Do we really need to bring knives when we dive? And if so, what kind of knife is the best to bring?
2013 July
Landlocked Scuba divers have a couple of choices: A) take divecations or B) dive in your backyard.
All the gear is packed and ready, all 220 kg of it. We were on our way. We were four divers on the expedition.
There is one overwhelming goal that we as devoted divers must strive to make come to fruition within our lifetime.
As a region, South East Asia boasts some of the world’s most outstanding dive sites. Many learn to scuba here,…
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It never hurts to be reminded why we train. Recently, I was reminded why I took my Rescue Diver certification, and why rescue scenarios are a part of both the Divemaster and Instructor training with most organizations.
This week’s etiquette tip is on punctuality. We are for it. The tip can be simply stated as follows: BE ON TIME FOR EVERYTHING.
Long considered one of the world’s best dive sites, Sipadan is a towering mass of limestone, coral and fish life rising over 1,900 feet (600 m) from the ocean floor.
As tech diving continues to grow in popularity, so does the level and quality of education, reliability and availability of equipment, and research and development into decompression sciences and software.
There is no cause more powerful than ocean conservation. Our oceans are one of our most precious resources. With factors such as global climate change and marine debris, the imminent danger is growing each day and time is of the essence.
Scuba Diving is, perhaps, one of the most graceful activities we can do. With bubbles rising above us, we descend into another world full of amazing marine creatures and colorful coral formations.
Both snorkeling and scuba diving are brilliant sports in many ways. It is hard to compare the two, one is 2D viewed from above and the other is a 3D world viewed from within.
As their name states, they are part of the grouper family, also referred to as the jewfish.
The joint venture, entitled “SeaLife Shootout and Demo Event,” will present a series of local dive events and introductions to underwater photography through seminars and, when possible, hands-on underwater sessions.
This week’s dive etiquette tip answers the important question, “When should you give advice?”
Night diving requires careful planning and precision. Descend with care and know your limitations.
Once the reefs are gone, it may not be the end of the world, but it would be the end of something wonderful, ancient, rich, and lifegiving.