Hunter/Collector Diver
The SDI Hunter/Collector Diver course teaches responsible techniques for underwater hunting and collecting. You’ll learn species identification, proper tools, and ethical practices to protect aquatic environments while enjoying your dives. Training is offered on trips or at local lake sites.
This specialty includes two required open water dives. Open to certified divers ages 15 and up (or 18 depending on local regulations). To register, select a class from the list below. If you see the message “Availability: Contact us for booking information,” click here to contact us about scheduling your class.
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What You’ll Learn
This specialty teaches responsible, ethical, and effective underwater hunting and collecting techniques while emphasizing environmental protection and species awareness.
- Species identification and local regulations
- Proper tools for hunting and collecting
- Ethical and sustainable harvesting practices
- Safety considerations and dive planning
- Buoyancy control while hunting or collecting
- Handling, storing, and transporting collected items
Program Overview
Training includes academic development, species identification, tool handling, and two required open water dives. Students practice responsible collection techniques, buoyancy control, and safe use of hunting tools in real environments.
Prerequisites: SDI Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent; minimum age 18, or 15 with parental consent.
Required gear: Standard scuba kit plus any approved hunting/collecting tools. Some tools may be provided depending on training location. Local regulations may restrict certain equipment.
Gear packages and rental options are available. View continuing education gear options:
Continuing Education Diver Add On Options
Course Video
What Comes Next
Hunter/Collector Diver pairs well with specialties such as Navigation, Night and Limited Visibility Diver, and Advanced Buoyancy. This specialty also counts toward the SDI Advanced Diver Development Program.
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