Scuba News-Gazette
Here, we curate the latest news, discoveries, and conservation efforts from across the web, keeping you updated on everything scuba diving. From groundbreaking research and awe-inspiring dives to essential gear reviews and travel recommendations, Scuba News is your one-stop shop for all things scuba diving. So, gear up for knowledge, and stay informed about the ever-evolving world beneath the waves!
- Big Changes to our Tavernier Nursery with our Disturbance Mitigation Strategy
Big changes are happening at the Tavernier nursery of the Coral Restoration Foundation due to a Disturbance Mitigation Strategy, aiming to protect coral populations. The strategy involves strengthening genetic diversity and adaptation efforts. The team faces challenges like inclement weather but remains dedicated to their restoration mission.
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- HOW TO DO IT
In this video, Jeff Goodman talks about ORings
- Exploring Shipwrecks and Marine Life in the UAE
Exploring wrecks in the UAE offers a unique dive experience with historical insights and rich marine life. Wreck diving provides personal growth, biodiversity appreciation, photographic opportunities, and skill development. It caters to all experience levels and fosters a sense of community among divers. Key wrecks in the UAE include Sheikh Mohammad's Barge, Barracuda Barge, and Zainab. Safety and proper certification are crucial for wreck diving.
- Survey Results: What is The Best Dive Training Agency in 2024?
The survey on dive training agencies aimed to identify credibility and trust, using a Net Promoter Score (NPS) scale. PADI was the most well-known agency. Only DAN scored above 20 in NPS, with PADI receiving low scores. PADI instructors preferred SDI over PADI. Top 3 agencies for tech and recreational diving were highlighted.
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- Off Gassing Podcast
Brett Eldridge, a technical wreck diver, was featured on the "Off Gassing: A Scuba Podcast" by Nick Hogle to discuss his diving journey and a close call on the IJN Sata wreck, emphasizing topics like photogrammetry and rebreathers. The podcast, available on Spotify, delves into technical wreck diving experiences and insights.
- Blue Horizons – Ten Holidays for Waterculturalists
The text provides a list of diving destinations categorized by regions such as the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia, Indian Ocean, Australasia & Pacific Islands, and includes trending locations. It also offers a map to browse, a section on when to dive each month, and contact information for planning a holiday.
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- Episode 170 Phil Short
In an episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast, hosts Gemma and Ian discuss their visit to DEEP with Phil Short, who leads research and training there. DEEP, formerly known as NDAC, aims to revolutionize underwater exploration using subsea habitats and advanced research. The podcast is sponsored by Narked at 90 which offers diving equipment and advice, with a discount code BIGSCUBA2024 provided for listeners. Contact details and social media links are shared for further engagement.
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- Top Destinations for your Valentine (Divertine)
The text contains information about various diving destinations categorized by regions such as the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia, Indian Ocean, Australasia & Pacific Islands. It also lists trending dive spots and provides a section on where to dive each month of the year.
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- World’s Best Liveaboard Dive Holidays
The text lists various dive destinations by region and month, with options in the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia, Indian Ocean, Australasia & Pacific Islands. There's also a section on trending locations and a map to browse. Contact information and links for planning holidays are provided.
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- From the Desert to the Reef, Finding my Home – My Journey to becoming Kyalami’s Resident Underwater Photographer
Grace Pempek, a scuba enthusiast turned underwater photographer, shares her journey from the Mojave Desert to the tropical waters of Florida. Initially fearful of scuba diving, she overcame her anxieties, got certified, and fell in love with the ocean. Through consistent diving, she advanced to become a PADI divemaster and joined the Kyalami Family as their resident underwater photographer. Grace now captures the beauty of South Florida's underwater world, sharing her work through various platforms, and finds peace and fulfillment in her profession.
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- Become a Non-Executive Director at BSAC!
The British Sub-Aqua Club website provides information about joining, learning to dive, membership, contacting, and their policies including safeguarding and privacy. They also offer links to their social media platforms and allow users to adjust cookie settings.
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- 2024 PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR GRAND PRIZE
The 2024 Photographer of the Year will win a week-long trip on the Aqua Cat liveaboard in the Bahamas, offering unique scuba diving experiences including shark feed dives and various dive sites. The Aqua Cat provides resort-like amenities and accommodations, making it an exciting prize for diving enthusiasts.
- ScubaRadio 1-27-24 HOUR2
This hour of ScubaRadio features discussions with the History of Diving Museum, Jerry Beaty about Yap days, and Jared from NexDive.com.
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- End of A Dive – MV Shakem
The final moments of a dive at the MV Shakem wreck in Grenada, a former cargo vessel, are described. The ship met its end due to possible overloading. Dive Master ensures safety during the dive, including removing the safety line and waiting for divers to clear a safety stop at 15 feet.
