Another Visit to the Delph!

Once again, the weekend came around, and once again, a select group of hardy divers braved the ice and snow to visit the Eccy Delph for a day of diving. We were in the water for our first chilling dive before 11:30. Not before, of course, Ernie decided to start a snowball fight, without realizing that his drysuit wasn't zipped up!

James was buddied with Andy for the first dive, with Dave G stalking us, and Ernie accompanied Clive into the water to continue his training.  After the customary acclimatization in the 4 degree water, we finished crying and began the dive!  James and Andy failed to find even one armored car, let alone the second like last time!  However, we did manage to completely disorientate ourselves, and ended up ice diving underneath the frozen surface!  Anyway, after reestablishing their position, found their way back, without feeling the effects of the cold too much.  Ernie and Clive apparently had an equally, if not more successful dive, returning just as safely, but without the added disadvantage of getting lost.  After de-kitting on the snow-covered benches, the heated interior of the cafe beckoned, and we soon treated ourselves to a hot cup of tea.

After warming up, we decided that while we were there we should do a second dive.  After we played musical buddies, we all re-entered the frigid water again, and enjoyed a slightly shorter, slightly colder dive. James with Ernie and Andy, while Clive buddied with Dave.  All went well and we all surfaced safely, if a little chilly, and proceeded once again to the cafe for a hot drink and a debrief.

Overall, I think that all would agree that it was another great day of diving, with lessons being learned by some, and fun being had by all.  As mentioned in the last post, the next planned dive weekend for Vale Royal SAC is next Saturday at the Delph, and then on to skydiving!  If you haven't already expressed interest, but would like to come, then speak to Dave G.  a.s.a.p. to request a place.

JS