Flores Island serves as a gateway to the stunning Komodo National Park, known for its incredible marine life, including manta rays and unique critters. The park features diverse underwater ecosystems, making it an excellent diving destination. However, there are challenges for divers due to varying conditions. The area’s tectonic activity adds to its breathtaking scenery…
The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation has successfully removed over 100,000 pounds of debris from the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. This achievement is part of the “Goal: Clean Seas Florida Keys” initiative, which aims to educate the public about marine debris. Since its launch in 2018, more than 1,500 dives have been conducted to collect…
Join SFUPS for a free dive at Blue Heron Bridge on December 7th, 2024. The event starts at 10:00 AM, just before high tide at 12:35 PM. Everyone, including non-members, is welcome to attend. Participants are encouraged to bring their own diving equipment and share tips on underwater photography. This is the last club dive…
California’s Channel Islands are known for their stunning underwater kelp forests, often nicknamed the American Galapagos. These forests provide rich habitats for diverse marine life, including large black sea bass that can reach 7 feet long and weigh over 700 pounds. The area features various marine zones and benefits from year-round whale migrations and sea…
Stream2Sea has announced a new product called Water Sport Ear Rinse, set to launch at the DEMA Show. This ear rinse is specially formulated for divers and water sports enthusiasts. Unlike typical alcohol-based rinses, which can dry out ear skin, this product combines alcohol with vinegar, glycerin, oregano, and lavender. It aims to cleanse the…
Captain Don’s Habitat is offering a special diving package for the DEMA Show, designed for groups of nine or more divers. This package includes a minimum seven-night stay, six days of unlimited diving with a free nitrox upgrade, and even a night dive at Klein Bonaire. Guests will enjoy a cocktail party with live music…
ScubaRadio is a live radio show focused on diving, airing every Saturday from 3-5pm EST. Listeners can join the show to hear the latest dive news and share stories in a fun atmosphere. The show is available through radio stations and as a podcast. Dive enthusiasts can actively participate by calling in or emailing during…
The latest edition of the Level Up Podcast, produced by ScubaRadio, is now available for listeners. This podcast is known for diving-related news and fun discussions, hosted by Greg The Divemaster and his friends. It airs every Saturday from 3-5pm EST, both live and as an archived podcast. It’s a great way for scuba diving…
The PADI Ocean Torchbearer community is a global group committed to ocean conservation, made up of divers, PADI Professionals, and advocates. In 2024, they achieved notable successes, including grassroots conservation projects, monitoring coral health, and influencing global plastic policies. They also trained youth in Barbados for marine protection and organized efforts to address marine debris…
The MY Blue Voyager, a popular liveaboard in the Maldives, suffered a catastrophic fire while docked near Malé. Thankfully, no divers were aboard during the incident, as the boat was undergoing maintenance. All crew members were safely evacuated after they attempted to fight the blaze. This incident follows a recent fire on another liveaboard in…