Adaptive Scuba on TV

Husker Divers' adaptive scuba program aired on Lincoln's Channel 10/11 (KOLN/KGIN) tonight on the 6:00 news. You can see the story and video by clicking here.

Husker Divers works with people with physical disabilities, including paraplegics, amputees, the blind, and others to enable them to experience the weightlessness and freedom of being underwater.

On Sunday, September 27th, 2009 we are offering a free Try Scuba program at the Downtown YMCA in Lincoln from 5-8 p.m. for anyone with a physical disability. Husker Divers will provide all the equipment, as well as trained, knowledgeable, caring staff. All participants need to bring is a swimming suit and a desire to experience something unique, fun, and stress-free.

Pre-registration is through Husker Divers, located just south of S. 48th Street & Highway 2 in Lincoln, Nebraska (on the east side of the street, across from Sonic. You can call us at 402-420-6338 or e-mail huskerdivers@prodigy.net. We look forward to hearing from you!

Oxygen Compatible Service

Did you know that Husker Divers' equipment technicians use oxygen-compatible lubricants on all equipment we service? It's true! So if you're diving with a higher percentage of oxygen than normal scuba air, you need not fear that it won't be oxygen safe.

Record Scuba Dive to Raise Funds for Sick Children

Two scuba divers from Ireland are planning an attempt at the world's longest, open ocean, cold water scuba dive. The dive is set to take place on Saturday, October 10th. The goal? Forty hours underwater on scuba without ever breaking the surface.

Logistics have been meticulously planned, including how many tanks of air the divers will need and how to keep them occupied for the duration of the dive.

Read the entire story at this link:
http://diverwire.com/scuba-community-news/296-world-record-scuba-dive-attempt-for-charity.html