Roddenberry Jr. Hosts Independence Day Diving Trip

Here is a Trek letter from Eugene W. “Rod” Roddenberry, the son of Star Trek’s creator, who runs Roddenberry Productions:

Dear Friends of Roddenberry,

I have been an avid Scuba Diver for almost 15 years. I have found the world beneath the sea to be one of the most exotic and magical places on Earth. For me, diving is a unique experience that quenches my thirst for adventure and discovery. To take a page out of Star Trek, I love exploring the strange new worlds and seeking out new life in our oceans.

For a while now I have been trying to meld the world of Scuba Diving with the world of Star Trek. Finally, these two worlds are about to meet! I am proud to announce the Roddenberry Scuba Club Inaugural Dive Trip. On July 4th, 2007, the dive boat “Peace” will leave Ventura Harbor [approx. 1 hour northwest of Los Angeles] on a one-day scuba diving voyage to the California Channel Islands. The trip includes 3 dives, air-fills and a hot lunch buffet. The boat departs at 7:00 am and returns at approximately 6:00 pm.

I look forward to seeing you underwater!

—ROD

There are 28 spots available on the dive boat. You must be a certified scuba diver to enter the water, however non-divers are also welcome on the trip. Tickets are $99 for divers and $59 for non-divers. Scuba gear is not included, but meals will be served. You are allowed to arrive the night before (Tuesday the 3rd) and sleep on the boat. For complete information visit Roddenberry.com — if you don’t see the Dive Club featured on the home page, click on “Store” in the top menu, then under the “Categories” menu on the left, click on “Specialty” and then on “Miscellaneous.” The “Roddenberry Dive Club Scuba Trip” will be on that page. You can also call (866) 979-9979.