Growing Pains: Bubble Models Motivate Deep Decompression Safety Stops
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 …
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Current and future scuba diving events in California
Federal Appeals Court Dismisses Legal Challenge: California Shark Fin Ban Stands
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 …
Great Giant Sea Bass Count Begins Next Week: August 1-16, 2015
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 …
The Water Made Me Do It: Tom Hemphill Reflects On A Lifetime of Diving
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 …
Sheraton Kona To Host Malama Hāhalua, Inaugural Manta Ray Week, Aug. 16 – 22
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 …
The Voyage to Apo Reef: Treasure of the Philippines
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, …
A Beautiful Sunday For Diving On Monterey’s Silver Prince
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 …
Rare Endangered Leatherback Turtle Spotted In Northern California
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 …
Reef Check California Completes Expedition Along Big Sur Coast
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.’ …
Large Number Of Endangered Whales Spotted at the Farallon Islands; Boaters Cautioned
There are so many whales gathering outside the Golden Gate and around the Farallon Islands, that NOAA officials have issued a warning to area boaters. “It’s really unbelievable out there right …