Alert Diver Category: From the Safety Stop

Pasé una semana a fines de junio buceando en las islas Galápagos, que, como era de esperar, fue absolutamente increíble.

En la última edición de Alert Diver compartimos la desgarradora historia de un ataque de un caimán de 4 metros (13 pies) a un buzo de ríos buscador de fósiles. En esta edición le ofrecemos más artículos educativos relacionados con encuentros con vida marina peligrosa.

Dive sites are vulnerable to a variety of threats, including air and water pollution, invasive species such as zebra mussels and lionfish, destructive fishing practices like blast fishing, and even sunscreen.

There’s no substitute for the feeling of being underwater — weightless, focused, and fully immersed in a world few people ever see. Whether you’re enjoying a favorite local spot or exploring a new site far from home, every dive offers something worthwhile: a moment of calm, a connection with nature, a skill refined, or an experience of community with other divers. 

After 26 years at DAN, I am moving on to the next chapter of my career. I’ve served as president and CEO of DAN for 16 years, but my involvement with the organization started even earlier.