Whether you are a scuba diver, snorkeler, swimmer or someone who like to see interesting marine life you should be concerned.  As reported here previously, the ocean and life in it are in trouble.  Over 70% of the world is covered by water and about 95% is still unexplored, yet soon there may be not be much to explore or see.

Science Magazine is reporting the …

What do you know about NOAA?  First, do you know what NOAA stands for? Second, do you know what NOAA does and third do you know how you can be part of NOAA?

NOAA is the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration, a division of the US Department of Commerce.  “NOAA is an agency that enriches life through science. Our reach goes from the surface of the sun to the depths of the ocean floor as we work to keep citizens informed of the changing …

I have been to Dominica twice and the diving and snorkeling is some of the best in the Caribbean.  Healthy coral reefs, wonderful walls full of life, and adventure above and below the surface.  Now there is a good reason for you get to Dominica.  Starting July 11 through July 20 is the Dominica Dive Fest.  To …

A couple of years ago I went to Belize to dive.  The coral was beautiful and there was a wide varitety of marine life, including the massive whale sharks.  In addtion, there is the Blue Hole, which most divers consider a must dive.  But now USA Today is reporting “there is trouble, right here in Belize City”.

USA Today is reporting “A …

The Manila Times  recently reported on an Dec. 2007 article in Science Daily, that coral reefs around The Philippines could be gone in 50 years .  “It’s vital that the public understands that the lack of sustaina­bility in the world’s carbon emissions is causing the rapid loss of coral reefs, the world’s most biodiverse marine ecosystem,”

Scubaology reported eariler this year about the coral reef problems resulting from climate warming.  Without the …

The Chicago Tribrune reports, “Coral reefs around the world are struggling from a combination of assualts.  Decades of overfishing have removed fish and other animals that keep overgrowth of algae in check….”  As I reported back in September “Corals have been assessed and added to the IUCN Red List for the very first time.” 

Divers, non-divers and anyone concerned about the conservation of our oceans …

reprinted from Cayman Net News Online

The Cayman Islands, long recognized as the premier destination for scuba divers, is now leading the way in sustainable initiatives to ensure that its famous coral reefs and crystal clear waters remain pristine for generations to come.

Spearheading the effort, Steve Broadbelt, owner of Ocean Frontiers in East End, has proposed a five-year plan to …

What happening to our marine life in the oceans?  Fellow Shedd diver Bob Bienick captured this picture of a Hammerhead Shark on a recent dive trip to Socorro Islands 260 miles southwest of Cabo San Lucas.

This beautiful big animal was caught and left to die in a fishing net.  The divers found these and other dead animals such as large mantas tangled in nets.  I hope this picture will …

This summer, while completing the second phase of a two-year broad scientific survey of the waters around the Aleutian Islands, scientists have discovered what may be three new marine organisms. This year’s dives surveyed the western region of the Aleutians, from Attu to Amila Island, while last year’s assessment covered the eastern region.

During the dives, two potentially new species of sea …

Have you ever been to Gaum, diving the Crevice?  Here are 2 amazingly clear videos of diving in Gaum at about 120 feet on the 1st dive and shallow water on the 2nd.  Good shots of morays, turtles, fan coral, and even a pacific barracuda and white tip shark.  Each video is about 5 minutes long.  Enjoy

http://youtube.com/watch?v=H7xOqUfqjeU

http://youtube.com/watch?v=gc5zrobGr7M