This program is aimed at qualified scientific divers and divers with an interest in the identification of species of algae and macrophytes in the Baltic. The class consists of theory sessions, sampling dives and identification laboratory sessions after to go through collected samples. The targeted species groups are common vascular plants and green/brown/red algae species found from 0-20 m depths on the southern coast of Finland.
Open Water Diver
10 Dives (post training)
Dive Medical
Diving Insurance
Non diver option available to participate in surface components of collecting and identification workshops
August 22nd - 24th 2025
Course starts in the morning of 22nd, arriving to the station on the evening of 21st is recommended.
Anna Vesanen, Research Technician and Dive Safety Officer, University of Helsinki
Price
€600
This includes single cylinder & weights if required, air fills, boat fees, diving costs, training and theory materials.
Accommodation Package
Accommodation and meals can be booked at Tvärminne Zoological Station for the course
See website for details:
https://www.helsinki.fi/en/research-stations/tvarminne-zoological-station
Diving Equipment:
(All equipment must be serviced according to manufacturer guidelines)
Drysuit and Undergarments
Mask
Fins
BCD
Regulator (including backup air supply source)
Computer
Compass
SMB and spool
Wetnotes
2-3 x Double end clips for sampling tools
Registration on the link will book a place on the program or waiting list in order of sign up. Final confirmation of a space on the course will be through a follow up deposit for conformation later in 2025.