Lets see: Go Hunting and Ya  "Might"  get away from a Bear, or Go Scuba Diving and  "KNOW"  You Cannot Possibly Out-Swim the Shark that could zero in on ya........ Tough Decision, but for  MY  Part I would Remain on Terra-Firma!!    
  Have a Great Dive Buddy!!     I was Just Joshin' ya Buddy!      

It's not snowing in Sparta yet.  You need to get your priorities straight.  Hunting season always takes precedent over scuba diving.  Have a great time, and welcome.  It is the best group I've run into yet.  My brother Dave lives in Spring Lake also, and is on the sight frequently.