Gemma, Ian, and Scuba Honey dive at Lundy Island with playful seals. They explore South Devon, including Chesil Cove. The team connects with local divers and friends along the way. They thank the Swanage Pier Trust for access and support. This episode promotes diving adventures and connecting with the diving community.
The Cayman Islands offer ideal conditions for new scuba divers. The waters are calm and clear, with great visibility and warm temperatures. There are beginner-friendly dive sites perfect for training. Experienced instructors provide safety and support for all ages. Plus, you can enjoy unique marine life while learning.
Underwater photography courses in Grand Cayman are ideal for divers and snorkelers. Courses cover camera setup, photography basics, and buoyancy skills. Students learn to take ethical photos of marine life. Grand Cayman has clear waters, great marine life, and popular dive sites. Pricing varies based on course length and type, with options for beginners to…
Lionfish culling dives in Grand Cayman help protect local reefs. Lionfish are invasive predators that threaten native fish and ecosystems. During these dives, certified divers use pole spears and tubes to remove lionfish. No special training is needed, and participants learn safe handling techniques. The removed lionfish are donated to restaurants, promoting both conservation and…
Scuba diving uses special equipment to breathe underwater. You will wear a tank, regulator, and buoyancy vest. It’s normal to feel awkward at first, but it gets better quickly. You can try scuba diving through a program called Discover Scuba Diving. For full certification, you can take an Open Water Diver course after trying it.
Grand Cayman offers safe dive sites for kids aged 8 and up. Kid-friendly sites have shallow depths, calm waters, and great visibility. Lighthouse Point features a gentle slope and colorful marine life. Cemetery Reef has sandy bottoms and easy entry for beginners. Cobalt Coast provides guided shore dives with child-sized gear. Always choose experienced instructors…
Issue 146 of Underwater Photography magazine is out for free download. This issue features new underwater photography gear, including camera housings. There are reviews of budget cameras and tips for using flashes underwater. The magazine also highlights winners from the Shark Photographer of the Year Competition. Lastly, readers can learn about working as an underwater…
Cliff Richardson has been named the new president of Diver Alert Network (DAN). He will replace Bill Ziefle, who led DAN for 15 years. Richardson has over 20 years of leadership experience and will focus on dive safety and training. He aims to continue DAN’s mission of helping divers and reducing accidents. Richardson will share…
A 3mm wetsuit is easy to put on for warm water diving. Drysuits are better for cold or windy conditions. They allow longer and more comfortable dives in various weather. A drysuit has many features that need learning and care. The RAID Drysuit Course helps divers master drysuit skills.
A 63-year-old diver died at Houton Pier in Orkney, Scotland. Emergency services arrived shortly after noon on August 28. The diver suffered from “the bends,” which is a form of decompression sickness. He was taken to Balfour Hospital but died soon after. Investigations are ongoing, but the death is not considered suspicious.