Occupational Hazards

A National Geographic dive photographer discusses the training he needed to capture one specific shot. Thanks to specific trainings, the photographer is able to dive safely and capture his shots.

Rebreather diver pops his head out of the water

Validation of Dive Computers

Dive computers have evolved rapidly since their inception, however, questions arose over the years over their safety. Read more about dive computers.

Variety of dive computers and watches on a red fabric

Fish for a Cause

Spearfishing and community outreach became the background for the nonprofit organization Diving for a Cause. Through spearfishing, deserving organizations and people receive ethically sourced fish. Learn more about this spearfishing initiative.

Spearfisher tries to catch giant blue fish. The fish looks very concerned as to why someone is grabbing its tail.

DAN Member Profile: Evan Bozanic

DAN member Evan Bozanic is just 14 years old, but deeply passionate about science, exploration and ocean conservation. Read more about this DAN member.

Boy in full drysuit holds a flashlight

Small Worlds

Tiny sea creatures like shrimp and goby can be difficult to photograph. But thanks to a simple solution, one dive team was able to herd them easily and take their photos. Read more about this story.

Yellow and red-striped shrimp crawls up some coral

Bored With Your Traditional Fitness Routine?

Kettlebells are a great training tool because they challenge the body’s muscular and cardiovascular endurance. Kettlebells are affordable and the workouts are customizable. Read more about kettlebells.

Torso of man in red short holding a kettlebell up to his chin

Tobermory, Ontario

If you’re diving in Ontario, be ready for frigid waters. But, Ontario boasts spectacular diving — including breathtaking shipwrecks. Read more about diving in Ontario and how exactly to dive the locale.

Giant propeller and a sunken ship

Reefs of Poison and Venom

Poisons and venom have helped ocean species survive for thousands of years. These evolutionary adaptations enabled the species to hunt and thrive in different conditions. Read more about the roles of poisons and venoms in different species.

Very blue and long jellyfish

Trust Your Instincts

Err on the side of caution should unusual symptoms present after a dive. One DAN member experienced a rash and concentration issues. Read more about how DAN was able to help this diver.

Three divers approach a sunken ship

Learning to Rebreathe

Rebreather diving can be tricky for recreational divers especially in terms of relearning buoyancy control. Rebreather diving also does not change the amount of gas in the system, but simply moves the volume of gas back and forth. Learn more about how one rec diver learnt rebreather diving.

A man in rebreather gear stands next to a woman, in waist-deep water