
Mission Information
Captain Chris will provide ice, water, snacks, and sports drinks.
Experienced divemasters will assist you on every dive.
Please note: Scuba Gear, tanks, and weights are not included in your charter. Please use a local dive shop for these. Reef Soldier can provide advice for rentals in the Pensacola, Florida, area.
Certifications
Please be prepared to provide proper certification for dives.
A technical diving certification is mandatory for dives past recreational limits.
For Nitrox, please bring both a C-card and Nitrox card.
Proper Gear
Proper scuba gear is required. For instance, single-tank recreational gear is not appropriate for technical dives. Contact Reef Soldier with any questions before your session.
Captain Chris highly recommends personal dive computers. No sharing is allowed, due to safety reasons. Without a dive computer, you will need dive tables and bottom timer. Again, please be sure to contact Captain Chris with any equipment questions and concerns prior to your charter.
Reminders
Don’t forget essentials, such as these items:
- bathing suits and towels
- sunscreen
- medication and other health-related items
- seasickness/motion sickness pills (these can be more effective if taken the night before your charter)
- save-a-dive kits
Recommended
Due to the sunny nature of the Pensacola, Florida, area, Reef Soldiers highly recommends these items:
- long-sleeve rash guards
- wide-brimmed hats

On the Day of Your Charter
Timeliness is Key
Please show up on time, as we will be ready to leave the dock promptly after your charter time.
As a timesaver, go ahead and print and complete the waiver before arriving.
Gear
Assemble and test any scuba gear on the dock. Let Captain Chris or crew know when this is complete, and they will load the boat. We can accommodate a reasonable amount of gear, bags, boxes, etc.
If you have any special requirements or requests, please contact the captain ahead of your charter.
Show Your Appreciation for Divemasters
Please keep in mind: Divemasters are on the trip to provide safety and help ensure a great time for all. Show your appreciation! Standard gratuity for divemasters is 20%.

Invasive Species Control
Ready to hunt lionfish?
Did you know that Pensacola, Florida, is often referred to as the “Lionfish Capital of the World”?
Reef Soldiers is certainly aware of this reputation. We can take you on a memorable lionfish-hunting trip. The best part is, no lionfish-hunting experience is required. Also, no fishing license or certifications are necessary.
Whether you want an individual or group experience, Captain Chris can take you on a safe eco-tourism trip of a lifetime to hunt and remove lionfish. We provide the training and hunting gear — you bring the enthusiasm.
