Learn to Scuba Dive with Michigan state parks’ Fresh Air Fit program

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Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 2, 2013

Contact: Elissa Dennert, 989-313-0000 or Sarah Lapshan, 517-335-3014


Learn to Scuba Dive with Michigan state parks’ Fresh Air Fit program

This summer you can learn to scuba dive at your choice of four state parks through the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ new Fresh Air Fit program. Participants will learn the basics of scuba diving from certified instructors from Divers Central/PADI. Class dates and locations are as follows:

  • North Higgins Lake State Park (Roscommon County), 989-821-6125
    July 9 and 10: 1-2:30 p.m.; 2:30-4 p.m.; 4-5:30 p.m.; or 5:30-7 p.m.
     
  • K.J. Charters Traverse City State Park     (Grand Traverse County), 231-922-5270
    July 23 and 24: 1-2:30 p.m.; 2:30-4 p.m.; 4-5:30 p.m.; or 5:30-7 p.m.
     
  •  Leelanau State Park (Leelanau County), 231-386-5422
    Aug. 6 and 7: 1-2:30 p.m.; 2:30-4 p.m.; 4-5:30 p.m.; or 5:30-7 p.m.
     
  •  Petoskey State Park (Emmet County), 231-347-2311
    Aug. 19 and 20: 1-2:30 p.m.; 2:30-4 p.m.; 4-5:30 p.m.; or 5:30-7 p.m.

Each location will host four classes per day (limit of four students per class), which consist of a 30-minute presentation and one hour of confined-water diving experience supervised by the instructor. Cost is $35 if pre-registered or $50 for drop-ins.

Advance registration is recommended. To register, please contact the specific state park where you would like to attend the class. Students must be at least 12 years of age with parent or guardian approval to participate. Classes will be cancelled if less than four participants are registered within seven days of class. More information about Divers Central can be found online at www.diverscentral.com.

 

For more information and to see a full listing of free classes offered through the DNR’s Fresh Air Fit program, please visit www.michigan.gov/freshfit. A Recreation Passport is required for all vehicles entering Michigan state parks.

 

The Recreation Passport is an easy, affordable way for residents to enjoy and support outdoor recreation opportunities in Michigan. By checking “YES” for the $11 Recreation Passport ($5 for motorcycles) when renewing a license plate through the Secretary of State (by mail, kiosk, online at www.expresssos.com or at branch offices), Michigan motorists get access to state parks, recreation areas, state forest campgrounds, non-motorized state trailhead parking and state boat launches. In addition, Recreation Passport holders can experience real savings at businesses and retailers that participate in the Passport Perks discount program. The Recreation Passport is valid until the next license plate renewal date. Nonresidents can purchase the Recreation Passport ($30.50 annual; $8.40 daily) at any state park or recreation area or through the Michigan e-Store at www.michigan.gov/estore.

Learn more about this creative way of sustaining Michigan's outdoor recreation and natural resources at www.michigan.gov/recreationpassport. For information on Passport Perks shopping discounts or how businesses and retailers can enroll in the program, visit www.michigan.gov/passportperks.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state’s natural and cultural resources for current and future generations. For more information, go to www.michigan.gov/dnr.