VIP Diving Bonaire now distributes Ocean Armour gear in Bonaire. Ocean Armour makes beach towels and ponchos from 100% recycled plastic. Their fabric dries three times faster than usual and is compact. The gear is also antimicrobial, preventing damp smells. The company donates 10% of profits to marine conservation efforts.
Ocean Wise is launching Discovery Kits in PEI libraries. These kits focus on marine science and climate education. They include hands-on tools like microscopes and marine artifacts. The goal is to help young people learn about and protect the ocean. This initiative aims to inspire the next generation of ocean stewards.
Vessel strikes are increasing and pose a serious threat to whales. Ship traffic has grown by 300% in 20 years, causing more collisions. Many whales die without being noticed, making it hard to track the problem. To help, everyone should report whale sightings and learn safe boating. Technology like real-time alerts can make a difference,…
The Rescue Diver course is great for different types of divers. First, divers aiming for higher certifications should take this course. Second, safety-conscious divers learn important emergency and rescue skills. Lastly, those with scuba anxiety can gain confidence through practice. Overall, every diver can benefit by becoming a safer and better dive buddy.
The new Student Management Portal (SMP) helps PADI instructors manage students easily. It supports tracking student progress from enrollment to certification. Instructors can import student histories and add new divers quickly. The portal has a robust search feature to find divers and assign course codes. Certifications can be processed for multiple divers at once, allowing…
Divers searched for the S-3 Viking near Point Loma. They found a possible wing section underwater. The wing is about 20 feet long and appears modern. It had unusual materials on it, like a flat strap. Future dives will look for more parts of the wreck.
Jellyfish blooms are increasing due to warmer ocean temperatures. The most common jellyfish in the UK are moon jellyfish, especially in July. Interestingly, the barrel jellyfish sightings have skyrocketed, particularly in Scotland and Wales. Meanwhile, the Portuguese man o’ war species has sharply decreased. Jellyfish are important for marine life, as they help balance ocean…
The Halcyon Symbios rebreather has received TDI approval for training. This modular rebreather is designed to improve diving experiences. TDI instructors have been engaged in testing and training for this unit. Halcyon aims to support more divers through this innovative product. Collaboration between TDI and Halcyon has been smooth, ensuring quality standards.
Jellyfish move by pulsing and drift with ocean currents. They can gather in large groups called blooms. Some jellyfish can sting, even when dead, due to their stinging cells. Many animals, like sea turtles and sunfish, rely on jellyfish for food. Jellyfish play an important ecological role by feeding on plankton and transporting nutrients.
SSI has opened 25 new dive training centers in North America. These centers offer various SSI professional certifications. Scuba Adventure in Missouri is one of them, with 23 instructors. SSI supports dive centers with training materials and marketing resources. New dive centers can benefit financially and expand class offerings.