FEATURES
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To Swim With
Dolphins: Interaction or Intrusion?
Dolphin-swim programs have a broad-based appeal, attracting nondivers and
divers alike. As ocean-based vacations have gained in popularity, there's been a
proliferation of facilities that feature such up-close and personal interaction with these
best-loved marine mammal cousins. As this is becoming an increasingly popular activity for
many of us during the inevitable downtime between dives, it seems appropriate to take a
closer look at this issue. |
By Alex Brylske |
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Waiting to
Inhale: Avoiding and Managing The Out-of-Air Emergency
The easiest way to avoid running out of air is simply to surface before
your air supply gets too low. Certainly, monitoring your air supply should be a deeply
(pardon the pun) ingrained habit. But even if you're savvy enough to avoid running low on
air, there's nothing to prevent your buddy, or another nearby diver, from exhausting his
air supply and turning to you for help. Regardless of how the situation develops, a diver
sucked into an underwater air-share scenario may find himself in a terribly ticklish
position. With this in mind, the author takes a look at equipment strategies to cope with
air management and out-of-air scenarios. |
By Robert N. Rossier |
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From Recreation
to Vocation: How Scuba Changed Their Lives
These are the stories of four scuba divers whose lives have been shaped by
their love of the sport. Each was prompted by a dream, unusual circumstances or simply
fate to transform scuba from a recreational activity into a profession. What these stories
have in common is that each individual found a fulfillment through scuba diving that led
him or her to pursue a career in the scuba industry. For those who also love scuba, let
these stories be an inspiration. |
By Linda Lee Walden |
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COMMENTARY
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Editorial:
Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda |
By Alex Brylske |
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Buddy
Lines: Letters From the Redundancy Department |
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Dive Observer:
Project YUKON: This Sinking Ship Is No Disaster!
The birth of an artificial reef and other news from the diving industry
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By Marty Snyderman |
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No Dumb
Questions: Bounce Dives, Pony Bottles, Expired C-Cards and Dive Flags, Readers ask about
ups, downs, extras, IDs and flags
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By Alex Brylske |
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DIVE EXPLORATION
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Dive Geo:
Vancouver Island: World-Class Diving on Canada's Pacific Coast
An increasing number of adventure-seeking scuba aficionados are discovering
a secret that divers in Canada and the northwestern United States have kept largely to
themselves - not only is Canada's Pacific coast diving remarkable, it's a lot more
accessible and convenient than most people think. |
By Linda Lee Walden |
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Dive Traveler:
How to Avoid an Identity Crisis: Proper ID and Proof of Citizenship
If you're among the ranks of the passport-less, take heed, because relying
on your birth certificate can be dicey. It could end up costing you a bundle of money, a
lot of frustration and what's even more precious these days - time. |
By Jean Pierce |
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Passport:
Dive travel incentives around the globe
Compiled by Cathryn Castle |
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EVERY MONTH
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Scuba Skills:
The Giant Stride: A Common Boat Diving Entry. How to get in step with the right entry
technique |
By Lynn Laymon |
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Instructor
Tips: When Hand Signals Alone Are Not "OK": The Potential Hazards of
Miscommunication. Good communication must start at the surface with an unambiguous
explanation of what each signal means and when each signal is appropriate to use. |
By Jan Neal |
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Eco-Seas:
Saving Florida's Sea Grass. Florida's sea grasses have endured decades of pollution, prop
scarring and "slime." New data bring new uncertainties, leading some scientists
to wonder: Can Florida's sea grass survive? |
By James Phillips |
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Always
Learning: Brothers as Buddies: Petty Differences Prove Water-Soluble Diving can be a
catalyst for bringing family closer together. |
By Mark Twombly |
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What About: An
Imperfect Paradise: A Look at What's Toxic in the Tropics
Even paradise has its potential hazards. Many tropical marine creatures and
plants that appear harmless enough may actually be dangerous - or poisonous - to handle.
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By David W. Nellis |
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Dive
Shop: The Latest in Dive Equipment Designs
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Compiled by Cathryn Castle |
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Next Step:
Diving Dry: Dry Suit Diving Tips and Techniques
There's a lot more to know about dry suit diving than how to deal with a
watertight, spacesuit zipper. Proper training and exercises are critical for ensuring
maximum comfort and safe use. |
By Jesse Cancelmo |
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What's That?:
Sea Cucumbers, Part II. More strange sea cucumber facts |
By Dee Scarr |
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Premiere
Classifieds |
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Classifieds
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Dive
Training Quiz |
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Final Check:
What It Looks Like... When Your Fins Stay On. Why they should stay on your feet until
you're back on the boat |
By Lynn Laymon |
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