At the Intersection of People and Wildlife: Drawing the Line Between Interaction and Harassment
As a diver, I’m often asked what has been my most memorable dive. Of course, like many experienced divers who’ve been at it for…
Conservation
Sustainable Tourism Checklist
Divers are a special breed. The most serious among us are anything but tourists — we’re travelers. We take very seriously our responsibility to protect the environments we visit and…
Sustainable Tourism and Diving: Tips for Treading Lightly
If you’re a diver, here’s a little tidbit I’ll wager you’re completely unaware of: Did you know you’re an “adventure tourist?” Indeed, you are…
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…
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…
The Sickly Seas: Reaping the Unwanted Harvest of a Plastic Overload
I’m roaming a tropical beach, basking in its warmth and beauty. As I stroll the beach, caressed by the gentle surf and swept by…
Art Activism: Using the Power and Emotion of Art to Help the Oceans
Art: A diverse range of human activities creating visual, auditory or performance artifacts expressing the artist's imaginative or technical skill, intended to be appreciated...
Sanctuaries at Sea: The Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
Where in the continental United States can you explore vibrant coral reefs and hundreds of years of historical artifacts while diving in warm, subtropical…