After-Work Dive at JMR Quarry

Take a break from the weekly routine and enjoy an evening dive at the JMR Blanch Quarry with the Triangle Scuba Group!

This quarry is about a 40 minutes north of Hillsborough, near the VA state line. It is owned and operated by the PDRA (ncpdra.org) specifically by divers, for divers.

Like other dive quarries in the area, there are sunken vehicles and artifacts to explore, with underwater guidelines connecting them in easy-to-follow circuits. Visibility is often good, even at depth, which is something not all dive quarries around the Triangle can claim.

-We will meet at the front gate at 5:00 PM. Hopefully we can be in the water by 6:00 to take advantage of the daylight.

-Please note that this is not a guided or supervised dive, but rather a group of certified divers diving together, with each individual completely responsible for themselves, including evaluating their own qualifications and readiness to dive, planning and executing their dives in a safe way, and providing their own equipment.

-I can bring along up to 3 divers in my car, if anyone wants to carpool. We can work out a meeting time and place based on what part(s) of the Triangle we are all coming from. Just let me know.

-This quarry has an aeration system which does a great job of preventing thermoclines and visibility degradation at depth. Nevertheless, it is still a quarry, so most divers will still want to wear full wetsuits.

-All divers will be expected to follow all the quarry rules as posted on the PDRA website, including the prohibition against solo diving, so we will need to buddy-up accordingly.

-Divers who are not PDRA members will be "guests" of the event organizer (Paul), and will be required to bring two copies of a signed PDRA waiver with them in order to enter the quarry property. Waiver forms are available for printing on the PDRA website, or you may request a copy from me in advance. Please reach out to me to get my full name and my key number, which as you will see is requested by the form.

-In the interest of time, please bring the waivers already completed and signed. This will give us more daylight, and a better dive!

-If you are not familiar with the PDRA JMR quarry, this meetup is a great opportunity to see for yourself this remarkable treasure. Please be aware that the PDRA limits non-members to no more than two visits per year at their dive quarries. However, if you are like many of us you will be tempted to join when you see the place and realize all that it has to offer local divers!

About the Piedmont Diving and Rescue Association
The PDRA owns three quarries, with each facility providing changing areas, picnic shelters with tables, sanitation facilities, easy entry areas, ample parking, and other amenities, including:

• 24/7, 365 days a year access
• Gear-up areas
• Changing facilities
• Sanitation facilities
• Student areas
• Camping areas
• Special Events – Treasure Hunt, Underwater Pumpkin Carving Contest, Swap Meet
• Parking

The PDRA always welcomes new members! Please visit their website for more information.
Take a break from the routine and dive into a world of excitement and camaraderie with the Triangle Scuba Group. Our gatherings are all about creating memorable experiences, forging new friendships, and uncovering the thrill of underwater exploration. Don't miss out on this chance to be part of a vibrant community that values both adventure and fun times.