Fighting for Our Seas

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Fighting for our oceans Fighting for our seas might sound like an extreme way of putting things but with rising concerns about the plight of our oceans, maybe it’s not all that outlandish. In this post we look over the ways different charities and organisations are fighting for our seas and bringing attention to the plight of our Oceans… […]

Combining a Passion for Diving with a Passion for Conservation

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Photo by Resa Janssen Like many divers, the team from The Dive Shack, feel a responsibility to protect our ocean planet. So when they saw the chance to combine an upcoming dive trip with conservation activities they jumped at the chance. Earlier in the year, eleven divers travelled with The Dive Shack team to Amed, […]

Why Are Coral Reefs Important?

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Coral reefs are often the first thing that make people want to try scuba diving. Photo: Nicole Helgason Written by Guest Blogger Nicole Helgason Life in the ocean starts with coral reefs. From the first polyp to the complex ecosystems they have become today, coral reefs support innumerable life above and below the water. As a marine ecosystem, coral reefs are the most diverse and productive habitat supporting a quarter of all marine […]

7 Reasons Why All Divers Should Try Muck Diving in Lembeh

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So you’ve explored colourful coral reefs and a range of topographies. Now it’s time for something different. How do black sand dive sites sound? The thought might not conjure up the diving visions you’re used to but the 7 reasons below will change your mind and have you booking you next dives in Lembeh, Indonesia. […]

So, What’s so Special about the Underwater World?

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Underwater world By guest blogger Lowri James When you descend below the surface, you are welcomed into an underwater world filled with colour, life and beauty.  As divers, it is our duty to treat this world with the utmost respect and consideration as we are, in effect, ambassadors for ocean conservation.  There are over 1 million known species of […]

How To Inspire The Next Generation of Dive Women

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PADI women's dive day Inspiring the next generation of divers can be as simple as just taking the time to interact with the youth in your life by sharing stories, asking about their interests, and encouraging them to step out of their comfort zones. The future of diving and the health of our oceans depend on great role models. […]