SCUBA divers off the coast of Turkey found a weird, translucent blob of unknown origin floating in the depths. Described as “soft,” “gelatinous,” and containing tiny dots, he sphere was about 13 feet …
The Bends In the vernacular of sport SCUBA diving, no two words conjure up more alarm, confusion, and debate. Since humans have taken their breathing gas with them, be it …
On Monday, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a California law banning the sale, distribution and possession of shark fins. The 2-1 ruling upheld a lower court decision, tossing the …
It’s that time of year again! The now annual Great Giant Sea Bass Count (2015 edition) is almost here and divers are gearing up to spot some more giants. For those …
A few years ago I began writing about my diving adventures, primarily to record my stories for my grandkids. I’ve considered the title “The Water Made Me Do It” for …
Resort Will Celebrate the One-Year Anniversary of its Manta Learning Center The Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay will invite guests and local residents to glide over for Malama Hāhalua, Manta Ray …
There are more than 7000 islands in the Philippines, and this archipelago, which straddles the Philippine Sea and the South China Sea, is considered the second largest in the world, …
Last Saturday afternoon, I received an email from a friend who had just returned from diving Monterey. The reported conditions were excellent, and I’ve been dying to get underwater lately. With …
Next time you’re out on the ocean, keep an eye out for a rare but welcome visitor to our waters – the leatherback turtle. Leatherbacks sea turtles swim an amazing …
For years people have warmed me of the dangers of turning my hobby into my profession. ‘You will start to hate diving’ they say ‘you will get bored or jaded.’ …