is cancelled by Dan’s Dive Shop or the boat operator due to unforeseeable circumstances a credit or full refund will be provided.

Scuba Dive Lake Ontario

Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

Dive the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario 2024

Join us on beautiful Lake Ontario and dive our local Tiller Wreck, a stunning, fragile wooden schooner 100′ long by 25′ wide. The ship is in great shape and even features 2 beautiful masts, a gorgeous rudder, cargo holds, a picturesque bow, windlass, anchor and stove.

The Tiller Wreck is an unknown 2 masted wooden schooner sitting on a 45 degree angle on the starboard side 6 km’s off Port Dalhousie in 113ffw.  The wreck was named by Len Rooney on our 1st trip out because it used a tiller which moved the rudder back and forth instead of a stearing wheel.

This wreck is perfect for Advanced Level Divers and is an Ideal Nitrox Dive for more bottom time. Visibility is usually 60 feet or better with average temperature of 40 degrees at depth. A Drysuit is Highly recommended to make this a more enjoyable dive.

Charter Details

Diver Level Minimum Advanced Open Water certified with cold water dive experience. Max depth 113ft. Lake Ontario remains cold at depth even in the summer. Drysuit or good quality 7mm wetsuit recommended with hood and gloves. DDS Charters are Tech and Rec friendly. Light recommend.

Departure The boat departs from the Fish & Game Club, 61 Lighthouse Road, Port Dalhousie. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure time to load your gear. Departure times are sharp. Times are below.

Boat The Gideon Brown holds seven recreational divers comfortably or six technical divers. Exclusive to Dan’s Dive Shop.

Cost $115 + HST for a two dive charter. Not Included: tanks, scuba gear & gratuity.

2024 Tiller Departure Times

Thursday June 27 6:30pm

Monday July 1 9:00am / 1:00pm / 6:30pm

Tuesday July 23  6:30pm

Saturday July 27 9:00am / 1:00pm

Saturday August 24 9:00am / 1:00pm

Saturday September 28 9:00am / 1:00pm

Monday October 14 9:00am / 1:00pm

The Gideon Brown

Northern Diving Adventure’s new vessel the Gideon Brown is a 6.4m Metalcraft Kingfisher Patrol all aluminum vessel.

Fast on the water, the Gideon Brown has been upgraded from its previous enforcement duties to a diver friendly arrangement. It features onboard seating, gear storage, fin friendly dive ladder, easy giant stride access off the spacious engine deck and marine toilet.

The Gideon Brown is fully Transport Canada compliant and voluntarily participating in Transport Canada’s Small Vessel Compliance Program.

How To Sign Up for the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

1. Phone, email or visit the shop to book.

2. Make full payment to confirm your spot.

3. Fill out the online Diver Registration Form.

Book Now

Terms and Conditions

Diver Responsibility All Divers are responsible for ensuring they have the appropriate scuba gear for cold water diving, redundancy and exposure protection. No scuba gear, tanks or weights are included. If rentals are needed the diver is responsible to pick them up in store during retail hours. DDS Charters are not guided, private Divemaster can be arranged for an additional fee. All divers are expected to only attend dives within their diver certification level and experience. Lastly, unsafe divers putting themselves and others at risk may be asked to leave.

Cancellation Policy All dive charters are non-refundable. Please let us know if you are unable to go. If we are able to fill your spot you will receive a store credit for your charter fee. If the dive charter is cancelled by Dan’s Dive Shop or the boat operator due to unforeseeable circumstances a credit or full refund will be provided.

Scuba Dive Lake Ontario

Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

Dive the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario 2024

Join us on beautiful Lake Ontario and dive our local Tiller Wreck, a stunning, fragile wooden schooner 100′ long by 25′ wide. The ship is in great shape and even features 2 beautiful masts, a gorgeous rudder, cargo holds, a picturesque bow, windlass, anchor and stove.

The Tiller Wreck is an unknown 2 masted wooden schooner sitting on a 45 degree angle on the starboard side 6 km’s off Port Dalhousie in 113ffw.  The wreck was named by Len Rooney on our 1st trip out because it used a tiller which moved the rudder back and forth instead of a stearing wheel.

This wreck is perfect for Advanced Level Divers and is an Ideal Nitrox Dive for more bottom time. Visibility is usually 60 feet or better with average temperature of 40 degrees at depth. A Drysuit is Highly recommended to make this a more enjoyable dive.

Charter Details

Diver Level Minimum Advanced Open Water certified with cold water dive experience. Max depth 113ft. Lake Ontario remains cold at depth even in the summer. Drysuit or good quality 7mm wetsuit recommended with hood and gloves. DDS Charters are Tech and Rec friendly. Light recommend.

Departure The boat departs from the Fish & Game Club, 61 Lighthouse Road, Port Dalhousie. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure time to load your gear. Departure times are sharp. Times are below.

Boat The Gideon Brown holds seven recreational divers comfortably or six technical divers. Exclusive to Dan’s Dive Shop.

Cost $115 + HST for a two dive charter. Not Included: tanks, scuba gear & gratuity.

2024 Tiller Departure Times

Thursday June 27 6:30pm

Monday July 1 9:00am / 1:00pm / 6:30pm

Tuesday July 23  6:30pm

Saturday July 27 9:00am / 1:00pm

Saturday August 24 9:00am / 1:00pm

Saturday September 28 9:00am / 1:00pm

Monday October 14 9:00am / 1:00pm

The Gideon Brown

Northern Diving Adventure’s new vessel the Gideon Brown is a 6.4m Metalcraft Kingfisher Patrol all aluminum vessel.

Fast on the water, the Gideon Brown has been upgraded from its previous enforcement duties to a diver friendly arrangement. It features onboard seating, gear storage, fin friendly dive ladder, easy giant stride access off the spacious engine deck and marine toilet.

The Gideon Brown is fully Transport Canada compliant and voluntarily participating in Transport Canada’s Small Vessel Compliance Program.

How To Sign Up for the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

1. Phone, email or visit the shop to book.

2. Make full payment to confirm your spot.

3. Fill out the online Diver Registration Form.

Book Now

Terms and Conditions

Diver Responsibility All Divers are responsible for ensuring they have the appropriate scuba gear for cold water diving, redundancy and exposure protection. No scuba gear, tanks or weights are included. If rentals are needed the diver is responsible to pick them up in store during retail hours. DDS Charters are not guided, private Divemaster can be arranged for an additional fee. All divers are expected to only attend dives within their diver certification level and experience. Lastly, unsafe divers putting themselves and others at risk may be asked to leave.

Cancellation Policy All dive charters are non-refundable. Please let us know if you are unable to go. If we are able to fill your spot you will receive a store credit for your charter fee. If the dive charter is cancelled by Dan’s Dive Shop or the boat operator due to unforeseeable circumstances a credit or full refund will be provided.