Open Water Certifications offer an earned respect for those who were able to accomplish difficult tasks underwater, and of course, under pressure. Literally. But what happens after the certification? During your Open Water course, you may have learned that there are several classes you can take with your dive shop, and you should engage in …
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Shallow dives are rarely a let-down. Whether diving in the cold lakes of the Rocky Mountains with Bluegill and, Trout and Bass, or the warm regions surrounding the Equator, I always find something interesting in the shallows. After a deeper dive, the long swim back to shore has brought sightings of Goby, Razorfish, and Porcupinefish …
Eight-five degrees topside. Seventy four degrees below the surface. I hang in the water at fifty-five feet and watch a Lionfish become ensnared in the teeth of a Moray Eel, whose length is approximately five foot. These numbers add up to be an interesting battle between two predators and something the experts claim should never …
Five o’clock in the morning, the alarm goes off. On any other day, the groaning and moaning would commence, but not on a weekend when the boat is packed up and ready for launch into the glass-smooth water, before the rest of the world comes to life. Fog rises from the surface as I pass …
Mask, snorkel, fins. Check. Wetsuit, booties, exposure suit. Check. BCD, air delivery system, weights. Check. Full tank and buddy. Check. You might think you’re ready to dive, and for many dives, you probably are. However, there are few extra things to consider before your next dive. Though it is nearly impossible to prepare for every …
In this GoPro Underwater Video Light Comparison video, we are comparing several types of lights and how they look underwater. Disclaimer: This is a brief overview, rather than a “buy this and all your problems will be solved recommendation”. These tools on the video are giving you a comparison on the same type of dive, …
Choosing an underwater video light system for your GoPro or small video light system can be challenging, especially when you start shopping and comparing prices. Check out our “GoPro Underwater Video Light Comparison” video. Before you buy your video lights, consider a few things: Power (Lumens) The brightness of the light will greatly depend on what …
Are you a Shark Week junkie? Do you find yourself entranced with ocean shows on Animal Planet, National Geographic? Or, did you get caught up in the book 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, or grow up on stores of Jacques Cousteau? If so, it might be time for you to take your dream to the …
Some things just go great together. Mac and cheese, peanut butter and jelly, dogs and boats. The Start of the Dive Doggie The Dive Doggie brand of videos, stories and products are inspired by Max, our rescued Australian Shepherd. As avid dog lovers, we knew an Australian Shepherd was really the dog for our type …
Night diving is an adventure that very few life adventures surpass. It is a unique experience and very rarely the same experience, twice. At night, you have the opportunity to see critters you wouldn’t normally see in the daytime. Some fish and underwater creatures go to bed while the night shift takes over and the ocean …