Newsletter

We had a record breaking number of classes and certifications in the third quarter of the year. Over 200 classes and 84 veterans and their buddies were served, nearly doubling the number in any previous quarter!

The Fourth Annual Linea de Fuego Charity Match raises funds to support the programs of the WAVES Project for wounded veterans. It was a perfect Southern California day to be outdoors. Thanks to all who participated!

It was a great day for diving as we combined our Open Water Class with some fun dives. Divers and families came out to La Jolla Shores early on a Sunday morning. It was a great relief from the heat in Temecula – the cloud cover stayed until about noon when the sweatshirts came off…

We use an online service called Track It Forward to keep volunteers informed of events. You can log your volunteer hours through this service and help WAVES Project show that we have strong community support. This fall there will be lots of events where we need volunteers to help raise funds for our programs. The…

How to use the new VA Urgent Care program. WAVES Project Chaplain, Sid lists answers to the most common questions and some providers in our area.

WAVES Project divers conducting work at Fort Jefferson in the Dry Tortugas National Park.

Helping veterans with Post-Traumatic Stress through SCUBA Diving. A great article from npr.org and two videos about our programs for wounded veterans.

We have new Open Water Divers! Open water training was conducted at La Jolla Shores where the divers not only got their SCUBA Certifications but had a lot of fun! The Sand Dollar beds at La Jolla are always a favorite sight! In addition to training new divers in Southern California, we did a lot…

A group of 21 WAVES divers made the trip to Roatan, Honduras in June 2019. Some of the group got some great photos and are sharing them here. During the trip, a lot of training was conducted too – we certified divers in Deep Diving, Wreck Diving, Coral Identification, Enriched Air, Underwater Photography, Night Diving…

Here’s a fun gallery of photos from Dave Fitzgerald. Beautiful sea life!

Congratulations to the new divers and those who are perfecting their skills! WAVES Alum Patrick also shares his ongoing search for great shore dives, and Trina’s report on Leopard sharks!

The new VA Mission Act offers enhanced services for veterans. We’ve listed some of the basics and a link for more information.

We celebrate the birth date of SCUBA pioneer, Jacques Cousteau. For many of us, he introduced us to the underwater world and started our fascination with and love of the sea.

We have had some very ambitious people complete their professional diving levels! In April we graduated two open water instructors, one assistant instructor, and four dive masters. In addition, seven students completed their “React Right” certifications that includes CPR/AED, First Aid, and O2 provider. Congratulations to All! Jeff started his diving career with the WAVES…