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- Destination Portfolio: Byron Conroy, Komodo, Indonesia
Byron Conroy showcases marine life in Komodo, Indonesia.
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- Hidden Depths: Exploring Unique Marine Life in Dubai’s Scuba Diving Spots
Dubai offers diverse marine life including sea turtles (Green, Hawksbill, Loggerhead, Leatherback), colorful fish species (Angelfish, Butterflyfish, Parrotfish), unique creatures like octopus and squid, and whale sharks. Scuba diving in Dubai provides an opportunity to explore these underwater wonders, with dive sites accommodating all levels of divers. Excursions to various locations like Palm Jumeriah and Fujairah promise encounters with mesmerizing marine ecosystems and artificial reefs. Nemo Diving Center caters to a range of budgets with dive packages and professional guidance, ensuring a memorable diving experience in Dubai.
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- Introducing the 2024 SDI Ambassadors
Meet the 2024 SDI Ambassadors!
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- Introducing the 2024 SDI Ambassadors
The 2024 SDI Ambassadors have been announced.
2024 SDI Ambassadors
- Introducing the 2024 SDI Ambassadors
Meet the 2024 SDI Ambassadors on the TDISDI website.
2024 SDI Ambassadors TDISDI
- Introducing the 2024 SDI Ambassadors
Meet the 2024 SDI Ambassadors in an official announcement.
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- Online High Definition Photogrammetry Models
Learn about the challenges of sharing high-definition photogrammetry models online and the author's work on creating detailed models of underwater wrecks, particularly the P-38 wreck off Torrey Pines in San Diego. Various resolutions of the models are highlighted, ranging from medium to ultra-high quality. The options for sharing these high-resolution models, including using the Metashape viewer, upgrading Sketchfab accounts, exploring Constructed Reality, or partnering with Atomontage for innovative technology, are also mentioned. Collaboration with Atomontage has enabled the author to upload high-resolution models into a publicly viewable montage, with a particular focus on the need for mobile device support.
- Preserving Your Dive Suit: Expert Tips for Wetsuit and Drysuit Care
To maintain your dive suit, rinse it after each use to remove salt and sand. Use specific cleaners as needed and dry it in a shaded area. Store your suit folded or hung properly, and pay attention to zip maintenance to ensure longevity.
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- 15 Things You Should NEVER do on a Dive Boat – Are YOU Guilty?
Dive boat etiquette includes not overpacking, listening to briefings, being punctual, handling gear responsibly, using rinse buckets correctly, avoiding seasickness issues, disposing of litter properly, respecting crew areas, keeping dry areas dry, being culturally sensitive, using boat toilets responsibly, following smoking rules, tipping appropriately, and adhering to boat rules.
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- Episode 354 – Going It Alone
The podcast delves into a fatal solo cave diving incident, questioning if medical issues or gas monitoring failure caused it and if a buddy could have helped. It inaugurates International Cave Diving Month 2024.
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- Introducing the Nauticam Fisheye Conversion Port (FCP)
The Nauticam Fisheye Conversion Port (FCP) changes the lens's view to fisheye.
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- Photographer of the Week – Suliman Alatiqi
DPG showcases Suliman Alatiqi as Photographer of the Week.
DPG Photographer of the Week Suliman Alatiqi
- 2024 MASTER OF THE YEAR GRAND PRIZE
The South Florida Underwater Photography Society (SFUPS) is offering a grand prize of a seven-night dive trip to CoCo View Resort in Roatan for their 2024 Master of the Year. The trip includes accommodation, daily boat dives, meals, and various amenities. Airfare is not included. SFUPS aims to promote excellence in underwater photography and ocean conservation.
- 2024 VIDEOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR PRIZE
The South Florida Underwater Photography Society (SFUPS) offers its Videographer of the Year a trip to the Bahamas with All Star Liveaboards, providing opportunities for diving with sharks and exploring various dive sites. The prize includes a week-long liveaboard trip, accommodations, meals, and activities such as fishing and sailing. Reservations and restrictions apply.
Bahamas SFUPS Videographer of the Year
- WHY RAID
The text discusses different purposes for technical storage or access online, such as enabling requested services, storing preferences, gathering statistics, and facilitating marketing through user profiling and ad tracking.
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- WHY RAID
Technical storage necessary for service use or communication transmission, preferences storage, statistical purposes, marketing user profiles.
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- Scuba Diving Trends: What’s New and Exciting in the Dive World in 2024
The latest scuba diving trends include eco-friendly gear innovations, advancements in dive computers, rebreathers for technical diving, virtual reality experiences, new dive destinations opening up, and a shift towards online dive education and training.
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- Introducing the 2024 TDI Ambassadors
Meet the 2024 TDI Ambassadors!
2024 TDI Ambassadors
- Introducing the 2024 TDI Ambassadors
Meet the 2024 TDI ambassadors, a fantastic team.
