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To
make reservations:
On
Charters:
Simply call the group that has the trip dates that you are interested
in. You will find their number on the calendar section of this
website, or on our printed calendar found at most dive shops.
They will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding
the cost, itinerary, etc.
On Open
Party Island Excursion trips:
Simply call Truth Aquatics at 805-962-1127 or 805-963-3564 to
book passage. A 25% non-refundable deposit is due at the time
of booking to guarantee your reservation. If you choose not
to put down a deposit we will be happy to put you on our stand-by
list. If you need to cancel not less than 10 days prior to the
trip you may switch to another scheduled trip or get a rain
check that is valid for 1 year. Rain checks are not redeemable
for cash. Cash refunds are limited to 75% of full paid trips.
Gold
Cards:
As
an added bonus you may purchase a Gold Card for $2 and after
you have made (5) one day Open Boats, or (5) days of Truth
Aquatics Dives, or Limited Loads you will receive a $75 credit
to be used on your next trip. Simply have the captain sign
off each day or trip you make on the card.
Policies:
If you need to cancel your reservation for any reason, you
may switch to another date. If you are unsure of a date to
switch to, we can send you a raincheck to be used at a future
date on board any of our boats. Rainchecks are not redeemable
for cash. All cash refunds are subject to a 15% booking and
handling fee.
Should any personal item be misplaced, forgotten, lost, or
stolen, Truth Aquatics will do everything in its power to
retrieve the missing item. However, Truth Aquatics accepts
no responsibility for your personal effects. Please check
the boat thoroughly after your trip.
Planning
Ahead:
Trip
Status:
If Truth Aquatics needs to cancel the trip for any reason
i.e.: mechanical problems, lack of participation, weather,
etc., we will attempt to contact you by 3 PM two days prior
to the trip. Please call 805-962-1127 if there is any concern
regarding the trip status.
Truth Aquatics accepts no responsibility
for personal travel expenses.
Travel
Plans:
Once you have booked a trip, it is advisable to arrive in
Santa Barbara and stay on board the night before the trip.
You may board any time after 8 P.M. Please look for the "Welcome
Aboard" pamphlets (which will be laid out on the galley
tables). They describe where everything on the boat is located.
Also please look for the boat's manifest and please print
your name on it legibly. No roll is taken prior to departure
and it is everyone's responsibility to be on board.
Multi-Day
Trips:
include
breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, fresh fruit, cookies, candy,
hot and cold drinks, multi day Fish
& Game
permits, and air refills (compressors capable of filling to
3000 psi). The trip does not include any dive equipment, or
alcoholic beverages. Cooler space is provided for any drinks
you may want to bring or small ice chests are welcomed. No
illegal drugs are permitted on board as zero
tolerance is strictly enforced.
Hunting:
Anyone
taking game must have a California Fishing License. You can
purchase these at the Sea Landing office or you can call the
Fish
& Game
at 916-227-2246 and order them directly with a credit card.
Items that you will need for game collecting include mesh
bag for diving and one for live storage, spear gun or pole
spear, extra tips and bands. Lobster
season begins the Saturday proceeding the first Wednesday
in October through the first Wednesday after the 15th of March.
Fish and scallops are open year round. Please be a responsible
hunter and adhere to all Fish & Game regulations that can
be obtained at the Sea Landing office or on board the boat.
What
to bring:
Diving Equipment:
A dive
store is located at the Sea Landing for your convenience.
Rentals of tanks and misc. equipment is available, please
call before your trip to reserve rental gear. Dive equipment
is not provided as part of the trip and it is advisable to
bring the following items:
·
Mask, snorkel, fins.
· 1/4 in. wetsuit or drysuit with hood, gloves and booties
(water temperature in summer mid 60's and in winter mid
50's).
· Tank and BCD.
· Weight belt.
· Regulator with pressure gauge, depth gauge, compass,
and decompression computer. A computer is highly recommended
as you can be exposed to multiple dives.
· U/W light and chemical light (Cyalume) for night dives.
· Save-A-Dive kit (extra fin strap, mask strap, o-rings,
silicon, tools, etc.)
Personal
Items:
Here are just a few items to keep in mind when packing for
a trip:
·
Dress in layers for both warm and cool weather. A lightweight
raincoat or windbreaker is suggested for sea spray and skiff
landings. Bring swimsuits and towels if you are inclined to
swim. Wear low heeled rubber soled shoes for on board the
boat, and lightweight hiking boots for on the Island. A change
of clothes is a good idea in case of getting wet during Island
landings.
· Personal toiletries, soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste,
towels and a change of clothes are recommended for overnight
trips. All of our boats are equipped with hot water showers.
· Sunscreen, sunglasses, small backpack, binoculars and a
hat.
· Take seasick medicine ½ hour prior to departure if you have
the tendency to get seasick. Seasick medicine can be purchased
at the Sea landing office prior to your trip.
· On overnight trips you will have an opportunity to enjoy
water sports after the daily Island Hike. You are welcome
to bring a kayak, wetsuit, skin or scuba gear along. In order
to scuba dive you must show proof of certification.
· Camera and extra film and batteries. Also bring plastic
bags for these items, as they are prone to get wet.
· Sleeping bag for extra comfort
(bunks are vinyl covered pads with blanket and pillows provided).
· Food and drinks are available on board for sale on 1-day
trips. Food and drinks are included on all multi day trips.
Snack packs (energy bar, trail mix, piece of fruit and bottle
of water) are available for your hike. Hot and cold breakfasts
and lunches are always available on board.
Kayak
rentals:
Kayaks are available on both single and multiple day excursions.
Please see Sea
Landing Dive Center for more detailed information and
current price list of rentals.
About
Our Crew
Please note the cost of the trip does not include
any gratuity for the extra service and help you receive from
the crew. Tipping is not required but sincerely appreciated
when earned, and the crews are always doing that little extra
that really stands out from other boats. With this in mind,
a $10.00 (Ten Dollars) per day gratuity is customary.
In
compliance with US
Coast Guard regulations
ZERO TOLERANCE of drugs is strictly enforced!
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