Author Archives: Chris Phinney

About Chris Phinney

An IWMS Systems Manager and part time student at McMaster University. Chris is studying anthropology, more specifically archaeology working towards his BA. Chris was formerly a dive shop manager and is factory trained in regulator and equipment service. Chris enjoys research and studying fine details.

Southern Trail Engine Room

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Chris Phinney

Snow Day! Since I am off today, I thought I would work on some reports for the Ministry. Was processing this footage of the engine room of the Southern Trail and thought that it would be cool to toss it … Continue reading →

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Smurf Gloves -Where to Get Replacements (Canada)

Posted on July 30, 2010 by Chris Phinney

“Smurf Gloves” are those nice PVC gloves that most dry glove rings come with. Named such due to their blue, smurf like colour. The glove themselves are great. They are made for the commercial fishing industry (can be seen often … Continue reading →

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Spoon Theft

Posted on May 26, 2010 by Chris Phinney

I am sorry to report that the “spoon” artifact has been removed from the wreck of the Rothesay, near Prescott Ontario. Thankfully this archaeological treasure was thoroughly documented by NAS students last fall. Hope is held that the looters will … Continue reading →

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2010 Update -Reports and New Searches!

Posted on May 26, 2010 by Chris Phinney

We have been busy over the last few months with project planning and finalizing reports for past licenses. Our Southern Trail interior survey is almost complete and will be up on the web once it has been filed with the Ministry … Continue reading →

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Southern Trail Buoy Update

Posted on May 26, 2010 by Chris Phinney

Maintenance has been completed on the Southern Trail buoy hardware and its finally ready for deployment. We will get the new hardware on site as soon as possible. Check back for updates soon.

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Join us on Facebook

Posted on February 3, 2010 by Chris Phinney

We just sreated this page on Facebook. Now its even easier to stay in touch! Liquid Archaeology | Promote Your Page Too

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NAS Intro and Part 1 Brockville 2009

Posted on January 26, 2010 by Chris Phinney

 Some video from a Nautical Archaeology Society; Intro and Part 1 to Underwater and Foreshore Archaeology Class. Presented by Save Ontario Shipwrecks in Brockville, Ontario -2009. Bryan Thomas and Chris Phinney were the instructors. This was our first class with … Continue reading →

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Marea del Portillo Cuba 2009

Posted on September 16, 2009 by Chris Phinney

This is part 1 of a multi part video series for a dive vacation to Marea del Protillo, in Granma Provice of Cuba. The trip was in April 2009, excellent weather, diving and an all around good time. No dive … Continue reading →

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