October 2006 Edition

October Article
The Benefits of Massage (PDF)

October Massage Special
With a 60-minute or longer massage service in October receive a complimentary paraffin hand treatment.

Paraffin delivers fast, temporary relief from chronic arthritis, joint stiffness, inflammation and dry skin.

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Stress & Rescue

November 8th from 6-10pm

Looking for a class that will really advance your personal skills and confidence?

Sign-up Today!!!
Stress & Rescue
November 8th 6-10pm

Special Offer
Sign-up for the Stress & Rescue course and get a 20% discount on the React Right (First Aid and CPR) class November 29 & 30th from 6-10pm.

Diver Stress & Rescue is the next course recommended after Open Water Diver, because it helps you gain confidence and makes you a better buddy. You will learn skills and techniques to help you and other divers prevent and overcome common stressors associated with diving. You will also learn self aid and buddy aid skills for potentially stressful and/or rescue situations.

Scuba Themed Pinball Table!

One of our MASC scuba club members has a scuba themed pinball table for sale. He is asking $1,500. Please contact Dennis O'Leary dennis@pivitica.com if you are interested.

Congratulations to the following divers who have recently completed a certification.

Open Water
Vicki Smith, Tommy Dunn, Brian Anderson, Christy Taylor, Maurice Taylor, David Grace

Advanced Open Water
Mike Geni and Tim Smith

Search and Recover Specialty
Mike Boyer and Kelly Boyer

Please congratulate Justin Drury. Justin has been with us for a year and a half and has just been promoted to Pro Shop and Service Manager. This has been a year of accomplishments for Justin, in addition to his recent promotion Justin completed his instructor certification this summer and began actively training soon after.

Same As Cash Financing
Did you know that Midwest Aquatics offers 12 month same as Cash Financing for equipment purchases over $800.00 dollars???

BCD SALE!!!
25% OFF All Isla and FLEX weight integrated BCD's
(while supplies last, instock only)

Adult Swimming Classes
Did you know that Midwest Aquatics offers adult swimming lessons? We have classes covering the fundamentals of swimming for those wanting to learn the basics. For those with a basic understanding and comfort in the water we also have a class that is designed to help you advance your swimming skills. Classes are continuous so sign-up anytime!!!

Midwest Aquatics Scuba Club
Call the store or email MASC@midwestaquatics.com to become a member or if you have any questions!

NEXT EVENT/MEETING
October 14th at 7pm - Midwest Aquatics 2007 Trip Coverage at MWA

ON DECK
November - ??? - Oceanic Rep Demos Heads Up Display (HUD) Mask (Date & Time TBD)

REMAINDER OF 2006
December 2nd at 7pm - MASC Holiday Party
You won't want to miss this party!

The 2007 Travel schedule is know complete. Fliers are available at the store and details are on the website so don’t miss out! Many of the trips already have space sold.

Here is our calendar at a glance:
Soccoro Islands January 23-31
Manatee Trip February 7-11
Belize (Spring Break) March 17-24
Turks & Caicos Liveaboard March 24-30
Galapagos Islands May 23-June 1
Saba June 30-July7
Bahamas Sailing & Diving July 13-18
Cozumel & Holbox August Date TBA
Papua New Guinea October 10-22 or 25

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Table Rock Lake Houseboat Trips

Fall is a great time to join us for a trip to Table Rock Lake. We only have 2 trips left this year:

October 20-22, 2006
November 3-5, 2006

Travel Notice

As of 12/31/05: Passport will be required for return from Caribbean, Central & South America
As of 12/31/2006: Passport required to return from Mexico and Canada
As of 12/31/2007 Passport required from all destinations

Please be aware that if you are planning on getting a passport for the first time or renewing a passport that the processing time is longer than normal so start early.