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!
- Dive Into History With The Latest ‘Submerged’ Edition
The new edition of "Submerged: Adventures of America’s Most Elite Underwater Archaeology Team," by Daniel Lenihan, explores underwater archaeology. It includes exciting stories about famous shipwrecks like the USS Arizona, the CSS Alabama, and others. This book is available in hardcover, paperback, and Kindle formats.
Read the full article at www.deeperblue.com
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- Diving With Sleeping Sperm Whales
Diving with sleeping sperm whales offers a unique and extraordinary experience underwater.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
diving experience For Scuba Divers Sleeping Sperm Whales
- Why Enroll in Discover Scuba Diving?
Discover Scuba Diving offers a chance to experience breathing underwater for those curious like Glen, who enjoys snorkeling but has never tried scuba diving.
Read the entire article at nemodivingcenter.com
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- Long-lost schooner wreck hidden in plain sight
A schooner wreck lost in Lake Michigan in the 19th century was found near the harbor by local shipwreck hunters. The ship sank in a storm, prompting the captain to end his career due to the loss of the ship's dog.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
Lake Michigan schooner Scuba Diver Mag wreck
- The Big Seaweed Search returns this week!
The Marine Conservation Society and Natural History Museum invite citizen scientists to participate in Big Seaweed Search Week to study the vital role of seaweed in marine ecosystems and its impact on climate change.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
DIVE Magazine Marine Conservation Society Natural History Museum seaweed
- STEPDive, NAUI Release Young Divers Training Product
NAUI and STEPDive have launched a new three-book series called “Experience Before Depth” to train young divers. The books cover basic skills starting from shallow water training to more advanced diving techniques. An eLearning course will also be available, enhancing the learning experience and making scuba training more accessible for kids.
Read the full article at www.deeperblue.com
scuba Scuba Diving – DeeperBlue.com Training young divers
- Real-Life Streaming Underwater Coral Camera
Experience real-time footage from an urban reef in Miami, Florida with a live streaming underwater coral camera.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
For Scuba Divers Miami Reef real-time underwater coral camera
- Episode 379 -Out of Gas On The Speigel Grove
Experienced divers can face close calls, as showcased in a story about running out of gas on the Speigel Grove shipwreck. This incident highlights the importance of preparedness even for seasoned divers.
Read the entire article at www.thegreatdivepodcast.com
Close Calls diving Speigel Grove The Great Dive Podcast - Podcasts
- Snorkeling in Curaçao: What You Need to Know
Snorkeling in Curaçao allows exploring the Caribbean's diverse underwater world.
Read the entire article at www.divecuracao.info
Caribbean Curaçao Dive Curaçao snorkeling
- Scuba Diver Sucked Into Nuclear Plant Pipe [Video]
A scuba diver got sucked into an underwater pipe near a nuclear plant due to Delta-P pressure, highlighting the risks of exploring unknown structures underwater.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
Delta-P For Scuba Divers scuba diver underwater pipe
- Search for 20-year-old missing diver near Swanage called off
The search for a missing 20-year-old diver near Swanage has been halted. The diver, Emily Sherwin, disappeared diving at Old Harry Rocks in Studland Bay.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
DIVE Magazine missing diver Old Harry Rocks Swanage
- Book Review: Fire on Monroe Bravo by Fred Lockwood
The book 'Fire on Monroe Bravo' by Fred Lockwood is part of the Jack Collier series and follows the adventures of Jack and Sandro as they arrive at an oil and gas platform in the North Sea with their company, Marine Salvage & Investigation.
Read the entire article at www.scubaverse.com
Fred Lockwood Jack Collier series North Sea Scubaverse
- 17 Aquariums Offer Great Scuba Diving Experiences In The US
Explore 17 aquariums across the US that offer unique scuba diving experiences for divers looking for new adventures. These aquariums provide an opportunity to dive when travel options are limited, presenting a novel way to enjoy underwater exploration in a controlled environment.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- Join Sea Shepherd San Diego at DEMA 2024 in Las Vegas
Sea Shepherd San Diego invites you to join them at DEMA 2024 in Las Vegas.
Read the entire article at seashepherd.org
DEMA 2024 scuba diving Sea Shepherd Conservation Society Sea Shepherd San Diego
- PSI-PCI Says Chinese-Sourced Scuba Cylinders Made With Forced Labor
PSI-PCI warns that cheap scuba cylinders made in China use aluminum produced with forced labor. The organization emphasizes the importance of buying ethically sourced products, urging divers to consider both the financial and human costs of their purchases.
