Matthew lives in Kingston Ontario at the gateway of the Thousand Islands. He is fortunate to have the St Lawrence River and Lake Ontario in his backyard. He can be found most of the time in these waters. Matthew began diving in 2011, and completed his open water training in Loreto MX Diving in the Sea of Cortez. Matthew has since completed his Dive Master, Cavern Course, Intro to Cave Diving and has logged over 300 dives. Matthew has also completed Advanced Nitrox, Deco Procedures, and Helitrox Training
A few of my fellow dive buddies have recently quipped, “I hate winter, can’t go diving.” For those of us…
It looks like a mainly sunny weekend in the Thousand Islands region. There is potential for a bit of rain…
This is the last weekend in August and summer is coming to a close. Two more weekends until school returns, but there lots more dive weekends coming up this fall.
This is the last weekend in August and summer is coming to a close. Two more weekends until school returns, but there lots…
This weekend we will be seeing sun and slightly cooler temperatures through the weekend. At least that’s according to the weather man. Water levels are slowly starting to go down so we may not be wading in water on the docks.
Awareness of high-speed boats on St. Lawrence key to safety. This weekend we will be seeing sun and slightly cooler…
This weekend is Ribfest in Brockville. The smell of ribs will be everywhere in town. With many vendors in town and events taking place close to Centeen Park, you can enjoy a dive and some ribs.
After a dive in the St. Lawrence, treat yourself to ribs! This weekend is Ribfest in Brockville. The smell of…
Divers urged to be careful as long weekend boosts river traffic.
Divers urged to be careful as long weekend boosts river traffic. It is the August long weekend and it seems…
This weekend is looking sunny with temperatures in the low-to-mid 20’s in the Brockville and Kingston area. It is getting busier on the river after a bit of a slower start than usual, but as we head towards August boats are filling up fast. If you are looking for some diving call the charters to see who has spaces. There are still spots for one or two last-minute divers on a lot of the boats.
More divers exploring river despite high water levels This weekend is looking sunny with temperatures in the low-to-mid 20’s in…
This weekend it is looking like we will have sun on Saturday and Sunday, but there is a chance of thunderstorms on Sunday. Water levels are still high, but there have been some small drops in the water levels. Access to the Conestoga shore dive has been re-opened as the road is no longer covered in water. The Rothsay is also accessible for shore diving.
This weekend it is looking like we will have sun on Saturday and Sunday, but there is a chance of…
A few months back I purchased a Hollis M1 mask, and since then I have admired it daily, sitting in its container amongst my dive gear. I have been itching to get in the water again, so I could give it a try.
A few months back I purchased a Hollis M1 mask, and since then I have admired it daily, sitting in its container amongst…
This weekend in Brockville is not looking the greatest for weather. Rain is forecast for Friday and Sunday, but Saturday is supposed to be cloudy with sun. Still, that is not too bad if you are under water.
This weekend in Brockville is not looking the greatest for weather. Rain is forecast for Friday and Sunday, but Saturday…
This weekend the weather is calling for rain on Friday and Saturday but sunny on Sunday. The water temperatures are…
This weekend the weather is calling for rain on Friday and Saturday but sunny on Sunday. The water temperatures are…
It is the Canada Day long weekend, so Happy 150th Canada. So far it is looking like rain for Friday…
The Scuba News Canada is pleased that Matt Lerpiniere, a contributor for the The Scuba News Canada, is returning to report weekly on Brockville’s dive, weather and social activities for the 2017 diving season.
The Scuba News Canada is pleased that Matt Lerpiniere, a contributor for the The Scuba News Canada, is returning to…
Well fantastic. Another ridiculous movie that will only perpetuate an unfounded fear of sharks, and give fuel to those that see no problem with the killing of millions of sharks on a regular basis.
Well fantastic. Another ridiculous movie that will only perpetuate an unfounded fear of sharks, and give fuel to those that…
“Ladies and gentlemen we are going to need to circle for a few minutes until we can get clearance to land.” For many, this announcement would be a frustration, a sign you would be late. For me it was a chance to get a bird’s-eye view of the waters I would be submerging in the next morning. Looking down, I saw Bell Island and Little Bell Island. In the waters that surround these islands lie four wrecks steeped in history.
“Ladies and gentlemen we are going to need to circle for a few minutes until we can get clearance to…
It’s the end of September and we are coming to the end of the diving season here in Ontario, except for hardcore divers who still go out in the cold water to take advantage of the better visibility. The operators on the St Lawrence are starting to pull boats out of the water and get them ready for winter storage. If you are still looking to dive some of the operators will be keeping a boat in until the end of October and running on the weekends.
Dive operators pulling boats from St. Lawrence as temperature falls. It’s the end of September and we are coming to…
My number one priority for new divers is to own a good, big Surface Marker Buoy (SMB), and know how to use it. Practice deploying on every dive so you are familiar and comfortable with using it. Buy one that is at least five-feet tall so you are visible to boaters. The biggest mistake people make with SMB’s is not keeping tension on the line. If there is not tension on the line the SMB will not stand up. It will just lie on the surface and cannot be seen.
My number one priority for new divers is to own a good, big Surface Marker Buoy (SMB), and know how…
Matt’s weekly “Brockville’s Dive Conditions” report is back this week. Matt took a week off for a vacation. The Scuba News Canada will be…
The Scuba News Canada will be featuring a weekly update from Matthew Lerpiniere on the diving conditions at Brockville, Ontario.…
The Scuba News Canada will be featuring a weekly update from Matthew Lerpiniere on the diving conditions at Brockville, Ontario.…
The Scuba News Canada will be featuring a weekly update from Matthew Lerpiniere on the diving conditions at Brockville, Ontario.…
The Scuba News Canada will be featuring a weekly update from Matthew Lerpiniere on the diving conditions at Brockville, Ontario. Here is…
The Scuba News Canada will be featuring a weekly update from Matthew Lerpiniere on the diving conditions at Brockville, Ontario. Here is…
The Scuba News Canada will be featuring a weekly update from Matthew Lerpiniere on the diving conditions at Brockville, Ontario. Here is…
The Scuba News Canada will be featuring a weekly update from Matthew Lerpiniere on the diving conditions at Brockville, Ontario. Here is…
Recently in Kingston Ontario was a somewhat sad sight for those of the city, and those who have enjoyed and supported the Marine Museum in the city. The retired Coast Guard Light Icebreaker Alexander Henry slowly departed her berth at the Marine Museum, where she has lived since 1985.
Recently in Kingston Ontario was a somewhat sad sight for those of the city, and those who have enjoyed and…
The Scuba News Canada will be featuring a weekly update from Matthew Lerpiniere on the diving conditions at Brockville, Ontario. Here is…
The Scuba News Canada will be featuring a weekly update from Matthew Lerpiniere on the diving conditions at Brockville, Ontario. Here is…
The Scuba News Canada will be featuring a weekly update from Matthew Lerpiniere on the diving conditions at Brockville, Ontario. Here is…
The Scuba News Canada will be featuring a weekly update from Matthew Lerpiniere on the diving conditions at Brockville, Ontario. Here is…