General Information

 

 
 

Directions To Peace Dive Boat

Cancellation Policy

Schedule Changes

Release of Liability

Nitrox / Air Fills

Equipment

Fish & Game

Personal items

Bunk Room

Bunk Assignments

Food & Beverages

Storing Equipment

Left Aboards

Freediving

Cameras & Video

Taking game

Boutique

Office Hours

Parking

Cancellation Policy   Schedule Changes due to Weather  
  The cancellation policy for any single day Open Boat trip is 72 HOURS or 3 DAYS, multi-day Open Boat trips are 14 DAYS,  and multi-day Free-Diving Open Boat trips are 30 DAYS, prior to trip departure.  Inside the cancellation period, you will be responsible for the full cost of each of your cancelled spots.  No rain checks!  If we can fill your spot (or you have someone to take your place), you will not be charged.  This cancellation policy pertains to our Open Boat trips only!  The cancellation policy for each Charter Group may be different, so please check with the Charter Group.  All scheduled trips will run, regardless of rain or shine (you’re going to get wet anyway!).  PEACE will only cancel a trip if conditions become “unsafe” for passengers.  

All destinations and departure times are subject to change depending decisions made by the Captain(s) on weather and sea conditions .  Unfortunately, we are not able to predict what the weather will be like for an upcoming trip.  The crossing to the islands may be rough, but there are many places the boat can “hide” from the weather so that your diving is still enjoyable. The Captain(s) will not place the passengers or the boat in danger.  The local marine forecast is checked prior to the departure of all trips,  unfortunately, as with any weather forecast, conditions can change in a matter of minutes.  The Captain(s) will make the final determination as to the destination and departure times, for the safety of all aboard.

 
Dive Trip-Assumption of Risk and Release of Liability   Air / Nitrox Fills  
 

All divers must sign the Liability Release form before being allowed to enter the water. The form can be downloaded here as an  Acrobat PDF file. Liability Release Form

 

All of our trips (unless otherwise specified) include air fills.  The PEACE is able to fill all tanks, including high-pressure tanks, up to 3500 PSI. The PEACE is equipped with a DNAx Membrane System, which currently produces Nitrox blends at 32%. Because we are not using high pressure oxygen, O2 clean tanks are NOT required. Nitrox fills are extra.

 
Taking Game   Fish and Game  
  All divers/passengers who take game are responsible for adhering to California Department of Fish and Game Laws.  Each diver/passenger is responsible for all game he/she takes, including the legal size, possession limits and applicable season.  DO NOT SHOOT OR TAKE GAME AND THEN ASK WHAT IT IS! If you are not sure, please ask BEFORE taking game, our knowledgeable crew will be happy to assist you, as several species of California’s marine life are protected!  The PEACE is well known for its hunters, therefore the Department of Fish and Game frequently boards the boat during and/or after a trip.  The PEACE will not be responsible if you are caught and fined for taking illegal game.  Live game can be stored in the game tank located on the back deck.  You may leave your game in your bag or place in directly into the game tank.  Please be sure your game bag is marked with your name and/or initials for easy identification, as most game bags look alike!  If you bring an ice chest on board to store your game in, please be sure to bring your own ice as well.  The ice machine aboard the boat can only produce enough ice for use with our soda machine.  Your cooperation is appreciated.  

All divers/passengers taking game must possess a current CALIFORNIA SALTWATER FISHING LICENSE, as well as an OCEAN ENHANCEMENT STAMP Department of Fish & Game License information:

 http://www.dfg.ca.gov/licensing/fishing/sportfishingfees.html

The PEACE SCUBA CENTER now sells fishing licenses and Ocean Enhancement Stamps. If you plan to take game, please be sure you have both of these items prior to getting on the boat.

Licenses MUST be purchased in the shop by cash or check. In special circumstances arrangements can be made for after hours purchases. Contact the shop during normal business hours for details.

 
Equipment   Freediving  
 

Please be sure to bring all the necessary dive gear for your trip including tanks, weights and your 'C' Card, a Dive Computer is highly recommended.  The PEACE can provide RENTAL equipment, so if you need to rent equipment check on the rentals page for all of your gear needs.  We will also have the equipment waiting on the boat for your trip.  Please make arrangements for any rental equipment well in advance of your trip.