Read the full article at www.deeperblue.com
aluminum forced labor scuba cylinders Scuba Diving – DeeperBlue.com
- Jill Heinerth – Canada’s longest underwater cave, and the discovery of Shackleton’s ship Quest
Jill Heinerth, an accomplished explorer and cave diver, will be presenting at the GO Diving Show ANZ in Sydney. She is known for her technical rebreather diving and her discovery of Canada’s longest underwater cave and Shackleton’s ship, Quest.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
cave diver Jill Heinerth Scuba Diver Mag underwater cave
- Cases of champagne found on 19th Century wreck
A Polish diving group found a 19th-century shipwreck with over 100 bottles of champagne and other items 58 meters deep near Oland, Sweden. The discovery includes wine, porcelain, and mineral water, and may have been heading to Russia.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
champagne Polish diving group Scuba Diver Mag
- Join Us on the Next PADI Club Trip in La Paz, Mexico
Join the PADI Club trip in La Paz, Mexico from 12-19 October, 2024 to dive with Captain Jason Chambers of Below Deck.
Read the entire article at blog.padi.com
Captain Jason Chambers La Paz PADI Club trip
- Jobs For Certified Scuba Divers
There are various career options available for certified scuba divers in the diving industry.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
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- DIVE’s Big Shot – Bright and Beautiful
Share your best underwater photos to win a liveaboard trip. Competition for best cave photos.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
cave photos DIVE Magazine Liveaboard Trip Underwater Photography Competition
- Divers reveal spectacular Roman floor at Baia
Divers found a stunning Roman marble floor at Baia, Sicily, part of an underwater archaeological park, showcasing their latest restoration work.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
Baia divers Roman floor Scuba Diver Mag
- QUIZ: UK Jellyfish
Test your knowledge of UK jellyfish species on DIVE Magazine's quiz to unlock a special reward.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
DIVE Magazine quiz species UK jellyfish
- Photographer of the Week – Mark Green
Mark Green is the featured Photographer of the Week on DPG.
Read the entire article at www.divephotoguide.com
DPG RSS Mark Green Photographer of the Week
- Dive Raja Ampat and Save
Travel to Raja Ampat and save with exclusive dive specials at Meridian Adventure Dive. Customize your diving package with no set arrival or departure days. Packages available include 6 nights/7 days with 10 dives and 1 night free for $2,098 per person sharing.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
diving package Meridian Adventure Dive Raja Ampat Scuba Diver Mag
- Deadly Antarctic Creature Discovered? [Video]
A group of scientists reported finding a mysterious and dangerous creature in the Antarctic waters, a discovery that is gaining attention again.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
Antarctic deadly creature For Scuba Divers Scientists
- My Whale Report News – May 2024
Sighting reports from citizen scientists are crucial for protecting at-risk cetaceans like whales and dolphins. Photographs of the month include Humpback Whales and Risso’s Dolphins.
Read the entire article at ocean.org
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- Wakatobi Expands Coral Reef Protection
Wakatobi Dive Resort is enhancing coral reef protection efforts with a new Reef Health Assessment program led by marine biologist Julia Mellers. The program aims to evaluate and maintain coral reef health at the resort.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
coral reef protection marine biologist Scuba Diver Mag Wakatobi Dive Resort
- PSI-PCI Issues Alert on Chinese Sourced Scuba Cylinders
PSI-PCI warns about Chinese scuba cylinders' low quality and potential ties to forced labor in Xinjiang. The alert emphasizes the importance of considering the hidden costs associated with these cylinders.
Read the entire article at www.divenewswire.com
Chinese scuba cylinders DiveNewswire forced labor PSI-PCI
- PSI-PCI Visual Cylinder Inspection® Training and more at DEMA Show 2024
PSI-PCI offers Visual Cylinder Inspection® training at DEMA Show 2024 in Las Vegas, meeting Federal requirements for cylinder inspection knowledge and formal training. The program provides essential skills for individuals inspecting cylinders as part of their job.
Read the entire article at www.divenewswire.com
DEMA Show 2024 DiveNewswire PSI-PCI Visual Cylinder Inspection® training
- Six Myths About Plastic Pollution: Debunked
Plastics, recycling, and oceans struggle with pollution,
Read the entire article at oceana.org
Oceana oceans plastics Recycling
- PADI Members Around the World Celebrate 10th Annual Women’s Dive Day
PADI Members globally marked the 10th Annual Women's Dive Day on July 20, 2024, by organizing local events.
Read the entire article at pros-blog.padi.com
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- ScubaRadio live studio video feed for 7-27-24.
The ScubaRadio live studio video feed for 7-27-24 featured discussions on wreck diving, marine life encounters, and safety tips for new divers.
Read the entire article at scubaradio.com
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- Shark Trust Podcast
The Shark Trust Podcast dives into shark and ray conservation, featuring insights from experts. It is suitable for both seasoned professionals and beginners interested in learning about sharks and how to help protect them. This podcast is a great resource for scuba divers who want to understand more about these vital ocean species.
Read the full article at www.sharktrust.org
conservation ocean sharks The Shark Trust
- Latest Edition of Scuba Diving Industry Magazine Out July 30
The latest edition of Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, out on July 30, will feature articles on trends in travel, retail, and training. One of the articles by Cathryn Castle Garcia discusses branding and marketing strategies for businesses in the scuba diving industry.
