First Sighting
Noldy Rumengan is a notable underwater critter hunter. Read the story of diving alongside Rumengan and searching for marine life.
Alert Diver Issue: Q1 2012
I Need to Get in Shape: Where Do I Start?
Fitness programs run the gamut there is no “best” way to exercise. It’s important to tailor a program to you needs, abilities, likes and your body. Here are six steps to start a fitness program.
Bonne Terre Mine
Located in Missouri, Bonne Terre Mine was closed in 1961 and has since been converted to a haven for scuba divers. Read more about how to dive at Bonne Terre Mine.
Concussed in Colombia
DAN not only provides emergency resources to divers, but sailors, too. Read one couple’s harrowing story of a concussion at sea and how DAN was able to provide assistance.
Underwater Navigation
How comfortable are you with underwater navigation? Do you prefer a compass or your innate sense of direction? Regardless of which method you choose, learn more about proper underwater navigation. Never get lost in the water again!
Delay to Recompression
Recompression is idly given within minutes of decompression illness symptoms. But that often can’t happen because of a number of factors. Experts weigh in on recompression delays.
Ascent Rates
Ascent rates are influenced by different variables, but nearly all exerts agree that divers should keep slow ascent rates to avoid any complications. Read more about ascent rates.
Sketches of Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea is home to exotic and colorful birds, culturally rich indigenous tribes and fantastic diving. Learn more about what Papua New Guinea has to offer.
A Near-Fatal Field Trip
Two DAN members share their stories of separate field trips going array and how their safety training skills were incredibly helpful.
Cocos Island: The Pelagic Crossroads
Cocos Island boasts a rocky shoreline, plenty of marine life encounters and other wonders divers love. Learn more about Cocos Island and how to dive it.
