Of the diving tourism industry. The ARSBC was founded in 1989 and has since completed numerous successful artificial reef projects, with the MV G. B. Church being the first project undertaken.
The Artificial Reef G. B. Church dive club on Pender Island offers diving enthusiasts the opportunity to explore this unique and thriving artificial reef site. The club provides a platform for divers of all levels to come together, share experiences, and participate in organized dives to the MV G.
B. Church. With its rich marine life, including octopus, wolf eels, and rockfish, the G. B.
Church is a popular destination for divers looking to experience the beauty of artificial reefs.
Dive club members have the opportunity to participate in ongoing conservation efforts to monitor and maintain the artificial reef site, ensuring its long-term sustainability and impact on the marine ecosystem. The club also organizes educational events, workshops, and fundraisers to support the ARSBC's mission of creating and maintaining artificial reefs in Canadian waters and beyond.
Whether you are a seasoned diver or new to the sport, the Artificial Reef G. B. Church dive club offers a welcoming and inclusive community dedicated to exploring and preserving the underwater world. Join us in our mission to create stable, long-term marine habitat through the development of artificial reefs and experience the beauty and wonder of the MV G.
B. Church.