Jim wanted to Scuba dive from the first time he watched Jacques Cousteau as a child with his dad. His first paycheck as a teenager went to Scuba certification from Diving Locker on the Road in Prince Rupert. He foolishly took a decades long surface interval after university, but started diving again in 2014 and has never looked back (except when he thought there might be an interesting underwater creature behind him)
Professional Qualifications:
- PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer
- EFR Instructor
- Instructor Specialty Ratings: Drysuit, O2 Provider, Nitrox, Night, Deep
Courses You Will Find Him Teaching
PADI Rescue Course
Favorite Local Dive Site
Madrona, Nanoose Bay
Favorite Local Critter:
Giant Pacific Octopus
Favorite Tropical Location:
Tubbataha National Park Philippines
Favorite Gear
Atomic B2 Regulator
COMFORT. PERFORMANCE. STYLE. AND VALUE.
Our most popular regulator, the Atomic B2 Regulator system combines the signature second stage design and materials of the T3 with a Chrome-plated Brass first stage. The result is an incredibly high-performance regulator system that is approachable for every diver and every budget.
Suunto Eon Core Dive Computer
Outstanding readability with great versatility. The compact Suunto EON Core Dive Computer is a great dive companion whether you are just beginning diving or an active diver exploring new depths. The key details of your dive are easy to read from the clear color display with large, prominent digits. This fully featured and versatile dive computer is your reliable partner no matter if you’re exploring shipwrecks or admiring the colorful marine life.
Scubapro Hydros BCD Mens
The HYDROS PRO is a true breakthrough in dive comfort and convenience. The moldable Monprene®, adjustable fit and multi-attachment points combine to make this the most customizable and comfortable BCD ever.
The HYDROS PRO includes both Trav-Tek straps and an integrated weight system. So with a quick switch of clips, you can transform it from a harness travel BCD to a fully integrated weight BCD. Now you only need one BCD for both local diving and travel!
Scubapro Go Travel Open Heel Fins
GO Traveling, GO Diving, GO Snorkeling – with the GO fin.
This brand new travel fin combines the fitment benefits of an open heel fin, with the comfort and barefoot freedom of a full foot fin. The Scubapro Go Travel fin is lightweight yet virtually indestructible, plus it’s a fast and nimble performer in the water. The replaceable self-adjusting bungee heel strap allows for a versatile fit. The strap also makes it easy to don and doff the fin, and it fits comfortably against a bare heel, although the GO will also accommodate neo socks for divers who prefer a little extra foot protection.
It’s also designed to fit easily in IATA carry-on compliant luggage, making it the ideal fin for divers, snorkelers and swimmers who enjoy traveling the world.