 

The PEACE runs specialty trips for free-diving only.  However, free-divers are welcome on any of our trips.  All free-divers must carry a float line and a clearly visible float or flag.  The float and/or flag will assist the Captain and crew in locating the free-diver, and  to keep the free-diver visible for all boat traffic.  Please contact us for more information on our upcoming free-diving trips.

 
Personal Items   Bunk Room  
 

Each diver or passenger should provide his/her own personal items/toiletries for their trip, (i.e., towels, bathing suits, comb, toothbrushes, toothpaste, sunscreen, etc.)  Each head contains a shower with a Hair and Body Shampoo dispenser for your convenience.  Paper towel and toilet paper dispensers are also provided in each head for your convenience.  If you tend to get queasy, don’t forget your seasick medication!  The PEACE normally carries a supply of aspirin/ibuprofen, and has a fully stocked first-aid kit in case of emergencies.

  The PEACE provides both single and double bunks, sleeping up to 32 people.  Single bunks are provided with one pillow and one blanket.  Double bunks are provided with two pillows and two blankets.  Each bunk has its own privacy curtain and individual light.  Passengers are welcome to bring a sleeping bag or extra pillows/blankets for their comfort.  In order to keep our bunkroom dry and comfortable, no wet bathing suits, wetsuits or wet dive equipment is permitted below decks.  
Bunk Assignments   Food and Beverages  
 

All Charter Groups are strongly encouraged to complete a Bunk Assignment sheet.  The form can be downloaded here as an  Acrobat PDF file: Bunk Assignment pdf. The Bunk Assignment will be posted in the Galley above the Sign-In sheet.  Please check for a Bunk Assignment sheet before you settle into a bunk.  If there is no Bunk Assignment, we recommend that all single passengers (those traveling alone) take a single bunk and couples (or those who don’t mind bunking together) take a double bunk.

 

All of our trips (unless otherwise specified) include food and non-alcoholic beverages.  A soda machine is provided for your convenience with Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Sprite, Root beer, Pink Lemonade and water.  Milk, juice, coffee and other hot beverages are also available.  Passengers are welcome to bring along their own alcoholic beverages.  However, we request that you bring your own ice and cooler to store them in.  For those passengers with special diets (i.e., vegetarian), please be sure to inform the Charter Master or the PEACE, when booking your trip.  In most cases, we can accommodate your dietary needs.

 
Storing Your Equipment   Left Aboards  
  The PEACE provides tanks racks along the sides and middle section of the back deck.  Dive bags and/or dive storage containers can be stored underneath the benches and along the side of the boat.  If you are not sure, please ask a crew member to assist you.  Spear guns and pole spears should be stored (unloaded) in the Portside and Starboard side gun racks located on the back deck.  Please do not store them in the center live game tank.  Please do not leave any dive gear on top of the center console on the back deck.  

The PEACE is not responsible for any lost or stolen item from the boat.  All unclaimed dive equipment and/or other miscellaneous items left aboard the PEACE for more than 30 days will be discarded.  We do not have enough storage to hold all unclaimed items for more than 30 days.  Left aboard items such as clothing will be donated to local charities. 

Please be sure to check for your personal items and dive equipment before you leave the boat. 

 
Parking   Camera / Video Equipment  
 

You may park in the loading zones ONLY to load/unload your gear.  Once you have loaded/unloaded your gear, he parking is free.  Please do not park in the red zones to load/unload your gear.  We have provided dock carts for your convenience.  Please return them to the dock when you are done with them.

  Cameras and video equipment are welcome aboard.  There are two fresh water rinse tanks along the Starboard side for your convenience.  There is also a charging station located in the Galley.  The PEACE also provides a TV and VCR for your convenience, with a small selection of videos.  You are welcome to bring your own videos or watch the video you’ve just shot underwater!  
Office Hours  10:00am - 6:00pm   Boutique  
 

The PEACE is a home-based operation and thus, does not have an “Office” located on or near the boat.  When you call the telephone number for the PEACE, you will not reach the boat itself.  Therefore, we ask for your courtesy in refraining from early morning and late night telephone calls (before 9:00 a.m. and after 9:00 p.m.).  Your consideration is appreciated.

  The PEACE has T-shirts, Pullover Sweatshirts, Zipper Sweatshirts, Hats and Stickers.  We carry S, M, L, XL, and XXL in different colors and prints.  Visit the Boutique before you leave the boat  
         

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