Christine Grosart is an experienced offshore diver medic in the North Sea. She dedicates her time to cave diving and exploring underwater environments. Grosart also contributes to Ghost Fishing UK, which focuses on removing ghost gear from oceans. Her passion for diving and commitment to ocean conservation exemplify the importance of protecting marine life and ecosystems.
Jeff Goodman reviews the Zeagle Covert XT BCD in an exclusive video for Scubaverse. The review highlights the BCD’s features, including its lightweight design and ease of use for divers. Goodman emphasizes that the Covert XT provides excellent buoyancy control, which is crucial for an enjoyable dive. Overall, it’s presented as a versatile option for…
Community engagement in scuba diving helps raise awareness about the ocean. It includes beach events and school visits that educate people about marine life. The Great Eggcase Hunt is a citizen science project where everyone can participate. Videos and events share successful engagement stories. Helping with these projects connects communities and supports ocean conservation.
Sustainable dive destinations focus on protecting marine ecosystems while allowing divers to explore their beauty. Notable locations include Dubai, Palau, and the Galápagos Islands, each implementing unique conservation efforts. For example, Dubai has coral restoration projects, while Palau protects over 80% of its waters from industrial fishing. Raja Ampat, the Great Barrier Reef, and others…
Manta rays and devil rays are declining worldwide. About 265,000 of these rays are killed each year, mostly by small-scale fisheries. Non-selective gillnets cause most deaths, especially in India and Indonesia. Manta rays are popular in Asian markets for their gill plates. Even with protection laws, enforcement is weak and exploitation continues to grow.
This week’s show features Greg The Divemaster and his friends discussing the Scuba Queen USA pageant. They also provide updates on upcoming dive events in the Florida Keys. Additionally, listeners will learn about a new dive shop opening in the area.
PADI is sponsoring the “Up & Coming” category for the Underwater Photography of the Year (UPY) competition in 2025. This category is aimed at photographers who are new to underwater photography and have not yet won major awards or been published frequently. It allows any type of camera to be used, encouraging creativity in submissions….