Marine Protected Areas in the Galápagos
I spent a week in late June diving the Galápagos, which, as no surprise, was quite amazing.
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A Commitment to Conservation
The waters of southern Florida are famous for their stunning coral reefs and vibrant marine life. This underwater paradise is not only a playground for recreational divers but also vital to many people who depend on it for their livelihoods, including dive instructors.
Empowering Timor-Leste’s Local Dive Industry
Timor-Leste, or East Timor, is one of the world’s newest countries, having gained independence from Indonesia in 2002 after decades of conflict.
Continuing Education for Dive Professionals
Many professional and occupational fields — such as medicine, engineering, accounting, and insurance — require continuing education to maintain a current certification.
Dive Incident Reporting System
In 2012 DAN released a tool for divers to report dive accidents to help us quantify their severity and frequency. We revitalized the reporting process to make it easier and more efficient and relaunched it in 2021.
What To Look for on a Dive Boat
When you are in an emergency while diving from a boat, you and the crew can’t waste precious moments looking for safety equipment. Whether on a day boat or liveaboard, some safety items should be readily available.
Setting Up a Home Fitness Gym
Achieving and maintaining a healthy fitness foundation helps you safely enjoy diving. Time and money are the most common barriers to regular exercise, so a home gym can be a practical and cost-effective solution for fitting workouts into your busy schedule. It eliminates a commute to the gym and membership fees.
Getting to the Point with Billfish
When you think of a billfish, what comes to mind? Perhaps it’s a swordfish, a sailfish, or even the giant marlin from Ernest Hemingway’s classic The Old Man and the Sea. It can be confusing because 12 species are collectively known as billfish: one swordfish, four spearfish, two sailfish, and five marlins.