Read the entire article at www.divenewswire.com
branding DiveNewswire Scuba Diving Industry Magazine Trends
- How to Take Action With Dive Against Debris: Activate Your New PADI Member Benefit
Join Dive Against Debris to support ocean cleanliness.
Read the entire article at pros-blog.padi.com
Dive Against Debris ocean clean-up. PADI AWARE Foundation PADI Pros
- PADI Members Celebrates 10th Annual Women’s Dive Day
The 10th annual PADI Women’s Dive Day celebrated worldwide unity and inclusion in scuba diving, promoting ocean exploration and conservation for all divers.
Read the entire article at www.divenewswire.com
DiveNewswire ocean PADI Women's Dive Day scuba diving
- Search underway off Swanage for missing teenage diver
A search is ongoing for a missing teenage diver off Swanage, involving rescue teams, lifeboats, and helicopters.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
Scuba Diver Mag search Swanage teenage diver
- New DIVE BOAT Act Campaign Images Added
DEMA continues work on the DIVE BOAT Act for insurance premium relief, and new campaign images are released for social media sharing to gain support.
Read the entire article at www.divenewswire.com
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- Cuttlefish Intelligence Amazes Scientists
Cuttlefish are intelligent creatures capable of passing cognitive tests designed for children, showing surprising levels of intelligence. Scientists are amazed by the cognitive abilities of cuttlefish. Cuttlefish are intelligent creatures capable of passing cognitive tests designed for children, showing surprising levels of intelligence. Scientists are amazed by the cognitive abilities of cuttlefish.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
Cuttlefish For Scuba Divers intelligence Scientists
- Carbon Dioxide – the Dreaded Enemy (part 3)
The article discusses precautions and countermeasures to enhance diver safety regarding carbon dioxide in diving.
Read the entire article at alertdiver.eu
Alert Diver Magazine | DAN Europe countermeasures diver safety precautions
- Carbon Dioxide – the Dreaded Enemy (part 3)
Understanding carbon dioxide in the body while scuba diving is crucial to diver safety. Proper precautions and countermeasures can help mitigate the risks associated with elevated CO2 levels underwater.
Read the entire article at alertdiver.eu
Alert Diver Magazine | DAN Europe carbon dioxide diver safety scuba diving
- Breaching whale capsizes small boat off New Hampshire
A humpback whale capsized a small boat off New Hampshire, throwing two boaters from the vessel as it landed on the stern.
Read the entire article at divemagazine.com
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- Emperor Divers introduces Ladies Dive Cruise for PADI Womens Dive Day
Emperor Divers celebrates PADI Women's Dive Day with a special ladies dive cruise based on requests from female divers.
Read the entire article at www.scubadivermag.com
Emperor Divers Ladies Dive Cruise PADI Women's Dive Day Scuba Diver Mag
- Mistakes are good- learning from mistakes is sometimes better than getting it right
Mistakes in scuba diving can be valuable learning experiences, assisting divers in remembering key lessons. Debriefing sessions after mistakes occur help students understand what went wrong, why it happened, and how to prevent it in the future. This critical thinking process enhances memory retention and skill development.
Read the entire article at www.thehumandiver.com
Critical thinking Debrief mistakes The Human Diver Blog
- Book a liveaboard trip in 2025 with BSAC Egypt
Book a liveaboard trip in 2025 with BSAC Egypt for a luxurious experience diving in the Red Sea aboard the M/Y Majestic.
Read the entire article at www.bsac.com
British Sub-Aqua Club - News & blog BSAC Egypt Liveaboard Trip Red Sea
- The safeguarding role of Welfare Officers in BSAC clubs
Welfare Officers play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of all club members.
Read the entire article at www.bsac.com
British Sub-Aqua Club - News & blog club members Welfare Officers well-being
- Deep Sea Isopod – A close encounter with Isopods
Deep sea isopods, resembling giant insects, are encountered up close in the ocean.
Read the entire article at forscubadivers.com
Deep sea isopods encounter For Scuba Divers giant insects
- New DIVE BOAT Act Campaign Images Added!
DEMA created social media campaign materials for The DIVE BOAT Act to aid business operators with insurance premium relief. A new set of graphics has been added to the campaign, urging people to share and support the act by downloading the new materials and spreading the message.
Read the entire article at demaorg.blogspot.com
dema DEMA News social media campaign The DIVE BOAT Act
- Straight Talk From PADI CEO: World Ocean Day Calls on Ocean Torchbearers To Act
PADI CEO emphasizes acting as ocean torchbearers to support World Ocean Day initiatives.
Read the entire article at pros-blog.padi.com
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- Exploring the Depths of Kona, Hawaii With PADI Club
PADI Club, Kona, Hawaii, diving fun
Read the entire article at blog.padi.com
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