Spear Fishing
Tour
Spear Fishing Tour
Join us for a Spear Fishing Tour!
This Spear Fishing tour will get you comfortable with using a spear gun. How to fish responsibly, how to identify game fish, understanding and navigating Arkansas fishing regulations, and a few cooking tips! This tour is designed for both the experienced diver or novice. If you don’t already have it, you’ll also receive your Padi Spear Fishing specialty certification card.
All year round (yes even winter!)
Don't see a time that works for you or want to book for a special occasion? Contact us to book a Private Tour!
Approx. 2.5 hours at the site
Contact us for details, availability varies
Note: We no longer offer private tours. Typically available during scheduled event
Please bring:
Mask
Fins
Snorkel
Boots
Suitable clothes for the weather of the day
Contact lenses if you wear glasses
Cold weather only:
Long underwear
Thick socks
Boots will be provided
Included:
1-2 dives depending on group size, weather and time allowance.
Dive Professional
Top of the line rental dive gear including: buoyancy control device, spear gun, regulators, gauges, weights, weight belt, wetsuit / drysuit, and compass
Padi Spear Fishing specialty certification card
For your safety, all participants must:
Have a current Arkansas Game and Fish fishing license
Have your Padi Open Water certification (or equivalent)
Have read, signed, and followed directions on the online medical statement (link provided in confirmation email) PDF
Have our Medical form signed off by a doctor if they are age 60 or older PDF
Sign our liability release form PDF
Be at least 13 years of age (students 12 years of age and younger are required to take private classes.)
Be able to communicate in English
Not be pregnant
Instructors & Staff
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: My summer schedule is booked! When can I take a tour?
A: We dive year round! Thanks to Dry Suits, you’ll be surprised how manageable the cold is.
Q: Can I buy food close by?
A: Large events may include snacks, if you have special dietary requirements please pack a lunch. There is a shop close to the dive sites with typical convenience store food.
Q: Do I need to pay for Parking?
A: State Parks in Arkansas require a $5 day pass (paid at the entrance) to help keep our parks beautiful, clean, and provide bathrooms. It is a small price to pay. (Please bring cash for the pass)
Q: Can I bring my own equipment?
A: Yes absolutely, using your own equipment whenever possible will let you feel more comfortable in the water without having to learn a new setup each time. Please bringing older equipment to our shop first to have it checked and serviced before your dive, this will ensure it is in good working condition so you don’t miss the dive.
Q: How much time should I allow?
A: Travel time to the dive site is about 2 hours from Fort Smith. We will meet at the site dive, go over information and safety instructions and get wet! You’ll need to plan 6 hours or longer depending on size of class and how quickly we get through the material.
Q: Is there anywhere to stay the night close by?
A: Yes in close by Eureka Springs, It’s a beautiful historic town nestled in the hills, has many restaurants, attractions, artisan shops, antiques, bars / clubs, and hotels or BNBs.
Q: What do I do if I have more questions?
A: Call us, we would be happy to talk through any questions or concerns.
Location
Location varies with participants, weather conditions, and schedules. If you have any preferences let us know. Make sure to give us your phone number in case we need to contact you.
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