66 Years Down

The Island of Chuuk played a pivotal role in World War II, and the lagoon surrounding the islands guard the remains of that history. Read more about the Island of Chuuk.

Diver shines a torch on a coral formation

Marine Envenomations: Vertebrates

Envenomations can be caused by marine vertebrates who are equipped with toxin-based defense systems. When you know how to prepare proper first aid, you can hasten recovery and prevent complications.

Flock of stingrays float above the sea floor

Working Under Pressure: Dive Jobs

Dive jobs run the gamut — from FBI to the Magic Kingdom. Read more about these unique jobs and what it takes to dive them successfully.

Diver in colorful Magic Kingdom aquarium

Spinal Injuries

Spinal injuries need to be treated cautiously and rapidly to avoid additional risk to the spine. Do you know how to handle these injuries? Read our best tips on how to treat spinal injuries.

Man with bloodied forehead lies on the beach while a female medic treats him

Shooter: David Doubilet

Underwater photographer David Doubilet was inspired by the ocean at an early age. Now, he’s known for his experimental underwater shots. Learn more about Doubilet’s career and creative process.

A tiny green frog stuck to the dive mask of a diver. Just his eyes are seen above the water

Wide-Angle Lighting Techniques

Wide-angle photography captures good color and resolution when underwater. But the optimal use of a wide-angle lens is dependent on placement. Read more about wide-angle underwater photography.

Several humpback whales swarm near each other

Pennekamp Park: The Original and Still Going Strong

Pennekamp Park has logged nearly 30 million visitors in its 50-year existence. The park offers plenty of snorkeling and diving opportunities — and of course, fantastic reefs. Read more about diving Pennekamp Park.

Bikini-clad snorkeler approaches a sunken Jesus statue

SeaBase1

SeaBase1 is an underwater habitat expected to be in place in the waters of Belize in 2013. It will be a place where ecotourist divers, researchers and educators can congregate and learn. Read more about SeaBase1.

Artist rendering of SeaBase1. It took like a creature from a Dr. Who television show.

Nautilus Lifeline

The Nautilus Lifeline is a revolutionary new safety product that offers divers the ability to send a GPS-specific distress signal to nearby and responding boats. Read more about the Nautilus Lifeline.

Female diver holds signaling device and is also waving down a boat