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UC San Diego slashes boat and dive rental costs for university users

University members now pay far less for research vessels, small boats, and dive support. Is this the best deal for marine exploration? Public prices remain steep, but UC users gain major perks.

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UC San Diego slashes boat and dive rental costs for university users

Contact: Brett Pickering Assistant Boating Safety Officer our organization Tel: 858-337-4261 | Email: brett@our website

| | UC User Rate | Non-UC User Rate | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Dive Services | $66 | $116 | per hour | | Boat Operator | $66 | $116 | per hour | | R/V Beyster Boat Rental ** (requires boat operator) | $150 | $250 | per hour | | 19' Small Boat Rental | $40 | $66 | per hour | | 19' Small Boat Fuel Usage | $30 | $50 | per hour | | 17' Small Boat Rental | $20 | $33 | per hour | | 17' Small Boat Fuel Usage | $20 | $33 | per hour |

Hourly rates for the first 8 hours then overtime rates of $99/hr for internal and $174/hr for external users.Fuel and travel expenses for R/V Beyster* will be billed based on actual usage.

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