Alert Diver Category: Features

I WAS READING SYLVIA EARLE’S FOREWARD TO Our Ocean, Our Future: Palau, a lovely coffee-table pictorial book by Michael Aw, David Doubilet, and Jennifer Hayes. Earle opened by remarking on […]

The island country of Fiji is part of Melanesia in the heart of the South Pacific Ocean. Volcanic activity more than 150 million years ago formed this archipelagic nation of 333 islands, about 106 of which are inhabited. 

Explore the Bay Islands of Honduras, home to stunning reefs and vibrant marine life. Discover underwater wonders waiting for you.

How does diving affect lung function? While all divers will likely have increased CO2 levels (to some degree) during a dive, the manifestations are minor.

It was an ambitious goal, but one diver dove in all 50 states. It took over four years, but adventures had, memories made and lessons learned were worth it.

One diver chose to document Kimbe Bay. The area boasts colorful sea life but the trip itself posed many challenges for the dive team. Learn more about their incredible story.

Bali is a fantastic place for divers — both topside and underwater. Sea critters range from tiny seahorses to thriving reefs and there are so many to see. Learn more about diving in Bali.

Yap is the place to go for manta ray sightings. But Yap also is home to other great marine critters including mola mola, sharks and more. Learn more about traveling and diving in Yap.

The observer effect is real. When you dive, your presence has a significant impact on the marine world around you. Regardless of your intent, human presence in the ocean is intrusive. Learn more about what exactly the observer effect is.

Mission Blue is an organization set on gaining public traction in interest in ocean preservation. Mission Blue has expanded to include a variety of company and celebrity partners. Read more about Mission Blue.