Have a plastic free July and help save the ocean while seeking adventure this summer and play a role in protecting vulnerable marine life like sharks.
With the month of July having a focus on both reducing the amount of plastic used and awareness on the importance of protecting sharks—such as Discovery Channel’s annual Shark Week— PADI has put together a plastic free July guide that will enable the community of PADI Torchbearers to bring about meaningful change in further protecting and saving the ocean.
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1. Recycled Plastic Sun Masks
This versatile face and sun mask can be worn in nine different ways—making it the perfect item for anyone seeking adventure this summer. Choose to wear as a mask, bandana, balaclava, beanie, wristband, neck gaiter, hood, head wrap or neckerchief, you’ll be protected from the external elements no matter what activity you do. One mask contains the equivalent of more than 8 plastic bottles.
2. Whale Shark Recycled Plastic Cloth Face Mask with Filter Pocket + 5 Filters
This eco-friendly and adjustable whale shark face mask has woven layers with an antimicrobial treatment and comes equipped with optional filter pockets. Designed in accordance to local, national and international health organization protocols, it features breathable and cooling technology. One face mask contains the equivalent of 2 plastic bottles.
3. PADI x Mike Coots Collection Recycled Plastic Trucker Hat
Hats off to a clean ocean with this tucker hat designed to keep plastic out of the ocean and UV rays off your face. Made from post-consumer, ocean bound plastic, one trucker hat contains the equivalent of 8 plastic recycled bottles.
“This great white was photographed off of on the most most rugged dive destinations on earth—the deep south of New Zealand, Stewart Island. From the rugged terrain to the treacherous weather, the sharks here seem to match the locale: fleeting, gorgeous, and moody. I love the mood of this image, stealthy and strong.” – Mike Coots, PADI AmbassaDiver, award winning photographer, surfer, shark attach survivor and shark advocate
4. Hammerhead Shark PADI x Klean Kanteen Wide Mouth Bottle
Ditch the plastic bottles altogether this summer and instead use a PADI x Klean Kanteen re-usable bottle to stay hydrated. Inspired by the incredible schools of hammerhead sharks in places like the Galapagos Islands, it’s the perfect bottle for any adventure. This non-toxic solution helps you eliminate the need for single-use plastics, can keep your beverage iced for up to three days and is lightweight and durable. One re-usable bottle contains the equivalent of zero plastic bottles!
5. Discovery Channel x PADI Great White Shark Recycled Plastic Travel Towel
This exclusive collaboration design is the ultimate must-have for any water adventure this summer. Comfy, durable and designed to prevent microfiber pollution, these limited edition towels are made from the combination of recycled plastics and sustainably sourced cotton and only 200 are available. One recycled towel contains the equivalent of 12 plastic recycled bottles.
6. Cape Clasps Tikós Sunnies
Rock your summer adventure in style with sunglasses made from ocean plastic. Using 100% recycled ocean plastic for the frames and polarized lenses with anti-reflective coating, this stylish accessory makes a real difference with 15% of the proceeds going to charities to protect the ocean. Available in black, teal & pink and olive & blue. One pair of sunglasses contains the equivalent of 2 plastic bottles.
7. Shark Beeswax Reusable Food Wrap
Enjoy a zero-waste summer with beeswax wrap inspired by Hawaii. Long-lasting and eco-friendly, these beeswax warps eliminate the need for plastic wrap, come in a set of three and last up to 150 washes. One three pack of beeswax wrap will replace 5 rolls of plastic wrap per year!
8. PADI x Discovery Channel Fins Up Tyvek Tote Bag
Keep all your summer PADI Gear in this re-usable tote bag made from Tyvek® material. Both water resistant and reversible, it is light, durable and feels like fabric. The perfect bag to reduce the amount of plastic bags used while also supporting sharks all summer long. One tote is equivalent to needing ZERO plastic bags!
9. PADI x Mike Coots Collection Tyvek Pouch
Keep all your summer PADI Gear in this re-usable tote bag made from recyclable Tyvek® material. Both water resistant and reversible, it is light, durable and feels like fabric and has a long life span. One pouch is equivalent to needing to use ZERO plastic bags.
“This great white shark was photographed off the coast of the world’s premiere white shark locale- Guadalupe Island, Mexico. I was absolutely blown away by the abundance of sharks and the water visibility is breathtakingly clear. I love the evening colors and flare, justifies how gorgeous these beauties are in real life.” – Mike Coots, PADI AmbassaDiver, award winning photographer, surfer, shark attach survivor and shark advocate
