Scuba Diving Information 
Scuba diving is a rich a varied activity that extends far beyond looking at pretty fish under the water. Scuba diving is still evolving as people come up with new and improved methods, techniques and equipment, but that doesn't mean that there isn't a wealth of information out there.
Scuba diving can be broken down into two broad categories: professional or commercial diving and recreational diving, and each of these can be further broken down into sub-categories of their own, each with information about equipment and certification needed, as well as basic safety rules.
Read more...The Importance of Marine and Reef Conservation - 2010-05-14 by admin
This article will discuss the importance of marine conservation and will provide you with some important tips for reef conservation as well.
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The Balance of Marine Life - 2010-04-28 by admin
Like any ecosystem, the biodiversity of the oceans depend on the subtle rhythms they have adopted since the earth’s conception. Feeding or disturbing the underwater environment in any way upsets this delicate balance.
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Liveaboard Scuba Diving - 2010-04-12 by admin
This article will introduce you to the fascinating concept of liveaboard diving and will even provide you with a few suggestions of places to go.
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Wreck Diving Etiquette - 2010-03-29 by admin
This article will introduce you to some important rules that you should follow when wreck diving that will help you and your deck mates to enjoy the outing as much as possible.
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Marine Archaeology as a Career Choice - 2010-02-17 by admin
You are interested in History and just love the water? Why not combine the two and make a career choice of it? But what do you need to do to become a Maritime Archaeologist and is there a demand? What does a Maritime Archaeologist do?
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A Diver’s Guide to Marine Conservation - 2010-01-18 by admin
It is an unfortunate thing that marine conservation is often very low on a SCUBA diver’s list of priorities because it is very important to respect nature and help it to thrive.
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Documenting Your Scuba Dives - 2009-12-13 by admin
Documenting dive trips with photos and videos can be pretty challenging without the right training and equipment. It is one thing to dive in moving waters, and another thing to dive while holding a camera and get a clear shot.
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Using A Scuba Diving Log Book - 2009-12-09 by admin
A scuba diving log book is a wonderful way to record information about specific dives. Many people keep scuba diving logs of all their dives; whereas, some divers only take note of more notable dives or observations.
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Scuba Diving for the Disabled - 2009-11-27 by admin
For those people who lose their mobility, whether through accident or disease, it can be hard to participate in the sports they may have enjoyed previously. Being dependent on a wheelchair to get around is not conducive to most forms of recreational activity. But diving is one of the exceptions!
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Planning A Diving Holiday In Asia - 2009-11-26 by admin
Diving holidays have developed into one of the most popular activities in Asia. Historically, diving sites in Asia were overshadowed by other world famous locations like the Great Barrier Reef and the Caribbean Islands.
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What do You Need for Underwater Photography - 2009-11-20 by admin
You have seen some incredible sights while diving and wish you could share them with your landlubber family and friends, but don't you need expensive specialized equipment?
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Scuba Diving With Prescription Glasses or Contacts - 2009-11-13 by admin
If you wear prescription glasses or contacts, there are many options available to you when scuba diving. However, it is necessary to take the time and learn about each of these options before deciding which one will work best for you.
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What To Take When Going On A Scuba Diving Trip - 2009-11-11 by admin
Scuba diving is one of the most exciting adventure sports for lovers of marine life. More and more people are taking up scuba diving as novice courses become more affordable and more diving spots open up for beginners.
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Diving for Treasure - 2009-10-30 by admin
This is a pastime that many divers would like to take up - however - the laws were changed a couple of decades or so ago and it is now not as easy as it once was. Things are definitely not the way they were for Kelly Tarlton, the renowned New Zealand diver who was able to profit and set up a museum with his finds. But that isn't to say it's not possible.
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Underwater Photography Tips - 2009-10-23 by admin
Underwater photography involves a lot more than grabbing a camera and snapping away, this article will give you advice on how to best optimize your underwater photography skills.
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How To Clean Your Diving Gear After Diving - 2009-10-19 by admin
Washing your diving gear after diving is important because it will help keep your diving gear in working order and extend its life. All diving gear is an investment, so it is worth the time and effort to clean it properly after each and every dive.
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Trimix Diving - 2009-09-21 by admin
Trimix diving is a form of scuba diving that relies on the use of a special mixture of different gases including nitrogen, helium, and oxygen. Roughly fifteen percent of the gas nitrogen is also added to trimix: a three gas mixture, so that a diver can successfully go diving in deep waters without an increased risk of having to deal with nitrogen narcosis or oxygen toxicity during the dive
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Inland Scuba Diving - 2009-09-11 by admin
Inland diving is diving that takes place in lakes or rivers or any location that isn't in the open ocean. Inland Scuba Diving can be recreational or commercial. The most common commercial inland dives often involve construction or maintenance of structures such as bridges or ships.
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Buddy System VS Solo Dives - 2009-08-28 by admin
In scuba diving there is a system whereby you have a "dive partner" and this is referred to as the "buddy system". For some considerable time it was considered unsafe to dive alone and this was frowned upon by certification agencies. More recently however that thinking has enjoyed something of a revision. So what are the pros and cons of each type of diving?
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Extreme Scuba Diving - 2009-08-14 by admin
There are those who think that scuba diving is too sedate to even be considered a sport, but I wonder how many of them have tried ice diving? This is just one of the extreme
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Poaching of Endangered Marine Animals - 2009-07-06 by admin
In 1969 and 1972 acts were passed which purpose it is to conserve endangered species and marine mammals, and to prevent these species from being used by mankind for either consumption, commercial use, or their retail value.
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Scuba Dive Travel - Global Conditions - Part 3 - 2009-07-03 by admin
In this final third article on global scuba diving locations we will look at both Southeast Asia and Oceania, which while fairly close in proximity can offer a different scuba diving atmosphere.
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Reef Coral Disease - 2009-06-29 by admin
Concern has been expressed about the diminishing coral reefs and steps are being taken to try and alleviate the problem. While it has been suggested that much damage is caused by shipping, which is no doubt true..
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Cage Diving vs. Scuba Diving - 2009-06-26 by admin
After looking at all the information, it would appear that there are two camps of thought on the topic of cage diving and whether it increases the risks for scuba divers.
Scuba divers are continually looking to push the envelope and find a better “high” from their diving trips.
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Medical Uses of Coral - 2009-06-22 by admin
As we are discovering more and more plants in the rain forest, which can be used by the pharmaceutical industry in drugs, so we are finding that there are many uses for components in coral as well.
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