Tough Mudder Events

Tough Mudder events provide a fun and challenging way to raise money for shark conservation. Participants can form teams and take part in endurance activities while helping protect sharks and rays globally. Each participant is encouraged to raise at least £300, which goes towards their entry fee and fundraising materials. This experience not only promotes…

Laying the Groundwork For Coral Restoration in St. Croix

In September 2024, scientists from the Coral Restoration Foundation (CRF) visited Long Reef in St. Croix to assist with coral restoration efforts. They surveyed habitats to find suitable areas for planting coral and mapped the reef’s health using photomosaics. This mapping is essential for monitoring restoration success over time. The CRF team plans to begin…

Regional Events

Many regional fundraising events support shark conservation in Britain. These events allow people to engage with the community and learn about sharks. Participants can join teams in various locations like London, the South East, and Scotland. Events also raise funds for vital conservation work done by organizations like the Shark Trust. Joining these activities helps…

Fourth Element Unveils New Pelagic Dive Watch

Fourth Element has launched the new Pelagic Diving Watch, designed for extreme underwater environments. This watch can withstand depths of up to 500 meters and features a Swiss-made automatic movement. It is built with a durable sapphire crystal and uses high-quality materials, including brushed stainless steel. The watch is priced at £1475 or $1975, making…

A Blue Education: Encountering Blue Sharks in the Azores

Blue sharks, known for their striking azure color, can be found in the Azores, where scuba divers can engage with these curious creatures. The dives take place near Pico Island, focusing on photographing blue sharks, learning about their conservation, and contributing to their research. Unfortunately, blue sharks are the most overfished shark species and face…

Health and Safety Tips for Scuba Diving in 2024

Scuba diving is an exciting adventure, but safety is essential. Before diving, ensure you are physically fit and consult a doctor if you have health issues. Get certified and check your equipment thoroughly. During the dive, stick to your depth and time limits, manage your air consumption, and know emergency procedures. After diving, rehydrate and…

Risk management insurance we hope you never have to claim… but that’s essential to have.

Obtaining risk management insurance is crucial for all scuba divers. It protects against unexpected events that could happen while diving, such as accidents or emergencies. Even though you hope to never use it, this coverage can provide peace of mind. Without insurance, the financial burden from a diving incident can be significant. Such insurance is…

DEMA & Scuba Retailers Write to Legislators Asking for Their Support of the DIVE BOAT Act

DEMA and over 40 scuba retailers recently contacted Congress to support the DIVE BOAT Act. They are concerned about the Small Passenger Vessel Act (SPVA), which has caused unfair increases in insurance costs for dive businesses. The DIVE BOAT Act seeks to change certain liability standards to better protect the diving industry and its consumers….