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Oonasdivers now offering technical diving at Sharks Bay

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OONASDIVERSUK based tour operator Oonasdivers have announced that they are now able to offer technical diving through a new facility open in Sharks Bay, Sharm El Sheikh. Chill-Tec Diving is owned and operated by Mark Chiltern, a well known and respected technical diver.

Mark Chilton 1Mark first visited Sharm in 2003 and fell in love with the Red Sea and the Sinai and his passion for technical diving quickly grew. He worked as a technical instructor and guide for several companies in Sharm, gradually building his reputation and skill level but always knowing that he wanted to start his own company.

After many years in the planning he has finally realised his dream and opened Chill-Tec Diving.

Having completed technical deep dives beyond 145m and up to a maximum of 165m, he is the choice of many Technical Instructors and Instructor Trainers who go diving with him on a regular basis to increase their depth limits beyond 100m.

Qualified tec divers have the choice of exploring the house reef in Sharks Bay which has depths of over 100m or joining the daily boats and venturing to Shark and Yolande, the Caves at Jackfish Alley, Satellite Reef at Eel Garden, Ras Umm Sid, Thomas Canyon and the Wreck of the Lara to name but a few.

If you are new to technical diving, Chill-Tec diving offers a full range of TDI and PADI Tec Rec courses. They can also offer technical diving liveaboards tailored to suit your needs.

For more information or to book, contact the Oonasdivers team now by calling +44 (0) 1323 648924, email info@oonasdivers.com or visit www.oonasdivers.com.

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Spooktacular Underwater Adventure: Oyster Diving’s First Halloween Scuba Party at Mercers Lake

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Last Thursday, Oyster Diving transformed Mercers Lake into a hauntingly unforgettable underwater realm for their inaugural Halloween Scuba Party. Approximately 20 intrepid divers plunged into the darkness, weaving through a mesmerising scene of spectral decorations, glow sticks, and eerie underwater pumpkins.

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After the thrilling night dive, participants gathered to feast on a ghoulish spread of pumpkin soup, chilli con carne, and decadent fudge brownies, perfect fuel for the frightful festivities.

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With a resounding success, Oyster Diving is excited to announce plans for this event to become an annual tradition. Next year, look forward to a fully licensed bar and live music, promising an even spookier celebration under the moonlit waters.

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Join us next Halloween for an experience that promises to be a haunting delight!

Find out more about Oyster Diving at oysterdiving.com.

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Shark Trust launches Oceanic 31 Shark Art Auction

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After a two-year tour of UK art galleries, community spaces and aquariums, the Shark Trust’s acclaimed Oceanic31 exhibition takes its final bow at the Royal Geographical Society later this month. And the unique collection of artwork, depicting 31 species of oceanic sharks and rays, donated by 31 artists, is now open for bids from art lovers and shark enthusiasts. The online auction, launched today, will close on the 7th December at 8pm (BST). The money raised will support the Shark Trust Oceanics Programme.

People can now bid on 27 of the artworks by visiting this website:

https://superstars-auctions.com/sharktrustauction

It is a chance to own a beautiful piece of original art and to support the Shark Trust. The timing of the auction also means that these would make a very special Christmas gift for any shark-lover.

The diversity of pieces mirrors that of the sharks and rays they represent. You can bid on paintings, digital creations, sculptures, mixed media and more. You can pick your favourite artist or species of shark. Or you can select the perfect artwork to make a statement in your home or office. Whichever you choose, you will be supporting the work to protect these amazing animals.

One of the pieces of art has been selected to be auctioned live by Steve Backshall at the For the Love of Sharks event at the Royal Geographical Society in London on the 29th November. In addition to this, two further pieces will be raffled at this event, giving people a chance to win an incredible piece of shark art. For the Love of Sharks is the Shark Trust’s flagship evening. A night to celebrate sharks. Steve Backshall is the headline speaker at this event that will see other prominent shark advocates join him on stage.

Tickets for the event can be snapped up here:

https://thesharktrust.org.uk/Event/flos24

Those that would like to see the Oceanic 31 exhibition have one final chance. It is being displayed at the Pavilion at the Royal Geographic Society from 26th November until the 7th December. Entry is free.

Find out more here:

https://www.rgs.org/events/upcoming-events/oceanic-31

 Paul Cox, Shark Trust CEO, Said “This exhibition has given us the opportunity to reach out to a new audience. And inspire more people with the wonderful sharks and rays on which our Big Shark Pledge campaign is based. We are immensely grateful to the 31 artists who have worked so hard to create these works.”

Bid for your favourite Oceanic 31 artwork here:
https://superstars-auctions.com/sharktrustauction


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