2024 TDI Ambassadors team
- Hidden Beauty of Grenada: A Stunning Underwater Photography Journey
Exploring the underwater beauty of Grenada through stunning photography reveals a vibrant marine world teeming with life.
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- Motion Blur Blue Sharks in the UK
Award-winning photographer Nick More captures images of British blue sharks.
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- A.C.E. Wreck Revisited (Dana Point — 115 fsw)
A scuba diver revisits the A.C.E. wreck to improve a photogrammetry model despite challenging conditions. Detailed preparation, close-up photography, and alignment of about 1,000 images led to a better model with some missing details. The diver plans for future dives to enhance the model further and mentions a hidden detail on the wreck.
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- Freediving or Scuba for Underwater Photography?
Freediving excels in underwater photography due to its versatility and ability to capture unique moments under the sea.
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- Get Answers to DEMA Show 2024 FAQs
Learn about DEMA Show 2024 by accessing FAQs, watching town hall discussions, and viewing the floorplan online.
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- Lightweight Kit for Video and Photography
Divers can easily capture underwater moments with a lightweight EOS 10LRW video set ideal for photography and video. It includes torches with flexible handles allowing for versatile lighting, and an action camera for quick shots. The set enhances colors, is compact, rugged, and comes with a padded case for protection.
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- ScubaRadio 1-20-24 HOUR1
Greg The Divemaster discusses diving oil rigs with Aqua Gypsy and features a sculptor working on DiveGod statue.
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- Encountering A Majestic Green Moray Eel in Grenada
Encountering a majestic green moray eel in Grenada is a thrilling experience for divers. These eels, found in the coral reefs, can reach up to 8 feet in length and have a unique greenish color. They feed on fish and other marine creatures using ambush hunting techniques. While they appear intimidating, they are not usually aggressive towards humans unless threatened. Conservation efforts help protect their habitat in Grenada.
Green Moray Eel Grenada Scuba Hank NYC
- Mares at the Boot Show 2024
Mares will be at the Boot Show in Düsseldorf, Germany from the 20th - 28th January, showcasing their latest products and offering daily giveaways of diving equipment. Visitors can win an SXS 62X regulator and an SSI digital Decompression Diving kit, plus receive a free Mares drawstring bag by signing up for the newsletter at the event.
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- Sidemount Diving Gozo – Anchor Reef to Xwejni Bay
Sidemount diving from Anchor Reef to Xwejni Bay in Gozo offers a fascinating underwater experience with swim throughs, canyons, and abundant marine life like octopus and schools of fish. The dive site is suitable for sidemount training and exploration, featuring unique rock formations and a variety of sea creatures.
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- Episode 353 – Ice Diving in Cali
Join the boys for Episode 353 discussing ice diving in the Sierra mountain range in California.
Cali Ice Diving The Great Dive Podcast - Podcasts
- Just back from…. Lembeh Resort and Papua Paradise, North Raja Ampat
The text lists various destinations for scuba diving by region and month. It also includes trending locations. It ends with information about contacting the travel company.
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- Basking Shark Forum 2023
The Basking Shark Forum 2023 is an online event scheduled for February 1st. It will bring together researchers, tour operators, and conservation organizations to discuss advancements in basking shark research and conservation. There will be four sessions covering various topics including behavior, biology, spatial ecology, and collaboration, with presentations followed by live discussions.
Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
Basking Shark conservation research The Shark Trust
- Winners of Ocean Art 2023 Photography Competition Announced
The Ocean Art Underwater Photo Competition winners for 2023 are announced, with real photos trumping AI-generated ones. The best photo depicts a Crab-Eating Macaque swimming, showcasing dedication to underwater photography. Various categories like marine life behavior and underwater conservation feature stunning images from photographers worldwide. Prizes include dive trips to exotic locations and photography gear. The competition highlights the blend of artistry and technology in underwater photography.
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- Leatherback sea turtles
Leatherback sea turtles are the largest and most unique sea turtles, known for their flexible, leathery skin instead of a hard shell. These turtles can dive deep, hold their breath for up to 85 minutes, and have peculiar diving behavior. Leatherbacks are facing rapid decline due to various threats, leading to the classification of some populations as critically endangered. Respecting their living spaces and avoiding stressful interactions with them is crucial to their conservation.
diving endangered Leatherback sea turtles Mares – Scuba Diving Blog
- Improving Diver Safety and Education: The opinions of a Pro
Improving diver safety and education involves avoiding rushed training in technical diving, ensuring adequacy and proficiency in underwater skills, and incorporating human factors considerations. Training programs should be selective, mentorship-focused, and prioritizing continuous skill development. The diving industry faces challenges like egocentrism and the need for timely, quality training.
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- Navigating the Depths: Search Theory in Public Safety Diving
Learn about search planning for successful missions in public safety diving.
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