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Scuba News
March 18, 2024 / March 18, 2024 by HAL
Scuba diving and yoga have similarities in breathing techniques and mindfulness, enhancing the diving experience. Yoga’s focus on slower breathing helps divers stay calm and attentive underwater, improving dive quality and duration. Many scuba locations offer “Scuba Yoga” as part of their services, highlighting the benefits of increased emotional well-being, concentration, and strength among others. […]
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March 18, 2024 by HAL
BLU3 Introduces The Nomad Mini BLU3’s Nomad Mini dive system, now available, is lighter and more portable than the Nemo version, offering improved depth rating, higher airflow, and an optional DiveBoost kit. Priced at US$1,299, it aims for enhanced performance in a compact package. Read the article
The USS Kanawha, an oiler that played a crucial role in World War II logistics, sank in the Solomon Islands in 1943 after a Japanese attack. The wreck lies between 130 to 200 feet deep. The wreck was salvaged in the 1970s, has gun remnants, and engine room access. Read the article
When buying your first BCD, consider the options: jackets, wings, hybrids, and sidemount. Jackets are common, backplate/wings are more technical, hybrids offer a mix, and sidemount is lower profile. Fit, comfort, and familiarity matter when choosing. Jacket-style is most recommended for beginners, with other styles requiring more experience and training. Read the article
The prickly leather-jacket fish, known for its camouflage, belongs to the Chaetodermis genus and is found in the Indo-West Pacific region. It blends into its surroundings by imitating algae and has a unique body structure for navigating coral reefs. This fish is popular in aquariums but can be aggressive towards its own kind. It feeds […]
Children can start water activities from a young age to build skills. Kids can explore scuba diving starting at age eight in programs like PADI Bubblemaker. At 10, they can earn a Junior Open Water Diver certification. By 12, they can advance to the Junior Advanced Open Water Diver course. At 15, they can achieve […]
Becoming a Santi Dealer involves learning Santi’s history, drysuit information, and measuring divers’ bodies. Read the article
Jamie Parker discusses the process of becoming a Santi Dealer, which involves learning about the history of Santi, drysuits, assessing diver needs, and measuring the diver’s body. Read the article
A review paper highlights the diving sector’s potential to aid marine conservation and support UN goals. It suggests organizing the sector, recognizing natural capital rights, using technology, investing in infrastructure, and engaging communities. Curaçao’s diving industry can derive benefits by collaborating, adopting technology, investing in marine infrastructure, empowering locals, and supporting educational initiatives. Read the […]
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The GO Diving Show ANZ welcomes Dr. Richard Harris, a renowned cave diver who helped rescue the Wild Boars football team in Thailand. He will be a guest speaker at the event in Sydney in September, featuring various diving stages and interactive activities. The show aims to attract divers of all levels and ages, with […]
To prepare for your next dive, ensure your gear is serviced annually and kept clean and dry. Familiarize yourself with your equipment by reviewing manuals or taking a refresher course. Always use a checklist to avoid leaving gear behind, and prioritize staying healthy by following guidelines for food and water safety. Read the article
Excellence in diving requires building strong systems and structures to foster a culture of improvement. Key aspects include recruitment alignment, skill development, common language communication, feedback, and recognition. Adhering to these processes ensures everyone understands goals, grows competencies, and fosters teamwork. Read the article
The Undulate Ray, a species of skate, is easily identified by its dorsal patterns. It lays eggs in keratin eggcases referred to as “mermaid’s purses.” They have a diet ranging from shrimps to crabs, grow up to 90 cm, and are found in shelf waters up to 200m deep. Conservation efforts are in place to […]
The Women Divers Hall of Fame announced winners for 2024 grants and scholarships, totaling $57,000 for 47 individuals pursuing diving careers. Scholarships include underwater archaeology, marine conservation, and underwater photography. Read the article
March 17, 2024 by HAL
Great white sharks are conspicuously absent in aquariums worldwide due to traits that make capturing and keeping them impractical and harmful. These sharks suffer in captivity, becoming depressed and causing self-injury, thus they are best observed in their natural habitat. A YouTube video elaborates on this topic. Read the article
7TILL8 and Scuba.com have partnered to exclusively retail 7TILL8 custom wetsuits for a year, aiming to expand the wetsuit program across the US. Read the article
Invasive species like Unomia stolonifera threaten marine ecosystems, particularly in the Dutch Caribbean, by outcompeting native corals. Prevention through continuous monitoring and early detection is crucial, with public involvement in reporting sightings to Protected Area Management Organizations key to safeguarding biodiversity and local economies. Read the article
A short liveaboard trip in the North Andaman Sea with divers from various countries, including an old friend, returning guests, and new acquaintances. Read the article
Scientists report findings on 03.17.24. Read the article
PADI, or the Professional Association of Diving Instructors, is a leading global diving certification agency. With over 29 million certifications issued, it offers courses from beginner to professional levels, operates in 186 countries, and has over 6,600 Dive Centers worldwide. PADI focuses on adventure and conservation, promoting ocean exploration and protection through various programs and […]
Sea Apple, a type of sea cucumber, defends itself by being toxic and expanding in size to float away when attacked. It can expel toxic substances and sticky strands as a last resort. Sea Apples feed using tentacles and absorb oxygen through their hindgut. They are sometimes eaten as delicacies and used in fishing. Read […]
Restoring coral reefs by planting new coral on degraded reefs can result in rapid recovery, with the restored reefs growing as fast as healthy ones within four years. The Mars Coral Reef Restoration Programme uses “reef stars” to transplant coral fragments onto degraded reefs, showing successful recovery in Indonesia after blast fishing damage. The study […]
In Little Cayman, injured U.S. military veterans joined volunteer divers for coral reef research. The Diving with Heroes group, focused on rehab and recreation post-certification, aided in cleaning the reef nursery, building coral framework, and culling lionfish. Their military skills enhanced research projects, showcasing dedication and teamwork while creating purpose for the veterans through diving. […]
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