Search and Recovery Diver *taken from the PADI website Why PADI Search and Recovery Diver? Have you ever dropped something in the water? Are you looking for lost treasure? The PADI Search and Recovery Diver Specialty course will teach you effective ways to find objects underwater and bring them to the surface. What do I need to start? PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)OR PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver AND PADI Underwater Navigation certifications (or qualifying certification from another organization) Minimum age: 12 years old What will I do? You'll learn search and recovery dive planning, organization, procedures, techniques and potential problems. You'll also cover limited visibility, search patterns and safe object recovery using lift devices How long will it take? Recommended Course Hours: 24 Minimum Open Water Training: four dives over two days Where can I go from here? Contact Sea Lions to get going at 630.289.1680! 158 East Lake Street Hanover Park, IL 60133 630.289.1680