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14 Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Balloon Releases & Sky Lanterns
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14 Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Balloon Releases & Sky Lanterns

Looking for eco-friendly and safe alternatives for celebrations? Celebrate in a way that won’t endanger animals or local communities.
Megan Denny
24 April, 2019

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Tim Leichliter: Rooted in Community, Restoring Reefs From Within

Meet Tim Leichliter, recipient of the PADI Ocean Torchbearer Award and co-founder of Hoʻomalu Ke Kai, a nonprofit for

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Conservation

From Local Dives to Global Impact: How Your Ocean Actions Help With Ocean Conservation Policy

Discover how everyday diving can drive real ocean conservation impact. Learn how PADI AWARE turns diver actions into global

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Dive into what the future of PADI diving will look like, as we celebrate 60 years of PADI helping

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