Responsible seafood choices are crucial for protecting coral reefs, which face serious threats from overfishing. Coral reef ecosystems are complex and can be easily disrupted, especially when key species like groupers and parrotfish are overfished. These fish play important roles in maintaining ecological balance, regulating populations, and supporting coral health. Divers and marine tourism can…
Join Sea Shepherd NYC at the Asbury Park Vegan Food Festival on May 17-18, from 11 AM to 5 PM. The festival will feature vegan meals from local chefs, eco-conscious vendors, and live music. It’s a fun opportunity to connect with Sea Shepherd and learn how to help protect our oceans and marine life. Celebrate…
Buddy Dive Bonaire offers a great promotion for divers, providing unlimited shore diving for free when booking a complete Drive & Dive package. This special deal is available from August 30 to October 3, 2025, using the promo code “SHORE.” While shore diving is free, boat dives will still incur regular charges. Buddy Dive Resort…
PADI, Neuro, and Blue Robotics collaborated to create a mural in San Diego, celebrating sharks, rays, and the kelp ecosystem. This artwork aims to raise awareness about ocean conservation and shift public perception of these marine animals from fear to fascination. The initiative encourages both divers and non-divers to join efforts in protecting vulnerable marine…
Coral Restoration Foundation (CRF) hosted a team from American Samoa. They participated in a learning exchange to improve coral reef restoration. The program covered nursery structures, coral propagation, and data collection. The training involved hands-on workshops and practical field sessions. CRF aims to help local leaders protect and restore reefs.
PADI is enhancing its 6,600 dive centers’ visibility by integrating with Google Things to do. This allows users to find and book diving experiences directly via Google Search, Maps, and Business Profiles, receiving millions of visits each month. The integration helps members gain a competitive edge by making it simpler for divers to discover and…
The Cressi Raffaello is a new dive computer that enhances safety and performance for scuba and freedive enthusiasts. It features a user-friendly design, large buttons for easy use with gloves, and a high-contrast display for visibility underwater. Divers can customize their gas mixes and set alarms for safety. After diving, users can upload their detailed…
On Earth Day, SSI and Blue Oceans launched new tools to empower ocean conservation efforts for divers. They introduced a redesigned Blue Oceans website, offering resources for sustainable diving and clean-up initiatives. The MySSI App now has a Cleanup Dive Logging feature, allowing divers to document the trash they collect during dives. This data not…
Losing situation awareness while diving can lead to dangerous situations. It means not paying attention to important details around you. This happens when divers get too focused on one task, fail to communicate, or do not follow safety procedures. Improving situation awareness involves practicing skills, holding team briefings, and conducting debriefings after dives. Always ask…
Canada is facing challenges that threaten environmental initiatives and ocean conservation efforts. The country is experiencing anger and isolation due to political and economic changes, which have led to funding cuts for important research and programs. However, this moment can be turned into action by encouraging individuals to participate in community projects, like shoreline cleanups…