Search & Recovery Course @ Key West

Search & Recovery Specialty Course

In this specialty course, you will acquire essential skills and knowledge to locate and recover lost items underwater. You'll learn effective search patterns using a compass and natural navigation techniques, how to plan and organize search operations, and the proper use of lifting devices like lift bags for safely recovering heavy objects. This course enhances your underwater problem-solving abilities, sharpens your observation skills, and increases your confidence in handling challenging dive situations.

Requirements

• Adventure Diver rating or above
• 15 years of age

Activity Level

• Moderate

Schedule

• Duration: approx. 4 hours
• Departure Times: TBD by Instructor
• Check-in time: Please check in 30 minutes before the departure time.
• Check-in location: Capt. Hook's Dive Key West located @ 3128 N. Roosevelt Ave., Key West
• Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including address, Google map, and parking information - will be included in your final confirmation email.

Includes

• Air, Tanks, Weights, and Weight Belt are included with your dive trip price.
• Freshwater showers at the dock.

Excludes

• Gratuities (optional)

What To Bring

• Confirmation Email
• Bathing suit
• Towel
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses

Notes

• When you arrive in the Florida Keys, it is always a good idea to stop by the dive shop to confirm your start time for the course.
• As with any activity dependent on Mother Nature, this training may be canceled due to wind, weather, visibility, or sea conditions, in which case we will do everything possible to reschedule and complete your training.
• Guests cannot participate if under the influence of drugs or alcohol or if they have any existing medical conditions that put them or others at risk.

Advance Purchase Recommended

• Upon booking, you will receive your receipt in an email confirmation. We recommend booking in advance to ensure your space on the boat.

Booking Confirmation Information

• Bring your email confirmation with you on the day of your activity if you have booked in advance.