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Written by Candice Landau “There’s barely any life out there!” A throw-away comment I made barely two months after getting certified. At the time I had been diving Mike’s Beach Resort in the Hood Canal in Washington State. After my second dive I clambered out of the water, the frustrated exclamation instantly leaving my lips. […] Type: Post
The PADI Master Scuba Diver rating is widely regarded as the “black belt” of recreational diving. Discover what you can do with it. Type: Post
Many sunscreens labeled 'reef-safe' contain ingredients that kill coral. Here's a list of the best natural sunscreens for scuba diving. Type: Post
Some people stop scuba diving when they become parents, but those in the know get their kids blowing bubbles and dive in year after year. Scuba diving teaches kids valuable skills like working with a buddy, spacial awareness, and respect for the environment. Not to mention, seeing a turtle, octopus, or other sea creature in […] Type: Post
PADI AmbassaDiver Jack Fishman was counting fish long before he was old enough to understand the importance of conservation. “I used to count fish when I was a little kid,” the PADI Staff Instructor at Rainbow Reef Dive Center, in Key Largo, Florida, says. “The REEF Fish ID Book was my bible. I was able […] Type: Post
So if you earn your PADI Open Water Diver certification, where can you use it? Everywhere. Start with these beautiful destinations: Bonaire The reefs off this Dutch island continually rank among the Caribbean’s best for species diversity, which means you’ll encounter more varieties of fish on one dive here than anywhere else in the region. […] 