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Top BSAC volunteer award for South Bay Scuba diver
South Bay Scuba’s Anne Morrison has scooped the Jonathan Crusher Award for BSAC’s Suunto Volunteer of the Year 2014.
The top volunteer accolade, selected from six finalists in the Suunto Branch Volunteer of the Year 2014 awards, was presented to Anne at last weekend’s London International Dive Show.
Anne, from Scarborough based South Bay Scuba, collected the Jonathan Crusher trophy from Andy Torbet.
The Jonathan Crusher Award – given annually to recognise the BSAC diver who has gone well above the call of duty to benefit their branch, is in memory of Jonathan Crusher who was a dedicated and well respected BSAC member and diver.
With South Bay Scuba just over 18 months old, Anne was nominated by her fellow club members for her outstanding contribution in setting up the club and for being instrumental in its fundraising, training and new member recruitment.
BSAC Chief Executive Mary Tetley congratulated Anne on her success: “Anne truly represents the many committed volunteers in BSAC who work tirelessly for their club. Anne is not only very well-liked and respected by her club members but she is also an inspiration.”
The Branch Volunteer initiative is designed to reward BSAC branch members for their significant contribution to their club, to diving and to BSAC. With the standard of nominations high, the judging panel had a challenging task to select the final six – who have now each received a Suunto DX computer.
The six Branch Volunteers of the Year 2014 are:
- New Branch Volunteer of the Year/Jonathan Crusher winner – Anne Morrison, South Bay Scuba
- Young Branch Volunteer of the Year – Megan Judd, Bradford SAC
- Branch Instructor of the Year – Ross Peel, Sheffield University SAC
- Branch Event Organiser of the Year – Mark Tucker, Street SAC
- Long-serving Branch Volunteer of the Year – Christopher Powell, Wellington & Taunton SAC
- Branch Volunteer of the Year (general) – Mark O’Reagan Murphy, Dublin University SAC
To find out more about BSAC, visit www.bsac.com.
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Explorer Ventures Liveaboard Fleet Announces Customer Appreciation Sale for Caribbean Explorer II
Buy One, Get One for $999 – Plus Special Savings for Solo Travelers
Explorer Ventures Fleet is celebrating divers and our friends who make it all possible with an exclusive Customer Appreciation Sale aboard the Caribbean Explorer II. This is the liveaboard itinerary that started it all in 1987, and there’s no better way to say thank you than with incredible savings on diving in Saba, St. Kitts, and St. Maarten.
Customer Appreciation Sale Details
- Buy one full-price trip, bring a companion for $999
- Solo travelers receive $800 off retail price
- Caribbean Explorer II / Saba, St. Kitts & St. Maarten
- Travel Window: August 1 – November 1, 2025
- NO Blackout Departure Dates: Book any scheduled departure date within the travel window
- Booking Deadline: March 31, 2025
Diving in this region offers a mix of dramatic underwater landscapes, intriguing marine life, and historic wrecks. The waters surrounding Saba Marine Park are home to towering pinnacles formed by ancient lava flows, sheer walls, and coral-covered seamounts, where reef sharks, turtles, eagle rays, and schooling fish are often spotted. Just across the channel, the dive sites of St. Kitts provide a variety of underwater scenery, from gently sloping reefs to spur-and-groove formations, with shipwrecks now serving as habitats for lobster, stingrays, and barracuda. With up to five dives per day, this itinerary offers a mix of exploration and adventure in the heart of the Caribbean.
Between dives, the islands offer even more to discover with Explorer Ventures Fleet’s optional land tours. Stroll through Saba’s Windwardside Village, where red-roofed cottages and lush mountain views create a picture-perfect setting. Take in the breathtaking scenery along “The Road That Couldn’t Be Built”, or visit a local glassblowing and art studio to see island creativity in action. The magic of the Caribbean extends beyond the water, and whether you’re diving beneath the waves or exploring these charming destinations, you’re sure to fall in love with the unique beauty.
This limited-time offer is the perfect excuse to grab a dive buddy and experience the best of Saba, St. Kitts, and St. Maarten at an unbeatable price. Book by March 31, 2025, to take advantage of these exclusive savings. www.explorerventures.com/saba-st-kitts/
Contact Information
Explorer Ventures Fleet
Email: info@explorerventures.com
Phone: 1.800.322.3577 (US/Canada), +1.307.235.0683
Website: www.explorerventures.com
About Explorer Ventures Fleet
Since 1987, Explorer Ventures Fleet has been redefining liveaboard diving, offering exceptional dive experiences across the globe. With a commitment to safety, sustainability, and top-tier service, the fleet provides divers with unforgettable access to some of the world’s most spectacular underwater destinations.
A fire broke out this morning on the liveaboard vessel Emperor Seven Seas while it was docked in Port Ghalib, Egypt. Emergency services responded to the incident, and efforts to extinguish the fire were undertaken.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the extent of the damage or whether there were any injuries. The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time, and an investigation is expected to take place.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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