Mermet Springs Quarry

August 30th, 31st, & September 1st, 2025

About This Trip:

Mermet Springs is a spring-fed quarry in southern Illinois, great for scuba diving and training. It has clear water, sunken attractions like a Boeing 727, and training platforms. The site offers gear rentals, air fills, and a safe environment for all divers.

What's Included:

What's Not Included:

Location:

Group Size:

Itinerary:

Driving
Day 1: Travel - August 29th

- Driving to Belknap, IL
- Lodging is available in Metropolis or Paducah

Mermet
Day 2: Diving at Mermet Springs - August 30th

- The gates open at 8am
- All visitors must check in at the front building
- Group picture as soon as everyone is checked in - 8:30~
- Gates close at 10pm

Mermet
Day 3: Diving at Mermet Springs - August 31st

- The gates open at 8am
- Gates close at 5pm
- Our group will head home in the afternoon / evening

Mermet
Day 4: Diving at Mermet Springs / Driving Home- September 1st

- The gates open at 9am
- Gates close at 6pm
- Our group will head home in the afternoon / evening

Available Add-Ons from Extreme Sports:

  • BCD, Regulator, Computer, Tank, and Weights Rental – $75 per day
  • Wetsuit Rental – $20 per day
  • Hooded Vest and Gloves Rental – $10 per day
  • Cylinder Rental (80cuft Air) – $20 per day
  • Snorkel Kit (Mask, Fins, and Snorkel) Rental – $10 per day
  • SDI Deep Diver – $195
  • SDI Wreck Diver – $245
  • SDI Advanced Buoyancy Control – $195
  • SDI Drysuit Diver – $195
  • SDI Navigation – $195
  • SDI Solo Diver – $195
  • SDI Sidemount Diver – $245

Your Organizer:

Extreme Sports Inc is a locally owned and operated 5-star SDI Diver center specializing in training, travel, equipment, and service. Extreme Sports operates in Joplin, Missouri. Deposits are non-refundable and prices are subject to change.

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Additional Information:

All fees are paid directly to Extreme Sports at the end of your stay

General Diver – $25 per day

Non-Diver – $8 per day

Air Fills – $10

Nitrox Fills – $15

Primitive Camping – $10 per night

All attendees must complete this waiver:

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"If you want to get certified to dive, I highly recommend going to Extreme Sports. The instructors are amazing, and they will do everything they can to make you comfortable"
Dayle Chasten
From Missouri, USA
"You tend to forget this is a business because after a couple of visits, everyone treats you like family. My scuba diving journey has been an amazing experience and I owe most of it to my family at Extreme."
Sonny Johnson
From Missouri, USA
"Very helpful people. They understand what it means to be a beginner, and they don't make you feel uncomfortable about being one."
Tawnya Taylor
From USA
"Everyone at Extreme Sports is extremely knowledgeable and friendly. I highly recommend attending a 'Try it Tuesday' event to literally get your feet wet. You won't be disappointed!"
Ryan Paul
From Missouri, USA