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Diverse Ecosystem - The heart of the site is Spring Lake, which runs clear above the approximately 200 springs that lie below and provides a stable environment for eight federally listed endangered or threatened species: the San Marcos salamander, the Texas blind salamander, the fountain darter, the San Marcos Gambusia, the Comal Springs riffle beetle, Comal Springs dyopid beetle, Peck's cave amphipod, and the threatened San Marcos salamander.
Diving for Science at Aquarena- The Diving for Science authorization course was developed to protect and preserve the unique and special aquatic environment of Aquarena Springs
Aquarena's Diving for Science program is a great way for divers to get to dive in the cleanest and clearest water in Texas and at the same time get to become involved in one of the largest habitat restoration projects in the country.
Research Dives- Once a diver receives authorization to dive in the lake by completing the authorization class, that diver is eligible to participate in research dives. Aquarena Center will maintain an updated list of research projects and diving requirements. The purpose: to match available divers to the diving needs of an appropriate research project.
Scientific Diver Authorization Course- Everyone should do this weekend dive - This two day course focuses on The Edwards Aquifer, the Habitat, Endangered Species, Archaeology, State & Federal Regulations governing Spring Lake and advanced diving techniques to ensure protection of this critical habitat.
Weekend Class Dates; May 10 & 11, May 17 & 18, May 31 & June 1, June 14 & 15, June 28 & 29, July 12 & 13, July 19 & 20, August 2 & 3, August 16 & 17, September 6th & 7th, Spetember 20th & 21st
Cost of this increadible weekend dive course is only $230
Sign up early as these dates are being filled by the college as well as CrazyScuba.com
Call for Details 972-422-9400
2010 Dates
January 9th & 10th
January 23rd & 24th
February 13th & 14th
February 27th & 28th
March 13th & 14th
March 27th & 28th
April 17th & 18th
May 1st & 2nd
May 15th & 16th
June 5th & 6th
June 19th & 20th
July 10th & 11th
July 24th & 25th
August 7th & 8th
August 21st & 22nd
September 11th & 12th
September 25th & 26th
October 9th & 10th
October 23rd & 24th
Underwater Archaeology: Layne Hedrick (liquidtravel.org) is again teaching this popular course. Layne's focus is the archaeology as it relates to Aquarena. In this course, you will learn about the history of the San Marcos Springs and gain hands on experience in archaeological research design, mapping and excavation.Layne Hedrick (liquidtravel.org) is again teaching this popular course. Layne's focus is the archaeology as it relates to Aquarena. In this course, you will learn about the history of the San Marcos Springs and gain hands on experience in archaeological research design, mapping and excavation.
2010 Dates
May 22nd & 23rd
August 28th & 29th
Underwater Naturalist ($150)
Mary Wicksten (Texas A & M University Biology professor) will be teaching this course. This course provides an advanced focus on the flora and fauna in Spring Lake. This is also a great way to increase your underwater gardening skills!
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SEPTEMBER 11th
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