This week is very near and dear to my heart. Anyone who has ever been in FFA knows what I’m talking about. All the kids are getting donned up in black pants/skirts, black shoes, white button down shirts and a blue corduroy jacket and heading to National FFA Convention. Are you saying, but Nicole, this is a scuba blog, not a FFA or agriculture blog. My response: Yes, I know this, but today’s Blog interviewee is an agriculture advisor. That means she’s loading a bus full of kids up and headed to National Convention herself, but she doesn’t have to wear the blue corduroy jacket. Today’s interviewee is Charli Jo Epperly. So now let’s turn the blog over to the Q&A session and learn a little more about Charli Jo.
How did you get started diving?
My friend Boomer took me to watch you all dive at Mermet Springs. I got to watch you for two days. Every other person who walked by me asked when I was going to dive.
How long have you been diving?
Well what time is it? (She got certified Pumpkin Carving Weekend when I did the interview )
How many dives do you make in a typical year?
Well we’re at 2 and counting
What other hobbies do you have?
Snow skiing.
Where is your dream dive?
Someplace that is has beautiful color and you can see forever. And no dangerous fish.
What is your most comical dive experience?
Watching Boomer attempt to pumpkin carve.
What is your occupation?
Agriculture Teacher
Words of wisdom/tips or tricks for fellow divers?
Be patient when clearing your mask.