Mares Dive Center of the Month – Kron Diving – Explore Rab’s Underwater Treasures

Kron Diving is a dive center located in Rab, Croatia, offering a range of dive sites suitable for both beginners and experienced divers. Popular locations include Veli and Mali Cutin, Lun, and Tunnel/Cavern Privic, each boasting vibrant underwater life like colorful gorgonians, schools of fish, and various marine animals. The Cathedral dive site features interconnected…

General Donation

You can support ocean conservation by making a general donation to the Shark Trust. This donation can be a one-time gift or regular contributions. Your money will be used where it’s needed most to help protect sharks and their habitats. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference for the future of sharks and…

The Secrets of the Trunkfish

Trunkfish are fascinating marine creatures known for their unique boxy shape and clumsy swimming style. They start life as transparent larvae and eventually develop a bony carapace for protection. This tough armor, made from a mineral similar to tooth enamel, helps them withstand predator attacks. Additionally, trunkfish have a special toxin called pahutoxin, which can…

Episode 197 Lisa Blair Solo Sailor, Explorer and Climate Activist

Lisa Blair is an Australian adventurer and climate activist. She sailed solo around Antarctica in record time. During her journey, Lisa promoted climate action and ocean health. She deployed weather buoys and collected ocean samples for research. Her work supports the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science efforts.

Episode 197 Lisa Blair Solo Sailor, Explorer and Climate Activist

Lisa Blair is an Australian adventurer and climate activist who recently set a record for sailing solo around Antarctica. During her challenging journey, she focused on ocean health by partnering with scientific organizations. Lisa deployed weather buoys, gathered microplastic samples, and collected ocean health data over 92 days. Her work is recognized as part of…

Women Who Tech Dive Marta Casellas

Marta Casellas, a full cave diver from Spain, transitioned from sport diving to technical diving after being captivated by videos of Mexico’s Cenotes. She loves cave diving for its excitement and beauty, appreciating the natural formations and the adventure of exploring unknown spaces. Marta emphasizes that mental strength is crucial in technical diving, along with…

Women Who Tech Dive Marta Casellas

Marta Casellas, a full cave diver from Tarragona, Spain, began her diving journey through a birthday gift try-dive. Captivated by the tranquility and weightlessness of diving, she obtained her certification soon after. The stunning underwater landscapes, especially the cave systems in Mexico, inspired her transition to technical diving. She emphasizes the importance of real-world experience…

Women Who Tech Dive Marta Casellas

Marta Casellas, a technical diver from Spain, shares her journey into diving. She began with a birthday try-dive experience that sparked her passion for exploring the underwater world. Inspired by stunning videos of Mexico’s cenotes, she transitioned to technical diving, particularly enjoying cave diving for its adventure and beauty. Marta emphasizes the importance of mental…