Spring Lake Dive Authorization Course
Date and time is TBD for April & May course
|The Meadows Center
The Spring Lake Management Plan requires that anyone diving in Spring Lake must first take the Spring Lake Dive Authorization course (DAC). This requirement is in place to ensure that all divers are proficient, familiar with our policy, and have a basic understanding of this unique environment.
Time & Location
Date and time is TBD for April & May course
The Meadows Center, 211 San Marcos Springs Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
Guests
About the event
Scuba diving in Spring Lake, for any reason, is complicated by the delicate nature of the environment. Declared a "Critical Habitat" in 1980, Spring Lake is home to seven federally listed species and is governed by the rules and regulations of the Endangered Species Act of 1973. In addition, Spring Lake is registered as an Archaeological site governed by the rules of the state of Texas Antiquities Law. Consequently, there is no recreational diving in Spring Lake.
Course Description
The course takes place over two days.
The Spring Lake Dive Authorization Course is divided into four academic modules and assessment quizzes that are to be completed by each student prior to the beginning of class. The academic portion of the class is conducted via Zoom on the Wednesday prior to the diving portion. The class is approximately 2 hours long and begins at 6:30 p.m. Academics – Day One (At Home)