Seattle and Puget Sound offer some of the best cold-water diving experiences in the United States. Divers can explore a wide range of dive sites, such as Cove 2 and Edmonds Underwater Park, which are home to diverse marine life, including giant Pacific octopuses and sea lions. The area’s nutrient-rich waters create vibrant ecosystems, attracting…
Seattle and Puget Sound, Washington, is a fantastic location for cold-water diving. The area features a variety of dive sites suitable for all levels of divers, offering experiences like shore dives and night dives. Marine life thrives in the nutrient-rich waters, with encounters including giant Pacific octopuses, sea lions, and wolf eels. Local dive centers…
Seattle and Puget Sound offer excellent cold-water diving opportunities. The waters are home to diverse marine life, including giant Pacific octopuses and harbor seals. Popular dive sites include Cove 2, where divers can see large octopuses, and Edmonds Underwater Park, known for its abundant fish. Many dive sites are easily accessible from shore, making them…
The Manta Trust has started a ‘Volunteer Time Off’ (VTO) program for businesses to encourage employee participation in manta ray conservation. Employees can take paid leave to join week-long expeditions in places like the Maldives and Indonesia. These trips involve researching manta rays, cleaning beaches, and learning about marine conservation. The initiative benefits both companies…
Stream2Sea has launched Coral Care, a groundbreaking sunscreen that protects coral reefs and nourishes them. Unlike traditional sunscreens, Coral Care is scientifically proven to improve coral health, making it a vital tool for ocean conservation. It contains nutrients used by coral farmers, helping boost coral growth by up to 21%. This is especially important as…
Luke Bullus is a diving officer at Fathoms Free. Fathoms Free is a charity focused on marine conservation. They remove lost fishing gear and debris from waters. Ghost gear can trap and kill marine wildlife. The group helps protect ocean wildlife for future generations. Luke spends his free time working on ocean cleanup efforts.
Luke Bullus is the Diving Officer at Fathoms Free, which is a marine conservation charity. The group consists of volunteers dedicated to protecting marine wildlife and cleaning coastal waters. They focus on removing “ghost gear,” which is abandoned fishing gear that harms marine animals. Since 2014, Fathoms Free has led efforts to clear hazardous materials…
“Amazing Diving Stories” by John Bantin is a collection of sixty-four short stories focused on scuba diving. The book is organized into nine sections, covering various topics like wreck diving, treasure hunting, and diving tragedies. Each story invites readers to engage with the adventures and experiences of divers. While the book lacks an index for…
Freediving offers a unique sense of freedom that scuba divers often miss. Many enjoy experiencing this serenity through stunning freediving videos. One such video, titled “GoPro Awards: Frozen Lake Freedive,” captures the beauty and thrill of exploring underwater in a frozen lake environment. Watching these clips can inspire scuba divers and fans of the ocean…
The 71st Annual General Meeting of the British Sub-Aqua Club will take place on June 25, 2025. Members are encouraged to attend to stay informed about club activities and future diving events. This meeting is important for making decisions that affect the club and its members. Attendance helps ensure everyone’s voice is heard in shaping…