Rob Hinton is a diving expert and founder of Hold Fast Challenges. He started diving in 1999 in South Africa. Rob has a long career as a Navy Mine Clearance Diver. His challenges aim to inspire community and positive action through diving experiences. Diving helps build confidence and teamwork among participants.
The ocean is surprisingly noisy, with the blue whale being one of the loudest animals, reaching sounds of 188 decibels. This is significantly louder than a jet plane and can be heard across vast ocean distances. Even smaller creatures like the pistol shrimp create intense noises, 30 decibels louder than blue whales. Their sonic blasts…
Hugues Oyarzabal, a famous surf photographer, passed away at age 39. He was known for capturing unique images from inside waves, using innovative technology before action cameras became common. His work influenced many in the surfing and photography communities. Oyarzabal struggled with mental health issues throughout his life. His legacy continues to inspire those who…
The ADEX Ocean Festival Singapore 2025 will take place from April 4-6 at the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre. This year’s theme focuses on cephalopods and marine life behavior, featuring presentations and talks about these fascinating creatures. The festival will include the Voice of the Ocean Photo + Video + Art Competition, with live…
A new toolkit has been created to help scuba divers make a positive impact on UK waters. This toolkit includes resources for identifying and reporting issues like pollution and marine life threats. It encourages divers to play a role in protecting and restoring marine environments. By using this toolkit, divers can contribute to the health…
Asia Scuba Instructors has partnered with Blue Season Bali, a well-established PADI IDC center. This partnership provides a new location for PADI Instructor Development Courses (IDCs) in Bali. Bali is a popular diving destination, with Sanur being a hub for diving activities. The center offers intensive internship options to help candidates succeed in the diving…
The new paperback edition of Howard Rosenstein’s memoir, ‘Treasures, Shipwrecks, and the Dawn of Red Sea Diving,’ explores the golden age of diving in the Red Sea. This visually stunning book features over 200 underwater and above-water images, showcasing thrilling underwater adventures and historical discoveries. It highlights Rosenstein’s role in shaping dive tourism and his…
The article highlights top diving sites for deep scuba diving. It mentions the SS Yongala in Queensland, Australia, which sits 90 feet underwater and is home to various marine life. The other site, the Andrea Doria in Nantucket, Massachusetts, is known for its challenging conditions, requiring advanced technical diving skills. It lies in over 200…
This week, Greg The Divemaster talks with Pete from ScubaBoard about diving in cave country, which is known for its unique underwater landscapes. They highlight the challenges and beauty of this adventurous type of diving. There’s also a fun twist on Snow White that divers might enjoy, emphasizing the creativity in the diving community.
The Republic of Palau is looking to hire attorneys, providing a rare opportunity for those interested in scuba diving and ocean life. The positions available include two Assistant Attorneys General and two Division Chiefs for Criminal and Civil Divisions. These roles offer contracts of two years with possible renewal, and relocation costs are covered. Eligible…