A Thai youth soccer team has been trapped in a flooded cave for over a week. Rescue crews are working hard to reach them, but the situation is dangerous because many of the boys cannot swim. The Thai navy is teaching them basic scuba diving skills to prepare for a possible underwater escape. The rescue…
The 3rd Annual I.CARE Trash Derby successfully removed over 36,000 pounds of debris from the Florida Keys, thanks to the efforts of 900 participants including divers and conservation advocates. Organized by I.CARE in collaboration with SSI Blue Oceans and Mares, this event highlighted the importance of community-driven conservation. Teams gathered debris from land, shorelines, and…
Ocean Wise just completed its third season of whale monitoring in the Salish Sea, focusing on humpback whales and killer whales. Despite weather challenges, they successfully used drones to observe whale health and behavior. The team collected vital salmon scale samples from killer whales, which will help identify their diets and assist in conservation efforts….
This May, over 1,000 juvenile elkhorn corals arrived in the Florida Keys. The corals came from a collaboration between The Florida Aquarium and the Coral Restoration Foundation. These baby corals will help rebuild damaged reef areas. They were spawned from parents that survived a recent bleaching event. Healthy coral reefs are crucial for marine life…
Underwater hotels are becoming popular for divers seeking unique accommodation experiences. Many of these locations are situated in exotic tropical areas and offer stunning underwater views. For example, the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island features the Muraka, an underwater residence 16 feet deep in the Indian Ocean. Another option is the Jules’ Undersea Lodge, which is…
Paul Toomer, a prominent figure in the scuba diving industry and part-owner of RAID International, has announced his departure from the dive training agency. He expressed sadness about leaving, noting a difference in future visions between him and RAID. Toomer, who joined RAID in 2014, has made significant contributions to the agency’s growth. Although he…
The Coral Restoration Foundation is teaching coral conservation in Florida. Their “Coral Reefs and You” program reaches students in 15 schools. Students learn about coral ecosystems and restoration strategies. They also snorkel in Florida’s Coral Reef for hands-on experience. This program helps kids connect with and protect their oceans.
In this episode, the hosts discuss the ups and downs of their diving adventures, focusing on a particularly challenging project. They use the phrase “That’s diving mate!” to reflect on how things can go wrong during dives. The episode continues to explore stories from The Dave Shaw Story, highlighting the unpredictable nature of diving experiences.
NHS England will close four hyperbaric chambers used for scuba diving, leaving only three functional chambers in the south of England. This change is concerning for diver safety, as it will reduce access to emergency treatment for decompression illness. The chambers in the North East, North West, and Midlands are losing funding, meaning divers there…
A liveaboard dive trip to Palau transformed the author’s holiday traditions. Instead of spending Christmas at home, they chose to dive in rich marine environments, surrounded by various sea creatures and stunning coral reefs. From exciting night dives to observing unique underwater spawning events, each experience contributed to a special connection with the ocean. This…