Gilboa Quarry is a natural spring-fed crystal clear lake that is a premier destination for divers, and snorkelers. They travel from all over to dive in the clear waters of the quarry. They have been serving the dive community for over thirty years.  We met with Cheyenne Klausing and Allison Dawson to learn more about the quarry. 

The quarry started off as a limestone quarry in the 1890s and grew over the years into the Ottawa Stone Company.  In the 1990’s they hit a spring and it became the Gilboa Quarry. It passed through several owners until it landed with its owners, Full Tank, LLC. They’ve worked over the last few years to bring it to what it is today. 

Today you’ll find a campsite, scuba lessons, scuba gear rental, freediving, snorkeling, paddle boarding, and more. There is something for everyone to take part in or just enjoy the beach. Campsites are available for visitors or locals who just want to get away. There is a camp store on-site to purchase quick supplies. Gilbo Grindz is also available and is even open on Sunday serving up a variety of items and coffee. 

Allison and Cheyenne let us in on what was coming: Nemo’s Garden. It is the first of its kind in the United States.  The first Nemo’s Garden was started in 2012 in Italy. An underwater garden in a biosphere to grow plants such as basil below the water's surface. The team debuted the garden this summer and shared a video feed of the garden on their website.  They will offer tours in the future.

For more information about the quarry, diving or more contact them at 419-456-3300 or visit their website at gilboaquarry.com

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