MCAT Study Group

**Join Scuba Connection’s annual dive adventure to Buddy Dive Resort in Bonaire—an unforgettable Caribbean experience perfect for families, solo travelers, and divers of all levels!** Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, you'll enjoy daily guided dives led by expert instructors, exploring Bonaire’s crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and thriving marine life. This trip combines excitement, safety, and eco-conscious diving practices to create the ideal underwater adventure. Families will appreciate the supportive, kid-friendly atmosphere, while solo travelers can easily connect with fellow ocean lovers in a welcoming, tight-knit group. With plenty of time to relax, explore the island, and build lasting memories, this trip offers the perfect balance of adventure and downtime. From world-class diving to warm Caribbean hospitality, Scuba Connection and Buddy Dive Resort deliver a week of exploration, connection, and ocean discovery. **Book your spot today for a safe, exciting, and eco-friendly diving getaway you’ll never forget!** **March 7 – March 14, 2026** #### **What's Included** * **7 nights** in select accommodations (Double Occupancy – 2 Double Beds, private bath) * **6 full days of unlimited shore diving** across Bonaire’s world-renowned reefs * **6 boat dives (up to 12 with optional Xtra Package)** to top dive sites around the island * **Free Nitrox upgrade** for certified divers * **Instructor escorts** to ensure safety, guidance, and fun * **Daily American-style breakfast** * **Welcome party** on arrival day to kick off the week * **Free Wi-Fi** at the resort * **Round-trip airport transfers** from Flamingo International Airport (BON) * **Group transportation** to select shore dive locations and pre-arranged group dinners in town * **Guided night dives** offered when conditions permit *** #### **What’s Not Included** * Airfare to Bonaire (BON – Flamingo International Airport) * Dive equipment rental (*Up to $230/week, paid on site*) * Meals beyond included breakfast * **Visitor Tax:** $75.00 * **Marine Park Fee:** $40.00 * Additional dive courses or Open Water dives *** #### **Optional Add-On Courses for Advanced Divers** * **Open Water Certification Dives:** $200 * **Advanced Diver + Nitrox Certification Combo:** $400 (includes eLearning) * **Nitrox Diver Certification Only:** $100 (includes eLearning) * **Deep Diver Certification:** $250 * **Full Face Mask Diver Course:** $300 * **East Coast Dive Excursions:** Available at shop, paid onsite (rates TBD at travel time) *** #### **Payment Schedule** * **$300 non-refundable deposit** due at registration to reserve your spot * **25% of trip cost** due by **November 1, 2025** * **75% of trip cost** due by **January 2, 2026** * **Full payment (100%)** due by **February 1, 2026** *** ✈️ **Travel Info** Fly into **Flamingo International Airport (BON)** in Bonaire. Check with major airlines for available routes and connection options from your location. *** This trip is perfect for solo travelers, couples, and families looking for an unforgettable week of diving, relaxation, and underwater adventure in one of the Caribbean’s most eco-friendly and diver-focused destinations. [YOU MUST BOOK YOUR TRIP ONLINE BY CLICKING HERE](https://scubaconnection.org/trips/bonaire)

**Join Scuba Connection’s annual dive adventure to Buddy Dive Resort in Bonaire—an unforgettable Caribbean experience perfect for families, solo travelers, and divers of all levels!** Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, you'll enjoy daily guided dives led by expert instructors, exploring Bonaire’s crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and thriving marine life. This trip combines excitement, safety, and eco-conscious diving practices to create the ideal underwater adventure. Families will appreciate the supportive, kid-friendly atmosphere, while solo travelers can easily connect with fellow ocean lovers in a welcoming, tight-knit group. With plenty of time to relax, explore the island, and build lasting memories, this trip offers the perfect balance of adventure and downtime. From world-class diving to warm Caribbean hospitality, Scuba Connection and Buddy Dive Resort deliver a week of exploration, connection, and ocean discovery. **Book your spot today for a safe, exciting, and eco-friendly diving getaway you’ll never forget!** **March 7 – March 14, 2026** #### **What's Included** * **7 nights** in select accommodations (Double Occupancy – 2 Double Beds, private bath) * **6 full days of unlimited shore diving** across Bonaire’s world-renowned reefs * **6 boat dives (up to 12 with optional Xtra Package)** to top dive sites around the island * **Free Nitrox upgrade** for certified divers * **Instructor escorts** to ensure safety, guidance, and fun * **Daily American-style breakfast** * **Welcome party** on arrival day to kick off the week * **Free Wi-Fi** at the resort * **Round-trip airport transfers** from Flamingo International Airport (BON) * **Group transportation** to select shore dive locations and pre-arranged group dinners in town * **Guided night dives** offered when conditions permit *** #### **What’s Not Included** * Airfare to Bonaire (BON – Flamingo International Airport) * Dive equipment rental (*Up to $230/week, paid on site*) * Meals beyond included breakfast * **Visitor Tax:** $75.00 * **Marine Park Fee:** $40.00 * Additional dive courses or Open Water dives *** #### **Optional Add-On Courses for Advanced Divers** * **Open Water Certification Dives:** $200 * **Advanced Diver + Nitrox Certification Combo:** $400 (includes eLearning) * **Nitrox Diver Certification Only:** $100 (includes eLearning) * **Deep Diver Certification:** $250 * **Full Face Mask Diver Course:** $300 * **East Coast Dive Excursions:** Available at shop, paid onsite (rates TBD at travel time) *** #### **Payment Schedule** * **$300 non-refundable deposit** due at registration to reserve your spot * **25% of trip cost** due by **November 1, 2025** * **75% of trip cost** due by **January 2, 2026** * **Full payment (100%)** due by **February 1, 2026** *** ✈️ **Travel Info** Fly into **Flamingo International Airport (BON)** in Bonaire. Check with major airlines for available routes and connection options from your location. *** This trip is perfect for solo travelers, couples, and families looking for an unforgettable week of diving, relaxation, and underwater adventure in one of the Caribbean’s most eco-friendly and diver-focused destinations. [YOU MUST BOOK YOUR TRIP ONLINE BY CLICKING HERE](https://scubaconnection.org/trips/bonaire)

