Shark Diving as a Conservation Strategy: How Shark Tourism is Protecting Global Shark Populations
More than a half-century ago I learned to dive and began what would become my diving career, in the cold, murky waters of the…
Inside the September/October 2019 Issue
In this issue: Sharks! Shark tourism, Sharks in NOAA sanctuaries, SoCal’s largest shark, danger and your mind, and more! Explore the September/October 2019 issue…
Bahamas Diving Association Member Update after Hurricane Dorian
The Bahamas Diving Association has heard from all its operators, and the only adversely affected areas are sadly the Abacos and portions of Grand…
Deadly fire onboard California boat M/V Conception
We join with our extended scuba diving family to express our sincere condolences to all those affected by the deadly fire onboard the M/V…
Air Consumption Essentials: How to Breathe Like a Pro
Molokini is one of Hawaii’s most popular dive sites; thousands of divers a year visit this unique cinder cone that sits like a half-moon…
8 Simple Ways You Can Help Improve Our Oceans’ Health
The ocean is the largest ecosystem on Earth — it is the planet’s life support system and is affected by overfishing, pollution, and habitat destruction, compromising…
A Guide to Ocean Conservation Organizations and Efforts
The ocean is the largest ecosystem on Earth — it is the planet’s life support system and is affected by overfishing, pollution, and habitat…
Stargazing in Broad Daylight: Exploring the Bay Islands of Honduras
Normally when I go stargazing, I am outdoors on a relatively clear night, with my face pointed to the heavens and my eyes soaking…
Cold Comfort: Training and Equipment for Ice Diving
An old dive buddy of mine says, “I prefer my beer cold and my ocean warm — not the other way around.” I must…
The Billion Oyster Project Aims to Restore Oyster Reefs to New York Harbor
THE BILLION OYSTER PROJECT is a citizen science project coordinated by the New York Harbor School (NYHS) with the goal of restoring one billion…