Starting out, many divers are wary of the complications of adding a dive computer into the mix. Although beneficial in the long run, new technologies and functionalities can often serve to complicate a sport, and with so much going on in diving, the added factors can be intimidating to divers just getting started. For some, …
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Congratulations! You just earned your Open Water Scuba Diver Certification, but now what do you do with it? Well to answer your question in the vaguest way possible… you can do almost anything! Was that not the answer that you looking for? Okay, I will elaborate more. Local Improve your skills Increase your confidence Understand …
The underwater world has fascinated humans since antiquity. It is a mysterious world where we can find amazing beauty and experience unforgettable adventures. It is also full of shipwrecks that were loaded with precious treasures. In this article, I’ll share with you five of the largest underwater treasures ever discovered. 1715 treasure fleet In 1715, …
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Creating the perfect first aid kit is not only important, it’s also pretty easy. It just takes a little thought. The way I start a first aid kit is to first think about potential injuries. Some other considerations: will this kit be for you only? How many people will be in the group? Will you …
“Have you got a light, guys?” Many years ago, surfacing from a cave or sump dive and hearing the cry “have you got a light, guys?” was not uncommon. Diving light failure happened a fair bit, as lighting was not as reliable or bright as we have now. A team member’s light was either out …
Many years ago, I was busy working on some sort of essential task while a colleague taught an Open Water Scuba Diver academic session in our dive shop’s adjoining classroom. I stopped what I was doing when I heard him explain to the students that any dive buddy should always be considered a piece of …
We all want to be good divers, and part of being a good diver is being a good buddy. If you’re looking to brush up on some standard buddy skills or consider how other scuba skills can help you be a better buddy, then keep reading! We’re going to cover two fundamentals that you and …
Have you ever thought about diving a closed-circuit rebreather (CCR)? While there are many different options on the market to choose from, you may have wondered exactly why you should make the move from your open circuit gear to more advanced technology. Regardless of the different models, here are the five top advantages of rebreathers …
What exactly is a disability? Is it something that makes one person different from another? I am sure every day you see people different from yourself. Does that make them a person with a disability? Years ago, I learned that in every specific case of scuba training that may or may not involve a person …
Be a responsible diver. Don’t just go through the motions! One of my biggest pet peeves is hearing someone say, “scuba diving is a safe sport.” No, ping pong is safe. Scuba diving has become a lot safer over the years, but we are still breathing underwater, and that comes with it an inherent risk. …