**The idea for this group is to build a community where men can gather together and build connections & learn and grow from each other.** How we start each meeting is by each of us checking in with our "roses and thorns" aka what are the good things and the bad things going on in your life recently? Then we will go into a topic discussion. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **COMMUNITY AGREEMENTS** \*\*THERE WILL BE A ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY FOR NO-SHOWS. IF YOU RSVP TO A MEETING AND FAIL TO SHOW UP WITHOUT NOTICE, YOU'LL BE REMOVED FROM THE GROUP. THIS IS TO PRESERVE THE INTEGRITY OF THE GROUP\*\* 1. Confidentiality - EVERYTHING that is shared NEVER leaves this space so that this space remains safe and sacred. There is a zero tolerance policy for this. If a man is in violation of this, they will be permanently removed from the group. 2. Non-Judgement - we respect and honor every man’s truth so that we may receive the same from others. While we may not agree on everything, we commit to respecting every man’s perspectives and engaging in honorable discussion with one another. 3. Be committed - honor your commitment to this group and to yourself. If you attend a meeting, please commit yourself fully to the meeting. Also be committed to your own journey. When we fail, we own it & clean it up. 4. Speak from the heart - this is NOT a space to “look good”, have the “right” answers, and have it all together. Relax and know you are not alone. Be exactly who you are within the safety of this space. 5. Be supportive - This means always willing to provide encouragement to your fellow men, encourage action and momentum in each other’s lives.. Be willing to challenge each other. Be willing to hold each other accountable. 6. Participation - what you receive from this community will be a reflection of what you put into it. Period. We ask that you share your perspectives, reflect on others, and give/receive support when and where it’s needed.

Meet in front of the Nature Center

If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you. We are a local chapter of Bogleheads**®**, whose investment strategy can be found here: https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here: https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php I look forward to seeing you there. Mark Vonder Haar

Join us as we get together to see Ryan Gosling and Sandra Huller in the highly anticipated sci-fi adventure, PROJECT HAIL MARY! The film is based on the best-selling novel of The Martian and follows a man who awakens on a spacecraft before realizing his mission to save Earth. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: A science teacher wakes up on a spaceship, light years from home with no recollection of who he is or how he got there. As his memory returns, he begins to uncover his mission to save the Earth. The film is directed by the filmmaking due Phil Lord and Christopher Miller (21 and 22 Jump Street, Into and Across the Spider-Verse) and is based on the 2021 novel by Andy Weir (The Martian). The film stars Ryan Gosling, Sandra Huller (Anatomy of a Fall, The Zone of Interest), Lionel Boyce, Milana Vayntrub and Ken Leung. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VYsnngkS_U MOVIE PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 2:30pm SuperScreen DLX showing and meet in the lobby area between 2:05 and 2:15pm! Tickets already on sale and will likely move fast for this hot ticket / opening weekend showing so advance ticket purchase as soon as possible is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. As a head’s up, this is a longer movie at 2hrs 36mins. DINNER PLAN: Dinner immediately following the movie at 5:30pm at group favorite, FUGU SUSHI, located just next door! Separate RSVP required for the Dinner / Movie portions of this event. An RSVP here means you're signed up for the MOVIE! This portion will be open as long as seats remain. If you also plan to join for dinner, please also RSVP in the separate event listing for the dinner portion of this event. Should be a good one, Dan

**Back By Popular Request!** Spend an evening exploring the ins and outs of flash photography and off-camera lighting techniques. We will be in the studio for this meeting and will learn how to use supplemental lighting to improve our images! **Meeting Schedule:** 1. 4:00 - Introduction, Meet New Members 2. 4:10 - Old Business 3. 4:20 - New Business 4. 4:30 - Pre-Shoot Briefing/Education 5. 6:00 - Break 6. 6:05 - Continue Presentation 7. 7:00 - Adjourn