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Marine Conservation Efforts in Japan

07 Mar 2016
Marine Conservation Efforts in Japan

Japan often gets a bad reputation when it comes to marine conservation, and with good reason. Events like the Taiji dolphin slaughter and a still-occurring annual whale hunt deserve to be condemned, but there are a few bright spots in Japan when it comes to marine conservation.

Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary

18 Feb 2016
Exploring Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary

This year, Scuba Diver Life is partnering with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to bring you images and stories from each of the United States’ 11 dive-able marine sanctuaries. From cold water to warm, and from the Atlantic Ocean to the South Pacific, American waters are full of discoveries. This month, we take you south to Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.

Green Fins

17 Feb 2016
Green Fins: Diving in Symbiosis with the Reef

The draw of healthy, biodiverse coral reefs compels many divers to travel around the world but, as divers, we know all too well that our reefs are under threat. We also know that divers offer some of the world’s most passionate voices for marine conservation and ocean protection.

Best Dive

14 Feb 2016
How to Have Your Best Dive

Much can happen to mar a dive. Equipment issues, aborting early, unrealistic expectations, buddy issues — each can play a role in wrecking what should be a fun experience. The following are some of the most common situations that lead to a disappointing dive, and the best ways to avoid them.