Think you want to take a dive class? A lot of people are thinking that doing class on line is the way to go. There are several schools of thought to consider before surrendering your credit card. As far as this write knows, PADI and SDI are the only two RSTC/reputable agencies providing this service. …
Unfair Reporting: http://CDNN.info
There are plenty of SCUBA websites around. I saw one the other day that just incensed me (Cyber Diver News Network). This highly political website posted their top story, “SCUBA Carnage: Five more divers die during Florida’s annual lobster hunt”. It really wasn’t as much a story, as a laundry list of divers, who have …
Second Thoughts on Spear Fishing
When I lived in San Diego, I had many diving friends who regularly hunted with a spear gun. I thought the practice was abhorrent. I wouldn’t even sell a spear gun to a customer. Push the time advance button and here I am in Key West where it seemed like one out of two locals …
Time to Dust Off Your Gear and Your Skills
The 2010 SCUBA season is not far off. It might be time to take a new class or refresh diving skills. Maybe someone you know might like to learn to SCUBA dive and become your buddy. How does one choose a SCUBA instructor? Here are some tips to make your diving experience safe and enjoyable. …
Hypothermia In The Keys
Most locals have noticed, it has been unusually cold year. Cold temperatures have arrived earlier and for a longer duration. The saddest part in this change is coral death and fish kills (at least 69 turtles ended up in the Turtle Hospital, not to mention iguanas falling out of the trees and a multitude of manatee …
